Travelling from Melbourne to Invercargill Airport (IVC): what you need to know
Planning your getaway begins with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Melbourne. Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is the city's main base, so explore your options for booking a flight from Melbourne to Invercargill Airport (IVC) departing from here.
Invercargill is 2 hours ahead of Melbourne. Invercargill Airport is located in Invercargill, which operates on the UTC+13 timezone.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from Melbourne to IVC.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight from Melbourne to IVC. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
Auckland Airport (AKL)
Wellington International Airport (WLG)
The distance from central Melbourne to MEL is roughly 24 kilometres. Use Google Maps for the fastest route, whether that's in your own car or with public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Melbourne to Invercargill Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
About Invercargill Airport (IVC)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Melbourne to Invercargill Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near IVC:
Getting from Invercargill Airport (IVC) to central Invercargill
Invercargill Airport is approximately 10 kilometres from the centre of Invercargill. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 12 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Invercargill Airport (IVC)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Invercargill Airport is R 4,668. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 9,811. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from Melbourne to IVC. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Melbourne to Invercargill Airport across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Create a Price Alert and track any changes on this route through push notifications or email. We'll let you know when the fares drop. Good timing makes all the difference when searching for cheap tickets from Melbourne to IVC.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from Melbourne to Invercargill Airport. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Invercargill Airport (IVC)
July is the busiest month for flights from Melbourne to Invercargill Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Invercargill in January when it's quieter.
Before booking a flight from Melbourne to IVC, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Invercargill, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC to 22ºC.
July has average temperatures of between 3ºC and 10ºC. Look for cheap flights from Melbourne to Invercargill Airport sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Invercargill
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Invercargill right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Melbourne to Invercargill Airport:
One of the best ways to get to know Invercargill is to visit its leading attractions. Highlights include E Hayes and Sons - The World's Fastest Indian, Anderson Park Art Gallery and Otakaro Park.
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