Question 1

How long does a flight from Melbourne to Perth take?

Accepted Answer

The average direct flight takes 4h 05m, covering a distance of 4,343 km. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 2

How many flights are there between Melbourne Airport and Perth per day?

Accepted Answer

Each day, there are between 13 and 20 nonstop flights that take off from Melbourne Airport and land in Perth, with an average flight time of 4h 10m. The most common departure time is 7:00 a.m. and most flights take off in the afternoon. Each week, there are 124 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Monday, when 16% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Saturday. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 3

How many flights are there between Melbourne Airport and Perth per day?

Accepted Answer

Each day, there are between 13 and 20 nonstop flights that take off from Melbourne Airport and land in Perth, with an average flight time of 4h 10m. The most common departure time is 7:00 a.m. and most flights take off in the afternoon. Each week, there are 124 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Monday, when 16% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Saturday. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 4

What is the cheapest flight from Melbourne Airport to Perth?

Accepted Answer

In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Perth was C$ 247 for a one-way ticket and C$ 340 for a round-trip. <a href='/flight-routes/Melbourne-MEL/Perth-PER'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 5

Which airlines fly most frequently between Melbourne and Perth?

Accepted Answer

Melbourne and Perth are connected by different airlines. The airlines that fly that route the most regularly are Virgin Australia (59 flights per week), Qantas Airways (47 flights per week), and Jetstar (18 flights per week). Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 6

Which airlines fly most frequently between Melbourne and Perth?

Accepted Answer

Melbourne and Perth are connected by different airlines. The airlines that fly that route the most regularly are Virgin Australia (59 flights per week), Qantas Airways (47 flights per week), and Jetstar (18 flights per week). Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 7

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne to Perth?

Accepted Answer

For Melbourne to Perth, Sunday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Saturday is the most expensive. Flying from Perth back to Melbourne, the best deals are generally found on Tuesday, with Monday being the most expensive. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 8

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne to Perth?

Accepted Answer

For Melbourne to Perth, Sunday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Saturday is the most expensive. Flying from Perth back to Melbourne, the best deals are generally found on Tuesday, with Monday being the most expensive. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 9

Which airports will I be using when flying from Melbourne to Perth?

Accepted Answer

Melbourne and Perth are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave Melbourne from Melbourne and will be arriving at Perth. <a href='/flight-routes/Melbourne-MEL/Perth-PER'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 10

What’s the earliest departure time from Melbourne to Perth?

Accepted Answer

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Melbourne Airport at 6:40 am and will be landing in Perth at 7:45 am.

Question 11

What’s the latest departure time from Melbourne to Perth?

Accepted Answer

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Melbourne Airport to Perth jets off at 9:45 pm and lands at 11:00 pm.

Question 12

Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Melbourne to Perth?

Accepted Answer

The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Melbourne to Perth flight route.

Question 13

On which days can I fly direct from Melbourne to Perth?

Accepted Answer

There are direct flights from Melbourne to Perth on a daily basis.

Question 14

What lounges are available in the domestic terminal of Melbourne Airport?

Accepted Answer

Domestic flights operate from Melbourne T1, T3 and T4. If you want to relax in a comfortable area before your flight to Perth, there are three options of airline lounges. These include Virgin Australia Lounge in Terminal 3, The Qantas Club in Terminal 1 and REX Lounge in Terminal 4. Please check with your airline to see if you are eligible to use these lounges.

Question 15

How do I get to Melbourne Airport from Melbourne centre?

Accepted Answer

There is a dedicated shuttle bus that makes the journey from Southern Cross Station to Melbourne Airport in roughly 19min and costs around A$ 15 one way. You can also take a taxi or rideshare service. The time to the airport from Melbourne centre will be about the same as the shuttle bus but the price will be A$ 45-70.

Question 16

How do I get to Avalon Airport (AVV) from Melbourne centre?

Accepted Answer

It’s rare but possible that you’ll fly from Avalon Airport via Sydney to Perth. From Melbourne centre, it’s generally a 45min drive to Avalon Airport. You have the option of taking a taxi or rideshare service. There is also a direct public bus that runs between Melbourne’s Southern Cross Station to Avalon Airport; the tickets for a one-way journey cost roughly A$ 24.

Question 17

What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Perth?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month for flights from Melbourne Airport to Perth is May, where tickets cost C$ 368 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and October, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is C$ 567 and C$ 525 respectively.

Question 18

What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Perth?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month for flights from Melbourne Airport to Perth is May, where tickets cost C$ 368 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and October, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is C$ 567 and C$ 525 respectively.

Question 19

How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Melbourne to Perth?

Accepted Answer

KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Melbourne to Perth. <a href='/flight-routes/Melbourne-MEL/Perth-PER'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 20

How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Melbourne to Perth?

Accepted Answer

KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Perth from Melbourne is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now. <a href='/flight-routes/Melbourne-MEL/Perth-PER'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 21

What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Melbourne to Perth?

Accepted Answer

Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Perth with an airline and back to Melbourne with another airline. <a href='/flight-routes/Melbourne-MEL/Perth-PER'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 22

What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Melbourne to Perth?

Accepted Answer

Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Perth from Melbourne up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best. <a href='/flight-routes/Melbourne-MEL/Perth-PER'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 23

How often are flights from Melbourne to Perth delayed?

Accepted Answer

Weekly flights between Melbourne and Perth historically see delays in approximately 21% of cases, with the average delay over the past year being 103 minutes.

Question 24

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Melbourne to Perth flights?

Accepted Answer

Based on our data, Etihad Airways have experienced the fewest delays on this route in the past 12 months, with only about 16% of their flights encountering any delays.

Question 25

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

Statistically, Saturday is the day of the week with the fewest delays on this flight route, while Wednesday has typically experienced more delays than other days.

Question 26

What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to Perth flights?

Accepted Answer

Typically, flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to face fewer delays, whereas flights in the evening have historically encountered delays more often.

Question 27

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Melbourne Airport and Perth?

Accepted Answer

There are 2 cabin class options for the route. These are Business and Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Question 28

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Melbourne Airport and Perth?

Accepted Answer

There are 2 cabin class options for the route. These are Business and Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Question 29

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Perth?

Accepted Answer

In the past 3 days, the cheapest round-trip tickets from Melbourne to Perth were found on Jetstar (C$ 340) and Virgin Australia (C$ 482).

Question 30

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Perth?

Accepted Answer

In the past 3 days, the cheapest round-trip tickets from Melbourne to Perth were found on Jetstar (C$ 340) and Virgin Australia (C$ 482).

Question 31

How far in advance should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Perth?

Accepted Answer

To get a below average price on the flight from Melbourne Airport to Perth, you should book around 5 weeks before departure, which saves you about 23% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 17 weeks before departure.

Question 32

How far in advance should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Perth?

Accepted Answer

To get a below average price on the flight from Melbourne Airport to Perth, you should book around 5 weeks before departure, which saves you about 23% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 17 weeks before departure.

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What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne to Perth?

For Melbourne to Perth, Sunday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Saturday is the most expensive. Flying from Perth back to Melbourne, the best deals are generally found on Tuesday, with Monday being the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Perth?

The cheapest month for flights from Melbourne Airport to Perth is May, where tickets cost C$ 368 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and October, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is C$ 567 and C$ 525 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Perth?

To get a below average price on the flight from Melbourne Airport to Perth, you should book around 5 weeks before departure, which saves you about 23% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 17 weeks before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Perth?

In the past 3 days, the cheapest round-trip tickets from Melbourne to Perth were found on Jetstar (C$ 340) and Virgin Australia (C$ 482).

Which airlines fly most frequently between Melbourne and Perth?

Melbourne and Perth are connected by different airlines. The airlines that fly that route the most regularly are Virgin Australia (59 flights per week), Qantas Airways (47 flights per week), and Jetstar (18 flights per week).

How often are flights from Melbourne to Perth delayed?

Weekly flights between Melbourne and Perth historically see delays in approximately 21% of cases, with the average delay over the past year being 103 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to Perth flights?

Typically, flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to face fewer delays, whereas flights in the evening have historically encountered delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Statistically, Saturday is the day of the week with the fewest delays on this flight route, while Wednesday has typically experienced more delays than other days.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Melbourne to Perth flights?

Based on our data, Etihad Airways have experienced the fewest delays on this route in the past 12 months, with only about 16% of their flights encountering any delays.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Melbourne Airport and Perth?

There are 2 cabin class options for the route. These are Business and Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

How many flights are there between Melbourne Airport and Perth per day?

How long does a flight from Melbourne to Perth take?

The average direct flight takes 4h 05m, covering a distance of 4,343 km.

What’s the earliest departure time from Melbourne to Perth?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Melbourne Airport at 6:40 am and will be landing in Perth at 7:45 am.

What’s the latest departure time from Melbourne to Perth?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Melbourne Airport to Perth jets off at 9:45 pm and lands at 11:00 pm.

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What lounges are available in the domestic terminal of Melbourne Airport?

How do I get to Melbourne Airport from Melbourne centre?

How do I get to Avalon Airport (AVV) from Melbourne centre?

What is the cheapest flight from Melbourne Airport to Perth?

In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Perth was C$ 247 for a one-way ticket and C$ 340 for a round-trip.

Which airports will I be using when flying from Melbourne to Perth?

Melbourne and Perth are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave Melbourne from Melbourne and will be arriving at Perth.

Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Melbourne to Perth?

The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Melbourne to Perth flight route.

On which days can I fly direct from Melbourne to Perth?

There are direct flights from Melbourne to Perth on a daily basis.

How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Melbourne to Perth?

KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Melbourne to Perth.

How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Melbourne to Perth?

KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Perth from Melbourne is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Melbourne to Perth?

Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Perth with an airline and back to Melbourne with another airline.

What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Melbourne to Perth?

Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Perth from Melbourne up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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