Flying from St. John's International Airport (YYT) to Melbourne: what you need to know
The timezone in Melbourne is UTC+11. The city is 13 hours 30 minutes ahead of St John's, where St. John's International Airport is located.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your YYT to Melbourne flight.
Heading away during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
The journey from central St John's to YYT takes about 1 hour on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from St. John's International Airport to Melbourne? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to YYT:
Of all flights departing from St. John's International Airport, 62.67% land on schedule at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from St. John's International Airport (YYT) to Melbourne
R 16,126 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way St. John's International Airport to Melbourne flight. A return flight ticket right now is R 33,653. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from YYT to Melbourne if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from St. John's International Airport to Melbourne across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
Save time searching for cheap flights from YYT to Melbourne by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Find a cheap flight from St. John's International Airport to Melbourne with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is around 24 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 30 minutes.
It takes around 40 minutes when travelling by public transport.
Book a hotel near MEL if you have a late flight from St. John's International Airport to Melbourne. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about rest:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt and explore beyond Melbourne's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport about four weeks before your flight from YYT to Melbourne.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Avalon Airport (AVV) is roughly 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. Following your flight from St. John's International Airport to Melbourne, it'll take you around 50 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 2 hours 5 minutes or so.
You'll find a few comfortable places to lay your head within a short drive of AVV. Get into relaxation mode at Corio Bay Motel after your YYT to Melbourne flight.
No need to worry about public transport schedules or long cab lines. Pick up an Avalon Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Check out the availability and rates from Sixt, Kangaroo Rental and yesaway car hire.
Snap up a deal by securing your ride from AVV three weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.
Essendon Airport (MEB)
Step off your flight from St. John's International Airport to Melbourne and head for your hotel or jump right into sightseeing. Central Melbourne is around 19 kilometres from Essendon Airport (MEB) and usually takes 25 minutes to reach driving.
Public transport can get you there in roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
Enjoy a quiet, low-key start to your break by staying at a hotel near MEB after your YYT to Melbourne flight. Unwind after a day of travel or simply give yourself time to get your bearings in a new destination at:
Start your journey without worrying about how to reach your destination with an Essendon Airport rental car. You can book with reliable names here like East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar.
Rental agencies sometimes offer deals for early bookings, so secure your ride from MEB ahead of your flight from St. John's International Airport to Melbourne. Plan ahead and your wallet will thank you.
Best time to go to Melbourne
Visit Melbourne during the high season if you prefer a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book flights from St. John's International Airport to Melbourne in the low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Lock in a St. John's International Airport to Melbourne flight ticket with a departure in January if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from YYT to Melbourne in July when temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF).
More about Melbourne
Start your Melbourne trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from St. John's International Airport to Melbourne, explore our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. National Gallery of Victoria, Federation Square and Eureka Skydeck 88 are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Melbourne itinerary.
Explore more of Australia
Canberra is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be discovered 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.
Launceston is another standout destination in Australia and is around 451 kilometres south-east of Melbourne. No trip is complete without a visit to City Park, Tamar Island Wetlands and James Boag Brewery Experience.
