Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Hamilton Island from $212

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 4/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — HTI
30 Nov — 7 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Hamilton Island

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to Hamilton Island (HTI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 31 October 2025.

Round-trip from

$394

One-way from

$212

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$507

Good round-trip deal

$438 or less

Good one-way deal

$183 or less
Virgin Australia
  • Virgin Australia
  • 13/12-20/12
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 10m total
  • Melbourne to Hamilton Island
Virgin Australia
  • Virgin Australia
  • 4/12
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 05m total
  • Melbourne to Hamilton Island
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($70 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($22 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Hamilton Island
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Hamilton Island. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 31 October 2025.

Sat 13/1207:25MEL - HTI
Nonstop3h 05mVirgin Australia
Sat 20/1210:10HTI - MEL
Nonstop3h 05mVirgin Australia
Deal found 29/10$394
Sun 14/1207:25MEL - HTI
Nonstop3h 05mVirgin Australia
Sun 21/1210:10HTI - MEL
Nonstop3h 05mVirgin Australia
Deal found 30/10$396
Sat 29/1107:25MEL - HTI
Nonstop3h 05mVirgin Australia
Sun 30/1110:10HTI - MEL
Nonstop3h 05mVirgin Australia
Deal found 30/10$402
Sun 7/1207:25MEL - HTI
Nonstop3h 05mVirgin Australia
Sun 14/1212:40HTI - MEL
1 stop5h 35mVirgin Australia
Deal found 29/10$429
Tue 23/1207:25MEL - HTI
Nonstop3h 05mVirgin Australia
Tue 30/1210:10HTI - MEL
Nonstop3h 05mVirgin Australia
Deal found 29/10$446
Sun 21/1222:45MEL - HTI
1 stop11h 15mVirgin Australia
Wed 24/1209:40HTI - MEL
1 stop13h 35mVirgin Australia
Deal found 30/10$487

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

Fly from

Melbourne

Fly to

Hamilton Island

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneHamilton Island

MEL - HTI

MELHTI

Melbourne

Sun 22/3

09:00-14:10

1 stop6h 10m

Hamilton Island

Thu 26/3

14:50-21:05

1 stop5h 15m

$416

MelbourneHamilton Island

MEL - HTI

MELHTI

Melbourne

Thu 8/1

07:10-12:00

1 stop5h 50m

Hamilton Island

Sun 11/1

09:40-18:15

1 stop7h 35m

$426

MelbourneHamilton Island

MEL - HTI

MELHTI

Melbourne

Wed 11/2

07:10-12:00

1 stop5h 50m

Hamilton Island

Mon 16/2

14:50-21:05

1 stop5h 15m

$429

MelbourneHamilton Island

MEL - HTI

MELHTI

Melbourne

Sun 7/12

07:25-09:30

Nonstop3h 05m

Hamilton Island

Sun 14/12

12:40-19:15

1 stop5h 35m

$429

MelbourneHamilton Island

MEL - HTI

MELHTI

Melbourne

Sun 1/3

09:00-14:10

1 stop6h 10m

Hamilton Island

Thu 5/3

10:10-14:15

Nonstop3h 05m

$429

MelbourneHamilton Island

MEL - HTI

MELHTI

Melbourne

Sat 10/1

07:10-12:00

1 stop5h 50m

Hamilton Island

Sat 17/1

12:40-18:15

1 stop4h 35m

$432

MelbourneHamilton Island

MEL - HTI

MELHTI

Melbourne

Sat 14/2

07:25-09:30

Nonstop3h 05m

Hamilton Island

Tue 17/2

12:40-21:15

1 stop7h 35m

$432

MelbourneHamilton Island

MEL - HTI

MELHTI

Melbourne

Tue 23/12

07:25-09:30

Nonstop3h 05m

Hamilton Island

Tue 30/12

10:10-14:15

Nonstop3h 05m

$442

MelbourneHamilton Island

MEL - HTI

MELHTI

Melbourne

Sat 29/11

07:10-12:00

1 stop5h 50m

Hamilton Island

Sun 30/11

10:10-14:15

Nonstop3h 05m

$455

MelbourneHamilton Island

MEL - HTI

MELHTI

Melbourne

Thu 4/12

07:25-09:30

Nonstop3h 05m

$212

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Hamilton Island

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne Airport to Hamilton Island

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Hamilton Island?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Hamilton Island. Price data was last updated on 24 October 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Melbourne Airport to Hamilton Island may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 43 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Hamilton Island?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Hamilton Island (average of $134). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Hamilton Island in September is currently the most expensive (average of $268). 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 HTI?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Hamilton Island. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 31 October 2025.

When flying from Melbourne Airport to Hamilton Island, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at midday, which can drop the price by up to 63% versus a flight in the evening.

Reviews of airlines servicing Hamilton Island

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Hamilton Island. 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 Hamilton Island. Reviews last updated 31 October 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways, andJetstar from Melbourne Airport to Hamilton Island have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Hamilton Island. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Hamilton Island from Melbourne?

    If you book a flight to Hamilton Island from Melbourne, you will be flying to Hamilton Island, which is the city’s only airport. Hamilton Island (HTI) is located 1.0 km from the centre of Hamilton Island. There is 1 flight from Melbourne to Hamilton Island per day from 3 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Hamilton Island?

    Airlines like Virgin Australia fly from Melbourne Airport to Hamilton Island in about 6h 10m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . The distance between Melbourne Airport and Hamilton Island is about 1963 km.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Hamilton Island round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Melbourne Airport to Hamilton Island is Jetstar. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $181 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways, starting at $318 and $416 round-trip. Users have found that Jetstar is 59% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne Airport to Hamilton Island?

    Before booking your flight to Hamilton Island from Melbourne Airport, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Qatar Airways (100%), Air India (100%), Virgin Australia( 100%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to Hamilton Island?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $147. While the most popular route (Melbourne - Hamilton Island) can be booked for $378 on average, our data indicates $343 when flying from Melbourne Airport to Hamilton Island.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Melbourne Airport to Hamilton Island?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Sydney?

    Sydney Opera House, The Rocks Markets, and Australia Square are the most popular attractions in Sydney if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Sydney Opera House, The Rocks Markets, and Australia Square can be visited by traveling about 9.9 km, 9.6 km, and 8.8 km respectively from Sydney Kingsford Smith. Travellers can rent a car at Sydney Kingsford Smith for an average daily rate of $63 to make sightseeing during their stopover a little easier.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Melbourne Airport to Hamilton Island flights?

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Hamilton Island that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Hamilton Island?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Hamilton Island?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Hamilton Island 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 Hamilton Island?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Hamilton Island (average of $134). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Hamilton Island in September is currently the most expensive (average of $268). 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 Hamilton Island

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$181Average$356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$318Average$450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$416Average$696FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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