Melbourne to Mildura Flights

In a land of ocean mists, the sandy river beaches where the warm East Australian current meets the cold Antarctica current, over the coasts of the Merriman Island, Mildura is a paradise city in New South Wales.

A bustling city of warm sandy beaches, clean waters of the Sapphire Coast, Mildura boasts of excellent estuary system. A touch of modern hospitality complementing the Australian vineyards; abundant vineyards all over the town attracts tourists in this city of Australia. Rich with history and marked by the architecture of the yesteryear maintained in their pristine state, Mildura has a whole lot of adventure to offer. The town is a haven for seafood harvest and if you go there in the right season and you might be lucky to see ocean mammals in migration. All in all, Mildura is a unique paradise.

Tip: Autumn is the best season to visit Mildura.

Flights from Melbourne to Mildura 

Mildura Airport (MQL) serves the Mildura city. The airport and has been named Australia’s Rural Airport of the Year twice and is the busiest regional airport in Victoria. Many airlines travel in and out of the airport. The airport is located five nautical miles away from the city centre.

Direct flights from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Mildura Airport (MQL) are available. For cheap flights from Melbourne to Mildura, opt for flights with one or two stops, mostly in Mount Gambier Airport (MGB) and Adelaide Airport (ADL). The various airlines that travel from Sydney to Mildura are Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways and Regional Express.

Things to do in Mildura

Being located on the banks of Murray River has its advantages. Mildura offers kayaking on the Murray River, including going paddle-boating. While out with family, you can go on a cruise, or ‘chill’ on the riverbanks – both equally satisfying. The Mungo National Park which has inland dunes, can be self-guided. You can not miss Rio Vista, and Mildura Arts Centre has 19th-century colonial displays. Go for a gin tasting flights at Fossey’s Emporium. Vineyards are abundant; spend a day at Trentham Estate Winery where dining options include  ‘cook your own’ barbeques. Red Cliffs Country Market held on 1^st Sunday of every month hosts a carnival of stallholders who sell their wares. Visit the Australian Inland Botanic Garden with its host of exotic Australian flora beds. Australia has long daylight hours, which promotes golfing as a leisure sport. If golf is something, you go back home, head over to the Mildura Golf Resort that has expansive, picturesque golf courses.

Feast Street is usually the most famous place to have a dine-in experience. Langtree Avenue, with its numerous bistros, cafes, restaurants (mostly open air) has multi-cuisine options. Grab a bite at Stefano’s or try a craft beer at Mildura Brewery. Ye Olde Lolly Shoppe will give you a sugar high with its range of Cobbers, Liquorice and other countless sorts of lollies. Grab a few. Get some more back home as a throwback to your lolly days’ childhood.

Tip: If you go golfing, take your camera with you; you are likely to share your fairways with a kangaroo and varied birdlife.

Accommodation in Mildura

Mildura offers extensive accommodation to suit the budget of any kind. Caravan and park stays are available. There are resorts for expensive stays and also motels, hotels and resorts entirely within budget. Whatever you are looking for, you will find it in Mildura. And if you want to sleep under the night skies, arrangements to sleep in a camp on the riverbanks are also available. There are apartments on Langtree Avenue that is well connected to the rest of the town.

Tip: While deciding on the place to stay, factor in the car expenses, local transport expenses in the budget.

Flights from Melbourne to Mildura are frequent. Customise your search for the best and cheap rates. Clubbing your flights with hotels will result in better deals.

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