Find Cheapest Airlines Flying from Launceston to Melbourne

Choose from 3 airlines fly from Launceston to Melbourne, including Jetstar Airways, Virgin Australia, and Qantas Airways. Jetstar Airways has lowest fares on this route.

Explore the cheapest flights from Launceston to Melbourne in the next three months. Based on Trip.com's data from the latest 7 days, one-way direct flights start at AU$ 38, and round-trip direct tickets start at AU$ 91.

Displayed flight fares from Launceston to Melbourne are based on average prices across airlines for the next 3 months, according to the latest Trip.com database.

Launceston to Melbourne Flight Details

The distance between Launceston and Melbourne is approximately 467.54km. It takes around 1 hour 9 minutes on average to fly from Launceston to Melbourne. Based on Trip.com's data travel demand peaks in January. The off-season for travel is October.

Cheapest one-way flight priceAU$ 38
Cheapest return ticket priceAU$ 91
Off-season for travelOctober
Peak season for travelJanuary
Flight distance467.54km
Average flight time1 hour 9 minutes
Popular airlineJetstar Airways

Best Time to Book Flights from Launceston to Melbourne

The cheapest flights from Launceston to Melbourne are available between Jan 4 and Jan 11, with one way flights starting from AU$ 37.

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Displayed fare trends are based on Trip.com's aggregated average of the lowest flight prices from Launceston to Melbourne, calculated over the upcoming 10 weeks.

Flight FAQs

  • Which airlines offer the cheapest flights from Launceston (LST) to Melbourne (MEL)?

    Based on Trip.com data, Jetstar Airways offers one-way fares as low as AU$ 38 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. LST to MEL on Wed, Jan 7), while Jetstar Airways offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from AU$ 91 departing on Sun, Jan 18 and returning on Tue, Jan 20.
  • At the moment, you can catch a direct flight from Launceston to Melbourne with the following airlines, including: Jetstar Airways Virgin Australia Qantas Airways Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.
  • It takes about 1 hour 9 minutes to fly from Launceston (LST) to Melbourne (MEL).
  • By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Launceston to Melbourne is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.
  • Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 84 flight per week flying from Launceston to Melbourne. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: Jetstar Airways: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- JQ744 (19:40) Virgin Australia: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- VA1361 (07:23) Qantas Airways: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- QF2074 (13:37)
  • To find best deals on flights from Launceston to Melbourne, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
    · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Wed, Jan 7, with one-way flights priced at just AU$ 38.
    · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Jetstar Airways.
    · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
    · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
    · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Melbourne travel is around January.
    · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.
  • The cheapest months to fly from Launceston to Melbourne is October, when demand for travel is lower.
  • After crunching the numbers on our December flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Launceston to Melbourne on December 15, 2025 with Jetstar Airways, with prices starting at AU$ 102.
  • You can land at any one of the following hubs in Melbourne, with Launceston Airport to Melbourne Airport (LST-MEL) is by far the most common option on this route: Avalon Airport (AVV) Moorabbin (Harry Hawker) Airport (MBW) Essendon Airport (MEB) Melbourne Airport (MEL).
  • The time difference between Melbourne and Launceston is 0h.
  • Tickets can only be changed or cancelled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.

Launceston to Melbourne by air

If you are travelling from Launceston to Melbourne by air or looking for Launceston to Melbourne flights, you have come to the right place. Start your search for airfares by giving the travelling date above, or continue reading to find out more about the journey, airlines, flight times, schedules, how to find cheap tickets, and much more.

Launceston to Melbourne airfares

Airfares from Launceston to Melbourne varies greatly from time to time. The price is influenced by various factors such as demand, travel date and time, seat availability, and airline pricing strategies. The airfares also change due to the travel classes of you choice, i.e. first class, business class and economy class.

How to find cheap flights from Launceston to Melbourne

To obtain the cheapest Launceston to Melbourne air tickets, it takes a combination of flexibility, determination, and a touch of good fortune. Here are some valuable tips to assist you in finding the best prices:

  • 1. Stay flexible with your travel dates and times, as airfares are often more budget-friendly during early mornings, late evenings, and weekdays.
  • 2. Consider nearby alternative airports as they may provide more economical options.
  • 3. Explore booking separate one-way flights with different airlines, as two individual tickets can sometimes be cheaper than a round-trip.
  • 4. Opt for a connecting flight from Launceston to Melbourne to potentially save on costs.
  • 5. Keep a vigilant eye out for unexpected last-minute flight deals that may appear out of the blue.

Airlines from Launceston to Melbourne

Travellers have plenty of choice on reputable airlines that operate flights from Launceston to Melbourne. Qantas Airways and Virgin Australia operates full service flights from Launceston to Melbourne. They provide a comfortable flying experience with a range of services and amenitie on flight, whereas Jetstar Airways are popular low-cost airlines that offers competitive air fares for travellers.

Launceston to Melbourne flight time

On average, the flight duration from Launceston to Melbourne is approximately 1 hour 10 mins, with the fastest flight completing the journey in just 1 hour 5 mins from Launceston airport to Melbourne airport.

Everything you need to know about Launceston airport

Nestled in Western Junction, Tasmania, Launceston Airport acts as the primary aerial hub connecting travelers to the picturesque city of Launceston in Australia. The airport boasts a modern terminal and serves airlines such as QantasLink, Virgin Australia, and Jetstar Airways. With its close proximity of around 15 kilometers from the city center, reaching the airport is hassle-free. Travelers can conveniently access the airport from the city center via taxi or private car, enjoying a short commute of approximately 15 minutes.

Arriving at Melbourne airport

Melbourne Airport, known as Tullamarine Airport (MEL), is Melbourne's main international airport. With four terminals offering a range of amenities like shopping, dining, and currency exchange, the airport serves as a hub for both domestic and international flights, connecting Melbourne to destinations worldwide. Convenient transportation options, including taxis, SkyBus shuttles, and public transportation, make traveling between the airport and city center a breeze. The distance of approximately 23 kilometers can be covered in about 25-30 minutes by car or 30-45 minutes by public transportation, depending on traffic conditions.

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