Melbourne MEL to Shīrāz SYZ Flights

Flights from Melbourne to Shīrāz generally leave from Melbourne and arrive in Shiraz.

Melbourne is 22.6 km away from Melbourne city centre and Shiraz is 11.1 km from Shīrāz city centre.

Since neither Melbourne nor Shīrāz are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of Australia and Iran. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.

There is a time difference of 7 h in winter and 6 h in summer between Melbourne and Shīrāz.

The best events to attend in Shīrāz include:

• Fajr International Film Festival, an annual film festival showcasing Iranian and international films with a focus on cultural exchange
• Shiraz Arts Festival, a vibrant celebration of music, theater, and visual arts featuring local and international artists
• Nowruz Festival, the Persian New Year celebration marked by traditional rituals, music, and communal feasting.

The best holidays to experience in Shīrāz include:

• Nowruz, the Persian New Year celebrated with vibrant festivities and blooming gardens
• Eid al-Fitr, a time of joyous celebrations and cultural gatherings
• Yalda Night, a unique winter solstice celebration filled with traditional foods and family gatherings.

The best seasons to visit Shīrāz are Spring or Fall. The best weather to explore Shīrāz is during March-May or September-November.

For international flights we recommend to arrive 2.5 to 3 hours before departure. Please check the website of your departure airport if in doubt. Some airports may offer booking time slots for security checks or offer additional information on when to get there based on time of day.

Most airlines permit carry-on bags that fit within specific dimensions (e. G. 22 x 14 x 9 inches or 56 x 36 x 23 cm), including handles and wheels. Bags must fit in the overhead bin or under the seat in front of you.

Many airlines impose weight limits, commonly ranging between 7 kg (15 lbs) and 12 kg (26 lbs).
Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you.
Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.

The list of items prohibited on an airplane varies by country and airline, but in general, the following items are not allowed in carry-on or checked baggage: Weapons and self-defence items, sharp objects, flammable materials, explosives, toxic substances, or liquids over 100ml (except for medications and baby essentials). In checked baggage, firearms (without authorization), explosives, large lithium batteries, and hazardous chemicals are prohibited. Electronic cigarettes must be in carry-on bags, while alcohol and dry ice have restrictions. Always check with your airline for specific regulations.