Melbourne to (MEL–KNS) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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ZL Rex
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2:45 PM
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Melbourne to
1 carrier, 5 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 5 Flights/wk 161 mi 0h 55m nonstop 0 1-stop hubs

MEL–KNS is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Rex leads the route. The flight covers 161 miles in approximately 0h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 0 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

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Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop MEL–KNS service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
ZL Rex 5 SF3 0h55 – – –
Aircraft on this route
SF3 Saab SF340A/B – ZL
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: ZL (5 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, MEL to KNS direction.
Mon
1
flight
Tue
1
flight
Wed
1
flight
Thu
1
flight
Fri
1
flight
Sat
0
flights
Sun
0
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
5
Outbound / wk
1
Return / wk
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for MEL to KNS.
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One-Stop Connections
0
Hubs
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Fastest
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Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
is 0 hours the same as Melbourne.
MEL: AEDT · KNS: AEDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Melbourne, it's 6:00 PM in .
Distance & Flight Time
161 mi / 259 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 0h 55m.
Getting to MEL

No train connection exists; the Melbourne Airport Rail Link was under development as of 2026 but not yet open. The SkyBus operates 24/7 between Southern Cross Station (Spencer St) and MEL in 30–40 minutes (AUD $22–24 one-way). Stops at select CBD hotels on some services.Ride-shares (Uber) from the CBD cost AUD $35–55 and take 25–40 minutes. Taxis run AUD $55–75 (higher at nights and weekends). Parking from AUD $20/day in economy lots. The Tullamarine Freeway is the only practical road route; check traffic before departing.

Facts

MEL–KNS Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Melbourne to route.
Route details
Distance161 mi / 259 km
Flight time0h 55m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights5 out / 1 return
1-stop connections0 hubs
Origin: MEL
Full nameMelbourne Airport
IATA / ICAOMEL / YMML
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Passengers/yr35.0M
Elevation434 ft / 132 m
Destination: KNS
Full nameKing Island Airport
IATA / ICAOKNS / YKII
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Elevation132 ft / 40 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MEL to KNS flights.
Nonstop flights from Melbourne Airport to King Island Airport take approximately 0h 55m. The route covers 161 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: Rex.
There are approximately 5 nonstop flights per week from MEL to KNS. The return direction has about 1 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through . These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from KNS to MEL are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
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.

Flights from MEL to KNS

Melbourne Airport (MEL) and King Island Airport (KNS) are connected by nonstop service from Rex. With 5 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

MEL to KNS Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from MEL to KNS ranges from 0 hours 55 minutes. The route covers a distance of 161 miles (259 km). There are approximately 5 weekly flights outbound and 1 return, totaling 6 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

0 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately hours via hub.