Melbourne Avalon International Airport
Geelong/Melbourne, Australia
Melbourne Avalon International Airport
Victoria's second international gateway serving Geelong and Melbourne.
- ›Avalon Airport is located approximately 55 km south-west of Melbourne's CBD.
- ›The site has a long history as a defence and aerospace facility, originally used by the Royal Australian Air Force.
- ›The airport hosts the Australian International Airshow (Avalon Airshow), one of the largest aerospace events in the Asia-Pacific region.
- ›Linfox, an Australian logistics company, owns and operates the airport.
- ›The airport has international-capable facilities but processes far fewer passengers than Melbourne Airport at Tullamarine.
Melbourne Avalon International Airport, located midway between Melbourne and Geelong in Victoria, began life as a Royal Australian Air Force base before transitioning to civilian operations. It serves primarily as a low-cost carrier hub, with Jetstar operating the majority of its domestic and limited international services. Compact and uncongested, Avalon offers a notably stress-free alternative to Melbourne's busier Tullamarine airport.
- Main Terminal — A single, compact terminal handling all domestic and international arrivals and departures, known for short walking distances and minimal queuing.
- Skybus coach service connecting Avalon to Melbourne CBD and Southern Cross Station
- Taxi and rideshare services available from the terminal forecourt
- Car rental desks operated by major brands including Hertz, Avis, and Budget
- Private shuttle services to Geelong city centre
- Ample on-site car parking including short-stay, long-stay, and covered options
- Quest Geelong
- Novotel Geelong
- Mercure Geelong
- Holiday Inn Express Geelong
- Comfort Inn & Suites Geelong
Inside the terminal, food and beverage options are modest but functional, with a café and bar offering snacks, light meals, and coffee suitable for short waits. Geelong city centre, approximately 20 minutes away, provides a much wider range of dining experiences including waterfront restaurants along Corio Bay. Travellers with time to spare before their flight are encouraged to eat in Geelong rather than relying solely on terminal outlets.
- Book Skybus tickets in advance online to save money and guarantee a seat on busy travel days.
- Arrive at least 90 minutes before domestic departures as Jetstar check-in queues can grow quickly during peak periods.
- The airport is approximately 55 kilometres from Melbourne CBD, so factor in highway traffic when planning your journey time.
- Parking fills quickly during school holiday periods — pre-booking online secures a better rate and guaranteed space.
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