Travelling from Melbourne to Kittila Airport (KTT): What you need to know
Melbourne's main base, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), is where new adventures begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Melbourne to Kittila Airport (KTT).
Kittilä is nine hours behind Melbourne. Kittila Airport is located in Kittilä, which is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Your flight from Melbourne to KTT won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Taking off during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
MEL is around 24 kms (15 miles) from central Melbourne. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 40 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Melbourne to Kittila Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Of all flights leaving Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% land on time at their destination.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
On public transport, you can travel from central Melbourne to AVV in around 2 hours 5 minutes. The airport is roughly 56 kms (35 miles) away, and getting there by car takes approximately 50 minutes.
Unwind before your Melbourne to KTT flight at a hotel close to Avalon Airport. Corio Bay Motel is one option where you can jump out of bed and arrive at the airport with time to spare.
The majority of flights that leave Avalon Airport arrive at their destination as expected. It maintains a strong on-time performance rate of 80.09%.
About Kittila Airport (KTT)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Melbourne to Kittila Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near KTT instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Kittila Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Green Motion, Alamo or Keddy By Europcar and venture far and wide through Kittilä and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride around three weeks ahead of your Melbourne to Kittila Airport flight.
Getting from Kittila Airport (KTT) to central Kittilä
Central Kittilä is about 3 miles from Kittila Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary depending on time of day and traffic conditions, so do some research before you go.
It typically takes 25 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Kittila Airport (KTT)
£634 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Kittila Airport. A return flight starts from £1,127. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Melbourne to KTT if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
Affordable Melbourne to Kittila Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares throughout the month and then choose the cheapest day.
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Find a cheap flight from Melbourne to Kittila Airport by using the search filters. Choose your ideal times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Kittila Airport (KTT)
Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding the best time to fly. May is the quietest month to visit Kittilä. March is when most people book flights from Melbourne to Kittila Airport (KTT), which may be perfect if you're after more excitement.
Book a Melbourne to KTT plane ticket departing in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Kittilä to range from 7ºC (45ºF) to 23ºC (73ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Melbourne to Kittila Airport in January when temperatures are between -22ºC (-8ºF) and -5ºC (23ºF).
More about Kittilä
Start your Kittilä trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Kittila Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
There are loads of things to do in Kittilä when you're ready to go sightseeing. Kick off your itinerary at Arcandia - Arctic Adventure Park followed by Santa's Cabin and Giewont Husky Adventures.
Explore more of Finland
You've seen Kittilä, now it's time to discover other parts of Finland. Journey about 306 kms (190 miles) south to Oulu to tick off its popular sights. From Rotuaari Promenade to Oulu Cathedral and Vanha kappeli, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Rovaniemi is another standout destination in Finland and is around 137 kms (85 miles) south of Kittilä. No trip is complete without dropping by Santa Claus Village - Christmas House, Santa Claus Village and Christmas Reindeer.
