Traveling from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Melbourne: what you need to know
Melbourne is 19 hours ahead of Portland, where Portland International Airport is located. Melbourne runs on the UTC+11 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your PDX to Melbourne flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper plane ticket from PDX to Melbourne. All you need to do is uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Located around 10 kilometers from central Portland, PDX can be reached in about 20 minutes by car. The journey on public transport will take roughly 40 minutes.
Searching for a hotel close to PDX? If you've booked an early flight from Portland International Airport to Melbourne, these stays set you up for a seamless send-off:
Portland International Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 83% of flights that depart PDX arrive at their destination without delay.
You'll find PDX at 7000 NE Airport Way.
How to find the cheapest flights from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Melbourne
$540 is currently the best price for a one-way Portland International Airport to Melbourne flight. Return plane tickets start at $1,095. These prices may change based on availability.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from PDX to Melbourne if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for a Portland International Airport to Melbourne ticket.
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Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The distance from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne is roughly 24 kilometers. It'll take you about 25 minutes to get to the center driving.
When traveling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Portland International Airport to Melbourne. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MEL instead:
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from PDX to Melbourne.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
The center of Melbourne is located around 56 kilometers from Avalon Airport (AVV). Once your flight from Portland International Airport to Melbourne has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
The journey will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport.
Corio Bay Motel is a comfortable accommodation option within a short drive of AVV. Settle in here after your PDX to Melbourne flight and then put up the 'Do not disturb' sign to get some rest.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from AVV three weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.
Essendon Airport (MEB)
Once your flight from Portland International Airport to Melbourne has arrived, the city center is likely your next destination. Essendon Airport (MEB) is around 11 kilometers from central Melbourne.
Enjoy an unhurried start to your break by staying at a hotel near MEB after your PDX to Melbourne flight. Take a load off after a long travel day or simply give yourself time to get your bearings in a new city at:
Rental providers sometimes offer deals on early bookings, so secure your vehicle from MEB well ahead of your flight from Portland International Airport to Melbourne. A bit of planning goes a long way in savings.
Best time to go to Melbourne
July is the busiest month for flights from Portland International Airport to Melbourne. To steer clear of the crowds, plan your trip to Melbourne in December.
When booking your Portland International Airport to Melbourne plane ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. January is the warmest month in Melbourne, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between 3ºC (37ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from PDX to Melbourne around that time if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
More about Melbourne
Start your Melbourne trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Portland International Airport to Melbourne, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Melbourne's Gardens, Flinders Street Railway Station and Melbourne Park are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned Melbourne itinerary.
Explore more of Australia
Canberra is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be explored after you've experienced Melbourne. Around 467 kilometers away to the northeast, well-known attractions include National Gallery of Australia, National Portrait Gallery and Museum of Australian Democracy.
Around 451 kilometers southeast of Melbourne, Launceston is another essential stop in Australia. Start your sightseeing at Cataract Gorge Scenic Chairlift, Queen Victoria Museum at Inveresk and Hollybank Mountain Bike Park.