Flying from Melbourne to Phoenix: what you need to know
Melbourne's main base, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), is where countless awesome holidays begin. Explore your departure choices from here for your flight from Melbourne to Phoenix.
Hop off the plane at Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX), the major arrival point in Phoenix.
Phoenix is 18 hours behind Melbourne and observes the UTC-7 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to catch your Melbourne to Phoenix flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Phoenix
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap Melbourne to Phoenix flights if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
Finding cheap plane tickets from Melbourne to Phoenix is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across every month and pick up a great deal.
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Flying from Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and maybe even explore another city. When searching for Melbourne to Phoenix flights leaving from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL)
MEL is about 19 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 40 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Melbourne to Phoenix, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Of all flights leaving Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% arrive on time at their destination.
Arriving in Phoenix
Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF)
Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF) is approximately 24 kilometres from the centre of Phoenix. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 35 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour 55 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Melbourne to Phoenix, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near SCF:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) is around 6 kilometres from central Phoenix. After your flight from Melbourne to Phoenix, it takes approximately 10 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can expect the trip to take about 35 minutes on public transport.
Europcar, Dollar and Thrifty make collecting a Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport rental car easy and quick. These trusted companies are located around or in the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Get exactly what you want. Securing your ride from PHX one week in advance often means lower prices and a greater range of vehicles.
You'll find Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
Step off your flight from Melbourne to Phoenix and head directly to your hotel or start taking in the sights right away. The centre of Phoenix is around 40 kilometres from Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA) and takes roughly 40 minutes to drive there.
Be in control of the next part of your trip with a Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport rental car. Dollar, Alamo and Budget make getting on the road effortless.
Plan ahead and pocket the savings. Book your vehicle from AZA two weeks before your flight from Melbourne to Phoenix for the best rates.
The address for Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport is 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
Best time to go to Phoenix
Have a think about your travel dates before locking in your flight from Melbourne to Melbourne. The city comes alive during high season, but rates are typically higher and attractions can get crowded. Plan your trip to Melbourne in the low season if you want a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your Melbourne to Phoenix tickets, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Phoenix, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 44ºC (111ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Melbourne to Phoenix in January when temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
More about Phoenix
After booking your flight from Melbourne to Phoenix, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Phoenix:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park are must-do's during your Phoenix adventure.
Explore more of United States
San Diego is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Phoenix. Around 483 kilometres to the west, its top attractions include San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in United States, consider Las Vegas, about 418 kilometres north-west of Phoenix. Las Vegas Strip, Fountains of Bellagio and Fremont Street Experience are key highlights.