Travelling from Mildura Airport (MQL) to Melbourne: what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Mildura Airport to Melbourne is 1 hour 21 minutes.
Melbourne and Mildura (where Mildura Airport is located) share the UTC+11 timezone. That means you won't need to adjust your watch when you arrive.
With 405 flights a week between the two airports, Mildura Airport (MQL) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is the busiest route. Qantas operates the earliest flight at 06:30. If you're eager to make the most of your day before jetting off, the latest departure from MQL to MEL is with Qantas at 17:05.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from MQL to Melbourne. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
You can reserve a direct flight from Mildura Airport to Melbourne. Start your journey at MQL and arrive at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).
Keep your eyes peeled for promotions from Regional Express. This airline operates direct flights from Mildura Airport to Melbourne.
For a flight within Australia, you don't need a visa or even a passport. However, you'll have to show another kind of identification, like a driver's licence or ID card. Once you've booked flight tickets from Mildura Airport to Melbourne, make sure your ID is up to date.
MQL is about 6 kilometres from central Mildura. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 9 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 2 hours and 13 minutes.
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How to find the cheapest flights from Mildura Airport (MQL) to Melbourne
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Mildura Airport to Melbourne is C$201. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$392. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To secure cheap tickets from MQL to Melbourne, book your trip 9 months before your departure.
The cheapest month for tickets from Mildura Airport to Melbourne is May. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the dates with the lowest fares.
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Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne is approximately 24 kilometres. It takes around 28 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 42 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Mildura Airport to Melbourne. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MEL instead:
Avalon Airport (AVV)
As soon as your flight from Mildura Airport to Melbourne has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in around 51 minutes by car. Central Melbourne is roughly 56 kilometres from Avalon Airport (AVV).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take approximately 2 hours and 4 minutes.
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Best time to go to Melbourne
July is the most popular month for flights from Mildura Airport to Melbourne. To avoid the crowds, head to Melbourne in April when things are quieter.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your flights from Mildura Airport to Melbourne in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap flights from MQL to Melbourne in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC and 13ºC on average.
More about Melbourne
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Melbourne right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Mildura Airport to Melbourne:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Federation Square, National Gallery of Victoria and Eureka Skydeck 88 are highlights which should feature on every Melbourne itinerary.
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