Melbourne Avalon International Airport guide

Updated 2026-10-08

Avalon Airport sits about 15 km north-east of central Geelong and about 50 km south-west of central Melbourne, in Victoria. Its ICAO code is YMAV. The airfield opened in 1953, and the site is owned by the Australian Department of Defence. Avalon Airport Australia Pty Ltd, a Linfox subsidiary, operates it.

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Services at Melbourne Avalon International Airport

5 of 6 available

Key facts

  • Services9listed across 5 of 6 types
  • Local timeMelbourne time
  • IATAAVVICAO YMAV
  • Runways1
  • Terminals1mixed
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Terminals

1 terminal
  • AVMixedAvalon Airport TerminalJetstar

Nearby cities

straight-line distance
  • GeelongSouthwest of the airport20 km
  • MelbourneNortheast of the airport55 km

Questions

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What are the airport codes for Melbourne Avalon International Airport?

Melbourne Avalon International Airport uses the following codes: IATA: AVV, ICAO: YMAV. These codes are used by airlines, pilots, and travel systems to identify the airport.

Where is Melbourne Avalon International Airport located?

Melbourne Avalon International Airport is located in Geelong/Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. The airport coordinates are -38.0403°, 144.4672°.

What services are available at Melbourne Avalon International Airport?

Melbourne Avalon International Airport offers: 1 parking options, 4 car rental companies, 1 nearby hotels, 2 shuttle services, public transport connections. Click on each service type above to view detailed information.

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