Flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Phoenix (PHX)

Phoenix is Arizona's cultural and economic powerhouse, a thriving desert metropolis boasting some of the best Southwestern and Mexican food you'll find anywhere. And with more than 300 days of sunshine a year, exploring the 'Valley of the Sun' is a great idea. It’s time to go beyond. Follow trails that reveal mighty mountaintops. Wander among iconic landscapes beneath picture-perfect skies. Let the Sonoran Desert be your guide to limitless adventure in Phoenix, located in southwestern United States.

The best time to visit Phoenix is in the winter (December to February) or in the spring (March to May). This is when the weather is the most temperate, the desert is in bloom and you’re able to take advantage of all the outdoor adventures Arizona is known for and still plenty of sunshine. Phoenix comes alive during these months, with locals venturing out and about after six months of being in the air conditioning. Arizona is a world-class golf destination, and the PGA Tour comes to Scottsdale in winter. The temperatures during the summer can reach higher than 40 °C. Foodies will love the fall with Arizona Restaurant Week in September. Over 100 restaurants participate across the Valley—offering special pricing and menu items. 

Phoenix International Airport (PHX)Opens external site in a new window, also known as Sky Harbor Airport or simply PHX Airport, serves the city of Phoenix and is Arizona’s largest and busiest airport, among the largest commercial airports in the United States. Phoenix Airport is located 5 km east of downtown Phoenix. Phoenix Airport has two passenger terminals, terminal 3 and terminal 4. Sky Harbour Airport has a variety of services and facilities.

The helpful and friendly staff at Phoenix Airport will be waiting to greet you when you land. Once you collect your bags from the arrivals area, there are various transport options available to get you on your way.

Phoenix Airport has many options of transport options to get to town from the airport. For public transport there are several bus options from Phoenix Airport as well as shuttles. Light rail is connected to the Valley Metro Rail from Sky Harbour Airport. It’s easy to get to downtown by taxi within 10 minutes. It is possible to rent a car in Phoenix Airport which is a good option to move around.

Phoenix Airport has many options of transport options to get to town from the airport. For public transport there are several bus options from Phoenix Airport as well as shuttles. Light rail is connected to the Valley Metro Rail from Sky Harbour Airport. Stations are close by and run right by some of the area’s top attractions, such as the Heard Museum, Phoenix Art Museum, Arizona Science Center, Chase Field, Footprint Center, Arizona State University and more. A one-way pass on the light rail costs $2 or an all-day pass is $4, which can be purchased at the ticket vending machines at each station. It’s easy to get to downtown by taxi within 10 minutes. It is also possible to rent a car in Phoenix Airport which is a good way to explore.

Once you’ve got your tickets from Melbourne, there are a few things you should know to ensure you’re as prepared as possible for your flight.  

Melbourne Airport. Located 20 km (12.5 miles) from the city centre, Melbourne Domestic AirportOpens external site in a new window (MEL), also known as Tullamarine Airport, is the main airport serving the state of Victoria. Qantas operates from two terminals in Melbourne T1 - domestic and T2 - international.

Customers on Qantas flights from Melbourne are a allocated checked baggage allowance. If you require extra luggage, you can purchase an additional baggage allowance online prior to departure.

Customers travelling from Melbourne, ensure you check-in online or via the Qantas App before you arrive at the airport from 24 hours before departure.