Flying from Toronto to Melbourne: what you need to know
When searching for your flight from Toronto to Melbourne, there's a nice range of airports you can jet off from. Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) are some of Toronto's main options.
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is the primary arrival point in Melbourne.
Melbourne is 15 hours ahead of Toronto and observes the UTC+11 timezone.
Leave enough time to make your Toronto to Melbourne flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Melbourne
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap Toronto to Melbourne flight. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
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Flying from Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Located around 19 kilometres from central Toronto, YYZ can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 50 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Toronto to Melbourne? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to Pearson International Airport:
63.97% of flights departing from Pearson International Airport make it to their destination on time.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
YTZ is about 3 kilometres from central Toronto. It'll take 35 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Toronto to Melbourne, take it easy in one of these hotels near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 62%.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
The journey to YKF from the centre of Toronto is around 4 hours 5 minutes on public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to cover the 80 kilometres or so.
Make taking an early Toronto to Melbourne flight the easiest part of your journey. Stay at one of these hotels close to Region of Waterloo International Airport and get to your gate with plenty of time to spare:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights touch down without delays. At YKF, that figure is 63.64%.
Arriving in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometres away.
It typically takes 40 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Toronto to Melbourne. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MEL instead:
Pick up a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car and discover Melbourne and beyond with your own set of wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast and Sixt are well-known companies to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport about four weeks ahead of your Toronto to Melbourne flight.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
After your flight from Toronto to Melbourne has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in around 50 minutes by car. Central Melbourne is roughly 48 kilometres from Avalon Airport (AVV).
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 2 hours 5 minutes or so.
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or cab lines. Grab an Avalon Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Compare availability and rates from Sixt, Kangaroo Rental and yesaway car hire.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Reserving your ride from AVV three weeks in advance often means better prices and a greater selection of vehicles.
Essendon Airport (MEB)
Essendon Airport (MEB) is around 11 kilometres from central Melbourne. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the city centre by cab or ride-share once you've stepped off your flight from Toronto to Melbourne.
The journey takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes when travelling by public transport.
Begin your travels without worrying about how to reach your destination with an Essendon Airport rental car. You can book with reliable companies here like East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar.
Rental providers sometimes offer deals on early bookings, so reserve your ride from MEB ahead of your flight from Toronto to Melbourne. A bit of planning goes a long way in savings.
Best time to go to Melbourne
April is the quietest month for flights from Toronto to Melbourne, while January is the most popular. Find the best time to go to Melbourne based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your Toronto to Melbourne tickets, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. January is the warmest month in Melbourne, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 29ºC.
July has average temperatures of between 4ºC and 13ºC. Search for cheap flights from Toronto to Melbourne around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Melbourne
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Melbourne right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Toronto to Melbourne:
Federation Square and National Gallery of Victoria are just two of the top attractions to put on your Melbourne itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Eureka Skydeck 88.
Explore more of Australia
You've done Melbourne, now it's time to explore more of Australia. Travel around 467 kilometres north-east to Canberra to check off its top attractions. From Australian War Memorial to National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Geelong is another essential stop in Australia and is around 64 kilometres south-west of Melbourne. No journey is complete without dropping by Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre.