Coffs Harbour to Melbourne (CFS–MEL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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CFS–MEL is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Qantas leads the route. The flight covers 694 miles in approximately 2h. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| QF Qantas | 5 | 223 | 2h | – | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Melbourne from Coffs Harbour
| Metric | CFS→MEL | BNK→MEL | OOL→MEL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from CFS | – | 106 mi | 151 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 | 11 |
| Weekly flights | 5 | 7 | 365 |
| Flight time | 2h | 2h 20m | 2h 18m |
Travel Essentials
CFS: AEST · MEL: AEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Coffs Harbour, it's 6:00 PM in Melbourne.
SkyBus runs to Southern Cross Station in 30–40 minutes (AUD $22–24), operating 24/7. Tickets can be bought on the bus, app, or counter in arrivals. Suburban stops are available on selected services.Taxis from the rank cost AUD $55–75 to the CBD (30–40 min, more in traffic). Uber: AUD $35–55. Rental car desks are in the terminal; the off-airport option (cheaper) requires a shuttle. No suburban train exists yet; the airport is not on Melbourne's rail network. Myki transit cards do not cover MEL.
Melbourne's weather is famously variable. "Four seasons in one day" is a local cliché with real operational meaning. The city sits on Port Phillip Bay in a temperate zone. Summer (December–February) averages 25–30°C but can spike above 40°C during northerly heat events. These extreme heat days occasionally cause ground crew restrictions.
Winter (June–August) is cool at 7–14°C with rain and low cloud. Fog-related delays are occasional but not severe. Thunderstorms are most common October through March. Pack layers year-round. The weather changes rapidly. Disruption risk is low by global standards.
CFS–MEL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Coffs Harbour to Melbourne: Mid-North Coast to Victoria
CFS-MEL covers about 1,000 km in under 2 hours by air. Virgin Australia operates nonstop service, typically with 1 daily flight. The route connects Coffs Harbour on the NSW Mid-North Coast directly with Melbourne Tullamarine, bypassing the need to transit through Sydney. Frequency may increase during school holidays and peak summer periods when the Coffs Coast draws visitors from southern states.
Coffs Harbour Airport is a small, well-maintained terminal minutes from the town centre and beaches. Melbourne Airport is 23 km from the CBD, reachable by SkyBus in about 30 minutes. For those who miss the direct flight, connecting through Sydney adds a stop but increases scheduling options with 3 to 5 daily CFS-SYD departures. Coffs Harbour's Solitary Islands Marine Park, subtropical beaches, and hinterland rainforest make it a draw for Victorian visitors looking for a warm-weather break without the Brisbane or Gold Coast crowds.