Traveling from Melbourne to Funafuti Atol International Airport (FUN): What you need to know
Planning your vacation begins with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Melbourne. Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Melbourne to Funafuti Atol International Airport (FUN) out of here.
Funafuti Atol International Airport is located in Funafuti. The city operates on the UTC+12 timezone and is one hour ahead of Melbourne.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from Melbourne to FUN. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
With more people on the move during peak seasons, it's a good idea to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will help you deal with longer queues.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Whether you want to discover a new city on the way or just take a break, we make it a breeze to find a flight with a stopover. To check out your options departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Nadi International Airport (NAN) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from Melbourne to FUN.
MEL is about 15 miles from central Melbourne. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 40 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Melbourne to Funafuti Atol International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
Of the departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% land on time at their destination.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
AVV is about 35 miles from central Melbourne. It takes 50 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city center. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours 5 minutes.
It's your vacation, so why not book an extra night away at a hotel near Avalon Airport? Before your Melbourne to FUN flight, check yourself in to Corio Bay Motel.
Avalon Airport has a solid reputation for punctual service. 80.09% of flights leaving here arrive right when they're supposed to.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Funafuti Atol International Airport (FUN)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Funafuti Atol International Airport is $652. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,341. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap flights from Melbourne to FUN, book in advance. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
Cheap Melbourne to Funafuti Atol International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across every month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Funafuti Atol International Airport (FUN)
February is the quietest month for flights from Melbourne to Funafuti Atol International Airport (FUN), while June is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Funafuti based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Funafuti is April, with temperatures ranging between 77ºF and 84ºF. Lock in your Melbourne to FUN plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
August sees temperatures of between 77ºF and 84ºF. Look for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Funafuti Atol International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
