Traveling from Melbourne to Edmonton International Airport (YEG): What you need to know
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is Melbourne's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Melbourne to Edmonton International Airport (YEG) jetting off from here.
Edmonton International Airport is located in Edmonton. The city follows the UTC-6 timezone and is 17 hours behind Melbourne.
To ensure you get on your flight from Melbourne to YEG, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're heading away during a major holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to explore a new city or just have a break during your trip. When looking for a cheap flight from Melbourne to YEG, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to explore all potential stops. Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is one option when departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).
Traveling from central Melbourne to MEL takes around 40 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 24 kilometers in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Melbourne to Edmonton International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by picking one of these stays near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
When it comes to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport's on-time performance, 67.71% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
You can get to AVV from the center of Melbourne in approximately 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport takes roughly 2 hours 5 minutes to travel the 56 kilometers or so.
It's vacation time, so why not spend an extra night away at a hotel near Avalon Airport? Before your Melbourne to YEG flight, treat yourself to a stay at Corio Bay Motel.
Avalon Airport has a reputation for reliability and timeliness. 80.09% of flights taking off from here arrive right when they're supposed to.
About Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
If you have a late flight from Melbourne to Edmonton International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near YEG:
Travel at your own pace with an Edmonton International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Thrifty, Alamo or Hertz and chase adventure across Edmonton and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around one week ahead of your Melbourne to Edmonton International Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to central Edmonton
Central Edmonton is around 27 kilometers from Edmonton International Airport. Journey times by cab or car rental will vary based on traffic conditions, so do some research before you go.
It'll take around 1 hour 10 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Edmonton International Airport is $630. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,037. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Melbourne to YEG if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Melbourne to Edmonton International Airport tickets across the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
There's no need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a better deal on plane tickets from Melbourne to YEG.
Uncover a great deal on a flight from Melbourne to Edmonton International Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
July is the most popular month for flights from Melbourne to Edmonton International Airport (YEG). Plan your visit to Edmonton in May if you'd rather avoid peak season.
The warmest month in Edmonton is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Lock in your Melbourne to YEG plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
February has temperatures of between -25ºC (-13ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Edmonton International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Edmonton
After booking your flight from Melbourne to Edmonton International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Edmonton:
You'll find plenty of fantastic things to do in Edmonton when you're ready to see the sights. Kick off your itinerary at Rogers Place followed by Citadel Theatre and Muttart Conservatory.
Explore more of Canada
Edmonton has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Canada just waiting to be discovered. About 257 kilometers south of Edmonton, a trip to Calgary will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Stampede park, Calgary Stampede Trailblazer Centre and Calgary Tower.
Red Deer is another must-experience destination in Canada and is around 113 kilometers south of Edmonton. No trip is complete without seeing Michener Gardens, Discovery Canyon and Waskasoo Creek Trail.
