Flying from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Melbourne: what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Newcastle Airport to Melbourne and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 31 minutes.
Melbourne and Newcastle (where Newcastle Airport is located) share the UTC+11 timezone. That means you won't need to adjust your watch on arrival.
Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is the most popular route, with 430 departures a week to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from NTL to MEL is with Jetstar at 20:40. Choose the first departure operated by Qantas at 06:00 if you want to get on your way earlier.
Leave plenty of time to make your flight from NTL to Melbourne. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
You can book a direct flight from Newcastle Airport to Melbourne that lands at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).
You'll have your pick of carriers that operate direct flights from Newcastle Airport to Melbourne. Book your seat with one of these:
Once you've booked your flight tickets from Newcastle Airport to Melbourne, get your travel documents ready. A visa or passport isn't necessary since you're travelling within Australia. As long as you have some other valid form of identification, like an ID card or driver's licence, you're all set.
NTL is around 27 kilometres from central Newcastle. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 31 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 49 minutes.
Get your flight from Newcastle Airport to Melbourne off to a hassle-free start. Only a short drive from NTL, book a night at Bull and Bush Hotel and you'll be well-rested for the journey ahead.
How to find the cheapest flights from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Melbourne
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Newcastle Airport to Melbourne is C$55. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$111. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book 8 months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from NTL to Melbourne.
April is the cheapest month for tickets from Newcastle Airport to Melbourne. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is around 24 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 28 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes roughly 42 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Newcastle Airport to Melbourne, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near MEL:
Avalon Airport (AVV)
As soon as your flight from Newcastle Airport to Melbourne has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in about 51 minutes by car. Central Melbourne is approximately 56 kilometres from Avalon Airport (AVV).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take approximately 2 hours and 4 minutes.
You'll find a few welcoming places to stay just a short drive from AVV. Shift into relaxation gear at Little River Bed and Breakfast after your flight from NTL to Melbourne.
Best time to go to Melbourne
July is the most popular month for flights from Newcastle Airport to Melbourne. To escape the crowds, head for Melbourne in April when things are quieter.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 29ºC. Book your flights from Newcastle Airport to Melbourne in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
July has average temperatures of between 4ºC and 13ºC. Look for cheap flights from NTL to Melbourne sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Melbourne
Start your Melbourne trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Newcastle Airport to Melbourne, browse our selection of hotels including:
Every great vacation has to include a little sightseeing. Federation Square, National Gallery of Victoria and Eureka Skydeck 88 are essential stops on your Melbourne itinerary.
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