Travelling from Melbourne to Inverness Airport (INV): What you need to know
Inverness is 11 hours behind Melbourne. Inverness Airport is located in Inverness, which runs on the UTC+0 timezone.
Your flight from Melbourne to INV won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as December and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Travelling from central Melbourne to MEL takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Melbourne to Inverness Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
68% of flights that leave from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport land at their destination on time.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
AVV is about 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. It'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not spend an extra night away at a hotel near Avalon Airport? Before your Melbourne to INV flight, drop your bags at Corio Bay Motel.
Flights from Avalon Airport have a reputation for punctuality, with 80% of them landing within the expected time frame.
About Inverness Airport (INV)
Book a hotel close to INV if you have a late flight from Melbourne to Inverness Airport. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a Inverness Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Keddy By Europcar, Budget or Europcar and see more of Inverness and beyond.
Booking your ride around one week in advance of your Melbourne to Inverness Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from Inverness Airport (INV) to central Inverness
Central Inverness is around 13 kilometres from Inverness Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. Work out your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
It takes roughly 30 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Inverness Airport (INV)
Right now, 689 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Inverness Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 1.361 €. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Melbourne to INV. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Melbourne to Inverness Airport tickets throughout the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Inverness Airport (INV)
April is the most popular month for flights from Melbourne to Inverness Airport (INV). Plan your visit to Inverness in September if you prefer a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Inverness is July, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Lock in your Melbourne to INV plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Melbourne to Inverness Airport in January when temperatures are between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Inverness
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Inverness right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Melbourne to Inverness Airport:
Your Inverness trip won't be complete without checking out the sights. Major attractions worth exploring include The Highland Military Tattoo, NC500 Route start/finish and Lochness-tours.com.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
You've visited Inverness, now it's time to discover more of the United Kingdom. Journey around 193 kilometres south to Glasgow to check off its leading sights. From West End to Glasgow Cathedral and King's Theatre, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 177 kilometres south of Inverness, Edinburgh is another favourite stop in the United Kingdom. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle and Castle Rock.
