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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Newcastle to Melbourne Airport:

• Earliest: departs at 06:00 and lands at 07:45
• Latest: departs at 21:00 and lands at 22:45.

The flight takes about 1h 45m.

Only Economy class is available on flights from Newcastle to Melbourne Airport.

A direct flight from Newcastle to Melbourne Airport takes 1h 45m, covering 518 miles.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.

Return flights from Newcastle to Melbourne Airport range from £109 to £184, with an average of £142 over the past 12 months. Anything below £109 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 26% above the £142 route average. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £18–£75 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A320-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Jetstar and Qantas Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Newcastle to Melbourne Airport flights, with 40% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 40%, Night flights for 20%, and Evening flights for 0%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £92 to £871. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

One-way fares from Newcastle to Melbourne Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £93, which is 11% above the typical average for this route.

Melbourne Airport (MEL) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging £32 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Bargain Car Rentals
• East Coast Car Rentals
• EverythingFleet
• Ace Rental Cars
• Simba Car Hire

Flights from Newcastle to Melbourne Airport usually depart from Newcastle Williamtown (NTL) and arrive at Melbourne (MEL).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Newcastle to Melbourne Airport route, 19% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 37m.

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 25% on flights from Newcastle to Melbourne Airport. Monday is the cheapest departure day at £117 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at £156, a difference of £39.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

3 airlines operate flights between Newcastle and Melbourne Airport. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• Jetstar
• Qantas Airways
• Virgin Australia

Some of the most popular sights in Melbourne Airport are Carlton Gardens, Marvel Stadium, and Flinders Street Station. These are among the most viewed places in Melbourne Airport on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Newcastle to Melbourne Airport flights:

• Virgin Australia: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Jetstar: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Virgin Australia: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Qantas Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

At Newcastle Airport, departures are located on the ground floor, ensuring that all passengers can move easily through the terminal. Accessible drop-off locations are available in the Short Stay Car Park 1. Disabled toilets can be found throughout the terminal and airlines can provide wheelchairs on request.

Parents’ rooms are located throughout the terminals at Newcastle and Melbourne Airports, where you can feed or change your baby in privacy. You can also find kid-friendly meals and snacks at the eateries at both airports, including toasted sandwiches, fruit juice and ice cream.

Melbourne Airport is located about 25 km from the CBD. The easiest way to travel from Melbourne Airport to the city centre is via SkyBus City Express, which takes around 22min and costs approximately A$ 15 per adult. Buses run every 15min and free Wi-Fi is offered on board. If you prefer to take a taxi to the CBD, this will take roughly 30min and cost about A$ 50, depending on where you’re going.