Originally Posted by
babs
Yes you could go into Melbourne but it will take an hour each way,then you have to get back say 2 hours before your flight so I guess is it worth it for 4 hours in Melbourne. I would probably just relax in the lounge that way you don't have to stress about delayed transport back to the airport etc.
Depending on how long the wait is for taxis at the terminal (if taking a taxi), the driving time from the airport to the city should only be 30 mins. Not to mention it'll be in the opposite direction to the main traffic flows.
Plus to get back for the QF29 departure, might be as quick as 20 mins to the airport given the light state of traffic for a late departure.
Agreed the food in the lounge will beat anything served onboard.