Flying from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Newcastle Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport.
Newcastle and Melbourne are in the same timezone, UTC+11.
Choose from 430 weekly Newcastle Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flights. The 06:00 departure with Qantas is the earliest flight available. Jetstar operates the last service of the day at 20:40.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to board your NTL to MEL flight.
Flying during a peak time like April? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You'll find a variety of airlines offering direct flights from Newcastle Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Melbourne adventure, let one of these carriers fly you to this exciting part of Australia:
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Jetstar.
With a dependable 80.0% of services arriving as scheduled, Virgin Australia Regional is the most punctual carrier for NTL to MEL flights.
If you want to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Newcastle Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. These are the top stopovers between NTL and MEL:
Adelaide Airport
Brisbane Airport
Gold Coast Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
RM179 is currently the best price for a one-way Newcastle Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight. A return flight starts from RM358. These fares can change based on availability.
To secure cheap tickets from NTL to MEL, reserve your trip five months ahead of your planned departure.
Schedule your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Newcastle Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across every month.
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Handy information about Newcastle Airport (NTL)
70.76% of flights leaving from Newcastle Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Newcastle Airport is around 27 kilometres from central Newcastle. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
Get your flight from Newcastle Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport off to a hassle-free start. Just a quick drive from NTL, book a night at Sleepy Hill Motor Inn and be well-rested for the journey ahead.
Arriving at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
If you're arriving on a late Newcastle Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight, nothing beats 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 accommodation options near MEL:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt and experience the lesser-explored corners of Melbourne and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport about four weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne
From Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, Melbourne is approximately 24 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport will take you around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The quietest month for a flight from Newcastle Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is April, while January is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Melbourne based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your flight from Newcastle Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Melbourne, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from NTL to MEL in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) on average.
Explore more of Australia
Melbourne is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Australia you'll want to see. About 467 kilometres north-east of Melbourne, a trip to Canberra will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
Around 64 kilometres south-west of Melbourne, Geelong is another essential stop in Australia. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre.