Traveling from Melbourne to Esperance Airport (EPR): what you need to know
Kick off your journey at one of Melbourne's main airports, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) or Avalon Airport (AVV). Explore your options for booking a flight from Melbourne to Esperance Airport (EPR) taking off from either of these.
Esperance Airport is located in Esperance. The city operates in the UTC+8 timezone and is 3 hours behind Melbourne.
To ensure you get on your flight from Melbourne to EPR, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're traveling during a peak period in general.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
MEL is around 15 miles from the center of Melbourne. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful travel app will show you the best route and your public transport options.
After a leisurely start to your break? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Melbourne to Esperance Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Getting from Esperance Airport (EPR) to central Esperance
Esperance Airport to the center of Esperance takes about 20 minutes by car. It's approximately 14 miles away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Esperance Airport (EPR)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Esperance Airport is $235. The cheapest price for a return flight is $468. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from Melbourne to EPR if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Melbourne to Esperance Airport across each month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Esperance Airport (EPR)
July is the most popular month to catch a flight from Melbourne to Esperance Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Esperance, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.
Think about the kind of weather that'll suit your plans for Esperance. February is known as the warmest month. Lock in your flights from Melbourne to EPR during then and you can expect temperatures of between 61ºF and 79ºF.
Travel in August for cooler conditions. Temperatures average between 48ºF and 64ºF. However, this city delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Melbourne to Esperance Airport.
More about Esperance
After locking in your flight from Melbourne to Esperance Airport, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Esperance:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Twilight Beach, Pink Lake and Esperance Museum are top attractions which should be on any well-planned Esperance itinerary.
Complete your Esperance trip with a car rental
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