Flying from Melbourne to Mataveri International Airport (IPC): what you need to know
Planning your vacation starts with working out where you'll fly out of in Melbourne. Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is the city's main base, so check out your options for booking a flight from Melbourne to Mataveri International Airport (IPC) jetting off from here.
Easter Island is 16 hours behind Melbourne. Mataveri International Airport is located in Easter Island, which operates on the UTC-5 timezone.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from Melbourne to IPC.
Popular months like July or other peak periods mean longer lines and possible delays. Get a head start by arriving at the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
From central Melbourne, MEL is approximately 24 kilometres away. Check the official airport website or use navigation apps to work out the best way to get there.
Have an early flight from Melbourne to Mataveri International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
About Mataveri International Airport (IPC)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Melbourne to Mataveri International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near IPC:
Getting from Mataveri International Airport (IPC) to central Easter Island
Mataveri International Airport to central Easter Island takes around 5 minutes in a car. It's approximately 2 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Mataveri International Airport (IPC)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Mataveri International Airport is C$1,543. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$4,689. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
We suggest booking as soon as possible to secure flight tickets from Melbourne to IPC. You're more likely to bag a bargain and have a wider choice of flight times and dates.
Use the 'Whole month' search tool and compare the prices of tickets from Melbourne to Mataveri International Airport across the month. The lowest fares are highlighted in green, so you can quickly pick a flight within your budget.
Create a Price Alert for flight tickets from Melbourne to IPC. You don't need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped. We'll tell you as soon as the price changes.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from Melbourne to Mataveri International Airport. Simply select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Mataveri International Airport (IPC)
August is the busiest month for flights from Melbourne to Mataveri International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Easter Island in May when it's quieter.
Think about the kind of weather that'll work with your plans for Easter Island. February is known as the warmest month. Lock in your flights from Melbourne to IPC during then and you can expect temperatures of between 20ºC and 25ºC.
Visit in September if you want cooler conditions. Temperatures average between 16ºC and 20ºC. However, this destination promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Melbourne to Mataveri International Airport.
More about Easter Island
Start your Easter Island trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Melbourne to Mataveri International Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
Rano Raraku and Anakena Beach are a couple of major attractions to put on your Easter Island must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Rano Kau.
