Travelling from Melbourne to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ): What you need to know
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is Melbourne's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Melbourne to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ) departing from here.
Aberdeen International Airport is located in Aberdeen. The city is in the UTC+0 timezone and is 11 hours behind Melbourne.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from Melbourne to ABZ.
In peak travel periods, allow for extended wait times and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international trips.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The journey from central Melbourne to MEL takes around 40 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Melbourne to Aberdeen International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by picking one of these hotels near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
When it comes to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport's on-time performance, 67.71% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
You can arrive at AVV from central Melbourne in about 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport takes roughly 2 hours 5 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
Getting everyone to the airport on time before your Melbourne to ABZ flight is so much easier when you stay close to Avalon Airport. If you have an early departure, Corio Bay Motel will put you a short ride from the airport.
The majority of flights that depart Avalon Airport touch down at their destination within the expected time frame. It maintains a high on-time performance rate of 80.09%.
About Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ)
Have a late flight from Melbourne to Aberdeen International Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Check in to one of these hotels near ABZ and give yourself a well-earned lights-out:
Grab an Aberdeen International Airport rental car and explore Aberdeen and beyond with your own set of wheels. Drivalia, Alamo and Budget are top providers to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your Melbourne to Aberdeen International Airport flight.
Getting from Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ) to central Aberdeen
The centre of Aberdeen is around 8 kilometres from Aberdeen International Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary depending on time of day, so do some research before your trip.
It takes around 45 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ)
$907 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Aberdeen International Airport. A return flight starts at $1,686. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
To find cheap flights from Melbourne to ABZ, book in advance. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Melbourne to Aberdeen International Airport tickets across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Melbourne to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ). June is the most popular month to visit Aberdeen. If you prefer a quieter vibe, head there in April.
Before locking in your Melbourne to ABZ flight ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Aberdeen, with temperatures ranging from 9ºC (48ºF) to 18ºC (64ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Aberdeen International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Aberdeen
Once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Aberdeen 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 Aberdeen:
Your Aberdeen trip should come with a side of sightseeing. Big-name attractions worth exploring include St. Andrew's Cathedral, Aberdeen beach front and RSPB Dolphinwatch.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Aberdeen has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of the United Kingdom just waiting to be explored. About 193 kilometres south-west of Aberdeen, a visit to Glasgow will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Hogmanay, Glasgow West End and Glasgow Cathedral.
Edinburgh is another favourite destination in the United Kingdom and is around 153 kilometres south-west of Aberdeen. No journey is complete without visiting Edinburgh Castle, Crown Jewels and Шотландия.