Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Oakleigh travel guide

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You're Going to Love Oakleigh

With a population of 7,822, Oakleigh is a must-see destination in Victoria, Australia. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Oakleigh has to offer.

Where to Eat in Oakleigh

If you’re looking for affordable options, Caffé Greco Oakleigh (27-29 Eaton Mall) and Mykonos Restaurant Bar (58 Portman St) are great picks.

When to visit Oakleigh

Oakleigh in February
Estimated hotel price
$193
1 night at 3-star hotel
Oakleigh in February
Estimated hotel price
$193
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Oakleigh

Plane

When flying to Oakleigh, you’ll arrive at Melbourne Moorabbin (MBW), which is located 5 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Oakleigh is to pick up a car hire from Melbourne, which is about 10 miles from Oakleigh. You’ll find branches of Turo and Bargain Car Rentals, among others, in Melbourne.

Plane

When flying to Oakleigh, you’ll arrive at Melbourne Moorabbin (MBW), which is located 5 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Oakleigh is to pick up a car hire from Melbourne, which is about 10 miles from Oakleigh. You’ll find branches of Turo and Bargain Car Rentals, among others, in Melbourne.

Airports near Oakleigh

AVVMelbourne Avalon
MELMelbourne
MEBMelbourne Essendon

Airlines serving Oakleigh

KLM
Good (1,430 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,626 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,007 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,574 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,094 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,812 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,094 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,679 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,051 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,438 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,505 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,522 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,331 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (879 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,095 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,606 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,336 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,412 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,450 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (906 reviews)
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Where to stay in Oakleigh

Average rates range from around $149 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $225 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Oakleigh

Most booked hotels in Oakleigh

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Hotel Chadstone Melbourne - MGallery Collection
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
$225+
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The Dingley Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
$144+
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Nightcap at Sandbelt Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$118+
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Oros Hotel and Apartments
2 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
$147+
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Gateway on Monash
4 stars
Good (7.4, Good reviews)
$111+
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Sandown Regency Hotel & Apartments
3 stars
Okay (5.7, Okay reviews)
$84+
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Hiring a car in Oakleigh

Hiring a car in Oakleigh costs $51 per day, on average, or $203 if you want to hire it for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 16% cheaper than airport locations in Oakleigh.

Expect to pay $1.64 per litre in Oakleigh (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $19.65 and $26.20. Economy (Suzuki Swift or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Oakleigh, while also 43% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Oakleigh costs $51 per day, on average, or $203 if you want to hire it for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 16% cheaper than airport locations in Oakleigh.

Expect to pay $1.64 per litre in Oakleigh (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $19.65 and $26.20. Economy (Suzuki Swift or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Oakleigh, while also 43% cheaper than other types, on average.

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