Flying from Melbourne to Coffs Harbour Airport (CFS): What you need to know
Melbourne's main airport is Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). Check out your options for leaving from this terminal when searching for your flights from Melbourne to Coffs Harbour Airport (CFS).
Hop on a direct Melbourne to Coffs Harbour Airport flight and you'll be in the air for around 2 hours.
Coffs Harbour's timezone is UTC+11, which is the same as Melbourne. Coffs Harbour Airport is located in Coffs Harbour.
You can choose from 5 direct services every week between Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) and Coffs Harbour Airport (CFS). This is the busiest route, with Qantas offering a 10:10am departure from MEL to CFS.
Your flight from Melbourne to CFS won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as December and other peak periods. 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)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Melbourne to Coffs Harbour Airport (CFS) depart from this terminal.
Qantas is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Melbourne to Coffs Harbour Airport departing from MEL.
Most passengers choose to fly with Qantas between MEL and CFS.
Among carriers on this route, Qantas has the best track record for timely arrivals.
Located around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 35 minutes.
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When it comes to the on-time performance of Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, data shows 68% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
With public transport, you can travel from central Melbourne to AVV in about 1 hour 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Getting everyone to the airport on time before your Melbourne to CFS flight is easier when you stay close to Avalon Airport. If you have an early departure, Corio Bay Motel gives you a head start on the journey.
Avalon Airport has a solid reputation for punctual service. 80% of flights leaving here make it to their final destination as planned.
About Coffs Harbour Airport (CFS)
If you have a late flight from Melbourne to Coffs Harbour Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near CFS:
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Getting from Coffs Harbour Airport (CFS) to central Coffs Harbour
Coffs Harbour Airport is about 3 kilometres from central Coffs Harbour. How long it takes to get there in a taxi or car hire depends on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Coffs Harbour Airport (CFS)
Rs42,419 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Coffs Harbour Airport. Return flights start at Rs84,512. These fares may change based on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Melbourne to CFS if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Melbourne to Coffs Harbour Airport tickets across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Melbourne to CFS.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Coffs Harbour Airport (CFS)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Melbourne to Coffs Harbour Airport (CFS). December is the busiest month to travel to Coffs Harbour. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, think about going in January.
Lock in a Melbourne to CFS plane ticket departing in January if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Coffs Harbour to range from 19ºC to 29ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Melbourne to Coffs Harbour Airport in July when temperatures are between 9ºC and 19ºC.
More about Coffs Harbour
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Coffs Harbour right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Coffs Harbour Airport:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be tricky to know where to start. Coffs Coast Wildlife Sanctuary, Solitary Islands Marine Park and Sapphire Beach are major attractions which should feature on any good Coffs Harbour itinerary.
Explore more of Australia
You've done Coffs Harbour, now it's time to discover more of Australia. Journey about 257 kilometres north to Gold Coast to tick off its leading sights. From Pacific Airshow to SkyPoint Observation Deck and Pacific Airshow Gold Coast, your itinerary will be busy.
