Flying from Kalgoorlie Airport (KGI) to Melbourne: what you need to know
Kalgoorlie Airport is located in Kalgoorlie. Based in the UTC+11 timezone, Melbourne is 3 hours ahead of Kalgoorlie.
To ensure you get on your flight from KGI to Melbourne, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
You don't need a visa or passport to travel within Australia. You will need a valid form of identification however, like a driver's licence or ID card. Make sure they're on your packing checklist after booking your cheap tickets from Kalgoorlie Airport to Melbourne.
Located around 6 kilometres from the centre of Kalgoorlie, KGI can be reached in approximately 8 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 12 minutes.
After a relaxed start to your break? Stay near KGI. Whether you're catching an early flight from Kalgoorlie Airport to Melbourne or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
How to find the cheapest flights from Kalgoorlie Airport (KGI) to Melbourne
RM1,121 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Kalgoorlie Airport to Melbourne. For a return flight on this route, the best price is RM2,340. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from KGI to Melbourne, book in advance. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first released.
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Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 28 minutes.
It typically takes 42 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Kalgoorlie Airport to Melbourne. Book one of these accommodation options near MEL instead:
Avalon Airport (AVV)
After your flight from Kalgoorlie Airport to Melbourne has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in around 51 minutes by car. Central Melbourne is approximately 56 kilometres from Avalon Airport (AVV).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 2 hours and 4 minutes.
Little River Bed and Breakfast is one accommodation option within a short drive of AVV. Make yourself at home here after your flight from KGI to Melbourne and then hang the 'Do not disturb' sign for some uninterrupted rest.
Best time to go to Melbourne
July is the busiest month to hop on a flight from Kalgoorlie Airport to Melbourne while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Melbourne, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC and 29ºC. Book your flights from Kalgoorlie Airport to Melbourne in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
July has average temperatures of between 4ºC and 13ºC. Look for cheap flights from KGI to Melbourne around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Melbourne
Start your Melbourne trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Kalgoorlie Airport to Melbourne, check out our selection of hotels including:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Federation Square, National Gallery of Victoria and Eureka Skydeck 88 are essential stops on your Melbourne itinerary.
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