Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Longreach Airport (LRE): what you need to know
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
If you'd like to explore a different city during your journey, think about a flight with a stopover. To see your options for flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Longreach Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Brisbane Airport is a popular stop between MEL and LRE.
For a domestic flight within Australia, you don't need a visa or passport. However, you'll have to show another form of identification, such as an ID card or driver's license. Once you've found your cheap ticket from MEL to LRE, check your ID is valid before you fly.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Longreach Airport (LRE)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Longreach Airport is $449. The cheapest price for a return flight is $898. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flight tickets from MEL to LRE, book early. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Longreach Airport.
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Use filters to tailor your flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Longreach Airport. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is about 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 28 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 42 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Longreach Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near MEL:
Arriving at Longreach Airport (LRE)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Longreach Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near LRE instead:
Getting from Longreach Airport (LRE) to central Longreach
Longreach Airport to the centre of Longreach is about 5 minutes by car. It's approximately 3 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.
When to fly to Longreach Airport (LRE)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Longreach Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Longreach. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Longreach Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. December is the warmest month in Longreach, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC to 39ºC.
Look for cheap flight tickets from MEL to LRE in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºC and 24ºC on average.
More about Longreach
Start your Longreach trip right by finding a wonderful place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from MEL to LRE, have a look at our accommodation options including:
Australian Stockman's Hall of Fame and Outback Heritage Centre and Camden Park Station are just the start of the popular attractions to add to your Longreach travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Ilfracombe Machinery & Heritage Museum.
Complete your Longreach trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not the only thing we're good at. Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Longreach Airport, explore our car rental offers that'll give you the flexibility to travel around at your own pace. Next, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the perfect Longreach stay.