Major International Airports in Melbourne

Melbourne's International Airports

Melbourne Airport (MEL)

• Located approximately 23 kilometres (14 miles) northwest of the city centre.
• Australia's second busiest airport, serving over 35 million passengers annually.
• Serves as the primary hub for Qantas, Jetstar Airways, and Virgin Australia.

Avalon Airport (AVV)

• Situated approximately 55 kilometres (34 miles) southwest of the Melbourne CBD.
• A smaller, secondary airport that primarily serves low-cost carriers and regional flights.
• Used by airlines such as Jetstar Airways, AirAsia X, and Tigerair Australia.