Travelling from Port Lincoln Airport (PLO) to Melbourne: what you need to know
Port Lincoln Airport is located in Port Lincoln. Based in the UTC+11 timezone, Melbourne is 30 minutes ahead of Port Lincoln.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your PLO to Melbourne flight.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
To reach PLO from central Port Lincoln, it takes about 15 minutes if you're going by car. It's roughly 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Booked an early flight from Port Lincoln Airport to Melbourne? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near PLO:
81.04% of flights leaving Port Lincoln Airport touch down at their destination on schedule. With its impressive on-time stats, you're unlikely to face delays when flying out of PLO.
How to find the cheapest flights from Port Lincoln Airport (PLO) to Melbourne
The best price we've seen for a one-way Port Lincoln Airport to Melbourne flight is ₹ 12,275. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 37,808. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from PLO to Melbourne, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you have flexibility with your travel dates, check out the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when searching for your Port Lincoln Airport to Melbourne ticket.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from PLO to Melbourne by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
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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 takes about 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 40 minutes when travelling by public transport.
Look into staying at a hotel near MEL if you have a late flight from Port Lincoln Airport to Melbourne. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car and discover Melbourne and beyond with your own set of wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast and Sixt are popular outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from PLO to Melbourne.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Avalon Airport (AVV) is roughly 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. Following your flight from Port Lincoln Airport to Melbourne, it'll take you around 50 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can expect the journey to take about 2 hours 5 minutes on public transport.
Relax and unpack not long after your PLO to Melbourne flight at Corio Bay Motel. This comfortable accommodation option is an easy drive from AVV.
The quickest way to reach your destination is with an Avalon Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Sixt, Kangaroo Rental or yesaway car hire and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Avoid paying extra. Securing your ride three weeks before your arrival at AVV will help you stay within budget.
Essendon Airport (MEB)
Hop off your flight from Port Lincoln Airport to Melbourne and head for your hotel or start sightseeing right away. The centre of Melbourne is around 19 kilometres from Essendon Airport (MEB) and usually takes 25 minutes to drive there.
If you use public transport, the journey time is around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Enjoy a quiet, low-key start to your trip by checking in to a hotel near MEB after your PLO to Melbourne flight. Take a load off after a long travel day or just take a moment to settle into a new destination at:
Put yourself in the driver's seat of the next part of your trip with an Essendon Airport rental car. East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar make getting on the road effortless.
Rental providers sometimes offer discounts on early bookings, so secure your vehicle from MEB ahead of your flight from Port Lincoln Airport to Melbourne. Plan ahead and your wallet will thank you.
Best time to go to Melbourne
Before scheduling your flights from Port Lincoln Airport to Melbourne, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Melbourne offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of activities, while low season means you'll get cheaper hotel rates and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 29ºC. Book your Port Lincoln Airport to Melbourne plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
July sees average temperatures of between 4ºC and 13ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from PLO to Melbourne around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Melbourne
Start your Melbourne trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Port Lincoln 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 know where to begin. National Gallery of Victoria, Federation Square and Eureka Skydeck 88 are top attractions which should be on any good Melbourne itinerary.
Explore more of Australia
Canberra is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be explored after you've seen Melbourne. Around 467 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
Launceston is another favourite destination in Australia and is around 451 kilometres south-east of Melbourne. No journey is complete without dropping by City Park, Tamar Island Wetlands and James Boag Brewery Experience.