Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Albury from AU$ 155

Commonly known as a stopover between Melbourne and Sydney, Albury is quite an underrated destination. This city is not just a restroom break. Here you can always find a scenic and enchanting location to do outdoor activities even during winter.

Sitting adjacent to the Murray River, Albury is a short flight from Melbourne lasting around an hour and averaging at a 3-hour drive. Trekking, cycling and historic walkings are some solo or group activities which can be set up on short notice here. With a thriving local arts scene at the Murray Art Museum and Albury Regional Art Gallery, you can feast your eyes and maybe even purchase some social as well as contemporary works. Don’t miss out sparking your palate with a fantastic food and wine range at many of the new cafes and wine bars cropping up across this laid-back city. Pamper yourself and swim in the scenic and serene Albury.

Tip: Typically, the warmer months last from December to March with an average high of 82 degrees Fahrenheit and the colder months recent from May to September with an average temperature between 39 to 55 degrees Fahrenheit.

Getting to Albury

The city is serviced by Albury Airport (ABX), towards the northeast of Albury in New South Wales. It was recorded to be the 5^th busiest airport in NSW in 2016. It provides services to around 244,458 passengers and 7,646 aircraft moving through it in a typical year.

Amongst the multiple flights from Melbourne to Albury, one can catch direct flights from Melbourne via Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), glance through flights offered by Rex Airlines, which will have around an hour’s flying time. There are also cheap flights to Albury from Melbourne. For connecting flights, refer to services offered by Qantas and Virgin Australia and among others.

Tip: It is important to note that there is no time difference between Melbourne (MEL) and Albury (ABX).

Take in the sights of the city

Many interests are catered to by the offerings of Albury. For art enthusiasts, the top place to visit is the Murray Art Museum (MAMA) and the Albury Library Museum. Those who want to understand the stories behind the city can visit the famous Monument Hill War Memorial and the Yindyamarra Sculpture Walk. One of Albury’s specific skills is to whisk you away and make you one with nature with sights like the Wonga Wetlands, the Murray River Trail, the Noreuil Park, Lake Hume and the Albury Botanic Garden.

Check out some great local Australian brands at the Myer Centre point, West End Plaza and the Connor Centro Albury amongst catering to your other interests like the Albury Wodonga Farmers Market and Rotary Kiewa Street Market for some exciting local treats.

Tip: For an ideal family trip, or company retreats and conferences, you can plan a great get-together with vibrant activities and events at Albury-Wodonga.

The best areas for accommodation

Cabins and caravan parks are viable alternatives to budget hotels in Albury. For a luxury stay, there are several resorts close to the city as well as the airport. You could also choose to stay at CBD. With only a few Melbourne to Albury flights, it would be efficient to have a solid plan for your trip and customise your search to get the best prices for your travel dates. If you’d like to travel on a budget, combine your Melbourne - Albury flight booking with discount hotel reservations for great travel deals.

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