Flying from Merimbula Airport (MIM) to Melbourne: what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Merimbula Airport to Melbourne is 1 hour 20 minutes.
Melbourne's timezone is UTC+11, which is the same as Merimbula (the location of Merimbula Airport).
Merimbula Airport (MIM) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is the most traveled route, with 13 flights a week to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from MIM to MEL is with Regional Express at 13:05. Go for the first departure with Regional Express at 12:30 if you want to get on your way earlier.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from MIM to Melbourne. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
You can catch a nonstop flight from Merimbula Airport to Melbourne that touches down at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).
Look out for deals with Regional Express. This carrier operates direct flights from Merimbula Airport to Melbourne.
You don't need a visa or passport to travel within Australia. You will need a valid identity document however, such as an ID card or driver's licence. Put them on your packing checklist once you've booked your flight tickets from Merimbula Airport to Melbourne.
Located around 3 kilometres from central Merimbula, MIM can be reached in approximately 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey by public transport takes roughly 12 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near MIM. Whether you're taking an early flight from Merimbula Airport to Melbourne or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
How to find the cheapest flights from Merimbula Airport (MIM) to Melbourne
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Merimbula Airport to Melbourne is ر.ق. 509. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 1,010. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book 9 months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from MIM to Melbourne.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Merimbula Airport to Melbourne. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is around 24 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 28 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes roughly 42 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Merimbula Airport to Melbourne, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near MEL:
Avalon Airport (AVV)
As soon as your flight from Merimbula Airport to Melbourne has landed, you can get to the city centre in about 51 minutes by car. Central Melbourne is approximately 56 kilometres from Avalon Airport (AVV).
Public transport will get you there in around 2 hours and 4 minutes.
Little River Bed and Breakfast is a comfortable accommodation option within an easy drive of AVV. Unpack your bags here after your flight from MIM to Melbourne and then hang the 'Do not disturb' sign to enjoy some uninterrupted rest.
Best time to go to Melbourne
July is the most popular month to board a flight from Merimbula Airport to Melbourne while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Melbourne, consider the pace you like to travel at.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC and 29ºC. Book your flights from Merimbula Airport to Melbourne in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from MIM to Melbourne in July when temperatures average between 4ºC and 13ºC.
More about Melbourne
Once you've booked your flight from Merimbula Airport to Melbourne, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Melbourne:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Federation Square, National Gallery of Victoria and Eureka Skydeck 88 are leading attractions which should feature on any good Melbourne itinerary.
Complete your Melbourne trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Melbourne and see the sights on your own terms. Easily compare rates in one go to find your perfect ride after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Merimbula Airport to Melbourne.
