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Cheapest return fare
$472
Typical prices: $453-$618
Virgin Australia
Tue 1/12Mon 7/12
MEL - HTI • Direct
Cheapest direct flights
$624
Typical prices: $384-$615
Virgin Australia
Tue 22/12Sun 27/12
MEL - HTI • Direct
Arrival airport
You can’t fly directly to Airlie Beach. It is served by Hamilton Island (HTI), located 26.7 km from Airlie Beach.
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Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Airlie Beach (MEL-HTI)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Melbourne to Airlie Beach that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals from Melbourne to Airlie Beach

Tue, 1 Dec - Mon, 7 Dec
Virgin Australia Logo
07:25 - 09:30
MEL
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HTI
3h 05mdirect
Virgin Australia Logo
14:50 - 23:05
HTI
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MEL
7h 15m
1 stop
$472Virgin Australia
Tue, 1 Dec - Mon, 7 Dec
Qantas Airways Logo
09:20 - 14:15
MEL
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HTI
5h 55m
1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
15:00 - 21:25
HTI
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MEL
5h 25m
1 stop
$480Qantas Airways
Thu, 12 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov
Virgin Australia Logo
07:10 - 12:00
MEL
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HTI
5h 50m
1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
14:50 - 23:05
HTI
-
MEL
7h 15m
1 stop
$493Virgin Australia
Sun, 15 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov
Virgin Australia Logo
09:30 - 14:10
MEL
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HTI
5h 40m
1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
14:50 - 20:50
HTI
-
MEL
5h 00m
1 stop
$499Virgin Australia
Tue, 8 Sep - Thu, 17 Sep
Virgin Australia Logo
08:30 - 14:10
MEL
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HTI
5h 40m
1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
14:50 - 19:35
HTI
-
MEL
4h 45m
1 stop
$499Virgin Australia
Tue, 8 Sep - Thu, 10 Sep
Multiple Airlines Logo
08:15 - 14:10
MEL
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HTI
5h 55m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:50 - 09:35
HTI
-
MEL
18h 45m
1 stop
$520Multiple Airlines
Tue, 1 Dec - Mon, 7 Dec
Qantas Airways Logo
06:00 - 14:15
MEL
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HTI
9h 15m
2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
15:00 - 23:25
HTI
-
MEL
7h 25m
1 stop
$575Qantas Airways
Thu, 24 Sep - Mon, 28 Sep
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:30 - 12:15
MEL
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HTI
5h 45m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
09:40 - 16:20
HTI
-
MEL
6h 40m
1 stop
$602Multiple Airlines
Thu, 24 Sep - Mon, 28 Sep
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:30 - 12:15
MEL
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HTI
5h 45m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
09:40 - 16:20
HTI
-
MEL
6h 40m
1 stop
$604Multiple Airlines
Thu, 17 Sep - Mon, 21 Sep
Qantas Airways Logo
06:45 - 12:15
MEL
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HTI
5h 30m
1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
14:50 - 19:55
HTI
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MEL
5h 05m
1 stop
$661Qantas Airways
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Low season

May

Cheapest flight

$181
Best time to beat the crowds (2% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (17% more expensive on average)
Flight from Melbourne to Hamilton Island

When to book flights from Melbourne to Airlie Beach

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FAQs for booking flights from Melbourne Airport to Airlie Beach

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Melbourne Airport to Airlie Beach?

    When flying out of Melbourne Airport you’ll be using Melbourne. Airlie Beach does not have its own airport so you’ll be flying into nearby Hamilton Island airport, which is 26.7 km away.

  • How long does a flight from Melbourne Airport to Airlie Beach take?

    Direct flights cover the 3,161 km separating Melbourne Airport and Airlie Beach in about 3h 00m.

  • How many flights are there between Melbourne Airport and Airlie Beach?

    2 direct flights run between Melbourne Airport and Airlie Beach on a daily basis. On average, there are about 14 departures each week.

  • What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly between Melbourne Airport and Airlie Beach?

    Consider leaving on a Friday and avoid Tuesdays if you're looking for the best rates. For your return to Melbourne Airport, you’ll find the best rates on Tuesdays and the most expensive ones on Saturdays.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Melbourne to Airlie Beach?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Melbourne to Airlie Beach.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Melbourne to Airlie Beach?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Airlie Beach from Melbourne is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Melbourne to Airlie Beach?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Airlie Beach with an airline and back to Melbourne with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Melbourne to Airlie Beach?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Airlie Beach from Melbourne up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to Airlie Beach?

    In the last 5 days, the cheapest one-way ticket between Melbourne Airport and Airlie Beach found on KAYAK was with Jetstar for $120. Jetstar offered a return connection for $128 and Qantas Airways for $274.

Top tips for finding cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Airlie Beach

  • There is no airport in Airlie Beach. Instead, you’ll be flying into Hamilton Island Airport when flying between Melbourne Airport and Airlie Beach.
  • The cheapest flight from Melbourne Airport to Airlie Beach was found 74 days before departure, on average.
  • Book at least 1 week before departure in order to get a below-average price.
  • High season is considered to be August, September and October. The cheapest month to fly is March.

Top 3 airlines serving Melbourne to Airlie Beach

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Melbourne to Airlie Beach? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.6
Virgin AustraliaOverall score based on 466 reviews
7.5Comfort
8.2Crew
6.4Entertainment
7.8Boarding
6.4Food
Airline reviews

Very good it will be my choice of airline while in Australia.

10.0 ExcellentAndrea, July 2026
MEL - OOL
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Very good it will be my choice of airline while in Australia.

I bought flights in August and there wasn’t a flight in the system

Overall experience was good but what really impressed me the most was the care the flight attendants took of a sick passenger who was sitting in front of me. The flight attendants would come and check on her quite regularly providing her support and comfort. Brilliant service!

Very good… seems the virgin staff particularly in the lounge and in flight exceeded expectations.

The level of incompetence of this airline is truly astounding.

2 hrs + delay! Times kept changing, Onboard menu was half depleted, Entertainment wifi was N/A Overall very frustrating flight and I never slate Virgin.

When I made the booking I was not aware I had to book our checked baggage separately. As we had no checked luggage booking, I had to pay A$120 per bag (total 2 bags) so you can imagine I was not pleased. I am an experienced traveller so something needs to be done to improve the booking app,

The seats are so uncomfortable. The food doesn't exist unless you pay. Disappointed

Last 10 minutes boarding they canceled the flight and didn’t organise anything

On time, lovely crew, economy-X seating worth the $ for the legroom. In flight entertainment not working, but I wasn’t going to use it anyway. Never had a bad Virgin experience.

Flight was 2.5 hours late leaving. We spent 50 minutes of that sitting on the plane with no explanation. They did reduce the time in the air so we arrived a little less late which was something. The cheese and crackers were okay but the wine was terrible.

Delayed QF59 flight once again, Qantas doesn't fail in maintaining there delayed departures and arrivals. USB points do not work nor do the power point sockets on the plane, Qantas staff admitted that on the flight. Don't expect to your charge devices. Saving grace, was the ice cream. Bottom line, if you expect to fly to HND and make it on time avoid Qantas and if you're interested in ice cream - visit 7/11.

Airport and crew experience was excellent. We had to queue for the runway - no one’s fault, but it did mean we were 30 minutes late leaving

I love flying with Qantas. There was no onscreen entertaining on this flight, and only a snack provided (not a meal) but still better than Jetstar or Virgin (in my opinion) so still happy.

Flight was cancelled about 1.5 hours before departure. Replacement flight provided scheduled 1 hour later. Late boarding, late departure and arrived Melbourne nearly 2 hours after originally scheduled.

Plane a little late departing, but not an issue. The pilots humour when he said “I will try to make up some time…. I know a few short cuts to Adelaide” made the passengers chuckle. This is what makes Qantas “Australian”.

No internet on international flights in this dsy and age is bad.

The international flight from Sydney to Dallas had great food. I have travelled a lot over the years and this has been the most memorable in my experience so far.

Initial flight was cancelled so moved to an alternative flight. As a result, stuck in a middle seat. Flight then place in holding pattern prior to landing resulting in a very late trip home.

Business lounge in Melbourne mediocre. Look at Emirates or Qatar, Qantas! Great friendly crew. Food was good but Emirates is a level above. Business seat good. But can’t compare to Qatar. Main reason for booking Qantas is loyalty and terrific connection via Perth to LHR.

Knees in back from passenger behind, limited seat pockets, no entertainment.

The Ryanair of Australia. Not impressed. Forced me to gate check my bag as it was over their weight limit. Charged me $125 for the privilege. Then said plane hold was locked and it would have to go out in the next flight, which was the following day. Explained that I was on a cruise the next day and the plane would not arrive until after the ship left, and that it would be impossible to catch up with the cruise at any point. Lady at the gate unimpressed. So to sum up they were ready to charge me $125 to lose a bag. Finally got it resolved by appealing to management, but the whole episode was not good for the blood pressure. The gate lady said they followed the Ryanair business model which means first time passengers get penalized for doing things that other airlines routinely allow.

Flight was delayed both directions but once in the air was ok. Boarding out of Melbourne is just a mess.

Delayed twice. Poor communication and people made to change gates too often.

Late leaving and desintuon board showed ‘gate closed’ when they hadn’t even commenced boarding!

It was better than I expected. Thought $5 for a small cup of tea was a bit much!

Fabulous I have no issues with JetStar great service always use them to fly

No food taken so can't rate also no entertainment so can't rate.

It was a super crowded time to travel out of Melbourne, but the flight was OK

It’s only a moment away until they ask you to stand on the scale and charge you a fee for how heavy you weigh.

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