Flying from Perth Airport (PER) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): what you need to know
3 hours 35 minutes is the average length of a direct flight from Perth Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Melbourne is 3 hours ahead of Perth and operates on the UTC+11 timezone.
You can choose from 330 weekly flights from Perth Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. The 00:45 departure with Jetstar is the earliest flight you can take from PER to MEL. Rex Regional Express operates the last service of the day at 23:55.
Flying over a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
You'll find a range of airlines operating direct flights from Perth Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. When you're ready to start your Melbourne vacation and experience this part of Australia, these top carriers service the PER to MEL route:
If you want to break up your flight from Perth Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, think about adding a stopover. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to find a city that interests you. The most popular stopovers on the PER - MEL route are:
Adelaide Airport
Launceston Airport
Canberra Airport
When flying domestically within Australia, you won't need a visa or even a passport. However, you'll have to show some form of identification, like an ID card or driver's license. Once you've booked your cheap ticket from PER to MEL, check your ID is valid before you jet off.
How to find the cheapest flights from Perth Airport (PER) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Perth Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is C$194. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$388. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Book 1 month before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap flight tickets from PER to MEL.
Plan your trip for September. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Perth Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
Set up a Price Alert for cheap flight tickets from PER to MEL. You don't need to check back in every day to see whether airfares have fallen. We'll let you know the moment the price changes.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Perth Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport.
Handy information about Perth Airport (PER)
Perth Airport is around 16 kilometres from central Perth. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 21 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 28 minutes.
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Arriving at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Consider booking a hotel near MEL if you're catching a late flight from Perth Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is approximately 24 kilometres from the center of Melbourne. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 28 minutes.
It takes roughly 42 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Perth Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Melbourne. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Perth Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Melbourne, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 29ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PER to MEL in July. Average temperatures are between 4ºC and 13ºC then.
More about Melbourne
Start your Melbourne trip right by finding a fantastic stay. After booking your flight from PER to MEL, check out our range of hotel options including:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Federation Square, National Gallery of Victoria and Eureka Skydeck 88 are essential stops on your Melbourne itinerary.
Complete your Melbourne trip with hotels and a car rental
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