Melbourne Flight - Melbourne is served by almost 40 International airlines and over 5 regional internal airlines. This makes getting a flight to and from Melbourne easy and it can be done over the Internet. Many major international airlines serve Melbourne and there are also a number internal airlines so the competition is strong and it is possible to get discounts and deals by checking out a number of sites.

You need a visa or Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) if you want to travel to Australia and this has to be obtained before you travel. So check the visa requirements, before making any plans or reservation. Except travellers with Australian or New Zealand passports, anyone who want to enter Australia need to have a valid passport and a visa or ETA. Visa or ETA can be applied via the Internet or alternatively you can apply for a visa through an Australian Visa Office, or any local travel agent.

International Air Flights

Melbourne is a major gateway for the states of Victoria for international airlines that link travellers from the New Zealand, USA, Asian and European ports. Closed to 40 international airlines fly into Melbourne International Airport from Asia, Europe, and North America such as Qantas, Singapore Airlines, Thai International, Malaysia Airlines, and Cathay Pacific etc. From North America, flights are likely to go direct to Sydney and connect onto one of the several flights on Qantas to other parts of Australia. From New Zealand, there is a range of flight from Auckland to Melbourne which takes approximately about three and half hours.

Domestic Air Flights

Two main carriers that fly to Melbourne from major Australian cities are Qantas, Jetstar and Virgin Blue. In recent years the competition has greatly increased and with the two low fares airlines battling it out, airfares have come down. Booking can be done thru the Internet. There are also other regional airlines within each state in Australia that offer competitive deals.