Flying from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC): what you need to know
Anchorage is 19 hours behind Melbourne and is in the UTC-8 timezone.
To ensure you get on your MEL to ANC flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
If you want to tour another city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport is a well-known stop between MEL and ANC.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport flight is $905. A return fare is currently $1,872. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MEL to ANC if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
When it comes to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport's on-time performance, data shows 67.71% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport will take about 40 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to MEL? If you're catching an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC)
Consider booking a hotel near ANC if you have a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, Budget or Enterprise and experience the lesser-explored corners of Anchorage and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport about two weeks ahead.
Getting from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) to central Anchorage
Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to the centre of Anchorage has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Anchorage. If you want a quieter vibe, go in May.
Lock in your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport for July if you want to visit Anchorage during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MEL to ANC in January. Temperatures average between -21ºC (-6ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
Fairbanks is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Anchorage. Around 418 kilometres away to the north, its top attractions include Pioneer Park, Creamer's Field Migratory Waterfowl Refuge and Georgeson Botanical Garden.
If you're looking to explore another side of United States, consider Eagle River, about 21 kilometres north-east of Anchorage. Eagle River Greenbelt Trailhead, Chief Alex Park and King's Eagle River are highlights.