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Everything you should know

Cheapest return fare
$115
Typical prices: $115-$230
Jetstar
Thu 9/7Fri 7/8
MEL - LST • Direct
Cheapest one-way flight
$59
Typical prices: $88-$178
Jetstar
Wed 7/10
MEL - LST • Direct
Advice from real travellers
AI-powered summary based on content written by KAYAK users. AI can make mistakes.
On this short route, keep carry-on small to meet limits on smaller planes.
Virgin Australia and Qantas both reward light packing with smoother boarding.
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Best reviews • 7.6 score
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Most punctual • 81% on-time
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 35% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Launceston (MEL-LST)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Melbourne to Launceston 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.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from Melbourne to Launceston

Thu, 9 Jul - Fri, 7 Aug
Jetstar Logo
09:50 - 11:00
MEL
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LST
1h 10mdirect
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20:50 - 21:55
LST
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MEL
1h 05mdirect
$115Jetstar
Sat, 8 Aug - Sat, 15 Aug
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14:45 - 15:55
MEL
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LST
1h 10mdirect
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20:20 - 21:25
LST
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MEL
1h 05mdirect
$116Jetstar
Tue, 14 Jul - Sat, 18 Jul
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09:50 - 11:00
MEL
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LST
1h 10mdirect
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20:20 - 21:25
LST
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MEL
1h 05mdirect
$117Jetstar
Wed, 15 Jul - Sun, 26 Jul
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09:50 - 11:00
MEL
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LST
1h 10mdirect
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20:20 - 21:25
LST
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MEL
1h 05mdirect
$120Jetstar
Wed, 19 Aug - Wed, 26 Aug
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19:05 - 20:15
MEL
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LST
1h 10mdirect
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20:50 - 21:55
LST
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MEL
1h 05mdirect
$122Jetstar
Tue, 11 Aug - Wed, 19 Aug
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17:55 - 19:05
MEL
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LST
1h 10mdirect
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20:50 - 21:55
LST
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MEL
1h 05mdirect
$123Jetstar
Tue, 4 Aug - Tue, 11 Aug
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17:55 - 19:05
MEL
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LST
1h 10mdirect
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19:45 - 20:50
LST
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MEL
1h 05mdirect
$125Jetstar
Wed, 8 Jul - Tue, 28 Jul
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09:50 - 11:00
MEL
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1h 10mdirect
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20:50 - 21:55
LST
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MEL
1h 05mdirect
$126Jetstar
Thu, 13 Aug - Mon, 17 Aug
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09:50 - 11:00
MEL
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1h 10mdirect
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20:30 - 21:35
LST
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MEL
1h 05mdirect
$128Jetstar
Fri, 13 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov
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07:20 - 08:25
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1h 05mdirect
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09:05 - 10:10
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1h 05mdirect
$129Jetstar
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Melbourne to Launceston flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Melbourne to Launceston to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a return flight from Melbourne Airport to Launceston?

This analysis is based on the cheapest return trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Launceston departing in July.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne to Launceston?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Melbourne Airport to Launceston clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Launceston on a Wednesday and more expensive on a Friday. On your return trip to Melbourne, you should consider flying back on a Saturday, and avoid Sundays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Launceston?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Melbourne Airport to Launceston, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Melbourne Airport to Launceston is January, where tickets cost $141 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are November and April, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $233 and $232 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Launceston?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Melbourne Airport to Launceston, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Melbourne Airport to Launceston, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 35% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 24 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonJune
Cheapest flight$59
Best time to beat the crowds (4% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 20% lower on average.
Flight from Melbourne to Launceston

When to book flights from Melbourne to Launceston

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Melbourne to Launceston based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

Flights from Melbourne to Launceston: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travellers who flew the route from Melbourne to Launceston 
LeanneFlew with Virgin Australia
MEL
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LST
Dec 2025
Keep carry on baggage to a minimum and small.
Verified travelerFlew with Qantas Airways
MEL
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LST
Apr 2025
Short easy flight on a smaller plane - make sure your carry on is within the limits!

FAQs for booking Melbourne to Launceston flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from Melbourne Airport to Launceston?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Launceston was $64 for a one-way ticket and $115 for a return.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Melbourne to Launceston?

    The Airbus A320-100/200 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Melbourne to Launceston flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Melbourne to Launceston?

    oneworld is the only airline alliance operating flights between Melbourne and Launceston.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Melbourne to Launceston?

    There are direct flights from Melbourne to Launceston on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Melbourne to Launceston, Virgin Australia or Qantas Airways?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Melbourne to Launceston are Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways. With an average price for the route of $196 and an overall rating of 7.6, Virgin Australia is the most popular choice. Qantas Airways is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $292 and an overall rating of 7.5.

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

    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 Launceston.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Launceston 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 Launceston?

    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 Launceston 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 Launceston?

    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 Launceston from Melbourne up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Melbourne Airport to Launceston

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $85 or less one-way and $130 or less round-trip.

Prefer to fly direct from Melbourne to Launceston?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Melbourne to Launceston.
Find which airlines fly direct from Melbourne Airport to Launceston Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Melbourne to Launceston

Monday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Tuesday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Wednesday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Thursday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Friday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Saturday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Sunday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

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Direct returns

Launceston to Melbourne

Monday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Tuesday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Wednesday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Thursday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Friday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Saturday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Sunday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

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Reviews of the top 3 airlines flying from Melbourne to Launceston

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Melbourne to Launceston. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Melbourne to Launceston? 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 462 reviews
7.5Comfort
6.4Food
8.2Crew
6.4Entertainment
7.7Boarding
Airline reviews

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

2.0 MediocreJan, Feb 2026
MEL - CNS
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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

Very good experience, considering the short flight the meals were served promptly after takeoff.

Cabin crew were very professional and welcoming. They certainly appeared to have lifted their game. Congratulations

Tightly packed passengers, 40 minutes late, no in flight service, long wait for luggage.

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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