Flying from Emerald Airport (EMD) to Melbourne: what you need to know
Melbourne is one hour ahead of Emerald, where Emerald Airport is located. Melbourne follows the UTC+11 timezone.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably catch your EMD to Melbourne flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
EMD is about 5 kilometres from central Emerald. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions.
Have an early flight from Emerald Airport to Melbourne? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to EMD:
Emerald Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 81.85% of flights that take off from EMD arrive at their destination as scheduled.
How to find the cheapest flights from Emerald Airport (EMD) to Melbourne
195 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Emerald Airport to Melbourne flight. A return plane ticket starts from 385 €. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from EMD to Melbourne. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Landing cheap tickets from Emerald Airport to Melbourne is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' function to access the lowest fares across every month and snap up an epic deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from EMD to Melbourne by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
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Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The distance from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne is roughly 24 kilometres. It'll take you about 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Look into staying at a hotel close to MEL if you have a late flight from Emerald Airport to Melbourne. Settle into one of these options and make arrival day easier:
Travel at your own pace with a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt and find adventure across Melbourne and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from EMD to Melbourne.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Once your flight from Emerald Airport to Melbourne has arrived, you can reach the city centre in about 50 minutes by car. Central Melbourne is roughly 56 kilometres from Avalon Airport (AVV).
The journey will take about 2 hours 5 minutes on public transport.
Corio Bay Motel is a comfortable accommodation option within a short drive of AVV. Unpack your bags here after your EMD to Melbourne flight and then hang the 'Do not disturb' sign to get some rest.
Forget about public transport schedules or waiting in a long cab line. Pick up an Avalon Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Check out the availability and rates from Sixt, Kangaroo Rental and yesaway car hire.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Securing your ride three weeks before your arrival at AVV will help you stay within budget.
Essendon Airport (MEB)
Essendon Airport (MEB) is about 19 kilometres from central Melbourne. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the city centre in a taxi or ride-share once you've hopped off your flight from Emerald Airport to Melbourne.
Public transport can take you there in about 1 hour 15 minutes.
If you don't want to travel into the centre, choose a hotel near MEB. Settle in at one of these stays after your EMD to Melbourne flight:
Take control of the next leg of your trip with an Essendon Airport rental car. East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar are reliable rental providers.
Rental companies sometimes offer deals on early bookings, so reserve your vehicle from MEB a few weeks ahead of your flight from Emerald Airport to Melbourne. A bit of planning goes a long way in savings.
Best time to go to Melbourne
Plan your trip to Melbourne in high season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Emerald Airport to Melbourne in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Book an Emerald Airport to Melbourne plane ticket with a departure in January if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from EMD to Melbourne around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Melbourne
Start your Melbourne trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Emerald Airport to Melbourne, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. National Gallery of Victoria, Federation Square and Eureka Skydeck 88 are highlights which should feature on any good Melbourne itinerary.
Explore more of Australia
Canberra is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be explored after you've experienced Melbourne. Around 467 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
If you want to check out another corner of Australia, consider Launceston, about 451 kilometres south-east of Melbourne. City Park, Tamar Island Wetlands and James Boag Brewery Experience are the start of reasons to visit.