Large airport · Geelong/Melbourne, Australia
Melbourne Avalon International Airport
While located outside the Melbourne metropolitan area, it is the second busiest of the four airports serving the state capital in passenger traffic. Its IATA code is AVV. Its ICAO code is YMAV. It has 1 runway, longest 10,000 ft (ASP). Elevation 35 ft.
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Airport facts
| Location | Geelong/Melbourne, Australia |
|---|---|
| IATA code | AVV |
| ICAO code | YMAV |
| Type | Large airport |
| Runways | 1 runway, longest 10,000 ft (ASP) |
| Elevation | 35 ft |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
| Coordinates | 38.0403° S, 144.4672° E |
Every fact above is taken from the sources listed below; anything no source states is left blank rather than guessed.
What Melbourne Avalon International Airport is known for
While located outside the Melbourne metropolitan area, it is the second busiest of the four airports serving the state capital in passenger traffic.
History
Avalon is currently served by passenger airline Jetstar, which began domestic flights in 2004.
Official website: https://www.avalonairport.com.au/ — the airport's own site has the current flight and visiting information.
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- Twelve Apostles · Australia · 87.3 miles away
National parks near this airport
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- Brisbane Ranges National Park · Australia · 19.8 miles away
- Port Phillip Heads Marine National Park · Australia · 21.3 miles away
- Werribee Gorge State Park · Australia · 27.0 miles away
- Point Addis Marine National Park · Australia · 28.9 miles away
- Brimbank Park · Australia · 29.2 miles away
- Organ Pipes National Park · Australia · 30.4 miles away
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Frequently asked questions
What is Melbourne Avalon International Airport?
While located outside the Melbourne metropolitan area, it is the second busiest of the four airports serving the state capital in passenger traffic.
What is the airport code for Melbourne Avalon International Airport?
Melbourne Avalon International Airport — its IATA code is AVV and its ICAO code is YMAV.
Where is Melbourne Avalon International Airport located?
Melbourne Avalon International Airport serves Geelong/Melbourne, Australia. Its coordinates are 38.0403° S, 144.4672° E.
What is the history of Melbourne Avalon International Airport?
Avalon is currently served by passenger airline Jetstar, which began domestic flights in 2004.
Sources
- https://davidmegginson.github.io/ourairports-data/airports.csv#27043
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Avalon_Airport
Page last updated 13 November 2026.