Flying from Wagga Wagga Airport (WGA) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Wagga Wagga Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 15 minutes.
Melbourne's timezone is UTC+11, which is the same as Wagga Wagga.
Each week, there are 23 Wagga Wagga Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flights. If you want to take off as soon as possible, go for the 06:45 Qantas flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last departure is at 16:35 with Rex Regional Express.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your WGA to MEL flight.
During popular months like April, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Qantas offers direct flights from Wagga Wagga Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Melbourne — and maybe even more of Australia if your schedule allows.
Qantas tops the list for bookings on this route.
Qantas is the most punctual carrier operating WGA to MEL flights. An impressive 91.43% of its services on this route land on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Wagga Wagga Airport (WGA) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Wagga Wagga Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight is ج.م. 5,591. A round-trip plane ticket is currently ج.م. 11,498. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Book seven months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from WGA to MEL.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Wagga Wagga Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. If you prefer to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Handy information about Wagga Wagga Airport (WGA)
Of the flights that depart from Wagga Wagga Airport, 79.52% land on schedule at their destination.
To get to Wagga Wagga Airport from central Wagga Wagga, it'll take around 15 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near WGA. Whether you have an early flight from Wagga Wagga Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
If you have a late Wagga Wagga Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near MEL:
Grab a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car and explore Melbourne and beyond with your own set of wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast and Sixt are top outlets you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around four weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to central Melbourne has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
When to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Wagga Wagga Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. January is the busiest month to head to Melbourne. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Wagga Wagga Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport for January if you want to explore Melbourne during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC and 29ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from WGA to MEL in July. Average temperatures are between 4ºC and 13ºC then.
Explore more of Australia
You've done Melbourne, now it's time to explore other corners of Australia. Travel about 467 kilometres north-east to Canberra to check off its popular sights. From Australian War Memorial to National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 64 kilometres south-west of Melbourne, Geelong is another favourite stop in Australia. Start your sightseeing at Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre.
