Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Taupo Airport (TUO): what you need to know
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your MEL to TUO flight.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Pick a stopover if you prefer to break up your flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see the options for tickets from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Taupo Airport. Auckland Airport is a top stopover on the MEL to TUO route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Taupo Airport (TUO)
Right now, RM1,552 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Taupo Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is RM1,680. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MEL to TUO if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Taupo Airport across every month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Tailor your flights with filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Taupo Airport.
Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Of the flights that depart from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% touch down on time at their destination.
To get to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport from central Melbourne, it takes around 30 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 40 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Taupo Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels near MEL:
Arriving at Taupo Airport (TUO)
If you have a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Taupo Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near TUO:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Taupo Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Ezi, Thrifty or Avis and experience the lesser-explored corners of Taupo and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Taupo Airport about two weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Taupo Airport (TUO) to central Taupo
Taupo Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from the centre of Taupo. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
When to fly to Taupo Airport (TUO)
July is the busiest month for flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Taupo Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Taupo in February.
The warmest month in Taupo is January, with the temperature ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Lock in your flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Taupo Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MEL to TUO in July. Temperatures average between 1ºC (34ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) then.
Explore more of New Zealand
You've visited Taupo, now it's time to discover other parts of New Zealand. Travel about 241 kilometres north-west to Auckland to check off its top attractions. From Sky Tower to Auckland Museum Atrium and Auckland War Memorial Museum, your itinerary will be busy.
Wellington is another essential stop in New Zealand and is around 306 kilometres south of Taupo. No journey is complete without a visit to Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa), Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car.
