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Cheap flights from Newcastle to Melbourne from $59

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 9/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NTL — MEL
23 Jul — 30 Jul1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Newcastle Williamtown to Melbourne are usually found in May or August, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Newcastle to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Newcastle (NTL) to Melbourne (ME1). 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

$122

One-way from

$59

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$201
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 12/8-16/8
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 10m total
  • Newcastle to Melbourne
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 9/8
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 40m total
  • Newcastle to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price ($73 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Newcastle to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Newcastle to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 July 2025.

Tue 12/820:40NTL - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Sat 16/806:30MEL - NTL
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Deal found 17/7$122
Mon 20/1020:40NTL - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 27/1006:15MEL - NTL
Nonstop1h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/7$182
Wed 6/807:50NTL - AVV
1 stop12h 15mJetstar
Sat 9/820:40AVV - NTL
1 stop10h 35mJetstar
Deal found 16/7$362
Thu 31/717:55NTL - AVV
1 stop4h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/820:40AVV - NTL
1 stop10h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/7$537

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Newcastle 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 Newcastle to Melbourne that are best for you.

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Newcastle

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Melbourne

Route

Depart

Return

Price

NewcastleMelbourne

NTL - MEL

NTLMEL

Newcastle Williamtown

Tue 12/8

20:40-22:20

Nonstop1h 40m

Melbourne

Sat 16/8

06:30-08:00

Nonstop1h 30m

$122

NewcastleMelbourne

NTL - MEL

NTLMEL

Newcastle Williamtown

Mon 20/10

20:40-22:20

Nonstop1h 40m

Melbourne

Mon 27/10

06:15-07:55

Nonstop1h 40m

$182

NewcastleMelbourne

NTL - AVV

NTLAVV

Newcastle Williamtown

Wed 6/8

07:50-20:05

1 stop12h 15m

Melbourne Avalon

Sat 9/8

20:40-07:15

1 stop10h 35m

$362

NewcastleMelbourne

NTL - AVV

NTLAVV

Newcastle Williamtown

Thu 31/7

17:55-22:50

1 stop4h 55m

Melbourne Avalon

Mon 4/8

20:40-07:15

1 stop10h 35m

$537

NewcastleMelbourne

NTL - MEL

NTLMEL

Newcastle Williamtown

Sat 9/8

20:40-22:20

Nonstop1h 40m

$59

NewcastleMelbourne

NTL - MEL

NTLMEL

Newcastle Williamtown

Sun 28/9

08:45-10:25

Nonstop1h 40m

$103

NewcastleMelbourne

NTL - AVV

NTLAVV

Newcastle Williamtown

Tue 23/9

19:00-15:15

1 stop20h 15m

$174

NewcastleMelbourne

NTL - MEL

NTLMEL

Newcastle Williamtown

Tue 11/11

13:00-18:20

1 stop5h 20m

$205

NewcastleMelbourne

NTL - AVV

NTLAVV

Newcastle Williamtown

Thu 31/7

17:55-14:10

1 stop20h 15m

$256

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Best time to book a flight from Newcastle to Melbourne

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

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

The best time to book flights from Newcastle to Melbourne is 87 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 Newcastle to Melbourne?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newcastle to Melbourne (average of $132). Flying from Newcastle to Melbourne 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 NTL to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Newcastle 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 optimal to fly from Newcastle to Melbourne in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 56% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

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

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Newcastle to Melbourne flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings 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 Newcastle to Melbourne

Explore weekly flight availability from Newcastle 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 NTL to ME1 are scheduled on a Wednesday (13 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 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.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Newcastle to Melbourne, such as Virgin Australia and Jetstar. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
408 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

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.
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
408 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
408 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

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.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
458 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
408 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

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 Newcastle 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 Newcastle to Melbourne?

    Newcastle Williamtown (NTL), located 15.6 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Newcastle to Melbourne. 3 airlines have flights from Williamtown to Melbourne on a regular basis. Booking flights from Newcastle Williamtown to Melbourne should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 9 outbound flights to Melbourne per day.

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

    Currently priced at $122, Jetstar will fly you from Newcastle to Melbourne and back. In addition to Jetstar, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. You may be able to fly from Newcastle to Melbourne for 42% less than the average price by searching for this airline.

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

    Consider Etihad Airways (84%), Alliance Airlines (84%) or Air New Zealand (84%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Newcastle to Melbourne.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Newcastle to Melbourne?

    The cheapest flight price from Newcastle to Melbourne is $56. On average you can expect to pay $438. The most popular route, (Newcastle Williamtown - Melbourne), can usually be booked for $117.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newcastle to Melbourne (average of $132). Flying from Newcastle to Melbourne 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 3 airlines flying from Newcastle to Melbourne

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$114Average$250FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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JetstarCheapest$114Average$199FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$166Average$350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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