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$47+ Cheap flights from Hobart (HBA) to Melbourne (MEL)

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 8/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HBA — MEL
Aug 3 — Aug 101
Sun 8/3
Sun 8/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Hobart to Melbourne are usually found in September or January, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Hobart to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Hobart (HBA) to Melbourne (MEL). 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 July 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$93
(Jetstar)

One-way from

$47
(Jetstar)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$141

Good round-trip deal

$166 or less

Good one-way deal

$88 or less
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Cheapest flights from Hobart to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Hobart to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 29, 2025.

This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Jetstar is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/309:00 pmHBA - MEL
Nonstop1h 20mJetstar
Tue 9/26:10 amMEL - HBA
Nonstop1h 15mJetstar
Deal found 7/29$93
This Virgin Australia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Virgin Australia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/69:50 pmHBA - MEL
Nonstop1h 25mVirgin Australia
Thu 10/169:50 pmMEL - HBA
Nonstop1h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 7/29$146
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/149:00 pmHBA - MEL
Nonstop1h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/189:10 pmMEL - HBA
Nonstop1h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$162

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Hobart to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.

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HobartMelbourne

HBA - MEL

HBAMEL

Hobart

Sat 8/30

9:00 pm-10:20 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Melbourne

Sun 8/31

6:10 am-7:25 am

Nonstop1h 15m

$93

HobartMelbourne

HBA - MEL

HBAMEL

Hobart

Mon 10/6

9:50 pm-11:15 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Melbourne

Wed 10/15

9:50 pm-11:10 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$146

HobartMelbourne

HBA - MEL

HBAMEL

Hobart

Thu 8/14

9:00 pm-10:20 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Melbourne

Mon 8/18

9:10 pm-10:30 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$162

HobartMelbourne

HBA - MEL

HBAMEL

Hobart

Fri 8/29

9:00 pm-10:20 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$47

HobartMelbourne

HBA - MEL

HBAMEL

Hobart

Wed 10/15

9:50 pm-11:15 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$65

HobartMelbourne

HBA - MEL

HBAMEL

Hobart

Tue 9/30

8:25 pm-8:10 am

1 stop11h 45m

$158

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Deals found on 7/28

Best time to book a flight from Hobart to Melbourne

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Hobart to Melbourne Airport

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Hobart to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Hobart to Melbourne Airport is 85 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 Hobart to Melbourne Airport?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Hobart to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,071). Flying from Hobart to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,774). 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 HBA to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Hobart to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 29, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Hobart to Melbourne Airport in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 73% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Hobart to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on July 27, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Hobart to Melbourne Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Hobart to Melbourne. 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 July 29, 2025.

The most flights from HBA to MEL are scheduled on a Friday (41 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (31 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated July 29, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Hobart to Melbourne Airport, such as Virgin Australia and Jetstar. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
411 reviews

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,Jun 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
411 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
411 reviews

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,Jun 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
459 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
411 reviews

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,Jun 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Hobart to Melbourne. 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 from for flights from Hobart to Melbourne?

    Located just 9.8 mi from the city center, Hobart is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Melbourne from Hobart. Booking flights from Hobart (HBA) to Melbourne should be relatively easy as there are 37 daily outbound flights to Melbourne from 2 different airlines.

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

    According to our current data, Jetstar ($93), and Virgin Australia ($146) offers the cheapest pricing from Hobart to Melbourne Airport. You may be able to fly from Hobart to Melbourne Airport for 33% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    Consider United Airlines (97%), Etihad Airways (93%) or Virgin Australia (92%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Hobart to Melbourne Airport.

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

    The cheapest flight price from Hobart to Melbourne Airport is $53. On average you can expect to pay $222. The most popular route, (Hobart - Melbourne), can usually be booked for $105.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Hobart to Melbourne 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 Hobart to Melbourne Airport?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Hobart to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,071). Flying from Hobart to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,774). 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 Hobart to Melbourne

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Hobart to Melbourne. 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 July 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$91Average$141FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$140Average$244FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%

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