Cheap Flights from Brisbane to Hobart

The capital of Australia’s island state of Tasmania, Hobart picturesquely sits on the calm River Derwent. With a thriving art scene, dynamic food space and an array of natural attractions, Hobart is a small yet endearing city with big ideas. From stunning fields of lavender to encounters with native wild animals, Hobart offers you an exciting and delightful holiday itinerary.

Be it the fashionable Salamanca Place, old sandstone warehouses that host galleries and cafes or the Battery Point, a historic district with narrow cobbled lanes and cottages that are reminiscent of the colonial era, Hobart will undoubtedly take your breath away. Set amidst a backdrop of the 1270 metre high Mount Wellington, it is filled with sweeping views and cycling and hiking trails.

Tip: The summer holiday period between December and January is the ideal time to visit as they are the warmest and driest months.

Getting to Hobart

The city is serviced by Hobart Airport (HBA), the principal airport, which is a conjoined international and domestic terminal. The ninth busiest airport in Australia, the airport services over nineteen lakh passengers each year is located at Cambridge, 17 km northeast to the central city. With well-connected passenger terminals, it offers a variety of services and is connected to the rest of the city via good rail, bus or taxi.

Several flights operate the route. For a direct flight from Brisbane via Brisbane Airport (BNE), check flights by Virgin Australia Airways and Jetstar Airlines. Qantas Airlines offers connecting flights from Brisbane to Hobart. To find a cheap flight to Adelaide from Brisbane, look for flights by Jetstar Airlines and Qantas Airways.

Tip: A non-stop flight takes about 2 hours 40 minutes, and connecting flights could take up to 5 hours or more depending on the number of stops.

Take in the sights of the city.

Hop on to a ferry at Hobart’s Brooke Street Pier and sail upstream to the Museum of Old and New Art – popularly known as MONA. It is Australia’s largest privately owned museum and is carved beautifully into sandstone cliffs with an eclectic collection of art.

If you are the adventure seeker, then embark on a visit to the summit of Mount Wellington. A 30-minute drive from the city centre, the 1300 metre top offers exceptional views of Hobart and its surrounding areas. Find access to the walking trails to enjoy the beautiful scenery at the Springs and have a picnic. Make a stop at Cascade, Australias’s oldest brewery.

The beautiful waterfront of Hobart is a melting pot of activities and stunning sights. From the old sandstone warehouses of Salamanca Place, you can stroll along the docks will take you past the fantastic Brooke Street Pier and also the replica of the huts in Antarctica of Australian explorer Douglas Mawson.

The culinary scene in Hobart is a patron of local produce, and you have fantastic restaurants at every nook and corner. Sign up for a distillery tour to get a taste of the burgeoning whisky industry. The outdoor Salamanca Market held every Saturday will let you indulge in buying art, crafts, homewares and other produce sold by local artisans and Tasmanian producers.

Tip: You can sign up for package tours to try and get a glimpse of every part of Hobart!

The best areas for accommodation

A tourist destination, Hobart has all kinds of accommodation facilities available. From unparalleled luxury to an affordable joint, you can take a pick according to your needs and budget. High-end restaurants with added fringes, backpacker’s inns, motels and Bed and Breakfasts- Hobart has its fair share of every category for you to plan an enjoyable holiday.

Tip: If you are looking for a luxurious retreat in the beautiful Hobart Waterfront, MACq 1 is a hotel that combines premium accommodation with class.

Brisbane to Hobart flights are many and frequent, so make sure to customise your search criteria to get the best deals. Combine your Brisbane-Hobart flight booking with attractive discount hotel reservations for great deals if you are looking to travel on a budget.

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