Flying from Melbourne to Shark Bay Airport (MJK): What you need to know
Monkey Mia is three hours behind Melbourne. Shark Bay Airport is located in Monkey Mia, which is in the UTC+8 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Melbourne to MJK. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Popular months like December or other peak seasons mean longer queues and potential delays. Stick to your schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
MEL is around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Melbourne to Shark Bay Airport, these stays will put you conveniently close to check-in:
Of the flights that depart from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 68% land on time at their destination.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
You can get to AVV from the centre of Melbourne in approximately 1 hour 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
You're going on holiday, so why not book another night away at a hotel close to Avalon Airport? Before your Melbourne to MJK flight, make yourself comfortable at Corio Bay Motel.
The majority of flights that depart Avalon Airport land at their destination on schedule. It boasts a strong on-time performance rate of 80%.
About Shark Bay Airport (MJK)
Consider checking in to Heritage Resort Shark Bay after your flight from Melbourne to Shark Bay Airport. It's a quick drive from MJK and a comfortable option if you're eager to relax as soon as possible.
Getting from Shark Bay Airport (MJK) to central Monkey Mia
Central Monkey Mia is around 18 kilometres from Shark Bay Airport. Travel times by taxi or car hire will vary depending on traffic conditions, so do some research before your trip.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Shark Bay Airport (MJK)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Shark Bay Airport is $542. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,322. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Melbourne to MJK. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
Cheap Melbourne to Shark Bay Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across every month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Shark Bay Airport (MJK)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding the best time to fly. December is the quietest month to go to Monkey Mia. October is when most people book flights from Melbourne to Shark Bay Airport (MJK), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
The warmest month in Monkey Mia is February, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your Melbourne to MJK plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Melbourne to Shark Bay Airport in July when temperatures are between 14ºC (57ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF).
More about Monkey Mia
Book your flight from Melbourne to Shark Bay Airport and then find the perfect place to base yourself at. RAC Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort is a traveller favourite in Monkey Mia.
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Wildsights Cruises, Monkey Mia Conservation Park entry station and Aristocat2 Perfect Nature Cruises are essential stops on your Monkey Mia itinerary.
Explore more of Australia
Monkey Mia will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Australia just waiting to be explored. Around 113 kilometres north of Monkey Mia, a trip to Carnarvon will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Carnarvon Space and Technology Museum, HMAS Sydney Memorial and Gwoonwardu Mia - Gascoyne Aboriginal Heritage and Culture Centre.
Around 209 kilometres south of Monkey Mia, Kalbarri is another essential stop in Australia. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Murchison River, Rainbow Jungle and Bigurda Trail.
