Melbourne Avalon International Airport is a single‑terminal airport near Geelong that handles low‑cost and leisure services to and from Melbourne. The terminal is compact and designed for short walk times between check‑in, security and gates. Jetstar operates a significant portion of domestic services from Avalon.
Terminal Guide for Melbourne Avalon International Airport #
Avalon has one passenger terminal where check‑in, security and baggage reclaim are housed in the same building; gates are reached by short walks from the central concourse. The terminal is designed for efficient processing of medium‑haul and domestic flights.
Getting to and From Melbourne Avalon International Airport #
Avalon is about 50-60 minutes by car from Melbourne CBD (longer in peak traffic) and a short drive from Geelong. Transport options include coach services, taxis and car hire.
- Coach / shuttle: Regular airport coach services connect Avalon with Melbourne Southern Cross Station and Geelong; journey time to Melbourne is around 1-1.5 hours depending on stops.
- Taxis / private car: Taxis and private transfers operate from the terminal for direct trips.
- Driving: Car rental is available; allow extra time during peak travel periods on the M1.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Melbourne Avalon International Airport #
The single terminal offers the basics for regional and low‑cost carriers: check‑in counters, cafés, retail outlets and car hire.
- Lounges: Large airline lounges are limited; any premium lounges are small or airline‑specific.
- Food & drink: A selection of cafés and fast‑service eateries serve arriving and departing passengers.
- Wi‑Fi: Public Wi‑Fi is available in the terminal; check access rules on site.
- Accessibility: Accessible toilets and assistance services are provided; contact your airline to arrange help.
Hotels and Layovers at Melbourne Avalon International Airport #
Accommodation near Melbourne Avalon Airport
There are a small number of hotels close to Avalon and more options in Geelong and Melbourne. Airport coach services run to Southern Cross Station in Melbourne where a wider range of hotels is available.
- Nearby hotels: Several hotels and motels are within a short drive of the terminal; check hotel chain sites (e.g. accor.com) for availability and shuttle options.
Tips for Melbourne Avalon International Airport #
- If travelling to Melbourne CBD, allow about 1 hour by car or coach; traffic on the M1 can extend journey times at peak periods.
- Avalon is a secondary Melbourne airport - check which Melbourne airport (Tullamarine vs Avalon) you’re booked into to avoid transfers across the city.
- Regular coach services run between Avalon and Southern Cross Station in Melbourne - book tickets in advance during holiday periods.
Weather & Climate near Melbourne Avalon International Airport #
Melbourne Avalon International Airport's climate is classified as Cold Semi-Arid - Cold Semi-Arid climate with warm summers (peaking in February) and cold winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 5°C to 26°C. Moderate rainfall (527 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Excellent | 14° - 26° | 20° | 43 mm | partly cloudy | 62% | 5.8 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 14.3h |
| February | Excellent | 14° - 26° | 20° | 36 mm | partly cloudy | 66% | 5.4 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 13.4h |
| March | Excellent | 13° - 24° | 19° | 34 mm | partly cloudy | 66% | 5.4 m/s | 1.5 very high | 12.2h |
| April | Very Good | 10° - 21° | 16° | 38 mm | partly cloudy | 72% | 4.9 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 10.9h |
| May | Very Good | 8° - 18° | 13° | 42 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 4.6 m/s | 0.4 low | 9.9h |
| June | Good | 6° - 14° | 10° | 39 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 5.3 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.4h |
| July | Good | 5° - 14° | 7° | 37 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 4.8 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.6h |
| August | Good | 6° - 15° | 11° | 47 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 5.5 m/s | 0.5 low | 10.5h |
| September | Good | 7° - 17° | 12° | 52 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 6.1 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 11.7h |
| October | Very Good | 9° - 19° | 14° | 61 mm | partly cloudy | 71% | 6.0 m/s | 1.4 high | 13.0h |
| November | Very Good | 10° - 22° | 16° | 50 mm | partly cloudy | 68% | 5.7 m/s | 2.0 very high | 14.1h |
| December | Excellent | 12° - 24° | 18° | 48 mm | partly cloudy | 64% | 5.9 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 14.6h |
