Travelling from Melbourne to St John's International Airport (YYT): What you need to know
The timezone in St John's is UTC-4:30, which is 14 hours 30 minutes behind Melbourne. St John's International Airport is located in St John's.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from Melbourne to YYT. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like December. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and as much as four hours for international flights. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or find something to eat.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
MEL is about 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your break? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Melbourne to St John's International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:
Of the departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 68% arrive on time at their destination.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
AVV is about 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. It'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not spend another night away at a hotel near Avalon Airport? Before your Melbourne to YYT flight, make yourself comfortable at Corio Bay Motel.
Avalon Airport is known for its commitment to punctuality. 80% of flights out of here keep to their planned arrival schedule.
About St John's International Airport (YYT)
Have a late flight from Melbourne to St John's International Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Stay at one of these hotels near YYT and turn out the lights sooner:
Travel at your own speed with a St John's International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hertz, Thrifty or Avis and experience more of St John's and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Melbourne to St John's International Airport flight.
Getting from St John's International Airport (YYT) to central St John's
St John's International Airport is around 11 kilometres from the centre of St John's. It takes around 20 minutes or so to drive to the city.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to St John's International Airport (YYT)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to St John's International Airport is $1,996. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $3,465. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Melbourne to YYT if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
If you have some flexibility with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your Melbourne to St John's International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to St John's International Airport (YYT)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding when to fly. January is the quietest month to visit St John's. July is when most people book flights from Melbourne to St John's International Airport (YYT), which may be perfect if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Before locking in your Melbourne to YYT plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in St John's, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 20ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Melbourne to St John's International Airport in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -7ºC and 2ºC.
More about St John's
Once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to St John's International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring St John's:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be hard to know where to begin. Signal Hill, Cape Spear and Cabot Tower are highlights which should be on any good St John's itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
St John's will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Canada you should also see. About 257 kilometres northwest of St John's, a trip to Grand Falls-Windsor will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Roman Catholic Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Canyon Park Walking Trail and Salmonid Interpretation Centre.
Around 241 kilometres west of St John's, Grand Bank is another favourite stop in Canada. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Marine Hike, Victoria Hall Museum and Seaman's Provincial Museum.
