Travelling from Perth Airport (PER) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Perth Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is 3 hours 35 minutes.
The timezone in Melbourne is UTC+11, which is three hours ahead of Perth.
Every week, there are 330 Perth Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flights. If you want to get going as early as possible, go for the 00:45 Jetstar flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 23:55 with Rex Regional Express.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your PER to MEL flight.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
With direct flights from Perth Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport operated by a number of airlines, flying to Melbourne (and then other corners of Australia) is a breeze. Here's who you can travel nonstop with:
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Jetstar.
With 74.45% of services landing as planned, Virgin Australia Regional is the most punctual carrier offering PER to MEL flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Perth Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between PER and MEL:
Adelaide Airport
Launceston Airport
Canberra Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Perth Airport (PER) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Right now, Rs36,625 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Perth Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs73,930. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from PER to MEL by booking at least ten months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Organise your trip for September. That's the cheapest month for flights from Perth Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.
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Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Perth Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport.
Handy information about Perth Airport (PER)
Of all flights departing from Perth Airport, 73.04% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Perth to Perth Airport is approximately 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a journey time of around 30 minutes when using public transport.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near PER. Whether you're catching an early flight from Perth Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Perth Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near MEL instead:
Pick up a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car and explore Melbourne and beyond with your own set of wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast and Sixt are leading providers to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around four weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne
From Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, Melbourne is approximately 24 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It'll take around 40 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
January is the busiest month for flights from Perth Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Melbourne in April.
Book your flight from Perth Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport for January if you want to explore Melbourne during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC and 29ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from PER to MEL in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC and 13ºC on average.
Explore more of Australia
Canberra is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be discovered 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.
Geelong is another must-experience destination in Australia and is around 64 kilometres south-west of Melbourne. No trip is complete without experiencing Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre.
