Flying from Melbourne to Flinders Island Airport (FLS): What you need to know
Flinders Island is one hour behind Melbourne. Flinders Island Airport is located in Flinders Island, which is in the UTC+10 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Melbourne to FLS. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
During popular months such as December, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The journey from central Melbourne to MEL takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kms (15 miles) in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want an easy start to your break? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Melbourne to Flinders Island Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
68% of flights that leave from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Melbourne to AVV in around 1 hour 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 56 kms (35 miles) away, and getting there by car takes approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not book another night away at a hotel close to Avalon Airport? Before your Melbourne to FLS flight, treat yourself to a stay at Corio Bay Motel.
Avalon Airport has a solid reputation for punctual service. 80% of flights out of here land when expected.
About Flinders Island Airport (FLS)
Coming in on a late flight from Melbourne to Flinders Island Airport or just want to avoid dragging your bags around? Booking a hotel close to FLS is the way to go. Island Quarters and Flinders Island Cabin Park are popular options.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Flinders Island Airport (FLS)
£280 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Flinders Island Airport. Return flights start at £373. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap flights from Melbourne to FLS, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
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Explore more of Australia
Launceston is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Flinders Island. Around 161 kms (100 miles) away to the southwest, its top attractions include Tasmanian Wine & Cheese Tours, Cataract Gorge Scenic Chairlift and Kings Park.
Around 241 kms (150 miles) northwest of Flinders Island, Traralgon is another essential stop in Australia. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Narkoojee Winery, Gippsland Plains Rail Trail and Kay Street Garden.
