Travelling from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Melbourne: what you need to know
The timezone in Melbourne is UTC+11. The city is 15 hours ahead of Toronto, where Pearson International Airport is located.
For a relaxed start to your YYZ to Melbourne flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're travelling during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
YYZ is around 19 kilometres from central Toronto. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 50 minutes.
Have an early flight from Pearson International Airport to Melbourne? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near YYZ:
Of the flights that depart from Pearson International Airport, 63.97% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Melbourne
R 9,022 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Pearson International Airport to Melbourne flight. Return flight tickets start at R 18,006. These prices may change depending on demand.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from YYZ to Melbourne. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
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Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The distance from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne is roughly 24 kilometres. It'll take you about 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 40 minutes if you're using public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Pearson International Airport to Melbourne. Book one of these accommodation options near MEL instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt to explore Melbourne and beyond.
Booking your ride from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from YYZ to Melbourne can help you get the best possible rate.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
After your flight from Pearson International Airport to Melbourne has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in around 50 minutes by car. Central Melbourne is roughly 56 kilometres from Avalon Airport (AVV).
The trip will take roughly 2 hours 5 minutes on public transport.
Settle in and unpack not long after your YYZ to Melbourne flight at Corio Bay Motel. This comfortable accommodation option is an easy drive from AVV.
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with an Avalon Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Sixt, Kangaroo Rental or yesaway car hire and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Get exactly what you want. Securing your ride from AVV three weeks in advance often means lower prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Essendon Airport (MEB)
Step off your flight from Pearson International Airport to Melbourne and head for your hotel or start taking in the sights right away. The centre of Melbourne is around 19 kilometres from Essendon Airport (MEB) and typically takes 25 minutes to drive there.
Public transport will get you there in roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
If you don't want to make your way into the centre, find a hotel near MEB. Make yourself comfy at one of these options after your YYZ to Melbourne flight:
Begin your travels without worrying about how to get to where you're going with an Essendon Airport rental car. Book your wheels with trusted suppliers here like East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar.
Booking at least a few weeks in advance of your flight from Pearson International Airport to Melbourne is smart. Along with more affordable prices, you might find it easier to get the make and model you prefer at MEB.
Best time to go to Melbourne
Carefully consider your trip dates before locking in your flight from Pearson International Airport to Melbourne. The city buzzes in high season, but prices are usually higher and attractions can get crowded. Plan your trip to Melbourne in the low season if you like a quieter vibe.
Lock in a Pearson International Airport to Melbourne flight ticket with a departure in January to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from YYZ to Melbourne around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Melbourne
Start your Melbourne trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Pearson International Airport to Melbourne, explore our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. National Gallery of Victoria, Federation Square and Eureka Skydeck 88 are major attractions which should be on any good Melbourne itinerary.
Explore more of Australia
You've seen Melbourne, now it's time to explore other parts of Australia. Journey around 467 kilometres north-east to Canberra to tick off its leading attractions. From Australian War Memorial to National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 451 kilometres south-east of Melbourne, Launceston is another favourite stop in Australia. Start your sightseeing at City Park, Tamar Island Wetlands and James Boag Brewery Experience.