Flying from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Invercargill Airport (IVC): what you need to know
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your MEL to IVC flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Flying during a peak time like January? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Invercargill Airport. These are the top stopovers between MEL and IVC:
Christchurch International Airport
Wellington International Airport
Auckland Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Invercargill Airport (IVC)
Right now, Rs72,115 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Invercargill Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs161,038. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
To find cheap tickets from MEL to IVC, book in advance. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Invercargill Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across every month and bag a great deal.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from MEL to IVC.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Invercargill Airport.
Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, data shows 67.71% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To reach Melbourne Tullamarine Airport from central Melbourne, it'll take about 30 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 40 minutes.
Have an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Invercargill Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to MEL:
Arriving at Invercargill Airport (IVC)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Invercargill Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near IVC instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up an Invercargill Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Ezi, GO Rentals or Thrifty to explore Invercargill and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Invercargill Airport around two weeks before you travel.
Getting from Invercargill Airport (IVC) to central Invercargill
Invercargill Airport to central Invercargill has a drive time of around 10 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
When to fly to Invercargill Airport (IVC)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Invercargill Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Invercargill. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
Book your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Invercargill Airport for January if you want to go to Invercargill during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 8ºC and 22ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MEL to IVC in July. Temperatures average between 3ºC and 10ºC then.
Explore more of New Zealand
You've seen Invercargill, now it's time to explore more of New Zealand. Travel around 451 kilometres north-east to Christchurch to tick off its popular sights. From Little River Rail Station to The Monument Track (North) and Phytofarm Herbal Learning Garden, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Dunedin is another essential stop in New Zealand and is around 177 kilometres east of Invercargill. No journey is complete without dropping by Larnach Castle, Otago Peninsula Museum and Historical Society and Cadbury World.
