Cheap flights from Geelong/Melbourne (AVV)

Melbourne's secondary airport, near Geelong

Avalon Airport sits between Geelong and Melbourne, about 55 km southwest of the Melbourne CBD. It functions as Melbourne's low-cost secondary airport, anchored almost entirely by Jetstar with high-frequency services to Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide and the Gold Coast. Citilink has previously operated international flights to Bali, and the airport is also a major maintenance base for Australian carriers.

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Airlines flying from Geelong/Melbourne (AVV)

Major carriers: Jetstar, Qantas. Low-cost carriers: Jetstar, Citilink.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the IATA code for Melbourne's secondary airport?
Melbourne is served by two main airports with separate IATA codes: MEL for Tullamarine and AVV for Avalon. Flightmussy's multi-airport origin filter lets you search both at once, which is essential when Jetstar is cheaper out of Avalon.
Which airlines fly from Avalon Airport?
Jetstar is the dominant operator at AVV with high-frequency domestic flights, alongside limited Qantas services. International flying has historically come from Citilink to Denpasar. Flightmussy compares Avalon and Tullamarine fares side by side, free and with no signup required.
How far is Avalon Airport from Melbourne?
AVV is about 55 km southwest of the Melbourne CBD and roughly 22 km north of Geelong, around a 50-minute drive into central Melbourne in light traffic. It's noticeably further than Tullamarine but is often offset by cheaper Jetstar fares.
Is Avalon cheaper than Melbourne Tullamarine?
Often yes for Jetstar routes to Sydney, Brisbane and the Gold Coast, but not always. Use Flightmussy's 12-month fare heatmap to compare AVV and MEL across an entire year before booking, particularly outside school holidays when LCC fares can drop sharply.

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