Flying from Melbourne to Christmas Island Airport (XCH): what you need to know
Christmas Island Airport is located in Christmas Island. The city operates in the UTC+7 timezone and is 4 hours behind Melbourne.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Melbourne to XCH. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
Flying during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
From central Melbourne, MEL is approximately 24 kilometres away. Check the official airport website or use navigation apps to work out the best way to reach the terminal.
Want a convenient hotel close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Melbourne to Christmas Island Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Getting from Christmas Island Airport (XCH) to central Christmas Island
Christmas Island Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Christmas Island. How long it takes to get there by car rental or cab will depend on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Christmas Island Airport (XCH)
For a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Christmas Island Airport, $887 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return flight starting from $1,683. These are the lowest fares right now and may differ depending on availability.
To pick up flight tickets from Melbourne to XCH, book early. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when searching for your ticket from Melbourne to Christmas Island Airport.
Set up a Price Alert and track any changes on this route through email or push notifications. You'll be the first to know when prices fall. Good timing makes all the difference when searching for flight tickets from Melbourne to XCH.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from Melbourne to Christmas Island Airport. Simply select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Christmas Island Airport (XCH)
May is the busiest month to board a flight from Melbourne to Christmas Island Airport while September is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Christmas Island, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in Christmas Island is May, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC and 29ºC. Book your flights from Melbourne to XCH in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Travel in August for cooler conditions. Average temperatures range between 20ºC and 28ºC. However, this destination delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Melbourne to Christmas Island Airport.
More about Christmas Island
Christmas Island National Park and Margaret Knoll Lookout are just the start of the major attractions to put on your Christmas Island travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Wild Papaya.
