Cheap flights from Hobart to Melbourne Airport from $71

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 13/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HBA — MEL
23 Jul — 30 Jul1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Hobart to Melbourne are usually found in September or January, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Hobart to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Hobart (HBA) to Melbourne (MEL). 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 18 July 2025.

Round-trip from

$140

One-way from

$71

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$205

Good round-trip deal

$223 or less

Good one-way deal

$136 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 5/8-6/8
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 35m total
  • Hobart to Melbourne
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 13/8
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 25m total
  • Hobart to Melbourne
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($32 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Hobart to Melbourne.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Hobart to Melbourne.

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Cheapest flights from Hobart to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Hobart to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 July 2025.

Tue 5/821:00HBA - MEL
Nonstop1h 20mJetstar
Wed 6/806:10MEL - HBA
Nonstop1h 15mJetstar
Deal found 16/7$140
Thu 24/721:00HBA - MEL
Nonstop1h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 28/721:10MEL - HBA
Nonstop1h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/7$273
Tue 5/820:25HBA - MEL
1 stop12h 25mVirgin Australia
Wed 6/821:10MEL - HBA
Nonstop1h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 18/7$282

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Hobart to Melbourne 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 18 July 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Hobart to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Hobart

Fly to

Melbourne

Route

Depart

Return

Price

HobartMelbourne

HBA - MEL

HBAMEL

Hobart

Tue 5/8

21:00-22:20

Nonstop1h 20m

Melbourne

Wed 6/8

06:10-07:25

Nonstop1h 15m

$140

HobartMelbourne

HBA - MEL

HBAMEL

Hobart

Fri 3/10

19:30-20:55

Nonstop1h 25m

Melbourne

Sun 5/10

06:10-07:25

Nonstop1h 15m

$197

HobartMelbourne

HBA - MEL

HBAMEL

Hobart

Tue 5/8

20:25-08:50

1 stop12h 25m

Melbourne

Wed 6/8

21:10-22:30

Nonstop1h 20m

$282

HobartMelbourne

HBA - MEL

HBAMEL

Hobart

Wed 13/8

16:30-17:55

Nonstop1h 25m

$71

HobartMelbourne

HBA - MEL

HBAMEL

Hobart

Sun 31/8

06:25-07:50

Nonstop1h 25m

$114

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 16/7

Best time to book a flight from Hobart to Melbourne

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Hobart to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 11 July 2025.

The best time to book flights from Hobart to Melbourne Airport is 85 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 Hobart to Melbourne Airport?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Hobart to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from Hobart to Melbourne Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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 HBA to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Hobart to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 18 July 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Hobart to Melbourne Airport in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 68% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Hobart to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 13 July 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Hobart to Melbourne Airport flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings 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.

Weekly flight availability from Hobart to Melbourne Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Hobart to Melbourne. 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 18 July 2025.

The most flights from HBA to MEL are scheduled on a Thursday (44 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (31 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated 18 July 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Virgin Australia and Jetstar from Hobart to Melbourne Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.4

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.

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.4

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.

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.4

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 Hobart to Melbourne. 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 from for flights from Hobart to Melbourne?

    If you book a flight to Melbourne from Hobart, you will be flying from Hobart, which is the city’s only airport. Hobart (HBA) is located 15.8 km from the centre of Hobart. There are 37 flights from Hobart to Melbourne per day from 4 different airlines.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Hobart to Melbourne Airport round-trip?

    According to our current data, Jetstar ($140), offers the cheapest pricing from Hobart to Melbourne Airport. Jetstar is 34% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Hobart to Melbourne Airport consider choosing United Airlines(97%), Etihad Airways(93%) or Virgin Australia(92%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $3,425 for a flight from Hobart to Melbourne Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $76 while the most popular route, (Hobart - Melbourne) is currently priced at $139.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Hobart to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from Hobart to Melbourne Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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 4 airlines flying from Hobart to Melbourne

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RexCheapest$113Average$242FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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JetstarCheapest$121Average$205FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$123Average$273FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$204Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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