Flying from Albury Airport (ABX) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): what you need to know
Around 1 hour is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Albury Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport.
Albury and Melbourne share the UTC+11 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
Every week, there are nine Albury Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flights. To jet off as early as possible, pick the 06:45 Qantas flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the last flight is at 06:50 with Qantas.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your ABX to MEL flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as April? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Qantas has direct flights from Albury Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Melbourne — and maybe even more of Australia if time allows.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Qantas.
Qantas is the most punctual carrier offering ABX to MEL flights. An exceptional 85.71% of its services on this route land on time.
If you want to explore a new city along the way, look for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Albury Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is a popular stop between ABX and MEL.
How to find the cheapest flights from Albury Airport (ABX) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Currently, $197 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Albury Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $392. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Get cheap tickets from ABX to MEL by booking at least seven months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Organise your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Albury Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from ABX to MEL by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Albury Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Albury Airport (ABX)
Of all flights departing from Albury Airport, 73.37% land on schedule at their destination.
To get to Albury Airport from central Albury, it'll take about 10 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to ABX? If you're catching an early flight from Albury Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on an Albury Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MEL instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt and discover more of Melbourne and beyond.
Booking your ride from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport about four weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is approximately 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
It takes roughly 40 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Albury Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. January is the most popular month to visit Melbourne. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Albury Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Melbourne, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from ABX to MEL in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) on average.
Explore more of Australia
Canberra is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Melbourne. Around 467 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
If you're eager to discover another corner of Australia, head for Geelong, about 64 kilometres south-west of Melbourne. Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre are the start of reasons to visit.
