Flying from Melbourne to Orange Airport (OAG): what you need to know
Start your journey at one of Melbourne's main airports, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) or Avalon Airport (AVV). Check out your options for booking a flight from Melbourne to Orange Airport (OAG) jetting off from either of these.
The average time for a direct flight from Melbourne to Orange Airport is 1 hour 35 minutes.
Orange (where Orange Airport is located) and Melbourne share the UTC+11 timezone. You'll have no time difference to factor in for your trip.
The most popular route is from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Orange Airport (OAG), with 7 direct weekly services. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from MEL to OAG is the 08:00 Link Airways option. If you prefer to travel later, the final departure is at 13:25 with Link Airways.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to catch your flight from Melbourne to OAG.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
You can take a direct flight from Melbourne to Orange Airport (OAG) out of Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).
Link Airways is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Melbourne to Orange Airport departing from MEL.
From central Melbourne, MEL is around 24 kilometres away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to work out the best way to reach the terminal.
Want a stress-free start to your break? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Melbourne to Orange Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
About Orange Airport (OAG)
Get off your flight from Melbourne to Orange Airport and be snoozing in your hotel bed soon after. If you want a comfortable option a short journey from OAG, make your way to Millthorpe Motel.
Getting from Orange Airport (OAG) to central Orange
Orange Airport to central Orange takes around 17 minutes in a car. It's approximately 14 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Orange Airport (OAG)
Rs51,013 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Orange Airport. Return flights start from Rs94,894. Prices may vary depending on availability at the time of booking.
It's best to book 1 month before your planned departure. Flight price data suggests you're more likely to score cheap tickets from Melbourne to OAG within that timeframe.
The cheapest month for tickets from Melbourne to Orange Airport is October. Use the 'Whole month' search feature to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your departure dates.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Orange Airport (OAG)
July is the most popular month for flights from Melbourne to Orange Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Orange in April when things are quieter.
Lock in your flight from Melbourne to OAG for January if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Orange to range from 14ºC to 30ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Melbourne to Orange Airport in July when temperatures average between 1ºC and 11ºC.
More about Orange
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Orange right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from Melbourne to Orange Airport:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Mount Canobolas, Orange Botanic Gardens and Cook Park are must-visits when exploring Orange.
Complete your Orange trip with a car rental
Grab the keys to one of our car rentals in Orange and see the sights on your own terms. Easily compare prices from trusted providers in one place after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Melbourne to Orange Airport.