Travelling from St. John's International Airport (YYT) to Melbourne: what you need to know
Melbourne is 13 hours 30 minutes ahead of St John's, where St. John's International Airport is located. Melbourne operates on the UTC+11 timezone.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from YYT to Melbourne.
Flying over a peak time like August? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You'll need an ETA for Australia if you have a passport from Canada and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements change frequently. So before you book your cheap ticket from St. John's International Airport to Melbourne, check with your airline as well as the destination country's local consulate or embassy for the most recent updates.
The journey from central St John's to YYT takes approximately 59 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 14 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from St. John's International Airport to Melbourne? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to YYT:
How to find the cheapest flights from St. John's International Airport (YYT) to Melbourne
C$1,210 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from St. John's International Airport to Melbourne. A return flight starts from C$2,111. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from YYT to Melbourne. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when searching for your ticket from St. John's International Airport to Melbourne.
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Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to the centre of Melbourne takes about 28 minutes by car. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport takes around 42 minutes.
If you have a late flight from St. John's International Airport to Melbourne, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near MEL:
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Avalon Airport (AVV) is about 56 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. Once you've hopped off your flight from St. John's International Airport to Melbourne, it'll take you around 51 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take about 2 hours and 4 minutes.
There are some comfortable places to lay your head within an easy drive of AVV. Shift into relaxation gear at Little River Bed and Breakfast after your flight from YYT to Melbourne.
Best time to go to Melbourne
July is the busiest month to catch a flight from St. John's International Airport to Melbourne while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Melbourne, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your flights from St. John's International Airport to Melbourne in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
July has average temperatures of between 4ºC and 13ºC. Search for cheap flights from YYT to Melbourne around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Melbourne
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Melbourne right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from St. John's International Airport to Melbourne:
Federation Square and National Gallery of Victoria are just two of the leading attractions to add to your Melbourne itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Eureka Skydeck 88.
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