Flying from Melbourne to Burnie Wynyard Airport (BWT): What you need to know
Begin your trip planning by checking out the best departure point for your flight from Melbourne to Burnie Wynyard Airport (BWT). Explore the options for leaving from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) or Avalon Airport (AVV), the city's main airports.
The average length of a direct Melbourne to Burnie Wynyard Airport flight is 1 hour 10 minutes.
Burnie's timezone is UTC+11, which is the same as Melbourne. Burnie Wynyard Airport is located in Burnie.
The busiest route is from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Burnie Wynyard Airport (BWT), with 22 direct services every week. If you want to be on your way right away, the earliest flight from MEL to BWT is the 8:15am Qantas service. If a later flight fits your day better, the final departure is at 7:15pm with Rex Regional Express.
To ensure you catch your flight from Melbourne to BWT, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
If you're heading away during a major holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Fly without interruptions from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). Direct flights from Melbourne to Burnie Wynyard Airport (BWT) can be booked from here.
You can travel on a direct flight from Melbourne to Burnie Wynyard Airport with Rex Regional Express. This popular carrier operates departures from MEL.
Rex Regional Express ranks first in bookings for flights from MEL to BWT.
Among carriers on this route, Qantas has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
MEL is around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 40 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Melbourne to Burnie Wynyard Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Of the flights that depart from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% land on time at their destination.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
AVV is around 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. It takes 50 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 2 hours 5 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not spend another night away at a hotel close to Avalon Airport? Before your Melbourne to BWT flight, lay your head at Corio Bay Motel.
Avalon Airport has a strong track record for reliability and timeliness. 80.09% of flights leaving here make it to their final destination as planned.
About Burnie Wynyard Airport (BWT)
Consider booking a hotel close to BWT if you're catching a late flight from Melbourne to Burnie Wynyard Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and end the night sooner:
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Burnie Wynyard Airport (BWT)
121 € is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Burnie Wynyard Airport. A return flight starts at 230 €. These fares can change depending on availability.
To find cheap flights from Melbourne to BWT, book early. Airlines generally offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Burnie Wynyard Airport (BWT)
May is the quietest month for flights from Melbourne to Burnie Wynyard Airport (BWT), while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Burnie based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
When booking your Melbourne to BWT plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. January is the warmest month in Burnie, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 21ºC (70ºF).
August has temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Burnie Wynyard Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Burnie
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Burnie right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Melbourne to Burnie Wynyard Airport:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be difficult to know where to begin. Penguin Observation Centre, Cooee Beach and Emu Valley Rhododendron Garden are popular attractions which should feature on every Burnie itinerary.
Explore more of Australia
Hobart is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be discovered once you've seen Burnie. Around 241 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Museum of Old and New Art, Wineglass Bay Day Tours and World Heritage Area.
Launceston is another essential stop in Australia and is around 129 kilometres south-east of Burnie. No trip is complete without seeing Tasmanian Wine & Cheese Tours, Kings Park and Cataract Gorge Scenic Chairlift.