Travelling from Melbourne to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX): What you need to know
The timezone in Phoenix is UTC-7, which is 18 hours behind Melbourne. Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport is located in Phoenix.
Your flight from Melbourne to PHX won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Flying during a peak month like December? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even explore another city. When browsing cheap flights from Melbourne to PHX departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Your journey might pause in:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL)
Travelling from central Melbourne to MEL takes about 40 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Melbourne to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
67.71% of flights departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport land at their destination on time.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
AVV is around 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. It takes 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
Getting everyone to the airport on time before your Melbourne to PHX flight is a lot easier when you stay close to Avalon Airport. If you have an early departure, Corio Bay Motel will put you just a short drive away.
Flights from Avalon Airport have a strong track record for punctuality, with 80% of them arriving on schedule.
About Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Have a late flight from Melbourne to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Stay at one of these hotels near PHX and be in snooze mode sooner:
Grab a Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport rental car and discover Phoenix and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Dollar and Thrifty are well-known companies to choose from here.
Booking your ride around one week in advance of your Melbourne to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
The street address for PHX is 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Getting from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to central Phoenix
Central Phoenix is around 5 kilometres from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport and takes about 10 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for making the trip into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Currently, ₹ 47,050 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 82,966. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Melbourne to PHX, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Melbourne to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport tickets throughout the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Bag the best deal on a flight from Melbourne to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
September is the quietest month for flights from Melbourne to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX), while March is the busiest. Work out the ideal time to go to Phoenix based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in a Melbourne to PHX plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Phoenix to range from 26ºC to 44ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Melbourne to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport in January when temperatures are between 4ºC and 20ºC.
More about Phoenix
After booking your flight from Melbourne to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Phoenix:
Your Phoenix visit wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Major attractions that are worth your time include Camelback Mountain, Cholla Trailhead Camelback Mountain and Yayoi Kusama Fireflies Infinity Mirror Room.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Phoenix, now it's time to explore other corners of the United States. Travel around 161 kilometres southeast to Tucson to tick off its popular sights. From Saguaro National Park East Unit to National Parks Conservation and Visit Tucson, your itinerary will be busy.
Yuma is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 257 kilometres west of Phoenix. No trip is complete without seeing Yuma Crossing National Heritage Area, Yuma History Museum and Our Lady of Guadalupe Mission.
