Traveling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Parkes Airport (PKE): what you need to know
Leave enough time to catch your MEL to PKE flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Break up your flight or take a detour to a new city with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Parkes Airport. Many passengers pass through Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport when flying between MEL and PKE.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Parkes Airport (PKE)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Parkes Airport flight is $237. A return plane ticket is currently $486. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from MEL to PKE, book early. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Parkes Airport across the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from MEL to PKE.
Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Parkes Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Melbourne to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is around 24 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 40 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Parkes Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to MEL:
Arriving at Parkes Airport (PKE)
Touching down on a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Parkes Airport flight? Grab your bags and head directly to the comfort of a nearby hotel. Two great choices close to PKE are Apartment Bali Style With Pool and Fire Pits and Contractor's Heaven and Entertainer.
Travel at your own pace with a Parkes Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz, Sixt or Thrifty and venture far and wide through Parkes and beyond.
Boost your chances of scoring the best possible rate by booking as early as you can. Reserving your ride from Parkes Airport at least a few weeks ahead is a smart idea.
Getting from Parkes Airport (PKE) to central Parkes
From Parkes Airport, Parkes is approximately 14 kilometers away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the center by car.
When to fly to Parkes Airport (PKE)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Parkes Airport. March is the most popular month to visit Parkes. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Parkes is January, with the temperature ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Lock in your flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Parkes Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from MEL to PKE in July if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 3ºC (37ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF) on average.
Explore more of Australia
Parkes has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Australia just waiting to be explored. Around 290 kilometers east of Parkes, a trip to Sydney will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge and Bondi Beach.
Canberra is another must-experience destination in Australia and is around 257 kilometers south of Parkes. No journey is complete without dropping by Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
