Flying from Melbourne to Devonport Airport (DPO): What you need to know
Start your travels at one of Melbourne's main airports, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) or Avalon Airport (AVV). Check out your options for booking a flight from Melbourne to Devonport Airport (DPO) leaving from either of these.
1 hour 10 minutes is the average travel time for a direct Melbourne to Devonport Airport flight.
Devonport (where Devonport Airport is located) and Melbourne share the UTC+11 timezone. With no time difference, coordinating plans between the cities is hassle-free.
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Devonport Airport (DPO) is the most popular route. There are 34 direct departures a week to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, take the last flight with Qantas at 7:25pm. Go for the first MEL to DPO departure operated by Rex Regional Express at 7am if you're aiming for an earlier start.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from Melbourne to DPO.
High season means busier airports, so be there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Melbourne to Devonport Airport (DPO) depart from this terminal.
Qantas is a well-known airline that offers direct flights from Melbourne to Devonport Airport jetting out of MEL.
Most passengers prefer to book seats with Qantas between MEL and DPO.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrivals rate on this route is Rex Regional Express.
Travelling from central Melbourne to MEL takes about 40 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from Melbourne to Devonport Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
When it comes to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport's on-time performance, 67.71% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Melbourne to AVV in about 2 hours 5 minutes. The airport is roughly 56 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 50 minutes.
Getting to the airport on time before your Melbourne to DPO flight is far easier when you stay near Avalon Airport. If you have an early departure, Corio Bay Motel will put you just a short drive away.
Flights from Avalon Airport have a track record for punctuality, with 80.09% of them arriving on schedule.
About Devonport Airport (DPO)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Melbourne to Devonport Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near DPO instead:
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Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Melbourne to Devonport Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Devonport Airport (DPO)
At the moment, R 1,896 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Devonport Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 3,814. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Melbourne to DPO, book early. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Devonport Airport (DPO)
April is the quietest month for flights from Melbourne to Devonport Airport (DPO), while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Devonport based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your Melbourne to DPO plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. January is the warmest month in Devonport, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 23ºC (73ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Melbourne to Devonport Airport in August when temperatures are between 5ºC (41ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF).
More about Devonport
Start your Devonport trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Devonport Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be hard to know where to begin. Penguin Viewing Platform, Spirit of the Sea and Back Beach are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Devonport itinerary.
Explore more of Australia
Devonport has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Australia just waiting to be explored. Around 209 kilometres south of Devonport, a visit to Hobart will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Museum of Old and New Art, Wineglass Bay Day Tours and World Heritage Area.
Your travels through Australia wouldn't be complete without a stop in Sandy Bay. Osborne Park is just one of the highlights in this destination, which is about 209 kilometres south of Devonport.
