Travelling from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): what you need to know
Melbourne is 19 hours ahead of Vancouver and follows the UTC+11 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to make your YVR to MEL flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time such as August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Currently, Rs140,013 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Vancouver International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs254,573. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from YVR to MEL if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport throughout the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from YVR to MEL by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Discover the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Vancouver International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
77% of flights taking off from Vancouver International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Vancouver International Airport is around 13 kilometres from central Vancouver. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near YVR. Whether you've booked an early flight from Vancouver International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
If you're coming in on a late Vancouver International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight, few things beat 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 options near MEL:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt and experience the lesser-explored corners of Melbourne and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport about four weeks before travelling.
Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne
From Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, Melbourne is approximately 24 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. December is the most popular month to head to Melbourne. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in March.
When booking your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Melbourne, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC to 28ºC.
July has average temperatures of between 3ºC and 12ºC. Search for cheap tickets from YVR to MEL sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Australia
You've visited Melbourne, now it's time to discover other corners of Australia. Journey around 467 kilometres north-east to Canberra to tick off its popular sights. From National Gallery of Australia to National Portrait Gallery and Museum of Australian Democracy, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Geelong is another favourite destination in Australia and is around 64 kilometres south-west of Melbourne. No journey is complete without visiting Narana Aboriginal Cultural Centre, Eastern Beach Promenade and Eastern Beach.