Travelling from Melbourne to Inverness Airport (INV): what you need to know
Planning your getaway starts with figuring out where you'll leave from in Melbourne. Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for booking a flight from Melbourne to Inverness Airport (INV) jetting off from here.
Inverness Airport is located in Inverness. The city operates in the UTC+0 timezone and is 11 hours behind Melbourne.
Your flight from Melbourne to INV 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.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight. After checking in, you can use any extra time to grab something to eat or simply relax.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The distance from central Melbourne to MEL is about 24 kilometres. Use Google Maps for the fastest route, whether you prefer to drive or use public transport.
Have an early flight from Melbourne to Inverness Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
About Inverness Airport (INV)
Book a hotel near INV if you're taking a late flight from Melbourne to Inverness Airport. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Inverness Airport (INV) to central Inverness
From Inverness Airport, Inverness is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 30 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Inverness Airport (INV)
C$1,107 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Inverness Airport. Return flights start from C$2,234. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you're looking for flight tickets from Melbourne to INV. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the departure date.
Use the 'Whole month' tool and compare the prices of tickets from Melbourne to Inverness Airport across each month. The lowest fares are highlighted in green, so you can quickly pick a flight that fits your budget.
Locking in a cheap ticket from Melbourne to INV is a breeze 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 the price has fallen.
Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Melbourne to Inverness Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Inverness Airport (INV)
June is the most popular month to board a flight from Melbourne to Inverness Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Inverness, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
When booking your flight from Melbourne to INV, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Inverness, with the temperature ranging from 8ºC to 21ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC and 7ºC. Search for cheap flights from Melbourne to Inverness Airport sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Inverness
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Inverness right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Inverness Airport:
All great vacations should include a little sightseeing. Inverness Castle, Culloden Battlefield and River Ness are must-visits when exploring Inverness.
Complete your Inverness trip with a car rental
After you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Melbourne to Inverness Airport, next up is choosing one of our car rentals in Inverness. Explore the exclusive deals and easily compare options on price, fuel policies, and more.
