Flying from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Broken Hill Airport (BHQ): what you need to know
To ensure you get on your MEL to BHQ flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak time like January? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Break up your flight or take a detour to a new city with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Broken Hill Airport. Many passengers pass through Adelaide Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Broken Hill Airport (BHQ)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Broken Hill Airport flight is $472. A round-trip ticket right now is $946. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from MEL to BHQ. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Broken Hill Airport across every month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Find the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Broken Hill Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Of all flights leaving Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% arrive on time at their destination.
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is about 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 40 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Broken Hill Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to MEL:
Arriving at Broken Hill Airport (BHQ)
Book a hotel near BHQ if you're taking a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Broken Hill Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a Broken Hill Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Sixt, Hertz or Avis to explore Broken Hill and beyond.
To lock in the lowest rate, reserve your ride from Broken Hill Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance. Prices typically go up closer to your date of travel.
Getting from Broken Hill Airport (BHQ) to central Broken Hill
Broken Hill Airport is roughly 11 kilometres from the centre of Broken Hill. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour 50 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Broken Hill Airport (BHQ)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Broken Hill Airport. January is the busiest month to head to Broken Hill. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in May.
Before locking in your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Broken Hill Airport, think about the type of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Broken Hill, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC to 37ºC.
July sees average temperatures of between 6ºC and 17ºC. Search for cheap tickets from MEL to BHQ around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Australia
Broken Hill has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Australia just waiting to be explored. Around 418 kilometres south-west of Broken Hill, a visit to Adelaide will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Adelaide Botanic Garden, Glenelg Beach and Adelaide Oval.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Australia, head for Mildura, roughly 257 kilometres south of Broken Hill. Mildura Riverfront, Mildura Arts Centre & Rio Vista Homestead and Orange World are the start of reasons to visit.
