Flying from Melbourne to Woodbourne Airport (BHE): What you need to know
Melbourne's main base, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Melbourne to Woodbourne Airport (BHE).
Blenheim is two hours ahead of Melbourne. Woodbourne Airport is located in Blenheim, which is in the UTC+13 timezone.
Your flight from Melbourne to BHE won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Taking off during a peak period like a public holiday? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Melbourne to BHE. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these popular options:
Auckland Airport (AKL)
Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
Wellington International Airport (WLG)
The journey from central Melbourne to MEL takes around 40 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Melbourne to Woodbourne Airport, these stays will put you just around the corner from the terminal:
Of all flights departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% touch down on time at their destination.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
You can get to AVV from central Melbourne in approximately 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport will take roughly 2 hours 5 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
Unwind before your Melbourne to BHE flight at a hotel close to Avalon Airport. Corio Bay Motel is one option where you can wake up and arrive at the airport with time to spare.
The majority of flights that leave Avalon Airport arrive at their destination as planned. It achieves a consistent on-time performance rate of 80.09%.
About Woodbourne Airport (BHE)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Melbourne to Woodbourne Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near BHE instead:
Grab a Woodbourne Airport rental car and explore Blenheim and beyond with your own wheels. Thrifty, Ezi and Big Value are top providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your Melbourne to Woodbourne Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Woodbourne Airport (BHE) to central Blenheim
Woodbourne Airport to central Blenheim is about 8 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.
It takes roughly 10 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Woodbourne Airport (BHE)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Woodbourne Airport is C$379. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$747. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Melbourne to BHE. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your Melbourne to Woodbourne Airport ticket.
Locking in a cheap flight ticket from Melbourne to BHE is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal.
Find the best deal on a flight from Melbourne to Woodbourne Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Woodbourne Airport (BHE)
July is the most popular month for flights from Melbourne to Woodbourne Airport (BHE). Visit Blenheim in April if you prefer a quieter experience.
Before locking in your Melbourne to BHE flight ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. January is the warmest month in Blenheim, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Woodbourne Airport in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC (37ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF).
More about Blenheim
Start your Blenheim trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Woodbourne Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Wither Hills Cellar Door and Restaurant, Mt Vernon lookout and Blenheim Arboretum are leading attractions which should feature on any good Blenheim itinerary.
Explore more of New Zealand
You've seen Blenheim, now it's time to explore more of New Zealand. Journey about 257 kilometres south to Christchurch to tick off its leading attractions. From Mount Herbert/Te Ahu Patiki to Purau Bay and The Monument Track (North), you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Palmerston North is another well-known destination in New Zealand and is around 193 kilometres north-east of Blenheim. No journey is complete without dropping by Willowbank Reserve, New Zealand Rugby Museum and Upper Turitea Green Corridor.
