Melbourne to Cork Flights

Melbourne International Airport

As reluctant as you may be to leave the warm subtropical client of sunny Melbourne, flights from this area depart from Tullamarine Airport, better known as Melbourne International Airport. In this busy airport that carries nearly thirty international lines, including as British Airways, Air France, Delta, Air Canada, and American Airlines, you’re sure to find great rates and deals through ebookers. Melbourne Airport is located approximately fourteen miles from the city proper, so set aside at least thirty minutes to be sure you’ll make your flight on time.

Airport Parking in Melbourne

Pickup and drop-off are simple at Melbourne Airport, which offers a free twenty-four hour courtesy bus for all passengers and services every terminal. Enjoy economy rates in the long-term parking lot, which costs only $11 a day for a one-week stay and $9 a day for a two-week stay. For a slightly higher rate, you can use the multi-level covered long-term lot, which charges approximately $20 a day for a one-week stay. However, for the summer season and weekends, the airport frequently offers heavily discounted rates for the multi-level lot using vouchers you can obtain from the airport website. If reserving flights through ebookers has made you accustomed to convenience, consider using the Express Car Park, literally located directly in front of the T3 and T4 terminals. This option uses automated payment machines set up in the parking lot and costs $56 for one day.

Ground Transportation in Melbourne

An affordable option for reaching the airport from downtown is the SkyBus, which runs every ten minutes, costs $17 for a one-way trip, and offers limited onboard storage for your luggage. Several other local buses leave from different sections of Melbourne, but rates are typically double the cost of the SkyBus. If you’re traveling with a heavy luggage load, expect to pay at least $60 for a taxi fare from central Melbourne.

Restaurants at Melbourne Airport

You’ll have no trouble finding a place to dine at Melbourne Airport. With cafes in every terminal, stopping for morning coffee, a hot breakfast or delicious snacks is a must. Try Villa Hut or Café Arome for a tantalizing cappuccino and a bite of pastry. If you have special dietary needs, Able Baker Charlie, Healthy Habits, and Boost Juice offer fresh organic and gluten-free meals. A nourishing boost is sure to make your flight more pleasant as you depart from Melbourne.

Visiting Cork Airport

Situated on the banks of the River Lee in southern Ireland, Cork is the third-largest city in the country. Due to its heritage as the "rebel city," many landmarks and attractions in Cork offer visitors insight into Ireland's historical past. When traveling to Cork, you'll land at Cork Airport, which is located five miles south of the city centre. It is served by many domestic and international airlines, and you can find low-cost airfare on one of these by using ebookers.

Transportation from Cork Airport

If you booked a rental car with ebookers, you can pick it up at the counter in the arrivals concourse. Bus Eireann offers a direct route to the bus station on Parnell Street in Cork. If you'd prefer a private ride, you'll find the taxi stand just outside the main terminal of Cork Airport.

Weather in Cork

The weather in Cork is mild, but unpredictable. Though temperatures rarely drop below freezing and rarely rise above 25°C, rain is frequent, and the city is often foggy. On average, summer temperatures range between lows of 11°C and highs of 17°C. Winter temperatures average lows of 3°C and highs of 10°C. You should keep the heavy precipitation in mind when packing for your trip to Cork.

Things to Do in Cork

The city of Cork offers visitors a charming blend of the old and the new. You can visit Cork Vision Centre, which features a scale model of the city and often hosts art exhibits. Explore the city's historical past with a stop at Elizabeth Fort, St. Finnbar's Cathedral, and Shandon Church. If you'd like more insight into the city, you can take a guided tour with Cork Historic Walking Tours. Several festivals throughout the year draw crowds from all over the world, including the Midsummer Festival between June and July, the Jazz Festival in October, and the Film Festival in November. Every weekend, you can visit the Elizabeth Fort Market Festival on Barrack Street. This weekly event celebrates the city of Cork and offers a wide variety of traditional foods and crafts for visitors to enjoy.