Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Launceston
MEL — LST
11 Mar — 18 Mar1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Launceston are usually found in February or May, booked 88 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday
Find flight deals from Melbourne to Launceston
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to Launceston (LST). 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 9 February 2026.
Popular in
November
Cheapest in
February
Average price
£68
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price (£14 potential increase over avg. return price).
Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Launceston
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Launceston?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Launceston. Price data was last updated on 6 February 2026.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Launceston, you should look to book at least 88 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 Launceston?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Launceston (average of £35). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Launceston in October is currently the most expensive (average of £48). 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 LST?
Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Launceston. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 9 February 2026.
Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 34% on flights from Melbourne Airport to Launceston by exploring options for tickets in the evening.
Weekly flight availability from Melbourne Airport to Launceston
Explore weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Launceston. 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 9 February 2026.
The most flights from MEL to LST are scheduled on a Monday (31 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (25 on average).
How often are flights from Melbourne to Launceston delayed?
About 26% of weekly flights between Melbourne and Launceston have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 84 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to Launceston 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 Thursday 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 Launceston flights?
Over the past year, Virgin Australia have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 17% of flights being delayed.
Related info for your journey
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What airport do you fly into for flights to Launceston from Melbourne?
If you book a flight to Launceston from Melbourne, you will be flying to Launceston, which is the city’s only airport. Launceston (LST) is located 8.2 mi from the center of Launceston. There are 28 flights from Melbourne to Launceston per day from 0 different airlines.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne Airport to Launceston one-way?
£20 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Jetstar. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways, with prices starting from £34 and £53, respectively.
What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne Airport to Launceston?
The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Melbourne Airport to Launceston are Qatar Airways (86%), Air India (84%) and Singapore Airlines (82%).
Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Launceston that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to Launceston flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Launceston?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to Launceston.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Launceston?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Launceston 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 Launceston?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Launceston (average of £35). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Launceston in October is currently the most expensive (average of £48). 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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