Travelling from Burnie Wynyard Airport (BWT) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): what you need to know
On average, direct flights from Burnie Wynyard Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport take 1 hour 16 minutes. Melbourne and Burnie share the same timezone (UTC+11), which means you won't have to adjust your watch once you land.
Every week, there are 41 flights from Burnie Wynyard Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. If you want to jet off as early as possible, pick the 06:30 Rex Regional Express flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last departure from BWT to MEL is 19:15 with Rex Regional Express.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Flying into Melbourne (and then discovering more of Australia!) is a breeze with Qantas. This popular airline runs direct flights from Burnie Wynyard Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport.
Pick a stopover if you prefer to break up your flight from Burnie Wynyard Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. To look at all your options, simply deselect 'Direct flights only.' King Island Airport is a popular stopover on the BWT to MEL route.
When flying domestically within Australia, you don't need a visa or even a passport. However, you'll have to present some form of identity document, such as an ID card or driver's license. As soon as you've found your cheap ticket from BWT to MEL, make sure your ID is valid before you travel.
How to find the cheapest flights from Burnie Wynyard Airport (BWT) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
$159 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Burnie Wynyard Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Return flights start at $319. These prices may change depending on demand.
Book 10 months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap flight tickets from BWT to MEL.
Organise your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Burnie Wynyard Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
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Use filters to tailor your flights from Burnie Wynyard Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Enter your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Handy information about Burnie Wynyard Airport (BWT)
To reach Burnie Wynyard Airport from central Burnie, it takes around 37 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
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Arriving at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Consider booking a hotel close to MEL if you have a late flight from Burnie Wynyard Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne
From Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, Melbourne is approximately 24 kilometres away. It takes around 28 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport takes roughly 42 minutes.
When to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
July is the busiest month for flights from Burnie Wynyard Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Melbourne in April.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your flights from Burnie Wynyard Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BWT to MEL in July. Temperatures average between 4ºC and 13ºC then.
More about Melbourne
If you're looking for somewhere to rest your head, you can find the best stays in Melbourne right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from BWT to MEL:
Federation Square and National Gallery of Victoria are a couple of top attractions to add to your Melbourne must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Eureka Skydeck 88.
Complete your Melbourne trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, discover the lowest prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to get the best car rental price for your Melbourne trip.