Flying from Newcastle International Airport (NCL) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): what you need to know
Melbourne's timezone is UTC+11, making Melbourne 11 hours ahead of Newcastle.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Get to the airport on time to board your NCL to MEL flight.
During popular months like June, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
Choose a stopover if you'd like to break up your flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see the options for tickets from Newcastle International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Dubai Airport is a top stopover on the NCL to MEL route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Newcastle International Airport (NCL) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
429 € is the best price for a one-way Newcastle International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight. Return flights start from 1.017 €. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from NCL to MEL if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
Getting cheap flights from Newcastle International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across every month and snap up a great deal.
Save time looking for cheap flights from NCL to MEL by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Lock in the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Newcastle International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Newcastle International Airport (NCL)
Of the flights that depart from Newcastle International Airport, 71.29% touch down on time at their destination.
To get to Newcastle International Airport from central Newcastle, it'll take about 15 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
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Arriving at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Consider booking a hotel near MEL if you're catching a late Newcastle International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
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Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is approximately 24 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
It'll take around 40 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The quietest month for a flight from Newcastle International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is April, while January is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Melbourne based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Before locking in your flight from Newcastle International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, think about the type of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Melbourne, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from NCL to MEL in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) on average.
Explore more of Australia
Canberra is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be explored after you've seen Melbourne. Around 467 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
Around 64 kilometres south-west of Melbourne, Geelong is another essential stop in Australia. Start your sightseeing at Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre.