Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to New Plymouth Airport (NPL): what you need to know
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to New Plymouth Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between MEL and NPL include:
Auckland Airport
Christchurch International Airport
Wellington International Airport
To find out if you need a visa to enter New Zealand, contact your carrier and the local embassy or consulate. They'll have the most up-to-date details, including any other travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from MEL to NPL.
Arriving at New Plymouth Airport (NPL)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to New Plymouth Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near NPL instead:
Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 28 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 42 minutes.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near MEL. Whether you have an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to New Plymouth Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
More about New Plymouth
Start your New Plymouth trip right by finding a great place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from MEL to NPL, have a look at our range of hotel options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Pukekura Park, Govett-Brewster Art Gallery / Len Lye Centre and Te Rewa Rewa Bridge are major attractions which should feature on every New Plymouth itinerary.
Getting from New Plymouth Airport (NPL) to central New Plymouth
From New Plymouth Airport, New Plymouth is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 14 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Complete your New Plymouth trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to New Plymouth Airport, check out the lowest prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one place to get the best car rental price for your New Plymouth getaway.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to New Plymouth Airport (NPL)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to New Plymouth Airport is $402. The cheapest price for a return flight is $959. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score flight tickets from MEL to NPL, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
Getting flight tickets from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to New Plymouth Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across the month and land a great deal.
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Take advantage of filters to find the best trip for you. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to New Plymouth Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
When to fly to New Plymouth Airport (NPL)
The quietest month for a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to New Plymouth Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit New Plymouth based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in New Plymouth is February, with temperatures ranging between 13 ºC and 22 ºC. Book your flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to New Plymouth Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for flight tickets from MEL to NPL in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7 ºC and 13 ºC on average.