Travelling from Melbourne to Kalgoorlie Airport (KGI): What you need to know
Kick off your travels at one of Melbourne's main airports, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) or Avalon Airport (AVV). Check out your options for booking a flight from Melbourne to Kalgoorlie Airport (KGI) jetting off from either of these.
The timezone in Kalgoorlie is UTC+8, which is three hours behind Melbourne. Kalgoorlie Airport is located in Kalgoorlie.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Melbourne to KGI. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Heading off during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
MEL is around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 40 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Melbourne to Kalgoorlie Airport, these stays will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
Of all flights departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% land on time at their destination.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
AVV is around 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. It takes 50 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 2 hours 5 minutes.
Getting to the airport on time before your Melbourne to KGI flight is much easier when you stay close to Avalon Airport. If you have an early departure, Corio Bay Motel gives you a head start on the journey.
Avalon Airport has earned its reputation for punctuality. 80.09% of flights taking off from here keep to their planned arrival schedule.
About Kalgoorlie Airport (KGI)
Consider booking a hotel close to KGI if you're catching a late flight from Melbourne to Kalgoorlie Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and say goodnight sooner:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Kalgoorlie Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Hertz or Budget and explore beyond Kalgoorlie's main sights.
Booking your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Melbourne to Kalgoorlie Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Kalgoorlie Airport (KGI) to central Kalgoorlie
Central Kalgoorlie is around 2 kilometres from Kalgoorlie Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary based on traffic conditions and time of day, so do some research before you go.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Kalgoorlie Airport (KGI)
Currently, $413 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Kalgoorlie Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $884. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Melbourne to KGI. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Melbourne to Kalgoorlie Airport tickets across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
There's no need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know when a lower fare pops up on flight tickets from Melbourne to KGI.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Melbourne to Kalgoorlie Airport.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Kalgoorlie Airport (KGI)
July is the most popular month for flights from Melbourne to Kalgoorlie Airport (KGI). Visit Kalgoorlie in February for a more laid-back experience.
The warmest month in Kalgoorlie is January, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Lock in your Melbourne to KGI flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Kalgoorlie Airport in July if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF).
More about Kalgoorlie
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Kalgoorlie right here. Browse these options once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Kalgoorlie Airport:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Kalgoorlie War Memorial, Cutbush Park and Goldfields Little Loads & Gardens are attractions you won't want to skip in Kalgoorlie.
Explore more of Australia
You've seen Kalgoorlie, now it's time to explore other corners of Australia. Travel about 209 kilometres north to Leonora to tick off its top attractions. From Mount Leonora to Leonora Gwalia Historical Museum and Herbert Hoover House, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Your trip through Australia wouldn't be complete without a stop in Southern Cross. Southern Cross Skate Park and Southern Cross Dog Park are just a couple of highlights in this destination, which is about 209 kilometres west of Kalgoorlie.