Crossing time zones into Melbourne (MEL) takes a toll — recovery has to be deliberate. Aircrew Travel plans Melbourne around the crew, not the other way round.
Timing light and sleep in Melbourne
Getting daylight at the right local time helps shift the body clock after landing at MEL. A dark, cool room does the rest.
Hydration, food and movement
Hydration, light meals and gentle movement ease the adjustment to Asia Pacific time zones during a Melbourne layover.
- Get daylight at the right local time in Melbourne
- Keep the room dark, cool and quiet
- Hydrate and keep late meals light
- Use short, strategic naps rather than one long sleep
Frequently asked questions
How do crews beat jet lag on a Melbourne layover?
Well-timed daylight, hydration, light meals and strategic naps — helped by a quiet hotel close to MEL.
Does hotel choice affect jet lag recovery in Melbourne?
Very much. A short transfer from MEL and a genuinely dark, quiet room give crews more usable recovery time.