Cheap Flights to Avalon Airport

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Discover cheap flights to Avalon Airport (AVV), a low-cost carrier gateway serving both Melbourne and Geelong, distinct from Melbourne’s larger Tullamarine Airport.

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About Avalon Airport

Avalon Airport is located about 50 to 55 km southwest of central Melbourne and 15 to 20 km northeast of Geelong, Victoria’s second-largest city. Operated by a subsidiary of Linfox, the airport is not governed by the Commonwealth’s Airports Act, unlike Melbourne Airport, and has served as the site of the biennial Australian International Airshow since 1992.

Airport code

AVV (ICAO: YMAV)

Location

Lara/Avalon, Victoria, Australia

Distance from city center

Approximately 50–55 km

Airlines serving

Jetstar

Popular Routes to and from Avalon

Jetstar operates all scheduled routes from Avalon, connecting to major Australian cities along with a direct international link to Bali.

Route Type

Popular Connections

Domestic

Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide, Gold Coast

International

Denpasar (Bali)

Best Time to Book Cheap Flights

Booking 4 to 8 weeks ahead generally works well for Jetstar’s domestic routes from Avalon. The Bali route sees strong demand during Australian school holidays, so booking further ahead is recommended for travel during those periods.

What to See Near Avalon

Avalon Airport sits close to Geelong, offering access to the Bellarine Peninsula and the start of the Great Ocean Road, one of Australia’s most scenic coastal drives. The airport also hosts the Australian International Airshow, a major biennial aviation event that draws visitors from around the world.

Things to Know When Flying Into Avalon

Jetstar is currently the only airline serving Avalon Airport.
Avalon is not to be confused with Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine), which handles the vast majority of Melbourne’s international traffic.
The drive from Avalon to central Melbourne takes about 50 minutes to an hour, while Geelong is a shorter 20 to 25 minute drive.
The airport’s single runway and streamlined layout make for a quick, low-hassle experience compared to larger airports.

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FAQs — Flights to International Airport

Jetstar is currently the sole airline serving Avalon Airport, operating both domestic Australian routes and an international route to Bali.

No, Avalon Airport (AVV) is a separate, smaller airport from Melbourne Airport (MEL, also called Tullamarine). Avalon is located closer to Geelong and specializes in low-cost carrier flights.

Avalon Airport is located about 50 to 55 kilometers southwest of central Melbourne, and about 15 to 20 kilometers northeast of Geelong.

Yes, Jetstar operates a year-round route to Denpasar, Bali, though most other international travel from Melbourne uses Melbourne Airport instead.

Booking 4 to 8 weeks ahead generally works well for Jetstar's domestic routes, with earlier booking recommended for the Bali route during peak Australian holiday periods.

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