Traveling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Ontario International Airport (ONT): what you need to know
Ontario is 18 hours behind Melbourne and follows the UTC-7 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your MEL to ONT flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Flying during a peak month like January? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Ontario International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Some great stopovers between MEL and ONT include:
San Francisco International Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
Daniel K. Inouye International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Ontario International Airport (ONT)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Ontario International Airport flight is AED 2,629. A return ticket is currently AED 3,123. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MEL to ONT if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Ontario International Airport throughout the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from MEL to ONT by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Ontario International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, data shows 67.71% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is around 24 kilometers from central Melbourne. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Ontario International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to MEL:
Arriving at Ontario International Airport (ONT)
Reserve a hotel near ONT if you're taking a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Ontario International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Go where the road takes you with an Ontario International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Fox - Rent A Car or Thrifty and experience more of Ontario and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Ontario International Airport about three weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Ontario International Airport (ONT) to central Ontario
ONT is located at 2900 E. Airport Drive.
Ontario International Airport is roughly 6 kilometers from the center of Ontario. Driving there takes about 10 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Ontario International Airport (ONT)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Ontario International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Ontario. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in May.
Book your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Ontario International Airport for August if you'd like to explore Ontario during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from MEL to ONT in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
Los Angeles is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Ontario. Around 56 kilometers away to the west, well-known attractions include Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
Around 153 kilometers south of Ontario, San Diego is another essential stop in United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.