Travelling from Queenstown Airport (ZQN) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): what you need to know
3 hours 32 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Queenstown Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Melbourne is 2 hours behind Queenstown and operates on the UTC+11 timezone.
You can choose from 28 weekly flights from Queenstown Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. The 05:20 departure with Jetstar is the earliest flight you can take from ZQN to MEL. Jetstar operates the latest service of the day at 20:40 if you're not into early starts.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
A range of airlines provide direct flights from Queenstown Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, so getting to Melbourne (and then exploring more of Australia!) is easy. Top carriers that fly between ZQN and MEL include:
Before booking your cheap ticket from ZQN to MEL, check if you need a visa to enter Australia. Travel document and visa requirements can vary and are updated often. To get the most up-to-date information, contact the nearest embassy or consulate of the country you're flying to.
How to find the cheapest flights from Queenstown Airport (ZQN) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Queenstown Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is $168. The cheapest price for a return flight is $445. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Book 4 months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure flight tickets from ZQN to MEL.
The cheapest month for tickets from Queenstown Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is December. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Queenstown Airport (ZQN)
Located around 8 kilometres from central Queenstown, Queenstown Airport can be reached in approximately 13 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey by public transport is roughly 21 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to ZQN? If you're on an early flight from Queenstown Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Queenstown Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near MEL instead:
Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is approximately 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 28 minutes.
It typically takes 42 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The quietest month for a flight from Queenstown Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Melbourne based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Queenstown Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport for January if you want to explore Melbourne during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12 ºC and 29 ºC.
July has average temperatures of between 4 ºC and 13 ºC. Look for flight tickets from ZQN to MEL sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Melbourne
Start your Melbourne trip right by finding an amazing stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from ZQN to MEL, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Federation Square, National Gallery of Victoria and Eureka Skydeck 88 are highlights which should feature on any well-planned Melbourne itinerary.
Complete your Melbourne trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, check out the lowest prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one place to find the best car rental price for your Melbourne trip.