Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Perth Airport (PER): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Perth Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 15 minutes.
Perth's timezone is UTC+8, making Perth three hours behind Melbourne.
Flights from MEL to PER start at 06:10 — the earliest with Jetstar. The last departure is at 22:50 with Jetstar. Overall, you can choose from 124 weekly Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Perth Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your MEL to PER flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like December, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
You can travel nonstop to Perth, Australia. Prepare for takeoff with one of these carriers offering direct flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Perth Airport:
Most travellers choose to travel with Qantas on this route.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrival rate for MEL to PER flights is Qantas.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Perth Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between MEL and PER include:
Adelaide Airport
Canberra Airport
Hobart Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Perth Airport (PER)
$167 is the lowest price for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Perth Airport flight. Return flights start at $343. These fares can change based on availability.
Score cheap tickets from MEL to PER by booking four months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Organise your trip for September. That's the cheapest month for flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Perth Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from MEL to PER.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Perth Airport.
Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Of the departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 63% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Melbourne to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is approximately 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near MEL? If you're boarding an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Perth Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Perth Airport (PER)
If you have a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Perth Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near PER:
Grab a Perth Airport rental car and explore Perth and beyond with your own wheels. SafeDrive Car Rentals, City Centre Car Rentals and No birds are leading providers you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Perth Airport around one week in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
When to fly to Perth Airport (PER)
The quietest month for a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Perth Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Perth based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Perth Airport, think about the type of weather you like. February is the warmest month in Perth, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MEL to PER in July. Average temperatures are between 9ºC (48ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) then.
Explore more of Australia
Rockingham is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Perth. Around 40 kilometres away to the south, popular attractions include Penguin Island, Rockingham Wild Encounters and Penguin Island Sand Bar.
Around 64 kilometres south of Perth, Mandurah is another essential stop in Australia. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Silver Sands Beach, Yalgorup National Park and Town Beach.