Travelling from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): what you need to know
The timezone in Melbourne is UTC+11, which is 18 hours ahead of Portland.
Your PDX to MEL flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Portland International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Some great stopovers between PDX and MEL include:
San Francisco International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
₹ 63,283 is the lowest price for a one-way Portland International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight. A return flight starts at ₹ 100,501. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from PDX to MEL. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Portland International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from PDX to MEL.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Portland International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport.
Handy information about Portland International Airport (PDX)
You'll find PDX at 7000 NE Airport Way.
Portland International Airport maintains a strong on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from PDX land on schedule 83.65% of the time.
Central Portland to Portland International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near PDX. Whether you're catching an early flight from Portland International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Portland International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MEL instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt and venture far and wide through Melbourne and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around four weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne
From Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, Melbourne is approximately 24 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre by car.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 40 minutes.
When to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The quietest month for a flight from Portland International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is April, while January is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Melbourne based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Portland International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport for January if you'd like to go to Melbourne during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC and 29ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PDX to MEL in July. Temperatures average between 4ºC and 13ºC then.
Explore more of Australia
Melbourne is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Australia just waiting to be discovered. About 467 kilometres north-east of Melbourne, a visit to Canberra will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
If there's time to check out another corner of Australia, consider Geelong, roughly 64 kilometres south-west of Melbourne. Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre are the start of reasons to visit.
