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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Airlie Beach from $124

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — MKY
3 Sep — 10 Sep1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Airlie Beach are usually found in June or May, booked 43 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Airlie Beach

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Melbourne to Airlie Beach flight deals. Data was last updated 29 August 2025.

Round-trip from

$305

One-way from

$149

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$399
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 9/10-16/10
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 55m total
  • Melbourne to Airlie Beach
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 9/9
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 55m total
  • Melbourne to Airlie Beach
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($72 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($23 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
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Find flight deals from Melbourne to Airlie Beach

Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Airlie Beach
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Airlie Beach. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 August 2025.

Thu 9/1008:10MEL - HTI
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Thu 16/1010:45HTI - MEL
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 27/8$305
Sat 8/1107:25MEL - HTI
Nonstop3h 05mVirgin Australia
Sat 15/1110:10HTI - MEL
Nonstop3h 05mVirgin Australia
Deal found 29/8$319
Thu 9/1008:10MEL - HTI
Nonstop2h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 16/1012:30HTI - MEL
1 stop6h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/8$331
Thu 4/908:10MEL - HTI
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Thu 11/911:45HTI - MEL
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 28/8$336
Thu 6/1107:25MEL - HTI
Nonstop3h 05mVirgin Australia
Sun 9/1112:40HTI - MEL
1 stop8h 35mVirgin Australia
Deal found 28/8$379
Wed 10/908:30MEL - HTI
1 stop5h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 13/911:45HTI - MEL
Nonstop3h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/8$380
Thu 4/908:10MEL - HTI
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Thu 25/911:45HTI - MEL
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 27/8$385
Sat 15/1107:25MEL - HTI
Nonstop3h 05mVirgin Australia
Sat 15/1112:40HTI - MEL
1 stop5h 35mVirgin Australia
Deal found 27/8$405
Mon 17/1108:10MEL - HTI
1 stop4h 50mVirgin Australia
Sun 23/1110:10HTI - MEL
Nonstop3h 05mVirgin Australia
Deal found 29/8$414

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to Airlie Beach that are best for you.

Fly from

Melbourne

Fly to

Airlie Beach

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneHamilton Island

MEL - HTI

MELHTI

Melbourne

Thu 9/10

08:10-10:05

Nonstop2h 55m

Hamilton Island

Thu 16/10

10:45-14:45

Nonstop3h 00m

$305

MelbourneHamilton Island

MEL - HTI

MELHTI

Melbourne

Sat 8/11

07:25-09:30

Nonstop3h 05m

Hamilton Island

Sat 15/11

10:10-14:15

Nonstop3h 05m

$319

MelbourneHamilton Island

MEL - HTI

MELHTI

Melbourne

Thu 9/10

08:10-10:05

Nonstop2h 55m

Hamilton Island

Thu 16/10

12:30-20:20

1 stop6h 50m

$331

MelbourneHamilton Island

MEL - HTI

MELHTI

Melbourne

Thu 6/11

07:25-09:30

Nonstop3h 05m

Hamilton Island

Sun 9/11

12:40-22:15

1 stop8h 35m

$379

MelbourneHamilton Island

MEL - HTI

MELHTI

Melbourne

Sat 14/2

07:25-09:30

Nonstop3h 05m

Hamilton Island

Tue 17/2

14:50-20:35

1 stop4h 45m

$379

MelbourneHamilton Island

MEL - HTI

MELHTI

Melbourne

Wed 10/9

08:30-14:10

1 stop5h 40m

Hamilton Island

Sat 13/9

11:45-14:45

Nonstop3h 00m

$380

MelbourneHamilton Island

MEL - HTI

MELHTI

Melbourne

Thu 15/1

07:25-09:30

Nonstop3h 05m

Hamilton Island

Thu 15/1

12:40-19:15

1 stop5h 35m

$399

MelbourneHamilton Island

MEL - HTI

MELHTI

Melbourne

Sat 15/11

07:25-09:30

Nonstop3h 05m

Hamilton Island

Sat 15/11

12:40-19:15

1 stop5h 35m

$405

MelbourneHamilton Island

MEL - HTI

MELHTI

Melbourne

Thu 9/10

08:10-10:05

Nonstop2h 55m

$124

MelbourneHamilton Island

MEL - HTI

MELHTI

Melbourne

Tue 9/9

08:10-11:05

Nonstop2h 55m

$149

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Airlie Beach

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne Airport to Airlie Beach

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Airlie Beach?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Airlie Beach. Price data was last updated on 22 August 2025.

The best time to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Airlie Beach is 43 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Airlie Beach?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Airlie Beach (average of $147). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Airlie Beach in September is currently the most expensive (average of $309). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MEL to A1R?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Airlie Beach. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 29 August 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Melbourne Airport to Airlie Beach as you normally would.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne Airport to Airlie Beach?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Airlie Beach. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne Airport to Airlie Beach flight should consider departing on Saturday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne Airport to Airlie Beach?

Reviews of airlines servicing Airlie Beach

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Airlie Beach. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Airlie Beach. Reviews last updated 29 August 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia, andJetstar from Melbourne Airport to Airlie Beach to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
905 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.9

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,July 2025

MEL - SYD

Flight cancelled 2hours before take off after checking in. Booked by airline on flight 6 hours later. No compensation or vouchers till we asked just before the flight took off.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
905 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
905 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.9

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,July 2025

MEL - SYD

Flight cancelled 2hours before take off after checking in. Booked by airline on flight 6 hours later. No compensation or vouchers till we asked just before the flight took off.
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
415 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
905 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.9

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,July 2025

MEL - SYD

Flight cancelled 2hours before take off after checking in. Booked by airline on flight 6 hours later. No compensation or vouchers till we asked just before the flight took off.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
469 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
905 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.9

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,July 2025

MEL - SYD

Flight cancelled 2hours before take off after checking in. Booked by airline on flight 6 hours later. No compensation or vouchers till we asked just before the flight took off.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Airlie Beach. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Airlie Beach?

    For as low as $305, Jetstar can have you in Airlie Beach from Melbourne Airport in 2h 55m. Melbourne Airport and Airlie Beach are separated by a distance of 1963 km. All flights are typically direct.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Airlie Beach that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to Airlie Beach flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to Airlie Beach.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Airlie Beach?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Airlie Beach by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Airlie Beach?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Airlie Beach (average of $147). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Airlie Beach in September is currently the most expensive (average of $309). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Melbourne to Airlie Beach

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Airlie Beach. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 29 August 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$183Average$419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$305Average$632FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$462Average$750FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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