Traveling from Esperance Airport (EPR) to Melbourne: what you need to know
Esperance Airport is located in Esperance. Following the UTC+11 timezone, Melbourne is three hours ahead of Esperance.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your EPR to Melbourne flight.
If you're traveling during a public holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
To reach EPR from central Esperance, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. It's roughly 21 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
77.14% of flights that take off from Esperance Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Esperance Airport (EPR) to Melbourne
$359 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Esperance Airport to Melbourne flight. A return flight ticket right now is $676. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from EPR to Melbourne if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
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Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is around 24 kilometers from central Melbourne. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 30 minutes.
Traveling to the center on public transport takes about 40 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Esperance Airport to Melbourne. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MEL instead:
Grab a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car and explore Melbourne and beyond with your own wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast and Sixt are top providers to choose from here.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from EPR to Melbourne.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Once your flight from Esperance Airport to Melbourne has hit the runway, you can reach the city center in around 50 minutes by car. Central Melbourne is roughly 56 kilometers from Avalon Airport (AVV).
If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city center in 2 hours 5 minutes or so.
Corio Bay Motel is a comfortable accommodation option within an easy drive of AVV. Settle in here after your EPR to Melbourne flight and then put up the 'Do not disturb' sign to get some rest.
Sixt, Kangaroo Rental and yesaway car rental make picking up an Avalon Airport rental car easy and quick. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Booking your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at AVV can help you lock in a better rate.
Essendon Airport (MEB)
Step off your flight from Esperance Airport to Melbourne and head straight for your hotel or start sightseeing right away. Central Melbourne is around 19 kilometers from Essendon Airport (MEB) and typically takes 25 minutes to drive there.
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Check in to a hotel close to MEB and go from the runway to resting in a snap. Whether you're coming in on a late EPR to Melbourne flight or just want a stress-free arrival, these stays will have you settling in quickly:
Start your trip without stressing about how to get to your destination with an Essendon Airport rental car. You can book with reliable companies here like East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar.
Rental providers sometimes offer promotions for early bookings, so secure your ride from MEB a few weeks in advance of your flight from Esperance Airport to Melbourne. A bit of planning goes a long way in savings.
Best time to go to Melbourne
Plan your trip to Melbourne in peak season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Esperance Airport to Melbourne in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your Esperance Airport to Melbourne flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from EPR to Melbourne in July when temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF).
More about Melbourne
Start your Melbourne trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Esperance Airport to Melbourne, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
National Gallery of Victoria and Federation Square are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to add to your Melbourne must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Eureka Skydeck 88.
Explore more of Australia
Melbourne will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Australia waiting to be explored. Around 467 kilometers north-east of Melbourne, a visit to Canberra will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in Australia, head for Launceston, roughly 451 kilometers south-east of Melbourne. City Park, Tamar Island Wetlands and James Boag Brewery Experience are among the biggest draws.
