Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Hobart International Airport (HBA): what you need to know
A direct flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Hobart International Airport takes an average of 1 hour 17 minutes. Hobart's timezone is UTC+11 — identical to Melbourne.
Flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Hobart International Airport start from 06:00 — the first with Qantas. The latest flight in the day is the 21:50 option with Virgin Australia. Overall, you can choose from 1,690 services every week from MEL to HBA.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
A number of airlines offer direct flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Hobart International Airport, so jetting off to Hobart (and then seeing more parts of Australia!) is easy. Popular carriers that fly between MEL and HBA include:
To break up your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Hobart International Airport, consider adding a stopover. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to find a city that interests you. The most popular stopovers on the MEL - HBA route are:
Adelaide Airport
Canberra Airport
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
Once you've found cheap ticket from MEL to HBA, get your travel documents ready. A passport or visa isn't needed since you're travelling within Australia. As long as you have another form of identification, like a driver's license or an ID card, you're all set.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Hobart International Airport (HBA)
$57 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Hobart International Airport. Return flights start at $114. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
To get cheap flight tickets from MEL to HBA, book your journey 9 months before your planned departure.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Hobart International Airport. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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Use filters to find the right journey for you. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Hobart International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The journey from central Melbourne to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport takes about 42 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 28 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
After a handy hotel near MEL? If you're catching an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Hobart International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Hobart International Airport (HBA)
Reserve a hotel close to HBA if you're catching a late flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Hobart International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Hobart International Airport (HBA) to central Hobart
Hobart International Airport to the centre of Hobart takes around 21 minutes in a car. It's approximately 18 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
When to fly to Hobart International Airport (HBA)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Hobart International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Hobart. If you want a quieter vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Hobart International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Hobart, with temperatures ranging from 9ºC to 24ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MEL to HBA in August. Average temperatures are between 3ºC and 13ºC then.
More about Hobart
Once you've booked your flights from MEL to HBA, you'll need to find a place to stay in Hobart. Make one of these options your base for exploring this city:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Salamanca Place, Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens and Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery are top attractions which should be on any good Hobart itinerary.
Complete your Hobart trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Hobart International Airport, browse the lowest prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to get the best car rental price for your Hobart getaway.