Flying from Melbourne to Norfolk Island Airport (NLK): what you need to know
Melbourne and Longridge Station (where Norfolk Island Airport is located) share the UTC+11 timezone. That means you won't need to adjust your watch when you land.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your flight from Melbourne to NLK.
Popular months like July or other peak seasons mean longer lines and possible delays. Stick to your schedule by arriving at the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The distance from central Melbourne to MEL is around 24 kilometres. Use Google Maps for the best route, whether in your own car or with public transport.
Need a convenient hotel near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Melbourne to Norfolk Island Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
About Norfolk Island Airport (NLK)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Melbourne to Norfolk Island Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near NLK:
Getting from Norfolk Island Airport (NLK) to central Longridge Station
Norfolk Island Airport is approximately 2 kilometres from central Longridge Station. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 6 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Norfolk Island Airport (NLK)
For a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Norfolk Island Airport, R 6,419 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return flight starting from R 12,465. These are currently the lowest fares but could change based on availability.
To find cheap tickets from Melbourne to NLK, book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
Use the 'Whole month' search function and compare the prices of tickets from Melbourne to Norfolk Island Airport across the month. We've highlighted the lowest fares in green, making it easy to choose a flight your budget will love.
Set up a Price Alert for cheap tickets from Melbourne to NLK. You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped. We'll let you know when there's a change in price.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Melbourne to Norfolk Island Airport.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Norfolk Island Airport (NLK)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Melbourne to Norfolk Island Airport. August is the most popular month for a trip to Longridge Station. If you want a quieter vibe, go in April.
More about Longridge Station
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Longridge Station right here. Browse these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Norfolk Island Airport:
