Travelling from Alice Springs Airport (ASP) to Melbourne: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Alice Springs Airport to Melbourne is 2 hours 55 minutes.
Alice Springs Airport is located in Alice Springs. Following the UTC+11 timezone, Melbourne is one hour 30 minutes ahead of Alice Springs.
With four weekly departures between the two airports, Alice Springs Airport (ASP) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is the most popular route. Catch Qantas's 12:20 flight to get your trip from ASP to MEL underway.
To avoid missing your ASP to Melbourne flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as September, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
You can book a direct Alice Springs Airport to Melbourne ticket. Start your journey at ASP and touch down at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).
Look out for offers from Qantas. This airline operates direct flights from Alice Springs Airport to Melbourne.
ASP is about 11 kilometres from central Alice Springs. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 25 minutes.
Get your flight from Alice Springs Airport to Melbourne off to a relaxed start. Just a quick drive from ASP, book a night at Sturt Desert Pea House and be well-rested for the trip ahead.
71% of flights that leave from Alice Springs Airport land at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Alice Springs Airport (ASP) to Melbourne
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Alice Springs Airport to Melbourne flight is ₹ 15,944. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 31,431. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Lock in cheap flights from ASP to Melbourne by booking five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the best time for bagging a bargain.
Organise your trip for October. That's the best month for scoring an incredible deal on Alice Springs Airport to Melbourne tickets. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 24 kilometres away.
It takes around 35 minutes when travelling by public transport.
Think about booking a hotel close to MEL if you're coming in on a late flight from Alice Springs Airport to Melbourne. Choose one of these options and make arrival day easier:
Reserving your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from ASP to Melbourne can help you get the best possible rate.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Avalon Airport (AVV) is around 56 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. Once you've disembarked your flight from Alice Springs Airport to Melbourne, it'll take you around 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some fantastic places to stay within a quick drive of AVV. Switch to relaxation mode at Corio Bay Motel after your ASP to Melbourne flight.
Get exactly what you want. Reserving your ride from AVV three weeks ahead of time often means lower prices and a greater selection of vehicles.
Essendon Airport (MEB)
Central Melbourne is about 11 kilometres from Essendon Airport (MEB). Get settled at your hotel (or make a beeline for the city's top sights) after your flight from Alice Springs Airport to Melbourne.
Enjoy a restful, unhurried start to your trip by checking in to a hotel near MEB after your ASP to Melbourne flight. Recharge after a day of travel or just take a moment to get your bearings in a new destination at:
If you're looking for a specific make or model, booking early gives you a better shot at getting what you want. Reserve your ride from MEB at least a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Alice Springs Airport to Melbourne.
Best time to go to Melbourne
July is the most popular month for flights from Alice Springs Airport to Melbourne. To skip the crowds, visit Melbourne in December.
When booking your Alice Springs Airport to Melbourne plane ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. January is the warmest month in Melbourne, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC to 28ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ASP to Melbourne in July when temperatures average between 3ºC and 12ºC.
More about Melbourne
Once you've booked your flight from Alice Springs Airport to Melbourne, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Melbourne:
Melbourne's Gardens and Flinders Street Railway Station are just the start of the top attractions to put on your Melbourne must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Melbourne Park.
Explore more of Australia
Canberra is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be discovered once you've seen Melbourne. Around 467 kilometres away to the northeast, its best attractions include National Gallery of Australia, National Portrait Gallery and Museum of Australian Democracy.
Around 451 kilometres southeast of Melbourne, Launceston is another essential stop in Australia. Experience major highlights starting with Cataract Gorge Scenic Chairlift, Queen Victoria Museum at Inveresk and Hollybank Mountain Bike Park.
