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Flight deals from Melbourne Tullamarine to Wollongong

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Wollongong.$590 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Jul, returning Mon, 14 Jul.Return flight with Link Airways.Outbound direct flight with Link Airways departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 11 Jul, arriving in Wollongong.Inbound direct flight with Link Airways departs from Wollongong on Mon, 14 Jul, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $590, select.
Wollongong.$590 per passenger.Departing Fri, 13 Jun, returning Sun, 22 Jun.Return flight with Link Airways.Outbound direct flight with Link Airways departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 13 Jun, arriving in Wollongong.Inbound direct flight with Link Airways departs from Wollongong on Sun, 22 Jun, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $590, select.
Wollongong.$590 per passenger.Departing Sun, 26 Oct, returning Fri, 31 Oct.Return flight with Link Airways.Outbound direct flight with Link Airways departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 26 Oct, arriving in Wollongong.Inbound direct flight with Link Airways departs from Wollongong on Fri, 31 Oct, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $590, select.
Wollongong.$591 per passenger.Departing Fri, 12 Sep, returning Fri, 19 Sep.Return flight with Link Airways.Outbound direct flight with Link Airways departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 12 Sep, arriving in Wollongong.Inbound direct flight with Link Airways departs from Wollongong on Fri, 19 Sep, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $591, select.
Wollongong.$591 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 May, returning Mon, 2 Jun.Return flight with Link Airways.Outbound direct flight with Link Airways departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Thu, 29 May, arriving in Wollongong.Inbound direct flight with Link Airways departs from Wollongong on Mon, 2 Jun, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $591, select.
Wollongong.$591 per passenger.Departing Fri, 16 May, returning Sun, 18 May.Return flight with Link Airways.Outbound direct flight with Link Airways departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 16 May, arriving in Wollongong.Inbound direct flight with Link Airways departs from Wollongong on Sun, 18 May, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $591, select.
Wollongong.$595 per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Jun, returning Thu, 3 Jul.Return flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 30 Jun, arriving in Wollongong.Inbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Wollongong on Thu, 3 Jul, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $595, select.
Wollongong.$596 per passenger.Departing Thu, 14 Aug, returning Sun, 17 Aug.Return flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Thu, 14 Aug, arriving in Wollongong.Inbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Wollongong on Sun, 17 Aug, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $596, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine to Wollongong

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Melbourne Tullamarine to Wollongong flights are currently cheapest in June.
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Direct flights from Melbourne Tullamarine to Wollongong

Melbourne Tullamarine to Wollongong: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Melbourne Tullamarine to Wollongong below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Wollongong.

Melbourne to Wollongong: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$590
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time1 hr, 35 mins
Most popular airlineLink Airways
Average flights per week8

Finding cheap flights from Melbourne Tullamarine to Wollongong: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Melbourne Tullamarine to Wollongong is $590. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 35 minutes is the average flight time from Melbourne Tullamarine to Wollongong.
Link Airways and Virgin Australia fly direct from Melbourne Tullamarine to Wollongong.
As of April 2025, there are 8 flights per week flying from Melbourne Tullamarine to Wollongong.
The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine to Wollongong is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Wollongong Airport on Friday, 11 July 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 35 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Wollongong but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Wollongong is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Link Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Wollongong.

Flying from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Illawara Airport (WOL): what you need to know

  • Around 1 hour 35 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Illawara Airport.

  • Take your pick of 18 weekly Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Illawara Airport flights. The 13:40 departure with Fly Corporate is the earliest flight available. Fly Corporate operates the latest service of the day at 17:10.

  • Leave enough time to make your MEL to WOL flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Travelling during a peak month such as January? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Fly Corporate is your gateway to exploring Wollongong (and maybe even some other great corners of Australia!). Browse the direct flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Illawara Airport offered by this popular carrier.

  • Most travellers choose to fly with Fly Corporate on this route.

How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Illawara Airport (WOL)

  • $289 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Illawara Airport flight. Return flights start at $590. These prices may change based on availability and demand.

  • Book nine months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from MEL to WOL.

  • August is the cheapest month for flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Illawara Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.

  • You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from MEL to WOL.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Illawara Airport.

Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • When it comes to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport's on-time performance, data shows 67.71% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.

  • To get to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport from central Melbourne, it takes around 30 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The trip when using public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.

  • Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near MEL. Whether you've booked an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Illawara Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:

Arriving at Illawara Airport (WOL)

  • Consider staying in a hotel close to WOL if you're on a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Illawara Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:

  • Travel where the road takes you with an Illawara Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz to explore parts of Wollongong that don't always get the spotlight.

  • Book your vehicle from Illawara Airport several weeks before your departure to get the lowest price. If you're going away during a busy period, it's wise to book even earlier.

Getting from Illawara Airport (WOL) to central Wollongong

  • Illawara Airport to the centre of Wollongong has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.

  • It takes roughly 45 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.

When to fly to Illawara Airport (WOL)

  • December is the most popular month for flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Illawara Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Wollongong in May.

  • When booking your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Illawara Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Wollongong, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).

  • July sees average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MEL to WOL sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Australia

  • You've done Wollongong, now it's time to explore more of Australia. Travel about 72 kilometres north-east to Sydney to tick off its top attractions. From Sydney Opera House to Sydney Harbour Bridge and Bondi Beach, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • If you're eager to discover another major stop in Australia, consider Canberra, roughly 193 kilometres south-west of Wollongong. Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House are among its highlights.

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