Flying from Jacksons International Airport (POM) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): what you need to know
Melbourne is one hour ahead of Port Moresby and follows the UTC+11 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your POM to MEL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Jacksons International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between POM and MEL include:
Brisbane Airport
Cairns Airport
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Jacksons International Airport (POM) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
R 4,418 is the lowest price for a one-way Jacksons International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight. Return flights start at R 8,906. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from POM to MEL if you book ahead. Airlines often have some terrific early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Jacksons International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport across each month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from POM to MEL by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Discover the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Jacksons International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Jacksons International Airport (POM)
59.86% of flights taking off from Jacksons International Airport reach their destination on time.
Central Port Moresby to Jacksons International Airport is approximately 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near POM. Whether you have an early flight from Jacksons International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Jacksons International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MEL instead:
Pick up a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car and discover Melbourne and beyond with your own set of wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast and Sixt are top outlets you can book with here.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport about four weeks before travelling.
Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is approximately 24 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
January is the busiest month for flights from Jacksons International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Melbourne in April.
Book your flight from Jacksons International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport for January if you want to visit Melbourne during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from POM to MEL in July. Average temperatures are between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) then.
Explore more of Australia
Canberra is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be explored after you've seen Melbourne. Around 467 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in Australia, consider Geelong, about 64 kilometres south-west of Melbourne. Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre are highlights.