Flying from Melbourne to Tauranga City Airport (TRG): what you need to know
Melbourne's main base, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Melbourne to Tauranga City Airport (TRG).
Tauranga City Airport is located in Tauranga. The city operates in the UTC+13 timezone and is 2 hours ahead of Melbourne.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Melbourne to TRG. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and possibly even tour another city. When browsing flights from Melbourne to TRG departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Auckland Airport (AKL)
Wellington International Airport (WLG)
Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
The distance from central Melbourne to MEL is around 24 kilometres. Check out travel apps like Google Maps for the best way to get there, whether you plan to drive or take public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Melbourne to Tauranga City Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
About Tauranga City Airport (TRG)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Melbourne to Tauranga City Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near TRG:
Getting from Tauranga City Airport (TRG) to central Tauranga
Tauranga City Airport is approximately 6 kilometres from central Tauranga. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 10 minutes.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 27 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Tauranga City Airport (TRG)
Book a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Tauranga City Airport from $350 or travel return from just $688. The prices shown are based on availability and could change when you book.
We recommend booking as soon as you can to secure flight tickets from Melbourne to TRG. You're more likely to snag a great deal and have a wider choice of departure times and travel dates.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across the month when searching for your ticket from Melbourne to Tauranga City Airport.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Tauranga City Airport (TRG)
It's time to figure out your trip dates for your flight from Melbourne to Tauranga City Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Tauranga. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Tauranga is January, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 23ºC. Lock in your flights from Melbourne to TRG in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Melbourne to Tauranga City Airport in July when temperatures average between 6ºC and 13ºC.
More about Tauranga
Start your Tauranga trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Tauranga City Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Mount Maunganui Watertower, Tauranga Waterfront and The Elms are highlights which should feature on every Tauranga itinerary.
Complete your Tauranga trip with a car rental
After you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Melbourne to Tauranga City Airport, the next task is choosing one of our car rentals in Tauranga. Explore the deals and instantly compare your options on price, pick-up convenience, fuel policies, and more.