Travelling from Port Hedland International Airport (PHE) to Melbourne: what you need to know
Port Hedland International Airport is located in Port Hedland. Based in the UTC+11 timezone, Melbourne is 3 hours ahead of Port Hedland.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from PHE to Melbourne.
Flying during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
For a flight within Australia, you won't need a passport or visa. However, you'll have to present some kind of identification, like an ID card or driver's licence. Once you've booked flight tickets from Port Hedland International Airport to Melbourne, make sure your ID is up to date.
PHE is approximately 11 kilometres from central Port Hedland. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
After a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near PHE. Whether you have an early flight from Port Hedland International Airport to Melbourne or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
How to find the cheapest flights from Port Hedland International Airport (PHE) to Melbourne
C$547 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Port Hedland International Airport to Melbourne. A return flight starts from C$1,093. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from PHE to Melbourne. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
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Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne is around 28 minutes by car. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport takes roughly 42 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Port Hedland International Airport to Melbourne. Book one of these accommodation options near MEL instead:
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Once your flight from Port Hedland International Airport to Melbourne has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city centre in around 51 minutes by car. Central Melbourne is roughly 56 kilometres from Avalon Airport (AVV).
You can also opt for public transport, which will take approximately 2 hours and 4 minutes.
Settle in and unpack not long after your flight from PHE to Melbourne at Little River Bed and Breakfast. This comfortable accommodation option is a short drive from AVV.
Best time to go to Melbourne
It's time to figure out your trip dates for your flight from Port Hedland International Airport to Melbourne. July is the most popular month to travel to Melbourne. If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, go in April.
Book your flight from Port Hedland International Airport to Melbourne for January to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 12ºC to 29ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from PHE to Melbourne in July when temperatures average between 4ºC and 13ºC.
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 options as soon as you've booked your flight from Port Hedland International Airport to Melbourne:
Federation Square and National Gallery of Victoria are just the start of the leading attractions to add to your Melbourne must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Eureka Skydeck 88.
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