Flying from Melbourne to Perth Airport (PER): what you need to know
Kick off your journey at one of Melbourne's main airports, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) or Avalon Airport (AVV). Check out your options for booking a flight from Melbourne to Perth Airport (PER) taking off from either of these.
4 hours 16 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Melbourne to Perth Airport.
Perth is 3 hours behind Melbourne. Perth Airport is located in Perth, which operates on the UTC+8 timezone.
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Perth Airport (PER) is the most popular route. There are 491 direct weekly flights to choose from. If you have things to do before leaving, take the last flight with Jetstar at 22:50. Go for the first MEL to PER departure operated by Jetstar at 06:10 if you want to get going earlier.
Your flight from Melbourne to PER won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Melbourne to Perth Airport (PER) can be booked from this terminal.
Top carriers that have direct flights from Melbourne to Perth Airport departing MEL include:
From the centre of Melbourne, MEL is approximately 24 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to find the best way to get there.
Have an early flight from Melbourne to Perth Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
About Perth Airport (PER)
Book a hotel close to PER if you have a late flight from Melbourne to Perth Airport. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Perth Airport (PER) to central Perth
From Perth Airport, Perth is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 21 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It'll take around 28 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Perth Airport (PER)
Pick up a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Perth Airport from C$198 or travel return from just C$399. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
To score flight tickets from Melbourne to PER, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Finding flight tickets from Melbourne to Perth Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Check out the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across every month and bag a great deal.
Set up a Price Alert and track any changes on this route through push notifications or email. You'll be the first to know when fares go down. It's all about timing when scoring flight tickets from Melbourne to PER.
Customize your trip by applying filters. Choose the number of stops, duration, and arrival and departure times to find the right flight from Melbourne to Perth Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' options first.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Perth Airport (PER)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Melbourne to Perth Airport. July is the most popular month for a trip to Perth. If you want a more relaxed atmosphere, go in February.
Think about the kind of weather that'll work with your plans for Perth. The warmest month is January. Lock in your flights from Melbourne to PER sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 17ºC and 35ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Melbourne to Perth Airport in August if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 8ºC and 20ºC on average.
More about Perth
Start your Perth trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Perth Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Mill Point Swan River, Fremantle Prison and The Perth Mint are attractions you won't want to skip in Perth.
Complete your Perth trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Melbourne to Perth Airport to track down your ideal ride. Check out our car rentals in Perth and compare offers in one place. Plus we give you all the info you need to know, from the most popular rental company to the average daily price.
