Flying from Horn Island Airport (HID) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): what you need to know
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Get to the airport on time to board your HID to MEL flight.
Flying during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to tour a different city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Horn Island Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Cairns Airport is a sought-after stop between HID and MEL.
How to find the cheapest flights from Horn Island Airport (HID) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Right now, R 8,177 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Horn Island Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 15,497. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from HID to MEL if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Horn Island Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport across the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Save time searching for cheap flights from HID to MEL by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Horn Island Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport.
Handy information about Horn Island Airport (HID)
Of the flights that depart from Horn Island Airport, 76.26% touch down on time at their destination.
Arriving at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
If you're coming in on a late Horn Island Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near MEL:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt to explore Melbourne and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around four weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is approximately 24 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.
When to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The quietest month for a flight from Horn Island Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is April, while January is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Melbourne based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When booking your flight from Horn Island Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, think about the type of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Melbourne, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from HID to MEL in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) on average.
Explore more of Australia
Melbourne has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Australia you'll want to see. Around 467 kilometres north-east of Melbourne, a visit to Canberra will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in Australia, consider Geelong, about 64 kilometres south-west of Melbourne. Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre are among its highlights.
