Flying from Minneapolis to Melbourne: what you need to know
Planning your trip begins with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Minneapolis. Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) is the city's main base, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Minneapolis to Melbourne departing from here.
Disembark at Melbourne's major arrival point, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).
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 Minneapolis to Melbourne.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
To travel to Australia for tourism purposes, you will require an ETA if you hold a passport from United States. However, visa rules can change and you may need other documents depending on the duration and purpose of your trip. Always check the most recent guidelines before reserving your cheap flight from Minneapolis to Melbourne.
Flying from Minneapolis
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even visit a new city. When searching for flights from Minneapolis to Melbourne departing from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
MSP is around 21 kilometres from central Minneapolis. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 19 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 26 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Minneapolis to Melbourne? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport:
Arriving in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne is approximately 24 kilometres. It takes around 28 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 42 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near MEL if you're taking a late flight from Minneapolis to Melbourne. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Avalon Airport (AVV) is around 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. Following your flight from Minneapolis to Melbourne, expect a drive time of approximately 51 minutes to get to the heart of the city.
The trip will take about 2 hours and 4 minutes on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Melbourne
Right now, C$689 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Minneapolis to Melbourne. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$1,509. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Minneapolis to Melbourne if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when looking for a ticket from Minneapolis to Melbourne.
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Use filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Minneapolis to Melbourne, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Best time to go to Melbourne
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Minneapolis to Melbourne. July is the busiest month for a trip to Melbourne. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in April.
Schedule your flight from Minneapolis to Melbourne for January if you'd like to head to the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Melbourne to range from 12ºC to 29ºC.
July has average temperatures of between 4ºC and 13ºC. Look for cheap flights from Minneapolis to Melbourne around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
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 once you've booked your flight from Minneapolis to Melbourne:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Federation Square, National Gallery of Victoria and Eureka Skydeck 88 are must-visits when exploring Melbourne.
Complete your Melbourne trip with a car rental
Explore our range of car rentals once you've found your hotel and cheap flight from Minneapolis to Melbourne. Whether you're looking for a compact ride, family sedan or something that makes a statement, you can easily compare companies in one go to find the perfect deal.
