Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Mildura Airport (MQL): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Mildura Airport.
Each week, there are 81 Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Mildura Airport flights. To jet off as early as possible, pick the 08:15 Qantas flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the last departure is at 19:05 with Rex Regional Express.
Leave plenty of time to make your MEL to MQL flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like January? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Qantas offers direct flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Mildura Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Mildura — and maybe even more of Australia if time allows.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Qantas.
The most punctual carrier operating MEL to MQL flights is Rex Regional Express. Its services land as planned 79.87% of the time.
Break up your flight or take a detour to a new city with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Mildura Airport. Many passengers pass through Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Mildura Airport (MQL)
Rs35,886 is currently the best price for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Mildura Airport flight. A return flight starts at Rs71,697. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
To get cheap tickets from MEL to MQL, reserve your journey six months before your planned departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Mildura Airport. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from MEL to MQL by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Mildura Airport.
Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Of the flights that depart from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Melbourne to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is around 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The journey when using public transport will take about 40 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to MEL? If you're boarding an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Mildura Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Mildura Airport (MQL)
If you have a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Mildura Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these accommodation options near MQL:
Pick up a Mildura Airport rental car and discover Mildura and beyond with your own set of wheels. Avis, Sixt and Hertz are top outlets you can book with here.
Book your vehicle from Mildura Airport a few weeks before your trip to get the lowest price possible. If you're travelling during a busy period, it's wise to book even earlier.
Getting from Mildura Airport (MQL) to central Mildura
Mildura Airport is approximately 6 kilometres from the centre of Mildura. The drive time takes about 10 minutes.
It takes around 2 hours 15 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Mildura Airport (MQL)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Mildura Airport. April is the busiest month to visit Mildura. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Mildura Airport for January if you'd like to go to Mildura during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19ºC and 37ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MEL to MQL in July. Temperatures average between 6ºC and 16ºC then.
Explore more of Australia
You've seen Mildura, now it's time to discover other corners of Australia. Travel around 483 kilometres south-east to Melbourne to tick off its popular sights. From Federation Square to National Gallery of Victoria and Eureka Skydeck 88, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 338 kilometres west of Mildura, Adelaide is another essential stop in Australia. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Adelaide Botanic Garden, Glenelg Beach and Adelaide Oval.
