Flying from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be traveling on a direct flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Whitsunday Coast Airport.
Each week, there are ten Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Whitsunday Coast Airport flights. If you'd like to take off early, jump on the 07:25 Jetstar flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 11:30 with Jetstar.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to board your MEL to PPP flight.
During popular months such as January, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
Jetstar offers direct flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Whitsunday Coast Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Proserpine — and maybe even more of Australia if you have time.
Most travelers choose to travel with Jetstar on this route.
Among carriers operating MEL to PPP flights, Jetstar has the best record for on-time arrivals.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Whitsunday Coast Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between MEL and PPP:
Adelaide Airport
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
Brisbane Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP)
Currently, AED 357 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Whitsunday Coast Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is AED 714. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Book seven months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from MEL to PPP.
Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Whitsunday Coast Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from MEL to PPP by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Whitsunday Coast Airport.
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 meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Melbourne to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is around 24 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
You can expect a trip time of about 40 minutes when using public transport.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near MEL. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Whitsunday Coast Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP)
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Whitsunday Coast Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Hertz or Budget and experience the lesser-explored corners of Proserpine and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Whitsunday Coast Airport around three weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP) to central Proserpine
From Whitsunday Coast Airport, Proserpine is approximately 13 kilometers away. It takes around 10 minutes to drive to the center.
When to fly to Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP)
January is the most popular month for flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Whitsunday Coast Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Proserpine in April.
The warmest month in Proserpine is February, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Whitsunday Coast Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
July has average temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MEL to PPP sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Australia
Townsville is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be explored after you've seen Proserpine. Around 225 kilometers away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including The Strand Beach, Castle Hill and Big Mama Sailing- Magnetic Island & Townsville.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in Australia, consider Cairns, roughly 483 kilometers north-west of Proserpine. Kuranda Scenic Railway Freshwater Station, Cairns Esplanade Western High Water Pier and Cairns Aquarium are key reasons to visit.