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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Melbourne Airport to Launceston:

• Earliest: departs at 07:30 and lands at 08:44
• Latest: departs at 21:45 and lands at 22:59.

The flight takes about 1h 14m.

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Melbourne Airport to Launceston:

• Economy class
• Business Class

A direct flight from Melbourne Airport to Launceston takes 1h 14m, covering 766 km.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.

Return flights from Melbourne Airport to Launceston range from $141 to $266, with an average of $187 over the past 12 months. Anything below $141 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 34% above the $187 route average. Book 5 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

Virgin Australia is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Jetstar has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Melbourne Airport to Launceston flights are:

• Virgin Australia: 81% on time
• Jetstar: 73% on time
• Qantas Airways: 66% on time

On average, flights on this route are punctual 76% of the time.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $31–$144 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Virgin Australia and Qatar Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320-100/200 variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Melbourne Airport to Launceston flights, with 46% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 27%, Evening flights for 18%, and Night flights for 9%.

One-way fares from Melbourne Airport to Launceston are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $131, which is 16% above the typical average for this route.

Launceston Airport (LST) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $21 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Bargain Car Rentals
• Budget
• Ace Rental Cars
• East Coast Car Rentals
• Avis

Flights from Melbourne Airport to Launceston usually depart from Melbourne (MEL) and arrive at Launceston (LST).

Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Melbourne Airport to Launceston route, 24% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 19m.

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 32% on flights from Melbourne Airport to Launceston. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $152 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $221, a difference of $69.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

3 airlines operate flights between Melbourne Airport and Launceston. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• Qantas Airways
• Jetstar
• Virgin Australia

Some of the most popular sights in Launceston are Albert Hall Convention Centre, Princess Theatre, and City Park. These are among the most viewed places in Launceston on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Melbourne Airport to Launceston flights:

• Virgin Australia: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Jetstar: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Virgin Australia: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Qantas Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.