Flying from Melbourne to Busselton Margaret River Airport (BQB): What you need to know
Your journey comes together at Melbourne's main airport, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). Explore your options for catching a flight from Melbourne to Busselton Margaret River Airport (BQB) departing from this base.
Take a direct Melbourne to Busselton Margaret River Airport flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 4 hours 10 minutes.
Busselton is three hours behind Melbourne. Busselton Margaret River Airport is located in Busselton, which runs on the UTC+8 timezone.
Take your pick of 3 direct flights each week between Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) and Busselton Margaret River Airport (BQB). This is the busiest route, with Jetstar offering a 7:05am departure from MEL to BQB.
Your flight from Melbourne to BQB won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Flying over a peak time such as December? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
You can jump on a direct flight from Melbourne to Busselton Margaret River Airport (BQB) leaving from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).
When taking off from MEL, you can take a direct flight from Melbourne to Busselton Margaret River Airport with Jetstar.
The airline most travellers choose when flying between MEL and BQB is Jetstar.
Jetstar leads the way in punctuality. An exceptional 84.62% of its departures on this route complete the journey on schedule.
Located around 24 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Melbourne to Busselton Margaret River Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by staying at one of these stays close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, data shows 68% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
AVV is around 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. It takes 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
Getting everyone to the airport on time before your Melbourne to BQB flight is much easier when you stay near Avalon Airport. If you have an early departure, Corio Bay Motel will put you just a short drive away.
Flights from Avalon Airport have a track record for punctuality, with 80% of them arriving on schedule.
About Busselton Margaret River Airport (BQB)
Have a late flight from Melbourne to Busselton Margaret River Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Stay at one of these hotels near BQB and turn in quicker:
Hit the road running by picking up a Busselton Margaret River Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Avis or Budget to explore Busselton and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle around one week before your Melbourne to Busselton Margaret River Airport flight.
Getting from Busselton Margaret River Airport (BQB) to central Busselton
Central Busselton is roughly 11 kilometres from Busselton Margaret River Airport. Travel times by car hire or taxi will vary based on traffic conditions, so do some research ahead of your trip.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Busselton Margaret River Airport (BQB)
At the moment, $177 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Busselton Margaret River Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $354. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To snag cheap flights from Melbourne to BQB, book your ticket one month ahead of your departure date.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the best month for scoring an incredible deal on Melbourne to Busselton Margaret River Airport tickets. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
Be the first to know about deals for plane tickets from Melbourne to BQB by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when prices go down.
Filters make it easier to find a bargain for your flight from Melbourne to Busselton Margaret River Airport. Choose the departure times, airlines and number of stops that look good to you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to bring up the lowest fares right away.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Busselton Margaret River Airport (BQB)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Melbourne to Busselton Margaret River Airport (BQB). October is the most popular month to visit Busselton. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in June.
Book a Melbourne to BQB plane ticket departing in February if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Busselton to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
August sees temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Busselton Margaret River Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Busselton
Start your Busselton trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Melbourne to Busselton Margaret River Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Your trip to Busselton should come with a side of sightseeing. Leading attractions that belong on your itinerary include Underwater Observatory, Abbey Beach and Busselton Jetty.
Explore more of Australia
Perth is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be discovered once you've seen Busselton. Around 209 kilometres away to the north, its top attractions include Cottesloe Beach, Kings Park Observation Tower and City Beach.
Around 161 kilometres north of Busselton, Rockingham is another favourite stop in Australia. Experience major highlights starting with Palm Beach, Surf Reserve and Penguin Island.