Traveling from Melbourne to Hawke's Bay Airport (NPE): What you need to know
Hawke's Bay Airport is located in Napier-Hastings. The city operates on the UTC+13 timezone and is two hours ahead of Melbourne.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Melbourne to NPE. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Flying during a popular month such as December? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
We make it a piece of cake to find cheap flights from Melbourne to NPE with a stopover. To explore your options leaving from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between MEL and NPE include:
Auckland Airport (AKL)
Christchurch Airport (CHC)
Wellington International Airport (WLG)
Traveling from central Melbourne to MEL takes around 35 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 24 kilometers in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Melbourne to Hawke's Bay Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by staying at one of these hotels close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
Of the flights that depart from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 68% land on time at their destination.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
AVV is about 56 kilometers from central Melbourne. It'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city center. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
Getting to the airport on time before your Melbourne to NPE flight is easier when you stay close to Avalon Airport. If you have an early departure, Corio Bay Motel will put you in easy range of the airport.
Flights from Avalon Airport have a strong track record for punctuality, with 80% of them arriving as planned.
About Hawke's Bay Airport (NPE)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Melbourne to Hawke's Bay Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near NPE instead:
Pick up a Hawke's Bay Airport rental car and discover Napier-Hastings and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hertz, Ezi and Apex are well-known companies you can book with here.
Booking your ride around four weeks in advance of your Melbourne to Hawke's Bay Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Hawke's Bay Airport (NPE) to central Napier-Hastings
Central Napier-Hastings is around 6 kilometers from Hawke's Bay Airport and takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for heading into the city, whether that's with a cab, car rental or ride-share.
If you're traveling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Hawke's Bay Airport (NPE)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Hawke's Bay Airport is $316. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $493. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Melbourne to NPE. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your Melbourne to Hawke's Bay Airport ticket.
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Filters make it easier to dig up a deal for your flight from Melbourne to Hawke's Bay Airport. Choose the departure times, carriers and stops that work for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to zero in on the cheapest fare fast.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Hawke's Bay Airport (NPE)
January is the quietest month for flights from Melbourne to Hawke's Bay Airport (NPE), while March is the busiest. Find the best time to go to Napier-Hastings based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Melbourne to NPE plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. January is the warmest month in Napier-Hastings, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 23ºC (73ºF).
July has temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Hawke's Bay Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Napier-Hastings
After booking your flight from Melbourne to Hawke's Bay Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Napier-Hastings:
You'll find loads of exciting things to do in Napier-Hastings when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Kick off your exploring at Hawke's Bay Trails followed by Napier Sea Front and Art Deco walk.
Explore more of New Zealand
You've seen Napier-Hastings, now it's time to discover other corners of New Zealand. Travel about 274 kilometers southwest to Wellington to tick off its top attractions. From Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa to Hobbit's Hideaway and Wellington Botanic Gardens, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of New Zealand, head for Hamilton, about 241 kilometers northwest of Napier-Hastings. Hamilton Gardens, St Peter's Cathedral and Hamilton Gardens Guided Tour are key reasons to visit.
