Other name: New Gold Mountain
Climatic conditions: Temperate marine climate
Language: English
Dialing code: The country code is 61. The city code is 3
Postal code: 3000 |
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Location: South of Australia
Emergency call: For police, ambulance and/or fire dial 000
Currency: Australian dollar
Exchange rate: 11 US dollar=0.93 Australian dollars 1 Euro=1.35 Australian dollars(for reference only) |
1. Airport Name：Melbourne International Airport
2. Basic InformationMelbourne International Airport, which opened in 1970, is located in Tullamarine in suburban Melbourne. With an area of 2369 hectares, Melbourne International Airport has two runways, one from east to west and the other from north to south. With 16 parking stands for passenger aircrafts and six for cargo aircrafts, it is the second busiest airport in Australia. It also serves as the airline hub for Australian Airlines, Virgin Blue Airlines and Tiger Airways.
3. Terminal InformationMelbourne International Airport currently has four terminal buildings. Air China is in Terminal 2.
4. Location of Check-In CountersAir China’s check-in counter is located on Level 2 of T2.
5. Airport DirectionsInternational Departure ProceduresGo to the check-in hall on Level 2 of T2--Customs declaration---Check-in---Security check---Customs inspection---Shopping hall---Wait at the departure lounge---Board flight.
International ArrivalsArrive at Level 1 of international arrivals in T2---Border inspections---Baggage claim---Health Inspection and quarantine---Customs clearance---International arrival hall---Airport exit and ground transportation.
6. VIP LoungeAir China’s VIP Lounge is the Singapore Airline VIP Lounge. It is located near Gate 5 in T2, Level G. Passengers can find the direction board at Gate 5, and then take the elevator to Level 1.
Hours: 05:30-19:45 Tue/Fri/Sat 07:30-19.45 Mon/Wed/Thu The VIP Lounge will remain opening if the flight is late.
The VIP Lounge provides a free buffet, Wi-Fi network, fax and photocopy service. It is available for passengers of Air China business cabin, first class cabin, as well as Star Alliance Gold and Platinum members.
7. Airport TransportationThe airport is located approximately 24.1 km /15 miles away from the city center.
Estimated prices for each means of transportation from the airport to the center of the city:
Taxi: About 30 Australian dollars (22km/14 miles)
Bus: About 10 Australian dollars.
8. Linkhttp://www.melbourneairport.com.au/
1. Railway
The main form of public transportation in Melbourne is the city train, which travels via artery lines through populated areas. The ticket fees are determined by distance and time. One ticket can generally be applied to trains, tramcars and buses. You can purchase a ticket from an automatic ticket machine in the station. There are tickets available for two hours, one day, one week, one month and one year. As the city of Melbourne is divided into two regions, the ticket fees will increase relatively if you travel from one region to the other.
The V/Line train goes to suburban Melbourne, the State of Victoria, as well as some of the stations in the city of Melbourne. One V/Line ticket can be used as a regular one-day ticket in Melbourne .
2. Bus
There are approximately 300 bus lines in Melbourne. Buses in Melbourne serve as auxiliary transportation. They are able to travel to the areas that trains fail to reach. Buses run less regularly, with usually about 15 to 30 minutes of waiting time between buses.
3. Tramcar
Melbourne is the only city in Australia that has tramcars. The tramcars form an all-direction network, making it an important means of public transportation. There is a City Circle tramcar line in the center of Melbourne, which is free for local citizens and tourists, enabling people to enjoy the urban views of the city. This line goes around the outer circle of downtown Melbourne passing many scenic spots, including Victoria Market, the Melbourne Parliament Building, the Crown Casino, the Royal Melbourne Exhibition Building, the IMAX cinema, Old Melbourne Gaol and Melbourne Central.
Melbourne enjoys a moderate marine climate. The temperatures during the hottest month fall below 22℃. The coldest month’s temperatures fall between 3℃ and 15℃. Rainfall can be expected year round.
Spring (September to November): Spring is sunny with an average temperature of 20℃.
Summer (December to February): There is sufficient sunlight during daytime in the summer.
Autumn (March to May): With an average temperature of 20℃, it is the best season for travel.
Winter (June to August): Winter is usually temperate weather with an average temperature between 13°C and 15°C
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