Flying from Las Vegas to Melbourne: what you need to know
Las Vegas's main base, Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS), is where countless awesome holidays begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Las Vegas to Melbourne.
Hop off the plane at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), the chief entry point to Melbourne.
Melbourne's timezone is UTC+11, making Melbourne 18 hours ahead of Las Vegas.
Leave plenty of time to catch your Las Vegas to Melbourne flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Peak months like October or high seasons such as Christmas and New Year will mean longer lines at check-in and security. If you're travelling then, play it safe and head to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and four hours ahead of an international departure is a smart idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Las Vegas to Melbourne
To pick up cheap Las Vegas to Melbourne flights, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest plane tickets from Las Vegas to Melbourne across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' Las Vegas to Melbourne flights.
Flying from Las Vegas
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and maybe even explore another city. When browsing Las Vegas to Melbourne flights departing from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
LAS is around 10 kilometres from central Las Vegas. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour.
Searching for a handy hotel near Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)? If you're boarding an early flight from Las Vegas to Melbourne, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) gets high marks for its on-time performance. 82.07% of flights that depart LAS arrive at their destination as scheduled.
The address for LAS is 5757 Wayne Newton Boulevard.
Arriving in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is approximately 19 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 30 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 40 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Las Vegas to Melbourne, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near MEL:
Follow your own route with a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt and chase adventure across Melbourne and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around four weeks in advance of your trip.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Avalon Airport (AVV) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. After your flight from Las Vegas to Melbourne, it takes approximately 50 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take approximately 2 hours 5 minutes.
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with an Avalon Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Sixt, Kangaroo Rental or yesaway car hire and be on your way in a flash.
Avoid potential price surges. Booking your ride three weeks before your arrival at AVV will help you stay within budget.
Essendon Airport (MEB)
Essendon Airport (MEB) is roughly 11 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. It'll take you about 25 minutes to reach the city centre by cab or ride-share once you've stepped off your flight from Las Vegas to Melbourne.
Public transport will get you there in around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Whether you're looking for a budget-friendly compact for solo travel or a full-size SUV to transport your group, you'll find the right Essendon Airport rental car for you. Check out the range of wheels available from providers such as East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar.
Rental agencies sometimes offer promotions on early bookings, so secure your ride from MEB ahead of your flight from Las Vegas to Melbourne. A little prep today saves cash tomorrow.
Best time to go to Melbourne
April is the quietest month for flights from Las Vegas to Melbourne, while January is the most popular. Find the ideal time to visit Melbourne based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your Las Vegas to Melbourne ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
July has average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Look for cheap flights from Las Vegas to Melbourne around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Melbourne
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Melbourne right here. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from Las Vegas to Melbourne:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Federation Square, National Gallery of Victoria and Eureka Skydeck 88 are top attractions which should feature on every Melbourne itinerary.
Explore more of Australia
Canberra is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be discovered after you've seen Melbourne. Around 467 kilometres to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
Around 64 kilometres south-west of Melbourne, Geelong is another favourite stop in Australia. No visit is complete without checking out Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre.