Flying from Melbourne to Syracuse Hancock International Airport (SYR): What you need to know
Syracuse is 16 hours behind Melbourne. Syracuse Hancock International Airport is located in Syracuse, which runs on the UTC-5 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Melbourne to SYR. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During popular months such as December, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Whether you want to visit another city as part of your journey or just take a break, we make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To check out your options leaving from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from Melbourne to SYR.
Located around 24 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Melbourne to Syracuse Hancock International Airport, these accommodation options will put you conveniently close to check-in:
68% of flights leaving from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
You can get to AVV from the centre of Melbourne in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Kick back before your Melbourne to SYR flight at a hotel near Avalon Airport. Corio Bay Motel is one option where you can wake up and get to the airport with time to spare.
Most flights that leave Avalon Airport make it to their destination as expected. It maintains a strong on-time performance rate of 80%.
About Syracuse Hancock International Airport (SYR)
Consider staying in a hotel near SYR if you have a late flight from Melbourne to Syracuse Hancock International Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and be in bed sooner:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Syracuse Hancock International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Budget and experience the lesser-explored corners of Syracuse and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle around one week ahead of your Melbourne to Syracuse Hancock International Airport flight.
SYR is located at City Hall.
Getting from Syracuse Hancock International Airport (SYR) to central Syracuse
From Syracuse Hancock International Airport, central Syracuse is around 11 kilometres away. It takes about 20 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
It takes around 35 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Syracuse Hancock International Airport (SYR)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Syracuse Hancock International Airport is $1,167. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $2,115. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Melbourne to SYR if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Melbourne to Syracuse Hancock International Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Syracuse Hancock International Airport (SYR)
April is the most popular month for flights from Melbourne to Syracuse Hancock International Airport (SYR). Visit Syracuse in January if you'd rather avoid peak season.
Lock in a Melbourne to SYR plane ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Syracuse to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Syracuse Hancock International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF).
More about Syracuse
After booking your flight from Melbourne to Syracuse Hancock International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these options your base for exploring Syracuse:
Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception and Armoury Square are just two of the leading attractions to put on your Syracuse travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Rosamond Gifford Zoo.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Syracuse, now it's time to discover other corners of the United States. Journey about 225 kilometres west to Buffalo to tick off its must-visit sights. From Frank Lloyd Wright's Darwin D. Martin House Complex to Buffalo AKG Art Museum and Forest Lawn, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're ready to explore another corner of the United States, consider Rochester, roughly 121 kilometres west of Syracuse. George Eastman Museum, Strong National Museum Of Play and Strasenburgh Planetarium are key reasons to visit.
