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Flight deals from Coffs Harbour to Melbourne

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Coffs Harbour Airport to Melbourne? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $461. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Melbourne.$144 per passenger.Departing Sun, 15 Nov.One-way flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Coffs Harbour on Sun, 15 Nov, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $144, select.
Melbourne.$144 per passenger.Departing Fri, 2 Oct.One-way flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Coffs Harbour on Fri, 2 Oct, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $144, select.
Melbourne.$144 per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Dec.One-way flight with Qantas.Outbound direct flight with Qantas departs from Coffs Harbour on Sun, 6 Dec, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $144, select.
Melbourne.$144 per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 Jan.One-way flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Coffs Harbour on Mon, 4 Jan, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $144, select.
Melbourne.$145 per passenger.Departing Sat, 25 Jul.One-way flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Coffs Harbour on Sat, 25 Jul, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $145, select.
Melbourne.$145 per passenger.Departing Sun, 15 Nov.One-way flight with Qantas.Outbound direct flight with Qantas departs from Coffs Harbour on Sun, 15 Nov, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $145, select.
Melbourne.$145 per passenger.Departing Wed, 5 Aug.One-way flight with Qantas.Outbound direct flight with Qantas departs from Coffs Harbour on Wed, 5 Aug, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $145, select.
Melbourne.$145 per passenger.Departing Fri, 28 Aug.One-way flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Coffs Harbour on Fri, 28 Aug, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $145, select.
Melbourne.$146 per passenger.Departing Sat, 25 Jul.One-way flight with Qantas.Outbound direct flight with Qantas departs from Coffs Harbour on Sat, 25 Jul, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $146, select.
Melbourne.$149 per passenger.Departing Fri, 16 Oct.One-way flight with Qantas.Outbound direct flight with Qantas departs from Coffs Harbour on Fri, 16 Oct, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $149, select.
Melbourne.$163 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Jun.One-way flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Coffs Harbour on Thu, 25 Jun, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $163, select.
Melbourne.$188 per passenger.Departing Sat, 20 Jun.One-way flight with Qantas.Outbound direct flight with Qantas departs from Coffs Harbour on Sat, 20 Jun, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $188, select.
Melbourne.$196 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Feb.One-way flight with Qantas.Outbound direct flight with Qantas departs from Coffs Harbour on Fri, 5 Feb, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $196, select.
Melbourne.$250 per passenger.Departing Fri, 22 May.One-way flight with Regional Express.Outbound indirect flight with Regional Express, departs from Coffs Harbour on Fri, 22 May, arriving in Melbourne Avalon.Price includes taxes and charges.From $250, select.
Melbourne.$258 per passenger.Departing Sat, 9 May.One-way flight with Qantas.Outbound direct flight with Qantas departs from Coffs Harbour on Sat, 9 May, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $258, select.
Melbourne.$263 per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 Jan.One-way flight with Qantas.Outbound direct flight with Qantas departs from Coffs Harbour on Mon, 4 Jan, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $263, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Coffs Harbour to Melbourne

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Coffs Harbour to Melbourne flights are currently cheapest in October.
Apr
from $576
May
from $250
Jun
from $163
Jul
from $145
Aug
from $145
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Oct
from $144
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Dec
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Jan
from $144
Feb
from $196
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Direct flights from Coffs Harbour to Melbourne

Alternative Coffs Harbour to Melbourne routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Coffs Harbour to Melbourne? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Melbourne Essendon

11km from central Melbourne
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Melbourne Tullamarine

19km from central Melbourne
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Melbourne Avalon

50km from central Melbourne
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Coffs Harbour to Melbourne: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$144
Cheapest month to flyJanuary
Average flight time2 hrs, 4 mins
Most popular airlineQantas
Average flights per week11

Finding cheap flights from Coffs Harbour to Melbourne: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Melbourne: Melbourne Essendon, Melbourne Tullamarine and Melbourne Avalon.
The best price we found for a return flight from Coffs Harbour to Melbourne is $289. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 4 minutes is the average flight time from Coffs Harbour to Melbourne.
Qantas flies direct from Coffs Harbour to Melbourne.
As of April 2026, there are 22 flights per week flying from Coffs Harbour to Melbourne.
The cheapest month to fly from Coffs Harbour to Melbourne is usually September.
If you're flying from Coffs Harbour Airport, the cheapest airport near Melbourne is Melbourne Tullamarine – which is 18.8 km away from the centre of Melbourne. We've found flights into this airport from $289.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Coffs Harbour Airport to Melbourne on Friday, 4 September 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 4 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Melbourne but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Melbourne is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 15°C. February is typically the warmest month in Melbourne, when it usually averages around 26°C. You can expect the least rain in March. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 5°C. The rainiest month is September.
Currently, Qantas offers the cheapest flight tickets to Melbourne.

Travelling from Coffs Harbour Airport (CFS) to Melbourne: what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Coffs Harbour Airport to Melbourne is 2 hours.

  • Melbourne's timezone is UTC+11, which is the same as Coffs Harbour (the location of Coffs Harbour Airport).

  • The busiest route is from Coffs Harbour Airport (CFS) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). Choose from five weekly services between these two airports. Qantas offers a 12:50 departure between CFS and MEL.

  • Give yourself enough time to catch your CFS to Melbourne flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • You can expect longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.

  • Direct Coffs Harbour Airport to Melbourne tickets are available for booking. Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is where you'll be touching down.

  • Book your ticket with Qantas. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Coffs Harbour Airport to Melbourne.

  • CFS is around 3 kilometres from central Coffs Harbour. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 15 minutes.

  • Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near CFS. Whether you have an early flight from Coffs Harbour Airport to Melbourne or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are just the thing:

  • 70.37% of flights departing from Coffs Harbour Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.

How to find the cheapest flights from Coffs Harbour Airport (CFS) to Melbourne

  • The best price we've found for a one-way Coffs Harbour Airport to Melbourne flight is $144. The cheapest price for a return flight is $289. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Book one month before you want to fly. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from CFS to Melbourne.

  • May is the best month for nabbing an amazing deal on Coffs Harbour Airport to Melbourne tickets. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.

  • There's no need to check back constantly to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you when there's an updated deal for cheap flights from CFS to Melbourne.

  • Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Coffs Harbour Airport to Melbourne by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'

Airports in Melbourne

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 24 kilometres away.

  • Getting there by public transport will take you around 40 minutes.

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Coffs Harbour Airport to Melbourne. Book one of these accommodation options near MEL instead:

  • Grab a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car and discover Melbourne and beyond with your own set of wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast and Sixt are top providers to choose from here.

  • Reserving your ride from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from CFS to Melbourne can help you get the lowest rate.

Avalon Airport (AVV)

  • After your flight from Coffs Harbour Airport to Melbourne has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in about 50 minutes by car. Central Melbourne is roughly 56 kilometres from Avalon Airport (AVV).

  • You can expect the trip to take roughly 2 hours 5 minutes on public transport.

  • There are some terrific accommodation options within a short drive of AVV. Switch to relaxation mode at Corio Bay Motel after your CFS to Melbourne flight.

  • Forget about public transport schedules or waiting forever for a cab. Pick up an Avalon Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Compare availability and rates from Sixt, Kangaroo Rental and yesaway car hire.

  • Snap up the best price by securing your ride from AVV three weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.

Essendon Airport (MEB)

  • Step off your flight from Coffs Harbour Airport to Melbourne and make your way to your hotel or jump right into sightseeing. Central Melbourne is around 19 kilometres from Essendon Airport (MEB) and typically takes 25 minutes to reach by car.

  • The journey will take roughly 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.

  • Stay at a hotel near MEB and go from landing to lounging in your room in a flash. Whether you have a late CFS to Melbourne flight or just want to keep your travel plans simple, these accommodation options are all about convenience:

  • Begin your travels without stressing over how to reach your destination with an Essendon Airport rental car. Book your wheels with reliable suppliers here like East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar.

  • Rental providers sometimes offer discounts on early bookings, so secure your ride from MEB in advance of your flight from Coffs Harbour Airport to Melbourne. A bit of planning goes a long way for your wallet.

Best time to go to Melbourne

  • Plan your trip to Melbourne in peak season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Coffs Harbour Airport to Melbourne during the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.

  • The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your Coffs Harbour Airport to Melbourne plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • Look for cheap tickets from CFS to Melbourne in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) on average.

More about Melbourne

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Melbourne right here. Browse these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Coffs Harbour Airport to Melbourne:

  • There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. National Gallery of Victoria, Federation Square and Eureka Skydeck 88 are leading attractions which should be on every Melbourne itinerary.

Explore more of Australia

  • You've seen Melbourne, now it's time to explore more of Australia. Travel around 467 kilometres north-east to Canberra to check off its must-visit sights. From Australian War Memorial to National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.

  • Launceston is another favourite destination in Australia and is around 451 kilometres south-east of Melbourne. No journey is complete without experiencing City Park, Tamar Island Wetlands and James Boag Brewery Experience.

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