What is the ICAO code for Melbourne International Airport?

The ICAO code for Melbourne International Airport is YMML.

Where is Melbourne International Airport located?

Melbourne International Airport (MEL) is located in Melbourne, Australia.

What time zone is Melbourne International Airport in?

The local time zone at Melbourne International Airport (MEL) is Australia/Hobart (GMT+10).

How many flights depart from Melbourne International Airport?

About 916 scheduled departures were counted at Melbourne International Airport (MEL) when flight schedules were last measured on July 19, 2026.

How early should I arrive at Melbourne International Airport?

For international flights, arrive at least 3 hours before departure; for domestic flights, about 2 hours.

Which airlines fly from Melbourne International Airport?

Based on the current departures board at Melbourne International Airport (MEL), scheduled flights are operated by Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia, Jetstar Airways, Air New Zealand, and LATAM Airlines Chile.

Where can you fly nonstop from Melbourne International Airport?

Destinations on the current departures board at Melbourne International Airport (MEL) include Canberra, Sydney, Brisbane, Coolangatta, Launceston, and Perth.

How can I see live flights at Melbourne International Airport?

The board on this page shows arrivals and departures for Melbourne International Airport (MEL). It re-checks for updates while the page is open, and every board states how old its data is — busy hubs are refreshed within hours, quieter airports less often.

MEL Melbourne International Airport

Local time

Updated 6 h ago · 80 departures on the board

06:05
NZ7478
Canberra(CBR)
Gate 28
Final call
06:05
QF1518
Canberra(CBR)
Gate 28
Final call
06:05
JQ560
Brisbane(BNE)
Gate 48
Final call
06:05
1518
Canberra(CBR)
Gate 28
Final call
06:15
06:00
JQ701
Hobart(HBA)
Gate 47
Boarding
06:15
QF404
Sydney(SYD)
Gate 8
Boarding
06:15
VA675
Perth(PER)
Gate 19
Boarding
06:15
D7219
Kuala Lumpur(KUL)
Gate 8
Boarding
06:15
QF671
Adelaide(ADL)
Gate 1
Boarding
06:20
VA253
Canberra(CBR)
Gate 9
Boarding
06:20
JQ972
Perth(PER)
Gate 52
Boarding
06:25
JQ34
Cairns(CNS)
Gate 11
Boarding
06:25
JQ31
Denpasar(DPS)
Gate 11
Boarding
06:25
VA1291
Cairns(CNS)
Gate 14
Boarding
06:30
VA807
Sydney(SYD)
Gate 13
Boarding
06:30
JQ472
Newcastle(NTL)
Gate 43
Boarding
06:30
VA1589
Newcastle(NTL)
Gate 3
Boarding
06:35
QF151
Auckland(AKL)
Gate 2
On time
06:45
JQ510
Sydney(SYD)
Gate 49
On time
06:45
QF408
Sydney(SYD)
Gate 10
On time
06:50
VA307
Brisbane(BNE)
Gate 1
On time
07:00
VA811
Sydney(SYD)
Gate 6
On time
07:00
GA719
Denpasar(DPS)
Gate 5
On time
07:00
OD178
Denpasar(DPS)
Gate 20
On time
07:00
QF604
Brisbane(BNE)
Gate 24
On time
07:00
QF410
Sydney(SYD)
Gate 6
On time
07:05
JQ792
Maroochydore(MCY)
Gate 44
On time
07:05
JQ776
Adelaide(ADL)
Gate 41
On time
07:05
LA4886
Canberra(CBR)
Gate 26
On time
07:05
EK5184
Canberra(CBR)
Gate 26
On time

About MEL Airport

Melbourne International Airport (MEL), also known as Tullamarine, is Victoria’s busiest gateway, about 23 km northwest of the city centre. Its four terminals handle Qantas domestic flights in T1, international services in T2, Virgin Australia in T3, and Jetstar plus other domestic carriers in T4. Qantas, Jetstar and Virgin Australia are major based operators here, with popular routes to Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth, Auckland, Singapore and Bali. Use the online flight board to check live arrivals and departures before travelling, especially during peak holiday periods.

How do I get to and from Melbourne International Airport?

Melbourne Airport is reached mainly by road. The SkyBus express coach links the terminals with central Melbourne, and several public bus routes connect with suburban rail and tram networks. Taxis and ride-hailing services use designated pick-up areas, while rental cars and hotel shuttles are available in the airport precinct. Driving is common, with short-stay, long-stay and premium parking options signposted around the terminals.

How do the terminals work at Melbourne International Airport?

The airport has four terminals in one main precinct, so walking between them is usually possible without a shuttle. Terminal 2 handles international flights, while Terminals 1, 3 and 4 are used for domestic services by different airlines. Check-in areas, bag drop and security are terminal-specific, so confirm your airline and terminal before arrival, especially if connecting between domestic and international flights.

Tips for flying from Melbourne International Airport

Allow extra time at peak business, holiday and early-morning periods, as roads, check-in, security and immigration can all be busy. International passengers should be ready for passport control and Australia’s strict biosecurity checks, including food and plant declarations. For domestic flights, check baggage rules and terminal details carefully, as low-cost and full-service airlines may use different facilities within the same airport precinct.

Frequently asked questions

The IATA airport code for Melbourne International Airport is MEL.