Flying from Melbourne to Newcastle Airport (NTL): What you need to know
Your adventure gets underway at one of Melbourne's main airports, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) or Avalon Airport (AVV). Check out your options for booking a flight from Melbourne to Newcastle Airport (NTL) jetting off from either of these bases.
1 hour 35 minutes is the average travel time for a direct Melbourne to Newcastle Airport flight.
Newcastle (where Newcastle Airport is located) and Melbourne share the UTC+11 timezone. Same timezone means no confusion when scheduling your trip.
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Newcastle Airport (NTL) is the most popular route. There are 35 direct weekly departures to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, hop on the last flight with Qantas at 7:25pm. Opt for the first MEL to NTL departure with Virgin Australia Regional at 6:15am if you'd rather get a move on.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from Melbourne to NTL.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow a bit more breathing room. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Melbourne to Newcastle Airport (NTL) operate out of this terminal.
At MEL, you'll find a good selection of airlines that offer direct flights from Melbourne to Newcastle Airport, including:
Jetstar is the airline most travellers choose for flights from MEL to NTL.
Among carriers operating on this route, Virgin Australia Regional leads the way for on-time arrivals.
The journey from central Melbourne to MEL takes about 40 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a comfortable hotel close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Melbourne to Newcastle Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Of the departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% arrive on time at their destination.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
AVV is about 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. It'll take you 50 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours 5 minutes.
It's holiday time, so why not book an extra night away at a hotel near Avalon Airport? Before your Melbourne to NTL flight, make yourself comfortable at Corio Bay Motel.
The majority of flights that leave Avalon Airport get to their destination as expected. It boasts a strong on-time performance rate of 80.09%.
About Newcastle Airport (NTL)
Get off your flight from Melbourne to Newcastle Airport and jump into your hotel bed soon after. If you want a comfortable option that's not too far from NTL, make your way to Sleepy Hill Motor Inn.
Pick up a Newcastle Airport rental car and explore Newcastle and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, Europcar and Sixt are popular outlets to choose from here.
For the best deal, book your ride around two weeks ahead of your Melbourne to Newcastle Airport flight.
Getting from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to central Newcastle
Newcastle Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Newcastle. How long it'll take to get there in a car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Newcastle Airport (NTL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Newcastle Airport is $69. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $126. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap flights from Melbourne to NTL, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
Cheap Melbourne to Newcastle Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across every month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Newcastle Airport (NTL)
April is the quietest month for flights from Melbourne to Newcastle Airport (NTL), while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Newcastle based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Newcastle is January, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your Melbourne to NTL flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
July sees temperatures of between 9ºC and 18ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Newcastle Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Newcastle
After booking your flight from Melbourne to Newcastle Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Newcastle:
Your Newcastle trip isn't complete without checking out the sights. Highlights that should be on your list include Merewether Beach, Bathers Way Coastal Walk and Nobbys Beach.
Explore more of Australia
Sydney is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be explored once you've seen Newcastle. Around 137 kilometres away to the south-west, well-known attractions include Sydney Harbour, Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Harbour.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in Australia, head for Wollongong, about 209 kilometres south-west of Newcastle. Wollongong Beach, Pulpit Rock and Brighton Beach are highlights.