Travelling from Inverness Airport (INV) to Melbourne: what you need to know
Melbourne is 11 hours ahead of Inverness, where Inverness Airport is located. Melbourne runs on the UTC+11 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to catch your INV to Melbourne flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Travelling from central Inverness to INV takes about 30 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a hotel near INV? If you're catching an early flight from Inverness Airport to Melbourne, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Inverness Airport, 65.54% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Inverness Airport (INV) to Melbourne
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Inverness Airport to Melbourne flight is RM3,814. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM6,536. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from INV to Melbourne. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, make the most of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when searching for an Inverness Airport to Melbourne ticket.
Save time searching for cheap flights from INV to Melbourne by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Inverness Airport to Melbourne.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The distance from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne is roughly 24 kilometres. It'll take you around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 40 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to MEL if you're coming in on a late flight from Inverness Airport to Melbourne. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt and find adventure across Melbourne and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from INV to Melbourne.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Once your flight from Inverness Airport to Melbourne has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city centre in around 50 minutes by car. Central Melbourne is roughly 56 kilometres from Avalon Airport (AVV).
The journey will take roughly 2 hours 5 minutes on public transport.
Unpack your bags not long after your INV to Melbourne flight at Corio Bay Motel. This comfy accommodation option is a quick drive from AVV.
The fastest way to reach your destination is with an Avalon Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Sixt, Kangaroo Rental or yesaway car hire and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Avoid potential price surges. Reserving your ride three weeks before your arrival at AVV can land you a better rate.
Essendon Airport (MEB)
Essendon Airport (MEB) is about 19 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. It'll take you about 25 minutes to reach the city centre by ride-share or taxi once you've hopped off your flight from Inverness Airport to Melbourne.
If you go by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
If you don't want to make your way to the centre, head for a hotel close to MEB. Check in to one of these stays after your INV to Melbourne flight:
Begin your travels without stressing over how to reach your next stop with an Essendon Airport rental car. You can book a set of wheels from trusted suppliers here like East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar.
Booking at least a few weeks in advance of your flight from Inverness Airport to Melbourne is a smart way to go. Along with more affordable prices, you'll get a better selection of vehicle makes and models at MEB.
Best time to go to Melbourne
Carefully consider your travel dates before booking your flight from Inverness Airport to Melbourne. The city comes alive during high season, but prices are generally higher and attractions can get crowded. Visit Melbourne in the low season if you like a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your Inverness Airport to Melbourne plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
July has average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from INV 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 most popular stays in Melbourne right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Inverness Airport to Melbourne:
National Gallery of Victoria and Federation Square are just the start of the popular attractions to add to your Melbourne must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Eureka Skydeck 88.
Explore more of Australia
Melbourne is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Australia you should also see. Around 467 kilometres north-east of Melbourne, a visit to Canberra will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Australia, head for Launceston, about 451 kilometres south-east of Melbourne. City Park, Tamar Island Wetlands and James Boag Brewery Experience are key reasons to visit.
