How to find cheap flights to Melbourne
The lowest price we've found for a one-way flight to Melbourne is C$703. A return plane ticket starts at C$983.
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Avoid leaving things to the last minute. You're more likely to find the lowest price on tickets if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
Select 'Add nearby airports' when searching to boost your chances of finding cheap flights to Melbourne. Doing this will give you more choices for where to start and end your trip, as well as different prices.
Indirect routes usually cost less, so consider taking a flight with a stop. Simply uncheck the 'Direct flights' box when searching for your plane tickets.
Best time to go to Melbourne
Use the 'Whole month' tool if you're flexible with your dates. Browse fares for an entire month and find a flight that suits your budget and schedule.
December sees the highest demand for flights. The city is usually at its busiest, making it a good time to visit.
March is the quietest time of year to visit if you want a more relaxed pace. There's also a good chance you'll find cheaper prices on plane tickets to Melbourne then.
With averages between 11ºC (52ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF), January is when Melbourne is warmest. Schedule your visit around your weather preferences to make the most of your trip.
July has the lowest temperatures, ranging from around 3ºC (37ºF) to 12ºC (54ºF).
With five days of rainfall on average, February is the driest month in Melbourne.
Rain is more likely in August, which gets around ten days of wet weather.
Flying to Melbourne: what you need to know
Most travellers flying into the city land at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).
Offering direct flights to Melbourne, these leading airlines make getting to your destination easy:
When you touch down in Melbourne, you'll be in the UTC+11 timezone.
Find the right stay to go with your flight. Check out these popular hotels once you've booked your ticket:
Getting to central Melbourne from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
MEL, the city's main gateway, is about 24 kilometres from central Melbourne.
After touching down from your flight to Melbourne, reaching the centre by car will take around 25 minutes.
Roughly 35 minutes is how long it'll take to get there on public transport.
Curl up in bed shortly after your flight to Melbourne. Choose one of these stays close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport and you'll be catching z's in no time:
Can't wait to set off on your adventure? You can book a car rental at MEL with leading suppliers 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
These leading sights have to be on your to-do list after stepping off your flight to Melbourne:
Melbourne's Gardens: A classic place to start your city tour, this landmark is around 11 kilometres east of the city centre.
Arts Centre Melbourne: Take a tour of this landmark next. About 2 kilometres southeast of the city centre, it's worth checking out to get the full Melbourne experience.
Explore more of Australia
There's plenty more of Australia waiting for you to discover. About 64 kilometres southwest of Melbourne, set off for Geelong. On the must-do list? Start with Wathaurong Booln Booln Cultural Centre, Eastern Beach Promenade and Eastern Beach.
Bendigo is another popular destination in Australia and is roughly 129 kilometres northwest of Melbourne. Set your sights on top attractions like Sacred Heart Cathedral, Bendigo Botanic Gardens and Central Deborah Gold Mine.
Roughly 105 kilometres west of Melbourne, Ballarat makes for a memorable detour. Good reasons to visit include St Patrick's Cathedral, Ballarat Wildlife Park and Ballarat Botanical Gardens.
Complete your trip with a Melbourne car rental
Want to rent a car in the city? Choose from a selection of car rentals in Melbourne and go wherever the road takes you. With one quick search, compare rates and score the best deal after locking in your hotel and cheap flight to Melbourne.