Flying from Coffs Harbour Airport (CFS) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Coffs Harbour Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours.
Coffs Harbour and Melbourne are in the same timezone, UTC+11.
Each week, there are 30 Coffs Harbour Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flights. To be on board as soon as possible, pick the 12:15 Qantas flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure is at 18:50 with Qantas.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your CFS to MEL flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as January? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Qantas has direct flights from Coffs Harbour Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Melbourne — and maybe even more of Australia if time allows.
Most passengers choose to travel with Qantas on this route.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival rate for CFS to MEL flights is Qantas.
Break up your flight or explore another city along the way with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Coffs Harbour Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Many travellers pass through Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Coffs Harbour Airport (CFS) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
£94 is currently the best price for a one-way Coffs Harbour Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight. A return flight starts from £188. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
Book six months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from CFS to MEL.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Coffs Harbour Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across each month.
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Handy information about Coffs Harbour Airport (CFS)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Coffs Harbour Airport, 70.37% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Coffs Harbour Airport is about 3 miles from central Coffs Harbour. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 5 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 15 minutes.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near CFS. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Coffs Harbour Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Coffs Harbour Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near MEL instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt to explore Melbourne and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around four weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is approximately 15 miles from the centre of Melbourne. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
January is the busiest month for flights from Coffs Harbour Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Melbourne in April.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from Coffs Harbour Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from CFS to MEL in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) on average.
Explore more of Australia
Melbourne has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Australia just waiting to be explored. Around 290 miles north-east of Melbourne, a trip to Canberra will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
Geelong is another favourite destination in Australia and is around 40 miles south-west of Melbourne. No trip is complete without visiting Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre.