Flying from Victoria International Airport (YYJ) to Melbourne: what you need to know
Victoria International Airport is located in Victoria. Based in the UTC+11 timezone, Melbourne is 18 hours ahead of Victoria.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your YYJ to Melbourne flight.
Traveling during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
The journey from central Victoria to YYJ takes around 1 hour 25 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 24 kilometers in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near YYJ. Whether you have an early flight from Victoria International Airport to Melbourne or just don't like being rushed, these hotels put convenience first:
When it comes to Victoria International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 67.45% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Victoria International Airport (YYJ) to Melbourne
The best price we've found for a one-way Victoria International Airport to Melbourne flight is $749. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,359. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from YYJ to Melbourne if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
Scoring cheap tickets from Victoria International Airport to Melbourne is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to get the best prices throughout the month and pick up a fantastic deal.
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Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to the center of Melbourne takes about 30 minutes by car. The center is roughly 24 kilometers away.
Traveling to the center by public transport takes around 40 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Victoria International Airport to Melbourne, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near MEL:
Hit the road running by picking up a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt and experience the lesser-explored corners of Melbourne and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from YYJ to Melbourne.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Central Melbourne is around 56 kilometers from Avalon Airport (AVV). After your flight from Victoria International Airport to Melbourne has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 50 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 2 hours 5 minutes.
Corio Bay Motel is one accommodation option within an easy drive of AVV. Check in here after your YYJ to Melbourne flight and then hang the 'Do not disturb' sign to enjoy some uninterrupted rest.
Forget about public transport schedules or waiting forever for a cab. Pick up an Avalon Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Compare offers from Sixt, Kangaroo Rental and yesaway car rental.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Securing your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at AVV can get you a lower rate.
Essendon Airport (MEB)
Step off your flight from Victoria International Airport to Melbourne and go straight to your hotel or jump right into exploring. The center of Melbourne is around 19 kilometers from Essendon Airport (MEB) and typically takes 25 minutes to reach by car.
Public transport will take you there in around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Stay at a hotel close to MEB and go from the runway to resting in a snap. Whether you're coming in on a late YYJ to Melbourne flight or just want to simplify your travel plans, these accommodation options offer convenience when you need it most:
Start your trip without worrying about how to arrive at your destination with an Essendon Airport rental car. Book your wheels with trusted suppliers here like East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar.
Rental agencies sometimes offer promotions for early bookings, so reserve your ride from MEB ahead of your flight from Victoria International Airport to Melbourne. A bit of planning goes a long way in savings.
Best time to go to Melbourne
Plan your trip to Melbourne in high season if you prefer a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book flights from Victoria International Airport to Melbourne in the low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Lock in a Victoria International Airport to Melbourne flight ticket with a departure in January if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from YYJ to Melbourne around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Melbourne
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Melbourne right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Victoria International Airport to Melbourne:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. National Gallery of Victoria, Federation Square and Eureka Skydeck 88 are attractions you won't want to skip in Melbourne.
Explore more of Australia
Canberra is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be discovered after you've seen Melbourne. Around 467 kilometers away to the north-east, its top attractions include Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
Launceston is another essential stop in Australia and is around 451 kilometers south-east of Melbourne. No trip is complete without seeing City Park, Tamar Island Wetlands and James Boag Brewery Experience.