Flying from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Las Vegas: what you need to know
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is located in Melbourne. Following the UTC-7 timezone, Las Vegas is 18 hours behind Melbourne.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your MEL to Las Vegas flight.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow a little extra breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book flight tickets from MEL to Las Vegas with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. The most sought-after stopovers include:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL)
Travelling from central Melbourne to MEL takes about 40 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a hotel close to MEL? If you're catching an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Las Vegas, these accommodation options set you up for a seamless send-off:
67.71% of flights that depart Melbourne Tullamarine Airport arrive at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Las Vegas
$638 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Las Vegas flight. A return flight ticket right now is $1,202. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from MEL to Las Vegas. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Las Vegas ticket.
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Airports in Las Vegas
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS) is around 19 kilometres from central Las Vegas. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive takes roughly 15 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
If you have a late flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Las Vegas, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near LAS:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Alamo and explore beyond Las Vegas's main sights.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) about one week in advance of your flight from MEL to Las Vegas.
You'll find LAS at 5757 Wayne Newton Boulevard.
Best time to go to Las Vegas
Plan your trip to Las Vegas during the high season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Las Vegas in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
The warmest month in Las Vegas is July, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF). Book your Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Las Vegas flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from MEL to Las Vegas in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) on average.
More about Las Vegas
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Las Vegas right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Las Vegas:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Fountains of Bellagio, Las Vegas Strip and Fremont Street Experience are leading attractions which should feature on any well-planned Las Vegas itinerary.
Explore more of United States
You've done Las Vegas, now it's time to discover other corners of United States. Journey about 370 kilometres south-west to Los Angeles to check off its leading attractions. From Griffith Observatory to The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 418 kilometres south-east of Las Vegas, Phoenix is another favourite stop in United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park.