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Cheap flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Hobart (HBA)

MEL — HBA
Mar 15 — Mar 221
Sun 3/15
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1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Hobart are usually found in May or January, booked 84 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

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 February 13, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$111
(Jetstar)

One-way from

$56
(Jetstar)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$159

Good round-trip deal

$125 or less

Good one-way deal

$68 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($3 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Melbourne to Hobart in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Melbourne Airport-Hobart flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Melbourne Airport-Hobart flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Melbourne Airport-Hobart flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Melbourne Airport-Hobart flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Melbourne Airport-Hobart flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Hobart

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Hobart from Melbourne with our price prediction graph.
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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?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Melbourne to Hobart. Price data was last updated on February 6, 2026.

The best time to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Hobart is 67 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 Melbourne Airport to Hobart?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Hobart (average of $47). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Hobart in October is currently the most expensive (average of $65). 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 February 13, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Melbourne Airport to Hobart at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 20% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne Airport to Hobart?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Melbourne to Hobart. Price data was last updated on February 7, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne Airport to Hobart flight should consider departing on Thursday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 February 13, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways, and Jetstar from Melbourne Airport to Hobart to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
438 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.4

Comfort

7.5

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
438 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
438 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.4

Comfort

7.5

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
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
988 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
438 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.4

Comfort

7.5

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
519 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
438 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.4

Comfort

7.5

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?

    Hobart (HBA), located 9.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Melbourne to Hobart. 3 airlines have flights to Hobart from Melbourne on a regular basis. Booking flights from Melbourne to Hobart should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 34 inbound flights from Melbourne per day.

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

    For as low as $111, Jetstar can have you in Hobart from Melbourne Airport in 1h 15m. The distance from Melbourne Airport to Hobart is about 383 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

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

    Jetstar, at $64, was found to be the cheapest airline from Melbourne Airport to Hobart.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways. Users have found that Jetstar is 56% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Melbourne Airport to Hobart are Jetstar ($48), Virgin Australia ($64), and Qantas Airways ($90).

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Melbourne Airport to Hobart consider choosing Air India (92%), Virgin Australia (80%) or Singapore Airlines (80%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    While on average a flight from Melbourne Airport to Hobart is generally $138, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $57. When looking at the most popular route, (Melbourne - Hobart), you can expect to pay $74 for that flight.

  • 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 vacation 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 $47). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Hobart in October is currently the most expensive (average of $65). 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 Hobart

Discover the top 3 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 13, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$64Average$141FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$132Average$215FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$199Average$449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%

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