Travelling from Newcastle International Airport (NCL) to Melbourne: what you need to know
The timezone in Melbourne is UTC+11. The city is 11 hours ahead of Newcastle, where Newcastle International Airport is located.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your NCL to Melbourne flight.
If you're flying during a major holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
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NCL is about 8 kilometres from central Newcastle. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 30 minutes.
Looking for a hotel close to NCL? If you've booked an early flight from Newcastle International Airport to Melbourne, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
When it comes to Newcastle International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 71.29% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Newcastle International Airport (NCL) to Melbourne
C$723 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Newcastle International Airport to Melbourne flight. Return flight tickets start from C$1,418. These prices can change depending on demand.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from NCL to Melbourne if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
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Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The distance from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne is roughly 24 kilometres. It takes about 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.
Think about booking a hotel close to MEL if you're coming in on a late flight from Newcastle International Airport to Melbourne. Select one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about rest:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt to explore Melbourne and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from NCL to Melbourne.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
The centre of Melbourne is about 56 kilometres from Avalon Airport (AVV). After your flight from Newcastle International Airport to Melbourne has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 50 minutes.
Public transport will get you there in around 2 hours 5 minutes.
Relax and unpack not long after your NCL to Melbourne flight at Corio Bay Motel. This comfy accommodation option is an easy drive from AVV.
Forget about public transport schedules or long cab queues. Pick up an Avalon Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Compare availability and rates from Sixt, Kangaroo Rental and yesaway car rental.
Snap up the best price by booking your ride from AVV three weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a bigger selection of vehicles.
Essendon Airport (MEB)
Essendon Airport (MEB) is around 19 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. It'll take you about 25 minutes to get to the city centre by car once you've hopped off your flight from Newcastle International Airport to Melbourne.
Public transport can take you there in around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Book a hotel near MEB and go from the runway to resting in a snap. Whether you have a late NCL to Melbourne flight or just want a stress-free arrival, these stays are all about convenience:
Stay in control of the next leg of your trip with an Essendon Airport rental car. East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar are dependable companies for booking.
Booking at least a few weeks in advance of your flight from Newcastle International Airport to Melbourne is a good move. Along with better deals, you'll get a better selection of vehicle makes and models at MEB.
Best time to go to Melbourne
Travel to Melbourne during high season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book flights from Newcastle International Airport to Melbourne during low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
When booking your Newcastle International Airport to Melbourne flight ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. January is the warmest month in Melbourne, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from NCL to Melbourne in July when temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF).
More about Melbourne
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Melbourne right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from Newcastle International Airport to Melbourne:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. National Gallery of Victoria, Federation Square and Eureka Skydeck 88 are popular attractions which should be on any well-planned Melbourne itinerary.
Explore more of Australia
Melbourne has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Australia you'll want to see. About 467 kilometres north-east of Melbourne, a visit to Canberra will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
If you want to check out another corner of Australia, head for Launceston, roughly 451 kilometres south-east of Melbourne. City Park, Tamar Island Wetlands and James Boag Brewery Experience are among the biggest draws.