Travelling from Melbourne to King Island Airport (KNS): What you need to know
Choose from 7 direct weekly services between Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) and King Island Airport (KNS). This is the most popular route when departing from Melbourne.
Your flight from Melbourne to KNS won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Peak season means busier airports, so plan to arrive even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stay on schedule.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Melbourne to King Island Airport (KNS) leave from this terminal.
When taking off from MEL, you can take a direct flight from Melbourne to King Island Airport with Rex Regional Express.
Rex Regional Express is the most frequently booked airline offering flights from MEL to KNS.
The carrier with the best punctuality score on this route is Rex Regional Express. Its services arrive as planned 72.88% of the time.
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 traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 40 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Melbourne to King Island Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
You can get to AVV from central Melbourne in about 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport takes roughly 2 hours 5 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
Kick back before your Melbourne to KNS flight at a hotel close to Avalon Airport. Corio Bay Motel is one option where you can roll out of bed and get to the airport with time to spare.
Most flights that leave Avalon Airport arrive at their destination right on cue. It maintains a high on-time performance rate of 80.09%.
Essendon Airport (MEB)
Board once and be on your way from Essendon Airport (MEB). Direct flights from Melbourne to King Island Airport can be booked from here.
Fly out of MEB with Sharp Airlines. This reputable carrier offers direct Melbourne to KNS plane tickets.
The majority of travellers choose to book seats with Sharp Airlines from MEB to KNS.
MEB is roughly 19 kilometres from central Melbourne. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 25 minutes. If you're thinking about using public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Stay in bed a little longer and still make your Melbourne to King Island Airport flight without having to rush. These accommodation options near Essendon Airport make departure day a breeze if you're jetting off early:
About King Island Airport (KNS)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Melbourne to King Island Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near KNS instead:
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to King Island Airport (KNS)
116 € is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to King Island Airport. Return flights start at 230 €. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Melbourne to KNS if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
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