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Cheapest return fare
$131
Typical prices: $132-$265
Jetstar
Sat 5/9Sat 12/9
MEL - NTL • Direct
Cheapest one-way flight
$78
Typical prices: $95-$201
Jetstar
Wed 9/9
MEL - NTL • Direct
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Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Newcastle (MEL-NTL)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Melbourne to Newcastle 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 Newcastle

Sat, 5 Sep - Sat, 12 Sep
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07:05 - 08:35
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NTL
1h 30mdirect
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17:55 - 19:35
NTL
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MEL
1h 40mdirect
$131Jetstar
Sat, 5 Sep - Sat, 12 Sep
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15:40 - 17:15
MEL
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NTL
1h 35mdirect
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17:55 - 19:35
NTL
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MEL
1h 40mdirect
$131Jetstar
Sat, 5 Sep - Sat, 12 Sep
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07:05 - 08:35
MEL
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NTL
1h 30mdirect
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17:55 - 19:35
NTL
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MEL
1h 40mdirect
$138Jetstar
Tue, 8 Sep - Tue, 15 Sep
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15:35 - 17:10
MEL
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NTL
1h 35mdirect
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17:55 - 19:35
NTL
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MEL
1h 40mdirect
$165Multiple Airlines
Sat, 22 Aug - Sat, 29 Aug
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15:40 - 17:15
MEL
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NTL
1h 35mdirect
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11:30 - 13:10
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MEL
1h 40mdirect
$174Multiple Airlines
Sat, 5 Sep - Mon, 7 Sep
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15:40 - 17:15
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NTL
1h 35mdirect
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08:45 - 10:25
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1h 40mdirect
$180Multiple Airlines
Tue, 15 Sep - Mon, 21 Sep
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15:35 - 17:10
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1h 35mdirect
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08:45 - 10:25
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1h 40mdirect
$220Virgin Australia
Tue, 15 Sep - Sun, 20 Sep
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15:35 - 17:10
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1h 35mdirect
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08:45 - 10:25
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1h 40mdirect
$222Virgin Australia
Mon, 7 Sep - Thu, 10 Sep
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08:55 - 10:35
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NTL
1h 40mdirect
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06:15 - 08:00
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MEL
1h 45mdirect
$430Qantas Airways
Fri, 4 Sep - Thu, 10 Sep
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08:55 - 10:35
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1h 40mdirect
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06:15 - 08:00
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1h 45mdirect
$430Qantas Airways
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Melbourne to Newcastle flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Melbourne to Newcastle 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 Newcastle?

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 Newcastle departing in September.

Flight prices are typical for this route right now.

Flights to Newcastle from Melbourne Airport usually cost between $130 and $239 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $131 on Jetstar (5 Sept–12 Sept).

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to Newcastle?

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

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Newcastle on a Saturday and more expensive on a Monday. On your return trip to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine), you should consider flying back on a Saturday, and avoid Fridays for better deals.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Melbourne Airport to Newcastle, 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 Newcastle is February, where tickets cost $174 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and April, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $268 and $253 respectively.

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

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 Newcastle, 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 Newcastle, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 36% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 22 weeks before departure.

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Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$78
Best time to beat the crowds (16% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 10% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Melbourne to Newcastle

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Melbourne to Newcastle based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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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.

FAQs for booking Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to Newcastle flights

  • Does Melbourne Airport have lounges in the Domestic terminals?

    Melbourne Airport offers exclusive VIP lounges for domestic travellers. Virgin Australia, for instance, operates a lounge in Domestic Terminal 2 for members with lounge access privileges. Likewise, Qantas provides a First Class Lounge on level 1 of Terminal 2, which you can find just beyond the Security checkpoint. There’s also a REX lounge on the Ground Floor of Terminal 4, near Gate 30.

  • What’s the checked baggage limit for Economy Class flights from Melbourne to Newcastle?

    Your checked luggage allowance will depend on the airline you book with and the package you choose. For example, VIrgin and Qantas generally include a 23 kg checked bag for Economy Class flights from Melbourne to Newcastle. However, as a low-cost carrier, Jetstar generally doesn’t include a checked bag in the base economy fare. Instead, you can add one for a fee if needed.

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

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Newcastle was $78 for a one-way ticket and $131 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to Newcastle?

    When flying out of Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) you will be using Melbourne. You will be landing at Newcastle, also known as Newcastle Williamtown.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to Newcastle?

    Only Scoot offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to Newcastle flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to Newcastle?

    The Airbus A320-100/200 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to Newcastle flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to Newcastle?

    oneworld is the only airline alliance operating flights between Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) and Newcastle.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to Newcastle?

    There are direct flights from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to Newcastle on a daily basis.

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Melbourne to Newcastle are Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways. With an average price for the route of $278 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 $380 and an overall rating of 7.5.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to Newcastle?

    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 Airport (Tullamarine) to Newcastle.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to Newcastle?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Newcastle from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) 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 Airport (Tullamarine) to Newcastle?

    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 Newcastle with an airline and back to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to Newcastle?

    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 Newcastle from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) 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 Newcastle

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $99 or less one-way and $140 or less round-trip.
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL), also known as Tullamarine Airport, is a hub for the full-service Australian airlines, Virgin and Qantas. It’s also a home base for the low-cost carrier Jetstar. Newcastle Airport (NTL), known as Williamtown Airport, is a hub for the regional airline FlyPelican.
  • Whether you book with a budget carrier like Jetstar or a full-service carrier like Qantas, you’ll generally get a 7 kg cabin bag included in your fare. Most airlines also allow you to bring a personal item small enough to fit under the seat in front of you. However, it’s always worth double-checking your baggage allowance before heading to the airport to ensure you don’t exceed it.
  • Melbourne Airport offers a range of services and facilities to assist passengers with disabilities, including wheelchair-accessible bathrooms, lifts, and travelators. The airport has also implemented a Hidden Accessibility Program in its Domestic terminals to ensure a seamless and stress-free experience for passengers with hidden disabilities.

Prefer to fly direct from Melbourne to Newcastle Williamtown?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Melbourne to Newcastle Williamtown.
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Direct departures

Melbourne to Newcastle Williamtown

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

Newcastle Williamtown 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

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Sunday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

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Reviews of the top 3 airlines flying from Melbourne to Newcastle

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Melbourne to Newcastle. 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 Newcastle? 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 467 reviews
7.5Comfort
6.4Entertainment
7.8Boarding
8.2Crew
6.4Food
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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

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

Flight was cancelled due to a mechanical fault - Virgin rebooked me on a flight 6 hours later so I cancelled and flew with another carrier

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.

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.

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.

The flight met my expectations. It left and landed on time

Flights delayed multiple times, travellers requests for updates ignored. Qantas continues to desatisfy travelling basics.

Packed flight. Urged to check carry-on before boarding only to discover numerous empty overhead bins after boarding. Challenging entertainment screen. After almost 20 minutes to arrive at baggage claim, waited over 30 mins before luggage was loaded on baggage claim carousel.

flight delays seems to be the norm these days. pies with soggy pastry.

Two hours late - lack of communication on why or how long.

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!

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

There's a reason why fare is cheap, no amenities.

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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