Flying from Melbourne to Ivalo Airport (IVL): What you need to know
The timezone in Ivalo is UTC+2, which is nine hours behind Melbourne. Ivalo Airport is located in Ivalo.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to board your flight from Melbourne to IVL.
During popular months such as December, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
MEL is about 24 kilometers from central Melbourne. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Melbourne to Ivalo Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by staying at one of these stays close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
68% of flights that leave from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport reach their destination on time.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
You can reach AVV from central Melbourne in approximately 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to travel the 56 kilometers or so.
You're going on vacation, so why not book an extra night away at a hotel near Avalon Airport? Before your Melbourne to IVL flight, check yourself in to Corio Bay Motel.
Flights from Avalon Airport are known for their punctuality, with 80% of them arriving within the expected time frame.
About Ivalo Airport (IVL)
Consider booking a hotel near IVL if you're catching a late flight from Melbourne to Ivalo Airport. Select one of these options and be in bed in no time flat:
Pick up a Ivalo Airport rental car and discover Ivalo and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Keddy By Europcar and Europcar are leading providers to choose from here.
To get the best deal, book your ride around three weeks ahead of your Melbourne to Ivalo Airport flight.
Getting from Ivalo Airport (IVL) to central Ivalo
Ivalo Airport is around 11 kilometers from the center of Ivalo. It takes around 10 minutes or so to drive to the city.
Traveling on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Ivalo Airport (IVL)
Currently, $662 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Ivalo Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $2,579. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Melbourne to IVL if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Ivalo Airport (IVL)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Melbourne to Ivalo Airport (IVL). February is the busiest month to visit Ivalo. If you like your getaways a little more chill, think about going in September.
The warmest month in Ivalo is July, with temperatures ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Book your Melbourne to IVL plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Look for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Ivalo Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -5ºC (23ºF).
More about Ivalo
After booking your flight from Melbourne to Ivalo Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Ivalo:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Koirapuisto, Näverniemen Lomakylä and Alko Ivalo are leading attractions which should feature on any good Ivalo itinerary.
Explore more of Finland
Ivalo is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Finland you should also see. Around 241 kilometers south of Ivalo, a visit to Rovaniemi will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Santa Claus Village - Christmas House, Santa Claus Village and Christmas Reindeer.
If there's time to check out another side of Finland, consider Kemijärvi, roughly 209 kilometers south of Ivalo. Pöyliövaara nature trail, Havumetsän Huskyt and Kemijarven Kirkko are highlights.
