Travelling from Hobart International Airport (HBA) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Hobart International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is 1 hour 20 minutes.
Hobart and Melbourne share the same timezone, UTC+11.
Choose from 1,369 weekly Hobart International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flights. The 06:00 departure with Qantas is the earliest available. Jetstar operates the last service of the day at 21:45.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your HBA to MEL flight.
During popular months like January, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
You can travel nonstop to Melbourne, Australia. Prepare for takeoff with one of these airlines that offer direct flights from Hobart International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Jetstar.
With a reliable 81.12% of services landing on schedule, Virgin Australia Regional is the most punctual carrier for HBA to MEL flights.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Hobart International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Here are the top stopovers between HBA and MEL:
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
Canberra Airport
Brisbane Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hobart International Airport (HBA) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Hobart International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight is R 812. A return plane ticket right now is R 1,560. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To secure cheap tickets from HBA to MEL, reserve your trip six months before your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Hobart International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment the price changes on cheap flights from HBA to MEL.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Hobart International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport.
Handy information about Hobart International Airport (HBA)
59.98% of flights that take off from Hobart International Airport land at their destination on time.
Hobart International Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Hobart. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near HBA. Whether you have an early flight from Hobart International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Hobart International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MEL instead:
Pick up a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car and discover Melbourne and beyond with your own wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast and Sixt are top outlets you can book with here.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport about four weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to the centre of Melbourne has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport will take you roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Hobart International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. January is the busiest month to head to Melbourne. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from Hobart International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from HBA to MEL in July. Temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) then.
Explore more of Australia
Melbourne has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Australia waiting to be explored. About 467 kilometres north-east of Melbourne, a visit to Canberra will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
Around 64 kilometres south-west of Melbourne, Geelong is another essential stop in Australia. Experience major highlights starting with Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre.