Question 1

When is the best time to book a flight to Melbourne?

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Late summer to late autumn (February to May) is the most popular time for visitors to arrive on cheap flights to Melbourne. This is when the weather is more settled, temps average around 20C and the parks and gardens show off their autumnal colour. Autumn is also when you’ll score the cheapest flights to Melbourne but book at least a couple of months in advance as others will have the same idea.

Question 2

What is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne?

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Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Melbourne. Flying to Melbourne in December will prove the most costly. There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

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Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Melbourne (average of $132). Flying to Melbourne in December will prove the most costly (average of $175). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

Question 4

When is the cheapest time to fly to Melbourne?

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Users looking for the lowest fares to Melbourne should consider flying on Tuesday evenings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Sunday afternoons, when prices are usually at their highest.

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If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 8.0 C).

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In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 mm per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Question 7

Can I find cheaper flights to Melbourne if I am willing to have stopovers?

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Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Melbourne on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

Question 8

What is the best airline to fly to Melbourne?

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Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Bonza is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Melbourne.

Question 9

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Melbourne?

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null is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Melbourne. One-way flights to null typically cost null, while return flights cost around null.

Question 10

How much is a return flight to Melbourne?

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A return flight to Melbourne will typically cost around $221, however they can be found for as little as $54.

Question 11

Where does the fastest flight to Melbourne depart from?

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For those looking to save time traveling to Melbourne, Portland offers the quickest one-way flight (0 hours 0 minutes).

Question 12

Does Melbourne Airport have car hire?

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Yes. Those touching down at Melbourne Airport can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Question 13

Are there hotels close to Melbourne Airport?

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Yes. Melbourne Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. 1 Bedroomking Bedparkingwalk To St Kilda Beach is the closest property to Melbourne Airport (0.0 km away from Melbourne Airport).

Question 14

What does MEL mean?

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MEL is a unique code, commonly called an IATA code, used in the aviation industry to identify airports. This code, along with many others, are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association). A MEL flight refers to a flight to Melbourne Airport. Melbourne Avalon Airport (AVV), Melbourne Essendon Airport (MEB), Melbourne Moorabbin Airport (MBW), Bendigo Airport (BXG) are other airports near this flight destination and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

Question 15

When is the best time to fly to Melbourne?

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Peak Season

Victoria’s lively capital always has something going on, so there’s no bad time to look for cheap flights to Melbourne. Christmas/New Years, school holidays, sporting events and festivals are generally peak periods when the city is busier than usual, so be sure to check what’s on in the city when searching for flight tickets to Melbourne. Some of Melbourne’s most popularly attended events include: the Australian Open Tennis (late January), the Australian Formula One Grand Prix (early March), Melbourne’s Food and Wine Festival (March) and the Melbourne Cup (early November).

Off Season

Summers (December to February) are warm in Melbourne but notoriously unpredictable, one day could be 25C, the next could be 40C. Winter (June to August) often means cheap flights to Melbourne can be found but since Melbourne winters are damp and cold, it’s not generally a nice time to visit.

Question 16

When is the best time to book a flight to Melbourne?

Accepted Answer

Late summer to late autumn (February to May) is the most popular time for visitors to arrive on cheap flights to Melbourne. This is when the weather is more settled, temps average around 20C and the parks and gardens show off their autumnal colour. Autumn is also when you’ll score the cheapest flights to Melbourne but book at least a couple of months in advance as others will have the same idea.

Question 17

How long is the flight to Melbourne?

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Flights from Sydney to Melbourne – 1 hr 30 mins

Flights from Brisbane to Melbourne – 2 hrs 25 mins

Flights from Adelaide to Melbourne – 1 hr 15 mins

Flights from Perth to Melbourne – 3 hrs 25 mins

Question 18

Which airlines operate flights to Melbourne?

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The cheapest direct flights to Melbourne are mainly operated by Tiger Airways, Jetstar, Qantas and Virgin Australia. Due to the popularity of the route and large number of flights, you should easily be able to find a flight to suit your budget.

Question 19

How to get from the Melbourne airport to the city centre?

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Melbourne Airport (MEL) (aka Tullamarine Airport) is located 23 km from the city centre.

Bus services: the best way to reach the city is via the Skybus Super Shuttle, an express bus service which runs from the airport to Southern Cross Station, taking around 20 minutes. From Southern Cross Station you can access the main public transport, local rail and bus services. Tickets cost $18 one way and $30 for a return. Local bus services also run to and from the airport, the public bus stop is near Terminal 1.

Taxi: taxis are available outside all the terminals and there are five on-site rental companies.

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What is good to know if travelling to Melbourne?

How long is the flight to Melbourne?

Which airlines operate flights to Melbourne?

How to get from the Melbourne airport to the city centre?

What does MEL mean?

Can I find cheaper flights to Melbourne if I am willing to have stopovers?

What is the best airline to fly to Melbourne?

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Melbourne?

How much is a return flight to Melbourne?

Where does the fastest flight to Melbourne depart from?

Does Melbourne Airport have car hire?

Are there hotels close to Melbourne Airport?

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