Coffs Harbour to Melbourne (CFS–MEL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Coffs Harbour to Melbourne
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
694 mi +1h ahead 2 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between CFS and MEL, connecting options are available through 2 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for CFS to MEL.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
2
Hubs
~11h
Fastest
~17h
Longest
BNE ~11h 45m SYD ~17h 15m
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2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
94
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Alternatives

Other ways to reach Melbourne from Coffs Harbour

Nearby airports with service to Melbourne Airport.
Metric CFS→MEL BNK→MEL OOL→MEL
Distance from CFS – 106 mi 151 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1 6
Weekly flights 0 7 221
Ballina (BNK) to Melbourne flights · Gold Coast (OOL) to Melbourne flights · Williamtown (NTL) to Melbourne flights
Airports within 200 miles of CFS with service to Melbourne Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Melbourne is 1 hour ahead of Coffs Harbour.
CFS: AEST · MEL: AEDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Coffs Harbour, it's 7:00 PM in Melbourne.
Distance & Flight Time
694 mi / 1,117 km
Getting from MEL

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 Climate

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.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

CFS–MEL Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Coffs Harbour to Melbourne route.
Route details
Distance694 mi / 1,117 km
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections2 hubs
Origin: CFS
Full nameCoffs Harbour Airport
IATA / ICAOCFS / YCFS
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Elevation18 ft / 5 m
Destination: MEL
Full nameMelbourne Airport
IATA / ICAOMEL / YMML
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Passengers/yr35.0M
Elevation434 ft / 132 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about CFS to MEL flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through BNE and SYD. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Melbourne is 1 hour ahead of Coffs Harbour.
Yes, return flights from MEL to CFS are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include BNK, OOL and NTL. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.
Flight time is about 1 hour 45 minutes to 2 hours on the 1,000 km route. The flight heads south along the NSW coast before crossing into Victorian airspace. Melbourne's Tullamarine Airport is the destination.
Virgin Australia operates nonstop service on this route. Frequency is typically 1 daily flight, with possible increase during holidays. Link Airways and Rex have also served Coffs Harbour at different times. The nonstop to Melbourne avoids the need to connect through Sydney.
Yes. Coffs Harbour to Sydney is a shorter route at about 530 km with more daily options. Qantas, Rex, and Virgin Australia serve CFS-SYD with combined frequency of 3 to 5 daily flights. If you need to reach Melbourne and no direct flight fits, connecting through Sydney adds about 2 hours to total travel time.
Coffs Harbour Airport has a single terminal on the beachfront south of the town centre. The terminal was upgraded in recent years. It is a 5 minute drive from the main shopping area and 10 minutes from the Big Banana. Car rental counters from Hertz, Avis, and Budget are at the terminal. Parking is free.
Coffs Harbour sits on the NSW Mid-North Coast between Sydney and Brisbane. The region has subtropical beaches, the Solitary Islands Marine Park for diving and snorkelling, and hinterland rainforest in the Dorrigo National Park. The city has a population of about 75,000 and serves as a regional centre for the Coffs Coast. Banana growing and blueberry farming are major local industries.

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.