How to find cheap flights to Melbourne
The lowest price we've found for a one-way flight to Melbourne is $367. A round-trip plane ticket starts at $756.
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Select 'Add nearby airports' during your search to increase your chances of scoring cheap flights to Melbourne. This will give you more choices for where to start and end your trip, as well as different fares.
Choosing a multi-leg journey can help lower your fare, so search for flights that have a stop or two. After your results show up, select the 'Stops' filter to browse your options.
Best time to go to Melbourne
Use the 'Whole month' tool if you have flexible travel dates. Browse fares for an entire month and find a flight that suits your schedule and budget.
To experience this city at its busiest, lock in your flights for July. Traveling during peak periods generally means more to do and see than at other times of the year.
April is the quietest month to travel if you're after a more laid-back vibe. There's also a good chance you'll find cheaper prices on plane tickets to Melbourne then.
With averages between 54ºF and 84ºF, January is when Melbourne is warmest. Plan your visit around your weather preferences to make the most of your time here.
July is when temperatures are at their coolest, between 39ºF and 55ºF.
January gives you the best chance of sunshine. With five days of average rainfall, this is the driest month in Melbourne.
Expect the heaviest showers in August, which gets around ten days of wet weather.
Flying to Melbourne: what you need to know
When planning your Melbourne flight, you'll have a good selection of airports to arrive at. Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), Avalon Airport (AVV) and Essendon Airport (MEB) are your choices.
Most flights arriving in the city land at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).
Offering direct flights to Melbourne, these major airlines make getting to your destination nice and easy:
Melbourne operates on the UTC+11 timezone.
Plan the perfect stay to go with your flight. Check out these accommodation options once you've booked your plane ticket:
Getting to central Melbourne from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
MEL, the city's main gateway, is about 15 miles from central Melbourne.
You'll get to the center in around 30 minutes if you're ride-sharing or catching a cab after your flight to Melbourne.
The trip on public transport takes about 40 minutes.
Catch up on sleep or simply freshen up after your flight to Melbourne. These hotels near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport offer the perfect place to relax and unwind:
Can't wait to start your adventure? You can book a car rental at MEL with trusted brands like Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast and Sixt. Hop in and get ready to explore Melbourne and beyond.
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport serves Melbourne and nearby areas in Victoria, Australia.
Melbourne highlights
Put these popular sights on your to-do list after hopping off your flight to Melbourne:
Flinders Street Railway Station: An ideal place to begin your tour of the city, this landmark is located around 0.4 miles southeast of the city center.
St Kilda Twilight Market - Summer: Here's where you can squeeze in a little spending while exploring Melbourne. You'll find this shopping area roughly 4 miles south of the center.
Formula 1 Grand Prix Circuit: Take on this landmark next. Around 3 miles south of the city center, it's worth checking out to get the full Melbourne experience.
Explore more of Australia
Australia has plenty more waiting for you. Continue on to Geelong, located around 40 miles southwest of Melbourne. Narana Aboriginal Cultural Centre, Eastern Beach Promenade and Eastern Beach Reserve are just the start of its must-sees.
Bendigo could easily become your new favorite place in Australia. You'll find it roughly 80 miles northwest of Melbourne. Sacred Heart Cathedral, Bendigo Botanic Gardens and Central Deborah Gold Mine stand out as highlights.
Roughly 65 miles west of Melbourne, Ballarat is worth working into your travels. Great reasons to visit include St Patrick's Cathedral, St. Alipius Sovereign Hill and Ballarat Wildlife Park.
Complete your trip with a Melbourne car rental
Thinking of renting a car in the city? Browse the range of car rentals in Melbourne and make the journey your own. Easily compare prices in one place to find the ideal ride after you've booked your hotel and cheap flight to Melbourne.