Travelling from Melbourne to Bay of Islands Airport (KKE): What you need to know
The timezone in Kerikeri is UTC+13, which is two hours ahead of Melbourne. Bay of Islands Airport is located in Kerikeri.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from Melbourne to KKE.
During popular months like December, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Stopovers offer a great opportunity to discover a new place or just take a break during your trip. When looking for a cheap flight from Melbourne to KKE, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to explore all potential stops. Auckland Airport (AKL) is an option when leaving from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).
Travelling from central Melbourne to MEL takes around 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Have an early flight from Melbourne to Bay of Islands Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by picking one of these stays close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
68% of flights taking off from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
You can get to AVV from central Melbourne in approximately 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Relax before your Melbourne to KKE flight at a hotel close to Avalon Airport. Corio Bay Motel is one option where you can roll out of bed and get to the airport with time to spare.
The majority of flights that depart Avalon Airport touch down at their destination on schedule. It maintains a high on-time performance rate of 80%.
About Bay of Islands Airport (KKE)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Melbourne to Bay of Islands Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near KKE instead:
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Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride around two weeks before your Melbourne to Bay of Islands Airport flight.
Getting from Bay of Islands Airport (KKE) to central Kerikeri
Bay of Islands Airport is around 8 kilometres from the centre of Kerikeri. It takes around 10 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Bay of Islands Airport (KKE)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Bay of Islands Airport is $758. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,074. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap flights from Melbourne to KKE, book early. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Melbourne to Bay of Islands Airport tickets across each month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
You don't need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you when a new deal shows up on plane tickets from Melbourne to KKE.
Tailor your travel plans using filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Melbourne to Bay of Islands Airport.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Bay of Islands Airport (KKE)
February is when most people book flights from Melbourne to Bay of Islands Airport (KKE). Plan your visit to Kerikeri in April for a more low-key escape.
Lock in a Melbourne to KKE plane ticket departing in February if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Kerikeri to range from 14ºC to 25ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Bay of Islands Airport in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC and 15ºC.
More about Kerikeri
Once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Bay of Islands Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Kerikeri:
Your trip to Kerikeri should come with a bit of sightseeing. Top attractions worth exploring include Rainbow Falls (Waianiwaniwa), Rainbow Falls Walk and KeriKeri New Zealand.
Explore more of New Zealand
Auckland is just one of the many cities in New Zealand waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Kerikeri. Around 193 kilometres away to the southeast, top sights here include Rangitoto Island, Auckland Bridge Climb and Bungy and Auckland Waterfront.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in New Zealand, consider Manukau City, roughly 209 kilometres southeast of Kerikeri. Japanese park, Rainbow Playlab and C3 Manukau are among the biggest draws.
