Travelling from Melbourne to Invercargill Airport (IVC): What you need to know
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is Melbourne's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Melbourne to Invercargill Airport (IVC) jetting off from here.
The timezone in Invercargill is UTC+13, which is two hours ahead of Melbourne. Invercargill Airport is located in Invercargill.
Your flight from Melbourne to IVC won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
If you're flying during a bank holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Melbourne to IVC. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
Auckland Airport (AKL)
Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
Wellington International Airport (WLG)
MEL is about 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 40 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Melbourne to Invercargill Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are the answer:
Of all flights departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% arrive on time at their destination.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
AVV is about 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. It'll take 50 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours 5 minutes.
It's holiday time, so why not book another night away at a hotel close to Avalon Airport? Before your Melbourne to IVC flight, treat yourself to a stay at Corio Bay Motel.
Flights from Avalon Airport have a track record for punctuality, with 80.09% of them arriving on schedule.
About Invercargill Airport (IVC)
If you have a late flight from Melbourne to Invercargill Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near IVC:
Hit the road running by picking up an Invercargill Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Ezi, GO Rentals or Thrifty to explore Invercargill and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your Melbourne to Invercargill Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Invercargill Airport (IVC)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Invercargill Airport is $457. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $550. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Melbourne to IVC. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
Cheap Melbourne to Invercargill Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across the month and then pick the cheapest day.
Finding a cheap flight ticket from Melbourne to IVC is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a lower fare pops up.
Filters make it easier to scoop up a deal on your flight from Melbourne to Invercargill Airport. Choose the departure times, airlines and number of stops that line up with your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the most affordable option fast.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Invercargill Airport (IVC)
Think about your travel style when picking your flight dates. January is the quietest month to visit Invercargill. July is when most people book flights from Melbourne to Invercargill Airport (IVC), which may be perfect if you're after more excitement.
Book a Melbourne to IVC flight ticket departing in January if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Invercargill to range from 8ºC (46ºF) to 22ºC (72ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Invercargill Airport in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC (37ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).
More about Invercargill
Once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Invercargill Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Invercargill:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Aurora Australis viewpoint, Southland Museum & Art Gallery and St. Mary's Basilica are essential stops on your Invercargill itinerary.
Explore more of New Zealand
You've seen Invercargill, now it's time to explore more of New Zealand. Travel around 177 kilometres east to Dunedin to tick off its leading sights. From Dunedin Botanic Garden to Saint Kilda Beach and Sandfly Bay, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Oamaru is another must-experience destination in New Zealand and is around 257 kilometres north-east of Invercargill. No journey is complete without dropping by Oamaru Whitestone Penguin, Oamaru Victorian Precinct and Steampunk HQ.
