Flying from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): what you need to know
The timezone in Melbourne is UTC+11, which is 18 hours ahead of Vancouver.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your YVR to MEL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Vancouver International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight is $539. A return plane ticket right now is $1,375. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from YVR to MEL if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
Getting cheap flights from Vancouver International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across every month and bag a great deal.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from YVR to MEL.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Vancouver International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport.
Handy information about Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Of the flights that depart from Vancouver International Airport, 71.77% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Vancouver to Vancouver International Airport is approximately 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The trip on public transport usually takes 35 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Vancouver International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near YVR:
Arriving at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
If you're landing on a late Vancouver International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near MEL:
Pick up a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car and discover Melbourne and beyond with your own set of wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast and Sixt are popular outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport about four weeks ahead of your departure.
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 around 40 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The quietest month for a flight from Vancouver International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is April, while January is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Melbourne based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport for January if you want to go to Melbourne during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Search for cheap tickets from YVR to MEL around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Australia
Canberra is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be explored once you've seen Melbourne. Around 467 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
If you're looking to explore another side of Australia, head for Geelong, roughly 64 kilometres south-west of Melbourne. Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre are among its highlights.