Flying from Melbourne to Valencia Airport (VLC): What you need to know
Planning your trip starts with figuring out where you'll leave from in Melbourne. Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for booking a flight from Melbourne to Valencia Airport (VLC) taking off from here.
Valencia Airport is located in Valencia. The city is in the UTC+1 timezone and is ten hours behind Melbourne.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from Melbourne to VLC.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself some extra wiggle room. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
MEL is around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving 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.
Catching an early flight from Melbourne to Valencia Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
When it comes to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport's on-time performance, data shows 67.71% of flights complete their journey on time.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Melbourne to AVV in around 2 hours 5 minutes. The terminal is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 50 minutes.
Getting everyone to the airport on time before your Melbourne to VLC flight is a lot easier when you stay near Avalon Airport. If you have an early departure, Corio Bay Motel gives you a head start on the journey.
Most flights that depart Avalon Airport make it to their destination as expected. It achieves a consistent on-time performance rate of 80.09%.
About Valencia Airport (VLC)
Reserve a hotel close to VLC if you have a late flight from Melbourne to Valencia Airport. Pick one of these options and end the night sooner:
Hit the road running by picking up a Valencia Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Goldcar, Record Go or Click and Rent to explore Valencia and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your ride around three weeks in advance of your Melbourne to Valencia Airport flight.
Getting from Valencia Airport (VLC) to central Valencia
Valencia Airport is roughly 10 kilometres from central Valencia. The time it takes to get to the centre in a car hire or cab will depend on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Valencia Airport (VLC)
R 8,471 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Valencia Airport. Return flights start at R 24,139. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Melbourne to VLC. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Melbourne to Valencia Airport tickets across the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Tailor your travel plans using filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Melbourne to Valencia Airport.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Valencia Airport (VLC)
July is when most people book flights from Melbourne to Valencia Airport (VLC). Visit Valencia in April if you prefer a quieter experience.
Before locking in your Melbourne to VLC plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Valencia, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Valencia Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF).
More about Valencia
Start your Valencia trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Valencia Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
City of Arts and Sciences and Plaza del Ayuntamiento are just a couple of the big attractions to add to your Valencia travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Barrio del Carmen.
Explore more of Spain
You've seen Valencia, now it's time to discover other corners of Spain. Journey about 241 kilometres north to Zaragoza to check off its leading attractions. From Plaza España to Plaza del Pilar and La Seo del Salvador, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in Spain, consider Cuenca, roughly 153 kilometres north-west of Valencia. Hanging Houses of Cuenca, Hanging Houses of Cuenca and Historic Walled Town of Cuenca are among the biggest draws.
