Melbourne to Wollongong flights
Wollongong lies 652 km (405 mi) north-east of Melbourne, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 35 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
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| Melbourne | Wollongong | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Australia | Australia |
| Population | 5.4 million | 280,153 |
| Elevation | 25 m (82 ft) | 29 m (95 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+10 (Australia/Melbourne) | UTC+10 (Australia/Sydney) |
| Nearest large airport | MEL, 19 km out | SYD, 59 km out |
| Postal codes | 3000–8383 | 2500–2520 |
Airports at each end
Leaving Melbourne
Melbourne is served by 4 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Melbourne Airport (MEL), 19 km (12 mi) from the centre, whose 11,998-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Melbourne Avalon International Airport (AVV, 50 km), Melbourne Essendon Airport (MEB, 11 km), Melbourne Moorabbin Airport (MBW, 22 km).
Arriving in Wollongong
Wollongong is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD), 59 km (37 mi) from the centre, whose 12,999-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport | SYD | 59 km (37 mi) | 12,999 ft | 21 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Wollongong from Melbourne?
652 km (405 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Melbourne.
How long does it take to get from Melbourne to Wollongong by air?
About 1 h 35 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Melbourne and Wollongong?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Melbourne to Wollongong flights?
Typically Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.