Flying from Victoria to Melbourne: what you need to know
Victoria's main base, Victoria International Airport (YYJ), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Victoria to Melbourne.
Hop off the plane at Melbourne's primary gateway, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).
The timezone in Melbourne is UTC+11, which is 18 hours ahead of Victoria.
Give yourself enough time to catch your Victoria to Melbourne flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Victoria to Melbourne
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap Victoria to Melbourne flight. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
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Flying from Victoria
Victoria International Airport (YYJ)
Located around 24 kilometres from central Victoria, YYJ can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Victoria to Melbourne? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near Victoria International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Victoria International Airport, 67.45% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Arriving in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is approximately 19 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 30 minutes.
It usually takes 40 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Victoria to Melbourne, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near MEL:
Travel at your own pace with a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt and venture far and wide through Melbourne and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport about four weeks in advance of your trip.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Avalon Airport (AVV) is about 48 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. Following your flight from Victoria to Melbourne, it takes approximately 50 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Public transport will get you there in about 2 hours 5 minutes.
No need to worry about public transport schedules or cab lines. Pick up an Avalon Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Check out the availability and rates from Sixt, Kangaroo Rental and yesaway car hire.
Get first dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from AVV three weeks ahead of time often means lower prices and a wider range of vehicles.
Essendon Airport (MEB)
Make your way into the city centre after your flight from Victoria to Melbourne has arrived. Central Melbourne is around 11 kilometres from Essendon Airport (MEB) and takes roughly 25 minutes to get to by car.
Public transport will get you there in about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Take the guesswork out of the next leg of your trip with an Essendon Airport rental car. East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar are some companies you can book with.
Rental agencies sometimes offer deals on early bookings, so secure your vehicle from MEB a few weeks in advance of your flight from Victoria to Melbourne. A little planning can save you money.
Best time to go to Melbourne
January is the most popular month for flights from Victoria to Melbourne. To travel when it's less crowded, visit Melbourne in April.
Book a Victoria to Melbourne ticket departing in January if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Melbourne to range from 12ºC to 29ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Victoria to Melbourne in July if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC and 13ºC on average.
More about Melbourne
Once you've booked your flight from Victoria to Melbourne, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Melbourne:
Federation Square and National Gallery of Victoria are just a couple of the popular attractions to put on your Melbourne must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Eureka Skydeck 88.
Explore more of Australia
Canberra is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Melbourne. Around 467 kilometres to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in Australia, consider Geelong, about 64 kilometres south-west of Melbourne. Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre are among its highlights.
