Flying from Melbourne to Tamworth Airport (TMW): What you need to know
Start planning your holiday by checking out where you'll catch your flight from Melbourne to Tamworth Airport (TMW). Explore the options for leaving from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) or Avalon Airport (AVV), the city's main airports.
Melbourne and Tamworth (where Tamworth Airport is located) share the UTC+11 timezone. That means you won't need to adjust your watch on arrival.
For stress-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 flight from Melbourne to TMW.
If you're travelling during a bank holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
MEL is about 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 40 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Melbourne to Tamworth Airport, these stays will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:
Of the departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% land on schedule at their destination.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
You can arrive at AVV from the centre of Melbourne in about 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport will take roughly 2 hours 5 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
Unwind before your Melbourne to TMW flight at a hotel near Avalon Airport. Corio Bay Motel is one option where you can roll out of bed and get to the airport with time to spare.
Most flights that leave Avalon Airport touch down at their destination as planned. It maintains a high on-time performance rate of 80.09%.
About Tamworth Airport (TMW)
Touching down on a late flight from Melbourne to Tamworth Airport? Collect your bags and go straight to the comfort of a hotel near TMW. The Duck Inn Apartments and Sunrise Retreat will have you turning out the lights sooner.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Tamworth Airport (TMW)
Right now, ج.م. 10,408 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Tamworth Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 23,467. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Melbourne to TMW. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Melbourne to Tamworth Airport tickets across the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Tamworth Airport (TMW)
July is the busiest month for flights from Melbourne to Tamworth Airport (TMW). Plan your visit to Tamworth in April if you prefer a quieter experience.
Before locking in your Melbourne to TMW flight ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Tamworth, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 34ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Tamworth Airport in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC and 17ºC.
More about Tamworth
Start your Tamworth trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Melbourne to Tamworth Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
Your visit to Tamworth wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Highlights that should be on your list include Powerhouse motorcycle museum, Australian Country Music Hall of Fame and Tamworth Regional Gallery.
Explore more of Australia
Tamworth has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Australia you should also see. Around 225 kilometres south-east of Tamworth, a visit to Newcastle will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Merewether Beach, Bathers Way Coastal Walk and Nobbys Beach.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in Australia, consider Maitland, about 193 kilometres south of Tamworth. Maitland Gaol, Golden Whistler Park and The Riverside Walk are key reasons to visit.
