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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Hobart from $76

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 28/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — HBA
22 Feb — 1 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Hobart are usually found in May or January, booked 84 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Hobart
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Hobart. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 23 January 2026.

Sat 21/319:10
MEL
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HBA
Nonstop1h 15m
Jetstar
Tue 24/321:05
HBA
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 22/1$153
Wed 11/306:40
MEL
-
HBA
Nonstop1h 15m
Jetstar
Wed 11/321:05
HBA
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 22/1$154
Wed 25/220:00
MEL
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HBA
Nonstop1h 15m
Jetstar
Sun 8/321:05
HBA
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 22/1$156
Sat 7/319:10
MEL
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HBA
Nonstop1h 15m
Jetstar
Sat 14/321:05
HBA
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 21/1$158
Sun 8/319:10
MEL
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HBA
Nonstop1h 15m
Jetstar
Wed 11/319:45
HBA
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 25m
Jetstar
Deal found 22/1$160
Sun 8/306:40
MEL
-
HBA
Nonstop1h 15m
Jetstar
Sun 15/321:05
HBA
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 21/1$161
Wed 22/406:55
MEL
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HBA
Nonstop1h 20m
Jetstar
Wed 29/418:10
HBA
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 25m
Jetstar
Deal found 21/1$163
Tue 27/120:00
MEL
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HBA
Nonstop1h 15m
Jetstar
Fri 30/122:00
HBA
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 22/1$164
Thu 26/206:40
MEL
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HBA
Nonstop1h 15m
Jetstar
Sun 1/321:05
HBA
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 22/1$166
Wed 4/206:40
MEL
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HBA
Nonstop1h 15m
Jetstar
Sat 7/221:55
HBA
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MEL
Nonstop1h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 20/1$167
Tue 3/220:00
MEL
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HBA
Nonstop1h 15m
Jetstar
Fri 6/222:00
HBA
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MEL
Nonstop1h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 21/1$170
Wed 4/206:40
MEL
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HBA
Nonstop1h 15m
Jetstar
Thu 5/221:55
HBA
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MEL
Nonstop1h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 20/1$172

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Hobart

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) to Hobart (HBA). 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 23 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$153

One-way from

$76

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$183
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  • 7/4-14/4
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 40m total
  • Melbourne to Hobart
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  • 15/7
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 15m total
  • Melbourne to Hobart
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Hobart that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 23 January 2026.
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Price

MelbourneHobart

MEL - HBA

MELHBA

Melbourne

Tue 7/4

06:00-07:20

Nonstop1h 20m

Hobart

Tue 14/4

21:00-22:20

Nonstop1h 20m

$153

MelbourneHobart

MEL - HBA

MELHBA

Melbourne

Sat 21/3

19:10-20:25

Nonstop1h 15m

Hobart

Mon 23/3

21:55-23:15

Nonstop1h 20m

$153

MelbourneHobart

MEL - HBA

MELHBA

Melbourne

Sun 22/3

06:40-07:55

Nonstop1h 15m

Hobart

Wed 25/3

21:05-22:25

Nonstop1h 20m

$153

MelbourneHobart

MEL - HBA

MELHBA

Melbourne

Tue 3/2

20:00-21:15

Nonstop1h 15m

Hobart

Thu 5/2

21:55-23:15

Nonstop1h 20m

$163

MelbourneHobart

MEL - HBA

MELHBA

Melbourne

Thu 12/3

06:40-07:55

Nonstop1h 15m

Hobart

Wed 25/3

21:05-22:25

Nonstop1h 20m

$164

MelbourneHobart

MEL - HBA

MELHBA

Melbourne

Wed 27/5

06:00-07:20

Nonstop1h 20m

Hobart

Sat 30/5

21:00-22:20

Nonstop1h 20m

$164

MelbourneHobart

MEL - HBA

MELHBA

Melbourne

Tue 10/3

19:10-20:25

Nonstop1h 15m

Hobart

Wed 11/3

19:45-21:10

Nonstop1h 25m

$164

MelbourneHobart

MEL - HBA

MELHBA

Melbourne

Thu 26/2

06:40-07:55

Nonstop1h 15m

Hobart

Sun 1/3

21:05-22:25

Nonstop1h 20m

$166

MelbourneHobart

MEL - HBA

MELHBA

Melbourne

Wed 4/2

06:40-07:55

Nonstop1h 15m

Hobart

Sat 7/2

21:55-23:15

Nonstop1h 20m

$173

MelbourneHobart

MEL - HBA

MELHBA

Melbourne

Tue 3/2

20:00-21:15

Nonstop1h 15m

Hobart

Tue 10/2

21:55-23:15

Nonstop1h 20m

$173

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Hobart

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Hobart from Melbourne with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne to Hobart

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne to Hobart?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Hobart. Price data was last updated on 16 January 2026.

Booking 84 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Melbourne to Hobart. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne to Hobart?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Hobart (average of $53). Flying from Melbourne to Hobart in April is currently the most expensive (average of $95). 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 HBA?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Hobart. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 23 January 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Melbourne to Hobart in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 9% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne to Hobart?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Hobart. Price data was last updated on 17 January 2026.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne to Hobart flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Hobart

Explore weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Hobart. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 23 January 2026.

The most flights from ME1 to HBA are scheduled on a Wednesday (54 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (33 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne to Hobart?

How often are flights from Melbourne to Hobart delayed?

About 18% of weekly flights between Melbourne and Hobart have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 88 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to Hobart flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Melbourne to Hobart flights?

Over the past year, Virgin Australia have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 15% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Hobart

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Hobart. 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 Hobart. Reviews last updated 23 January 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways, andJetstar from Melbourne to Hobart have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
430 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Leanne,Dec 2025

MEL - LST

The crew were very welcoming and the landing was excellent
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
430 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
430 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Leanne,Dec 2025

MEL - LST

The crew were very welcoming and the landing was excellent
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
974 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
430 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Leanne,Dec 2025

MEL - LST

The crew were very welcoming and the landing was excellent
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
511 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
430 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Leanne,Dec 2025

MEL - LST

The crew were very welcoming and the landing was excellent

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Hobart. 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 Hobart from Melbourne?

    For a flight from Melbourne to Hobart, you will be flying into Hobart. Hobart (HBA) is just 15.8 km from the centre vof the city. Hobart is the only Hobart airport and it handles 45 inbound flights from Melbourne per day. 3 airlines have flights to Hobart from Melbourne on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne to Hobart?

    Departing from Melbourne to Hobart will take you 1h 20m. Airlines will cover a distance of 616 km. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne to Hobart round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Melbourne to Hobart round-trip from $53. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Virgin Australia, from $102, and Qantas Airways, from $204. Jetstar is currently priced 74% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne to Hobart one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $62 on Jetstar. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Virgin Australia from $92 and Qantas Airways from $141 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne to Hobart?

    Before booking your flight to Hobart from Melbourne, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Air India (75%), IndiGo (73%), Virgin Australia( 71%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Hobart?

    On average you can expect to pay $179 for a flight from Melbourne to Hobart. The cheapest flight overall is $69 while the most popular route, (Melbourne - Hobart) is currently priced at $153.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Hobart?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Hobart 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 to Hobart?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Hobart (average of $53). Flying from Melbourne to Hobart in April is currently the most expensive (average of $95). 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 Hobart

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JetstarCheapest$53Average$227FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$102Average$239FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$204Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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