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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Newcastle from $71

MEL — NTL
26 Sep — 3 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Newcastle Williamtown are usually found in February or May, booked 58 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Saturday

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Newcastle

Tue 10/1106:30 -
Nonstop1h 30m
Tue 24/1121:00 -
Nonstop1h 40m
Deal found 23/8$121
Wed 7/1006:30 -
Nonstop1h 30m
Wed 14/1017:55 -
Nonstop1h 40m
Deal found 23/8$135
Tue 27/1006:30 -
Nonstop1h 30m
Tue 27/1021:00 -
Nonstop1h 40m
Deal found 26/8$138
Thu 10/908:30 -
Nonstop1h 30m
Tue 15/917:55 -
Nonstop1h 40m
Deal found 24/8$146
Wed 9/915:40 -
Nonstop1h 35m
Sat 12/917:55 -
Nonstop1h 40m
Deal found 23/8$149
Fri 13/1106:15 -
Nonstop1h 40m
Sun 15/1108:40 -
Nonstop1h 45m
Deal found 24/8$162
Tue 6/1006:30 -
Nonstop1h 30m
Wed 14/1017:55 -
Nonstop1h 40m
Deal found 25/8$167
Wed 21/1021:40 -
1 stop10h 40m
Tue 27/1017:00 -
1 stop27h 40m
Deal found 25/8$373
Wed 9/920:40 -
1 stop10h 40m
Sat 12/907:55 -
1 stop12h 10m
Deal found 23/8$408
Tue 27/1021:15 -
1 stop19h 10m
Sat 31/1021:25 -
1 stop19h 00m
Deal found 23/8$417
Thu 10/908:50 -
1 stop22h 30m
Mon 14/915:45 -
1 stop28h 20m
Deal found 22/8$428
Tue 13/1021:40 -
1 stop10h 40m
Wed 14/1015:30 -
1 stop5h 35m
Deal found 21/8$438

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Round-trip from

$121

One-way from

$71

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$185
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 10/11-24/11
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 10m total
  • Melbourne to Newcastle
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  • Jetstar
  • 7/10
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 30m total
  • Melbourne to Newcastle
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average return price).
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MelbourneNewcastle

MEL Melbourne - NTL Newcastle Williamtown

MELNTL

Melbourne

Tue 10/11

06:30-08:00

Nonstop1h 30m

Newcastle Williamtown

Tue 24/11

21:00-22:40

Nonstop1h 40m

$121

MelbourneNewcastle

MEL Melbourne - NTL Newcastle Williamtown

MELNTL

Melbourne

Thu 10/9

15:40-17:15

Nonstop1h 35m

Newcastle Williamtown

Tue 15/9

17:55-19:35

Nonstop1h 40m

$160

MelbourneNewcastle

MEL Melbourne - NTL Newcastle Williamtown

MELNTL

Melbourne

Sun 11/10

06:30-08:00

Nonstop1h 30m

Newcastle Williamtown

Sun 18/10

08:35-10:15

Nonstop1h 40m

$201

MelbourneNewcastle

MEL Melbourne - NTL Newcastle Williamtown

MELNTL

Melbourne

Tue 22/9

06:30-08:00

Nonstop1h 30m

Newcastle Williamtown

Tue 29/9

17:55-19:35

Nonstop1h 40m

$224

MelbourneNewcastle

MEL Melbourne - NTL Newcastle Williamtown

MELNTL

Melbourne

Fri 30/10

06:15-07:55

Nonstop1h 40m

Newcastle Williamtown

Mon 2/11

21:00-22:40

Nonstop1h 40m

$279

MelbourneNewcastle

MEL Melbourne - NTL Newcastle Williamtown

MELNTL

Melbourne

Wed 13/1

08:30-10:05

Nonstop1h 35m

Newcastle Williamtown

Thu 14/1

06:00-07:50

Nonstop1h 50m

$294

MelbourneNewcastle

AVV Melbourne Avalon - NTL Newcastle Williamtown

AVVNTL

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 21/10

21:40-08:20

1 stop10h 40m

Newcastle Williamtown

Tue 27/10

17:00-20:40

1 stop27h 40m

$373

MelbourneNewcastle

MEL Melbourne - NTL Newcastle Williamtown

MELNTL

Melbourne

Sat 26/12

16:00-17:40

Nonstop1h 40m

Newcastle Williamtown

Wed 30/12

07:05-11:15

1 stop4h 10m

$408

MelbourneNewcastle

MEL Melbourne - NTL Newcastle Williamtown

MELNTL

Melbourne

Wed 13/1

06:00-11:30

1 stop5h 30m

Newcastle Williamtown

Thu 14/1

18:30-00:15

1 stop5h 45m

$411

MelbourneNewcastle

AVV Melbourne Avalon - NTL Newcastle Williamtown

AVVNTL

Melbourne Avalon

Thu 10/9

08:50-07:20

1 stop22h 30m

Newcastle Williamtown

Mon 14/9

15:45-20:05

1 stop28h 20m

$428

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Newcastle (average of $171). Flying from Melbourne to Newcastle in December is currently the most expensive (average of $261). 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 NTL?

It’s typically best to fly out from Melbourne to Newcastle in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 33% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Newcastle

The most flights from ME1 to NTL are scheduled on a Wednesday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

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

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Melbourne to Newcastle flights typically cost between $139 and $294 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $121 on Jetstar (10 Nov–24 Nov).

How often are flights from Melbourne to Newcastle delayed?

About 16% of weekly flights between Melbourne and Newcastle have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 92 minutes.

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

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

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

Monday 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 Newcastle flights?

Over the past year, Virgin Australia have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 11% of flights being delayed.

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

The price you pay for your flight from Melbourne to Newcastle may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 57 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing Newcastle

See what other customers who have flown with Virgin Australia,Qantas Airways, andJetstar from Melbourne to Newcastle 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
473 reviews
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Crew

8.2

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
473 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
473 reviews
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Crew

8.2

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,085 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
473 reviews
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Crew

8.2

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
568 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
473 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now

Related info for your journey

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Newcastle from Melbourne?

    Located just 15.6 km from the city centre, Newcastle Williamtown is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Newcastle from Melbourne. Booking flights from Melbourne to Williamtown (NTL) should be relatively easy as there are 8 daily inbound flights from Melbourne from 3 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne to Newcastle?

    A quick flight from Melbourne to Newcastle can take about 1h 30m. Jetstar provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $121. The distance from Melbourne to Newcastle is about 834 km. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

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

    Currently priced at $90, Jetstar will fly you from Melbourne to Newcastle and back. In addition to Jetstar, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $90 and $185, respectively. Users have found that Jetstar is 55% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Jetstar, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $54. Virgin Australia flights start at $90 while deals on Qantas Airways start at $134 one-way.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Melbourne to Newcastle on time: Singapore Airlines (85%), Virgin Australia (84%), Alliance Airlines (84%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Newcastle?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Melbourne to Newcastle? While on average our users pay $171, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $69. The most popular route (Melbourne - Newcastle Williamtown), is priced around $137.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Newcastle (average of $171). Flying from Melbourne to Newcastle in December is currently the most expensive (average of $261). 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 Newcastle

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JetstarCheapest$90Average$188FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$90Average$261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$185Average$359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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