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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Hobart from £42

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 5/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — HBA
26 Aug — 2 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Hobart are usually found in January or July, booked 48 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

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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 27 July 2026.

Thu 3/906:00
MEL
-
HBA
Nonstop1h 20m
Jetstar
Thu 3/921:00
HBA
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 24/7£73
Tue 1/914:35
MEL
-
HBA
Nonstop1h 15m
Jetstar
Tue 15/907:55
HBA
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 24/7£77
Wed 26/806:00
MEL
-
HBA
Nonstop1h 20m
Jetstar
Wed 2/907:55
HBA
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 27/7£78
Wed 12/806:00
MEL
-
HBA
Nonstop1h 20m
Jetstar
Sat 15/820:25
HBA
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 24/7£83
Fri 4/906:00
MEL
-
HBA
Nonstop1h 20m
Jetstar
Sun 6/921:00
HBA
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 22/7£89
Mon 24/821:10
MEL
-
HBA
Nonstop1h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 31/821:00
HBA
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/7£91
Mon 24/806:00
MEL
-
HBA
Nonstop1h 20m
Jetstar
Sat 5/921:00
HBA
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 22/7£94
Mon 23/1106:50
MEL
-
HBA
Nonstop1h 15m
Jetstar
Sun 29/1122:20
HBA
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 27/7£95
Tue 11/806:00
MEL
-
HBA
Nonstop1h 20m
Jetstar
Wed 12/821:00
HBA
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 26/7£99
Sun 18/1006:00
MEL
-
HBA
Nonstop1h 20m
Jetstar
Sun 1/1122:20
HBA
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 26/7£101
Wed 7/1006:00
MEL
-
HBA
Nonstop1h 20m
Jetstar
Fri 9/1021:00
HBA
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 24/7£104
Wed 12/806:00
MEL
-
HBA
Nonstop1h 20m
Jetstar
Fri 14/821:00
HBA
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 24/7£105

Find 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 27 July 2026.

Round-trip from

£73

One-way from

£42

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£105

Good one-way deal

£100 or less
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  • 3/9-5/9
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 40m total
  • Melbourne to Hobart
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  • 5/1
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 15m 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 27 July 2026.
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Price

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MelbourneHobart

MEL - HBA

MELHBA

Melbourne

Wed 9/9

06:00-07:20

Nonstop1h 20m

Hobart

Wed 16/9

16:30-17:55

Nonstop1h 25m

£73

MelbourneHobart

MEL - HBA

MELHBA

Melbourne

Thu 3/9

06:00-07:20

Nonstop1h 20m

Hobart

Sat 5/9

21:00-22:20

Nonstop1h 20m

£73

MelbourneHobart

MEL - HBA

MELHBA

Melbourne

Wed 2/9

19:05-20:25

Nonstop1h 20m

Hobart

Thu 3/9

21:00-22:20

Nonstop1h 20m

£73

MelbourneHobart

MEL - HBA

MELHBA

Melbourne

Thu 10/9

06:00-07:20

Nonstop1h 20m

Hobart

Sun 13/9

21:00-22:20

Nonstop1h 20m

£78
Fastest return journey

MelbourneHobart

MEL - HBA

MELHBA

Melbourne

Wed 28/10

06:50-08:05

Nonstop1h 15m

Hobart

Wed 18/11

21:10-22:30

Nonstop1h 20m

£83

MelbourneHobart

MEL - HBA

MELHBA

Melbourne

Mon 24/8

06:00-07:20

Nonstop1h 20m

Hobart

Sat 5/9

21:00-22:20

Nonstop1h 20m

£94

MelbourneHobart

MEL - HBA

MELHBA

Melbourne

Tue 5/1

06:50-08:05

Nonstop1h 15m

Hobart

Tue 9/2

21:10-22:30

Nonstop1h 20m

£94

MelbourneHobart

MEL - HBA

MELHBA

Melbourne

Fri 1/1

06:50-08:05

Nonstop1h 15m

Hobart

Tue 5/1

22:20-23:40

Nonstop1h 20m

£94

MelbourneHobart

MEL - HBA

MELHBA

Melbourne

Fri 22/1

06:00-07:15

Nonstop1h 15m

Hobart

Tue 26/1

07:55-09:15

Nonstop1h 20m

£94

MelbourneHobart

MEL - HBA

MELHBA

Melbourne

Wed 25/11

06:50-08:05

Nonstop1h 15m

Hobart

Sun 29/11

12:45-14:05

Nonstop1h 20m

£95

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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?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Hobart, you should look to book at least 36 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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 £93). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Hobart in December is currently the most expensive (average of £126). 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 27 July 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Melbourne Airport to Hobart in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 29% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

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

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Melbourne Airport to Hobart flights typically cost between £86 and £146 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £73 on Jetstar (3 Sept–3 Sept).

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 27 July 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Virgin Australia and Jetstar from Melbourne Airport to Hobart by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
466 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

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
466 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
466 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

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
559 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
466 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

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

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?

    Located just 9.8 mi from the city center, Hobart is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Hobart from Melbourne. Booking flights from Melbourne to Hobart (HBA) should be relatively easy as there are 42 daily inbound flights from Melbourne from 2 different airlines.

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

    Departing from Melbourne Airport to Hobart will take you 1h 20m. Melbourne Airport and Hobart are separated by a distance of 383 mi. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Melbourne Airport to Hobart is Virgin Australia. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £55 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Jetstar, starting at £70. Virgin Australia is currently priced 51% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Jetstar, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £40. Virgin Australia flights start at £51 while deals on Qantas Airways start at £90 one-way.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Melbourne Airport to Hobart are Malaysia Airlines (90%), China Eastern (88%) and LATAM Airlines (87%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay £107 for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Hobart. The cheapest flight overall is £75 while the most popular route, (Melbourne - Hobart) is currently priced at £56.

  • 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 £93). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Hobart in December is currently the most expensive (average of £126). 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 2 airlines flying from Melbourne to Hobart

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Hobart. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 27 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest£55Average£117FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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JetstarCheapest£70Average£126FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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