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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Hobart from $78

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 17/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — HBA
3 Sep — 10 Sep1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Hobart are usually found in January or May, booked 83 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Hobart

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) 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 29 August 2025.

Round-trip from

$146

One-way from

$78

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$225

Good round-trip deal

$174 or less

Good one-way deal

$110 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 16/9-16/9
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 35m total
  • Melbourne to Hobart
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 17/9
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 15m total
  • Melbourne to Hobart
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($21 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 29 August 2025.

Wed 1/1019:10MEL - HBA
Nonstop1h 15mJetstar
Wed 15/1021:00HBA - MEL
Nonstop1h 20mJetstar
Deal found 27/8$146
Wed 10/906:10MEL - HBA
Nonstop1h 15mJetstar
Thu 11/921:00HBA - MEL
Nonstop1h 20mJetstar
Deal found 28/8$147
Tue 16/906:10MEL - HBA
Nonstop1h 15mJetstar
Fri 19/921:00HBA - MEL
Nonstop1h 20mJetstar
Deal found 26/8$149
Wed 15/1006:10MEL - HBA
Nonstop1h 15mJetstar
Wed 15/1021:00HBA - MEL
Nonstop1h 20mJetstar
Deal found 27/8$152
Tue 2/919:10MEL - HBA
Nonstop1h 15mJetstar
Sat 6/921:00HBA - MEL
Nonstop1h 20mJetstar
Deal found 28/8$158
Thu 9/1006:10MEL - HBA
Nonstop1h 15mJetstar
Sun 12/1008:00HBA - MEL
Nonstop1h 20mJetstar
Deal found 27/8$159
Sat 13/919:10MEL - HBA
Nonstop1h 15mJetstar
Tue 16/921:00HBA - MEL
Nonstop1h 20mJetstar
Deal found 28/8$162
Mon 15/919:10MEL - HBA
Nonstop1h 15mJetstar
Mon 22/916:30HBA - MEL
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 28/8$164
Sat 13/919:10MEL - HBA
Nonstop1h 15mJetstar
Mon 22/921:00HBA - MEL
Nonstop1h 20mJetstar
Deal found 28/8$173
Thu 18/914:40MEL - HBA
Nonstop1h 15mJetstar
Mon 22/921:00HBA - MEL
Nonstop1h 20mJetstar
Deal found 28/8$176

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

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Melbourne

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Hobart

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Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneHobart

MEL - HBA

MELHBA

Melbourne

Tue 16/9

06:10-07:25

Nonstop1h 15m

Hobart

Tue 16/9

21:00-22:20

Nonstop1h 20m

$146

MelbourneHobart

MEL - HBA

MELHBA

Melbourne

Wed 1/10

19:10-20:25

Nonstop1h 15m

Hobart

Wed 15/10

21:00-22:20

Nonstop1h 20m

$146

MelbourneHobart

MEL - HBA

MELHBA

Melbourne

Wed 17/9

06:10-07:25

Nonstop1h 15m

Hobart

Thu 18/9

08:00-09:20

Nonstop1h 20m

$147

MelbourneHobart

MEL - HBA

MELHBA

Melbourne

Wed 10/9

06:10-07:25

Nonstop1h 15m

Hobart

Sat 13/9

21:00-22:20

Nonstop1h 20m

$147

MelbourneHobart

MEL - HBA

MELHBA

Melbourne

Wed 10/9

06:10-07:25

Nonstop1h 15m

Hobart

Thu 11/9

21:00-22:20

Nonstop1h 20m

$147

MelbourneHobart

MEL - HBA

MELHBA

Melbourne

Fri 3/10

06:10-07:25

Nonstop1h 15m

Hobart

Mon 13/10

21:00-22:20

Nonstop1h 20m

$147

MelbourneHobart

MEL - HBA

MELHBA

Melbourne

Sun 8/2

06:50-08:05

Nonstop1h 15m

Hobart

Fri 13/2

21:55-23:15

Nonstop1h 20m

$149

MelbourneHobart

MEL - HBA

MELHBA

Melbourne

Sun 8/2

06:50-08:05

Nonstop1h 15m

Hobart

Tue 10/2

21:55-23:15

Nonstop1h 20m

$149

MelbourneHobart

MEL - HBA

MELHBA

Melbourne

Tue 16/9

06:10-07:25

Nonstop1h 15m

Hobart

Fri 19/9

21:00-22:20

Nonstop1h 20m

$149

MelbourneHobart

MEL - HBA

MELHBA

Melbourne

Wed 8/10

07:00-08:15

Nonstop1h 15m

Hobart

Sun 12/10

08:00-09:20

Nonstop1h 20m

$149

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Hobart

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport 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 22 August 2025.

Booking 67 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Melbourne Airport 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 Airport to Hobart?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Hobart (average of $144). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Hobart in February is currently the most expensive (average of $174). 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 29 August 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Melbourne Airport to Hobart in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 6% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Hobart. Price data was last updated on 24 August 2025.

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

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 29 August 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia, andJetstar from Melbourne Airport to Hobart. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
905 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Food

6.9

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

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Food

6.9

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

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Food

6.9

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

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Food

6.9

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 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?

    Hobart (HBA) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Melbourne to Hobart. You should not have trouble finding flights to Hobart from Melbourne; the airport handles an average of 36 inbound flights from Melbourne per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 3 airlines have flights to the Hobart airport from Melbourne. It is only a 15.8 km journey from Hobart (HBA) to Hobart’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Hobart?

    Departing from Melbourne Airport to Hobart will take you 1h 15m. Airlines will cover a distance of 616 km. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

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

    According to our current data, Virgin Australia ($121), Jetstar ($124), and Qantas Airways ($238) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne Airport to Hobart. Virgin Australia is priced at 42% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    Consider United Airlines (87%), China Southern (82%) or Qatar Airways (81%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Melbourne Airport to Hobart.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to Hobart?

    The cheapest flight price from Melbourne Airport to Hobart is $75. On average you can expect to pay $184. The most popular route, (Melbourne - Hobart), can usually be booked for $138.

  • 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 Airport to Hobart?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Hobart (average of $144). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Hobart in February is currently the most expensive (average of $174). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$121Average$271FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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JetstarCheapest$124Average$201FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$238Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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