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Cheap flights from Melbourne 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 13/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — HBA
2 Jun — 9 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Hobart are usually found in January or May, booked 56 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 3 May 2026.

Sun 24/506:00
MEL
-
HBA
Nonstop1h 20m
Jetstar
Fri 29/521:00
HBA
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 29/4$143
Wed 30/921:10
MEL
-
HBA
Nonstop1h 20m
Virgin Australia
Tue 6/1022:20
HBA
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 25m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 1/5$144
Mon 1/606:00
MEL
-
HBA
Nonstop1h 20m
Jetstar
Thu 18/621:00
HBA
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 3/5$147
Wed 19/808:35
MEL
-
HBA
Nonstop1h 20m
Virgin Australia
Thu 20/820:20
HBA
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 25m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 2/5$148
Sat 30/506:00
MEL
-
HBA
Nonstop1h 20m
Jetstar
Wed 3/621:05
HBA
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 1/5$151
Mon 29/606:00
MEL
-
HBA
Nonstop1h 20m
Jetstar
Wed 1/721:00
HBA
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 30/4$153
Mon 1/616:10
MEL
-
HBA
Nonstop1h 20m
Jetstar
Sat 6/618:40
HBA
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 25m
Jetstar
Deal found 29/4$154
Thu 25/606:00
MEL
-
HBA
Nonstop1h 20m
Jetstar
Wed 1/716:30
HBA
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 25m
Jetstar
Deal found 30/4$157
Thu 28/516:10
MEL
-
HBA
Nonstop1h 20m
Jetstar
Wed 3/616:30
HBA
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 25m
Jetstar
Deal found 1/5$158
Mon 1/606:00
MEL
-
HBA
Nonstop1h 20m
Jetstar
Wed 3/621:05
HBA
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 2/5$160
Wed 20/506:00
MEL
-
HBA
Nonstop1h 20m
Jetstar
Tue 26/521:00
HBA
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 3/5$161
Wed 24/606:00
AVV
-
HBA
1 stop12h 50m
Jetstar
Tue 30/619:30
HBA
-
AVV
1 stop14h 15m
Jetstar
Deal found 3/5$379

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 3 May 2026.

Round-trip from

$143

One-way from

$78

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$176
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 24/5-29/5
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 40m total
  • Melbourne to Hobart
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 13/5
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 20m 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 3 May 2026.
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Price

Cheapest return flight

MelbourneHobart

MEL - HBA

MELHBA

Melbourne

Mon 1/6

19:05-20:25

Nonstop1h 20m

Hobart

Sat 6/6

16:30-17:55

Nonstop1h 25m

$158
Fastest return journey

MelbourneHobart

MEL - HBA

MELHBA

Melbourne

Mon 1/6

19:05-20:25

Nonstop1h 20m

Hobart

Fri 5/6

21:00-22:20

Nonstop1h 20m

$201

MelbourneHobart

MEL - HBA

MELHBA

Melbourne

Fri 23/10

06:00-07:20

Nonstop1h 20m

Hobart

Tue 27/10

21:10-22:30

Nonstop1h 20m

$201

MelbourneHobart

MEL - HBA

MELHBA

Melbourne

Wed 14/10

06:00-07:20

Nonstop1h 20m

Hobart

Fri 16/10

21:00-22:20

Nonstop1h 20m

$203

MelbourneHobart

MEL - HBA

MELHBA

Melbourne

Thu 14/5

06:00-07:20

Nonstop1h 20m

Hobart

Sun 17/5

07:55-09:15

Nonstop1h 20m

$272

MelbourneHobart

MEL - HBA

MELHBA

Melbourne

Tue 25/8

17:00-09:15

1 stop16h 15m

Hobart

Wed 26/8

20:20-21:45

Nonstop1h 25m

$390

MelbourneHobart

MEL - HBA

MELHBA

Melbourne

Sun 21/6

16:05-17:25

Nonstop1h 20m

Hobart

Thu 25/6

18:05-19:30

Nonstop1h 25m

$422

MelbourneHobart

MEL - HBA

MELHBA

Melbourne

Sat 27/6

16:25-17:45

Nonstop1h 20m

Hobart

Wed 1/7

18:05-19:30

Nonstop1h 25m

$423

MelbourneHobart

MEL - HBA

MELHBA

Melbourne

Sun 21/6

12:10-13:30

Nonstop1h 20m

Hobart

Tue 30/6

18:05-19:30

Nonstop1h 25m

$424

MelbourneHobart

MEL - HBA

MELHBA

Melbourne

Sat 27/6

16:25-17:45

Nonstop1h 20m

Hobart

Mon 29/6

18:05-19:30

Nonstop1h 25m

$424

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Hobart

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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?

Booking 30 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Hobart (average of $180). Flying from Melbourne to Hobart in February is currently the most expensive (average of $255). 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 3 May 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Melbourne to Hobart in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 15% 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 2 May 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 3 May 2026.

The most flights from ME1 to HBA are scheduled on a Sunday (49 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, 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 20% of weekly flights between Melbourne and Hobart have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 89 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 16% 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 3 May 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
451 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.4

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
451 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
451 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.4

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
1,030 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
451 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.4

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
538 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
451 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.4

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

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 40 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 $91. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Virgin Australia, from $97, and Qantas Airways, from $221. Jetstar is currently priced 56% 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 $84 and Qantas Airways from $131 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: Qatar Airways (85%), United Airlines (85%), China Eastern( 83%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Hobart?

    On average you can expect to pay $169 for a flight from Melbourne to Hobart. The cheapest flight overall is $75 while the most popular route, (Melbourne - Hobart) is currently priced at $139.

  • 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Hobart (average of $180). Flying from Melbourne to Hobart in February is currently the most expensive (average of $255). 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
JetstarCheapest$91Average$204FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$97Average$226FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$221Average$356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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