Flying from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Melbourne: what you need to know
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport is located in Paris. Based in the UTC+11 timezone, Melbourne is ten hours ahead of Paris.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to board your CDG to Melbourne flight.
Travelling during a peak month like July? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from CDG to Melbourne with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Perth Airport (PER)
CDG is around 23 kilometres from central Paris. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Melbourne? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to CDG:
65% of flights that depart Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport touch down at their destination on time.
CDG is located at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Melbourne
The best price we've found for a one-way Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Melbourne flight is ر.ق. 2,010. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 3,914. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from CDG to Melbourne, book early. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
Finding cheap tickets from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Melbourne is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to get the lowest prices across every month and bag a fantastic deal.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from CDG to Melbourne by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
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Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to the centre of Melbourne takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 24 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Melbourne. Book one of these accommodation options near MEL instead:
Booking your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from CDG to Melbourne can help you get the lowest rate.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Avalon Airport (AVV) is around 56 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. Once you've hopped off your flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Melbourne, it'll take you around 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
The trip will take about 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport.
There are some terrific accommodation options within a short drive of AVV. Switch to relaxation mode at Corio Bay Motel after your CDG to Melbourne flight.
Avoid potential price surges. Booking your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at AVV will save you money.
Essendon Airport (MEB)
The centre of Melbourne is about 11 kilometres from Essendon Airport (MEB). Get settled at your hotel (or jump right into exploring the city's top attractions) after your flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Melbourne.
Enjoy an unhurried start to your break by choosing a hotel near MEB after your CDG to Melbourne flight. Take a load off after a long travel day or simply give yourself time to get your bearings in a new destination at:
Booking a couple of weeks in advance of your flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Melbourne is always a good idea. Along with better prices, you might find it easier to get the make and model you prefer at MEB.
Best time to go to Melbourne
July is the busiest month for flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Melbourne. To avoid the crowds, visit Melbourne in December.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Melbourne plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
July has average temperatures of between 3ºC and 12ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from CDG to Melbourne around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Melbourne
Once you've booked your flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Melbourne, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these options your base for exploring Melbourne:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Melbourne's Gardens, Flinders Street Railway Station and Melbourne Park are must-do's during your Melbourne adventure.
Explore more of Australia
Canberra is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be discovered once you've seen Melbourne. Around 467 kilometres away to the northeast, top sights here include National Gallery of Australia, National Portrait Gallery and Museum of Australian Democracy.
Launceston is another sought-after destination in Australia and is around 451 kilometres southeast of Melbourne. No journey is complete without a visit to Cataract Gorge Scenic Chairlift, Queen Victoria Museum at Inveresk and Hollybank Mountain Bike Park.
