Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Vancouver: what you need to know
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is located in Melbourne. Based in the UTC-7 timezone, Vancouver is 18 hours behind Melbourne.
To avoid missing your MEL to Vancouver flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Taking off during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even explore another city. When browsing for flight tickets from MEL to Vancouver, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Brisbane Airport (BNE)
Nadi International Airport (NAN)
MEL is about 19 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 40 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near MEL. Whether you're catching an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Vancouver or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
67.71% of flights that take off from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Vancouver
R 6,222 is currently the best price for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Vancouver flight. Return flight tickets start at R 14,267. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
Booking in advance is often the key to securing a cheap flight from MEL to Vancouver. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Vancouver throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The distance from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver is roughly 14 kilometres. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 35 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Vancouver. Reserve one of these accommodation options near YVR instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Vancouver International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis and find adventure across Vancouver and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Vancouver International Airport about one week in advance of your flight from MEL to Vancouver.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
Once your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Vancouver has landed, you can reach the city centre in about 5 minutes by car. Central Vancouver is roughly 2 kilometres from Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH).
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 15 minutes or so.
There are some great places to call home for the night near CXH. Kick back and get cosy after your MEL to Vancouver flight at one of these well-located options:
Typically, the sooner you book, the better the deals and selection of vehicles. Secure your ride from CXH as soon as your plans are confirmed.
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
Step off your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Vancouver and head for your hotel or jump right into exploring. Central Vancouver is around 64 kilometres from Abbotsford Airport (YXX) and usually takes 1 hour to drive there.
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you about 1 hour 30 minutes.
Enjoy a more relaxed start to your break by staying at a hotel near YXX after your MEL to Vancouver flight. Recharge after a day of travel or simply take a moment to settle into a new destination at:
Be in the driver's seat of the next part of your journey with an Abbotsford Airport rental car. Hertz, Thrifty and Enterprise make getting on the road effortless.
Around one week ahead of your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Vancouver is a good time to secure your vehicle from YXX. You're likely to snag a better deal or pick up some early bird promotions.
Best time to go to Vancouver
Carefully consider your dates before booking your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Vancouver. The city comes alive in high season, but rates are generally higher and top attractions can be crowded. Go to Vancouver in low season if you like a quieter vibe.
Book a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Vancouver flight ticket with a departure in August to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MEL to Vancouver in December if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
More about Vancouver
Start your Vancouver trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Vancouver, browse our range of hotels including:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Granville Island, Stanley Park and Science World are must-do's during your Vancouver adventure.
Explore more of Canada
You've visited Vancouver, now it's time to explore more of Canada. Travel about 274 kilometres east to Kelowna to check off its popular sights. From Kasugai Japanese Garden to Waterfront Park and Mary Ann Collinson Memorial Park, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Kamloops is another must-experience destination in Canada and is around 257 kilometres north-east of Vancouver. No journey is complete without dropping by Riverside Park, Kamloops Art Gallery and BIG Little Science Centre.