Travelling from Prince George Airport (YXS) to Melbourne: what you need to know
Melbourne is 18 hours ahead of Prince George, where Prince George Airport is located. Melbourne runs on the UTC+11 timezone.
Leave enough time to catch your YXS to Melbourne flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're jetting off during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
To reach YXS from central Prince George, it'll take around 15 minutes by car. It's roughly 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
51.12% of flights that depart Prince George Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Prince George Airport (YXS) to Melbourne
The best price we've found for a one-way Prince George Airport to Melbourne flight is ₹ 53,354. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 155,472. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from YXS to Melbourne if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
Finding cheap tickets from Prince George Airport to Melbourne is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to get the best prices throughout the month and land a sweet deal.
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Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne takes around 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 24 kilometres away.
It takes around 40 minutes if you're using public transport.
If you have a late flight from Prince George Airport to Melbourne, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near MEL:
Grab a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car and explore Melbourne and beyond with your own set of wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast and Sixt are well-known companies you can book with here.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around four weeks before your flight from YXS to Melbourne.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
The centre of Melbourne is around 56 kilometres from Avalon Airport (AVV). After your flight from Prince George Airport to Melbourne has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 50 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 2 hours 5 minutes on public transport.
You'll find a few comfortable places to stay within a short drive of AVV. Get into relaxation mode at Corio Bay Motel after your YXS to Melbourne flight.
Sixt, Kangaroo Rental and yesaway car hire make collecting an Avalon Airport rental car simple. These companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Avoid paying extra. Booking your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at AVV can get you a lower rate.
Essendon Airport (MEB)
Step off your flight from Prince George Airport to Melbourne and head straight for your hotel or start discovering the city right away. Central Melbourne is around 19 kilometres from Essendon Airport (MEB) and typically takes 25 minutes to drive there.
The journey takes around 1 hour 15 minutes if you use public transport.
If you don't want to make the journey to the centre, head for a hotel near MEB. Make yourself comfy at one of these options after your YXS to Melbourne flight:
Begin your journey without stressing over how to get to your destination with an Essendon Airport rental car. Book your ideal wheels with reliable names here like East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar.
Booking a couple of weeks in advance of your flight from Prince George Airport to Melbourne is always smart. As well as better deals, 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 booking your flight from Prince George Airport to Melbourne. The city comes alive during peak season, but hotel prices are typically higher and attractions can be crowded. Go to Melbourne in low season for a quieter vibe.
Lock in a Prince George Airport to Melbourne flight ticket with a departure in January if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 12ºC to 29ºC.
July has average temperatures of between 4ºC and 13ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from YXS to Melbourne around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Melbourne
Start your Melbourne trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Prince George Airport to Melbourne, browse our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. National Gallery of Victoria, Federation Square and Eureka Skydeck 88 are top sights which should be on every Melbourne itinerary.
Explore more of Australia
Canberra is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Melbourne. Around 467 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
Launceston is another must-experience destination in Australia and is around 451 kilometres south-east of Melbourne. No journey is complete without a visit to City Park, Tamar Island Wetlands and James Boag Brewery Experience.
