Airports near West Melbourne
AVV・MEB・MEL・BXG
What airports are closest to West Melbourne?
Located in the north-western suburbs, Essendon Airport (MEB) is the nearest facility at 9.4 km from West Melbourne, with taxi trips taking about 20 minutes. The primary international hub, Melbourne Airport (MEL), sits 16.9 km away and offers a reliable SkyBus service that reaches the city in approximately 30 minutes. For travelers heading to or from Geelong, Avalon Airport (AVV) is located 47.7 km away, with the SkyBus providing a direct connection in about 70 minutes. Finally, the regional Bendigo Airport (BXG) serves the city of Bendigo at a distance of 130.2 km, with regional train or shuttle services requiring roughly 130 minutes to complete the long-distance journey to the West Melbourne area. Each location offers distinct advantages depending on your flight type and destination. and book hotels in West Melbourne
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Airports near West Melbourne: AVV, MEB, MEL and BXG.
Airports Near West Melbourne: Key Information
Number of airports in West Melbourne
0
Closest airport to the city center
Essendon Airport (MEB)
Distance
9.4 km
Fastest arrival time
20 minutes - 40 minutes
Airport with the cheapest transport
Essendon Airport (MEB)
Compare domestic and international airports near West Melbourne.
Avalon Airport
Distance: 47.7 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
SkyBus Avalon City Express
Fastest
1 hour 10 minutes - 1 hour 30 minutes
AUD 25-28
Balanced
V/Line Train via Lara Station
Cheapest
1 hour 30 minutes - 1 hour 50 minutes
AUD 15-20
Speed
Taxi
45 minutes - 1 hour
AUD 120-160
Comfort
Essendon Airport
Distance: 9.4 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Route 477 Bus + Train
Cheapest
50 minutes - 1 hour 5 minutes
AUD 3-6
Budget
Taxi
Fastest
20 minutes - 40 minutes
AUD 40-60
Comfort
Rideshare
20 minutes - 45 minutes
AUD 45-65
Balanced
Melbourne Airport
Distance: 16.9 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
SkyBus City Express
Fastest
30 minutes - 45 minutes
AUD 22-25
Balanced
Taxi
25 minutes - 40 minutes
AUD 50-75
Comfort
Rideshare
25 minutes - 45 minutes
AUD 45-70
Balanced
Bendigo Airport
Distance: 130.2 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Bendigo Airport Service
Cheapest
2 hours 30 minutes - 3 hours
AUD 30-50
Budget
V/Line Regional Train
Fastest
2 hours 10 minutes - 2 hours 30 minutes
AUD 20-35
Speed
Private Transfer
1 hour 40 minutes - 2 hours
AUD 150-300
Comfort
Compare 4 airports near West Melbourne
Airport Guide
Compare 4 airports near West Melbourne
For most travelers, Melbourne Airport (MEL) is the primary international gateway, offering the widest range of connections and frequent, efficient transport into the city. Those seeking a more boutique experience should look at Essendon Airport (MEB); while primarily handling regional and charter traffic, it is significantly closer to the center, making it the most convenient option for business travelers or those arriving on regional flights. Both are situated within the Melbourne metropolitan area. Conversely, Avalon Airport (AVV) and Bendigo Airport (BXG) are located in neighboring cities, Geelong and Bendigo respectively. Avalon serves as a secondary low-cost hub and is a practical choice if you find a competitive airfare, while Bendigo is a regional airport that primarily suits local residents. Travelers should balance airfare savings at regional hubs against the longer, costlier ground transport required to reach West Melbourne. Always check your specific flight details and local traffic conditions before finalizing your ground transport plans.
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Hotels near West Melbourne airport
Breakfast
Great487 Reviews
Melbourne Central Business District West Melbourne|2.15km from city center
The hotel's location is super convenient, making it easy to get anywhere. The room has a capsule coffee machine, and while the brand of capsules isn't the best, it's better than nothing. The room was very clean. The only downside is that the shower door leaks, so after every shower, some water flows out onto the bathroom floor. The room itself is quiet, but you can hear the loud sound of water running when the people upstairs are showering. Overall, I'd give it a 5/5.FromUS$130
Very Good131 Reviews
West Melbourne|1.9km from city center
Unless you absolutely need to stay downtown, I highly recommend this place! It's close to Queen Victoria Market and the tram makes it easy to get downtown! The staff were friendly, too! I'd definitely stay here again!FromUS$64
Great77 Reviews
West Melbourne|1.94km from city center
The front desk staff were great; they waited for us even though we checked in a little later than expected, and we were able to get to our room very quickly. The bed was comfortable, but the bathroom's sliding door was a bit faulty and kept sliding open. The extractor fan near the room door was a bit noisy, and the kettle was a little dirty. There are many cafes nearby.FromUS$98
Good45 Reviews
Melbourne Central Business District West Melbourne|2.12km from city center
The location is very convenient, just in dockland, melbourne centre30 Road is eight minutes away, very clean and well equipped.FromUS$174
0 Reviews
West Melbourne|2.1km from city center
A stay at this apartment places you in the heart of Melbourne, within a 15-minute walk of Marvel Stadium and Melbourne Central. This apartment is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Collins Street and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Queen Victoria Market.Free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself comfortable in your apartment.Family friendly
Very Good100 Reviews
Melbourne Central Business District West Melbourne|2.04km from city center
It should be a hotel made by an apartment building. In fact, the overall is quite good, but there is a room in the **** room without air conditioning. It is a bit too hot in summer.
The location is not bad, the hotel is quite cleanFromUS$100
Amazing0 Reviews
Melbourne Central Business District West Melbourne|2.23km from city center
Great44 Reviews
West Melbourne|1.93km from city center
The apartment boasts a great location, excellent facilities, and offers fantastic value for money. Its comprehensive amenities, including a supermarket conveniently located right next door, make it perfect for self-catering and cooking meals. It's truly an ideal choice for family travel.FromUS$121
Very Good122 Reviews
Melbourne Central Business District West Melbourne|2.28km from city center
The hotel is great, and the breakfast is what you'd expect for the price. What's really lovely is that you can see Flagpole Park directly from the restaurant in the morning. The only downside is that the hotel doesn't have its own laundry room; you either have to take your clothes to an external laundromat or pay the hotel for a laundry service. PS: The hotel deposit is a bit high. If you want to get your deposit back quickly, I recommend paying with a foreign bank card like Visa or Mastercard.FromUS$96
Great77 Reviews
West Melbourne|1.94km from city center
The front desk staff were great; they waited for us even though we checked in a little later than expected, and we were able to get to our room very quickly. The bed was comfortable, but the bathroom's sliding door was a bit faulty and kept sliding open. The extractor fan near the room door was a bit noisy, and the kettle was a little dirty. There are many cafes nearby.FromUS$98
5 star
Great71 Reviews
West Melbourne|2.45km from city center
Great location located near the free tram zone. Staff was incredibly friendly and great to deal with. Would recommend this place to anyone staying in Melbourne.FromUS$83
Great487 Reviews
Melbourne Central Business District West Melbourne|2.15km from city center
The hotel's location is super convenient, making it easy to get anywhere. The room has a capsule coffee machine, and while the brand of capsules isn't the best, it's better than nothing. The room was very clean. The only downside is that the shower door leaks, so after every shower, some water flows out onto the bathroom floor. The room itself is quiet, but you can hear the loud sound of water running when the people upstairs are showering. Overall, I'd give it a 5/5.FromUS$130
Great77 Reviews
West Melbourne|1.94km from city center
The front desk staff were great; they waited for us even though we checked in a little later than expected, and we were able to get to our room very quickly. The bed was comfortable, but the bathroom's sliding door was a bit faulty and kept sliding open. The extractor fan near the room door was a bit noisy, and the kettle was a little dirty. There are many cafes nearby.FromUS$98
Good45 Reviews
Melbourne Central Business District West Melbourne|2.12km from city center
The location is very convenient, just in dockland, melbourne centre30 Road is eight minutes away, very clean and well equipped.FromUS$174
Great44 Reviews
West Melbourne|1.93km from city center
The apartment boasts a great location, excellent facilities, and offers fantastic value for money. Its comprehensive amenities, including a supermarket conveniently located right next door, make it perfect for self-catering and cooking meals. It's truly an ideal choice for family travel.FromUS$121
FAQs
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Which airport is the closest to West Melbourne?
The nearest airport to West Melbourne is Essendon Airport (MEB), about 9.4 km away.Avalon Airport (AVV) (47.7 km), Melbourne Airport (MEL) (16.9 km) and Bendigo Airport (BXG) (130.2 km).
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How long does it take to get from West Melbourne to the airport?
Getting from West Melbourne to Essendon Airport (MEB) takes about 20 minutes - 40 minutes.
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How do I get to West Melbourne?
We recommend flying into Essendon Airport (MEB), which is approximately 9.4 km away. The fastest mode of transportation is Taxi, reaching downtown in about 20 minutes - 40 minutes.
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How many airports does West Melbourne have?
West Melbourne has 4 airports: Avalon Airport (AVV), Essendon Airport (MEB), Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Bendigo Airport (BXG).