Flying from Melbourne to Ontario International Airport (ONT): what you need to know
Planning your getaway begins with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Melbourne. Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is the city's main base, so check out your options for booking a flight from Melbourne to Ontario International Airport (ONT) departing from here.
Ontario is 18 hours behind Melbourne. Ontario International Airport is located in Ontario, which operates on the UTC-7 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from Melbourne to ONT, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save money on your flight from Melbourne to ONT. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). Take a pause at one of these popular airports:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
From central Melbourne, MEL is approximately 24 kilometres away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to arrive at the terminal.
Looking for a handy hotel close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Melbourne to Ontario International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
About Ontario International Airport (ONT)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Melbourne to Ontario International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near ONT:
Getting from Ontario International Airport (ONT) to central Ontario
Ontario International Airport is approximately 6 kilometres from central Ontario. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 10 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour and 28 minutes to get there by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Ontario International Airport (ONT)
For a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Ontario International Airport, $623 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return flight from just $1,583. These are currently the lowest fares but are subject to change based on availability.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to get flight tickets from Melbourne to ONT. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the departure date.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your ticket from Melbourne to Ontario International Airport.
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Customise your trip by applying filters. Adjust the total duration, number of stops, and arrival and departure times to find the ideal flight from Melbourne to Ontario International Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' options first.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Ontario International Airport (ONT)
August is the busiest month to catch a flight from Melbourne to Ontario International Airport while May is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Ontario, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Before you book a flight from Melbourne to ONT, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Ontario, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 35ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Melbourne to Ontario International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC and 23ºC on average.
More about Ontario
Start your Ontario trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Melbourne to Ontario International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Graber Olive House, Anthony Munoz Park and James R. Bryant Dog Park are must-do's during your Ontario adventure.
Complete your Ontario trip with a car rental
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