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Cheap Flights from Melbourne Tullamarine to Hervey Bay

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Flight deals from Melbourne Tullamarine to Hervey Bay

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Melbourne Tullamarine to Hervey Bay? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Hervey Bay.R 1,296 per passenger.Departing Sat, 9 May.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 9 May, arriving in Hervey Bay.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,296, select.
Hervey Bay.R 1,296 per passenger.Departing Sat, 7 Feb.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 7 Feb, arriving in Hervey Bay.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,296, select.
Hervey Bay.R 1,296 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Mar.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 3 Mar, arriving in Hervey Bay.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,296, select.
Hervey Bay.R 1,296 per passenger.Departing Sun, 23 Nov.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 23 Nov, arriving in Hervey Bay.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,296, select.
Hervey Bay.R 1,301 per passenger.Departing Tue, 7 Oct.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 7 Oct, arriving in Hervey Bay.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,301, select.
Hervey Bay.R 1,301 per passenger.Departing Sun, 25 Jan.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 25 Jan, arriving in Hervey Bay.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,301, select.
Hervey Bay.R 1,435 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Dec.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 9 Dec, arriving in Hervey Bay.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,435, select.
Hervey Bay.R 1,550 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Sep.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 9 Sep, arriving in Hervey Bay.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,550, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine to Hervey Bay

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Melbourne Tullamarine to Hervey Bay flights are currently cheapest in November.
Jul
from R 2,067
Aug
from R 1,550
Sep
from R 1,550
Oct
from R 1,301
Nov
from R 1,296
Dec
from R 1,435
Jan
from R 1,301
Feb
from R 1,296
Mar
from R 1,296
Apr
from R 2,418
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from R 1,296
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Direct flights from Melbourne Tullamarine to Hervey Bay

Melbourne Tullamarine to Hervey Bay: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Melbourne Tullamarine to Hervey Bay below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Hervey Bay.

Melbourne to Hervey Bay: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,296
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time2 hrs, 25 mins
Most popular airlineQantas
Average flights per week9

Finding cheap flights from Melbourne Tullamarine to Hervey Bay: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Melbourne Tullamarine to Hervey Bay is R 2,592. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 25 minutes is the average flight time from Melbourne Tullamarine to Hervey Bay.
Qantas and Jetstar fly direct from Melbourne Tullamarine to Hervey Bay.
As of July 2025, there are 9 flights per week flying from Melbourne Tullamarine to Hervey Bay.
The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine to Hervey Bay is usually November.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Hervey Bay Airport on Sunday, 23 November 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 25 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Hervey Bay but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Hervey Bay is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Jetstar offers the cheapest flight tickets to Hervey Bay.

Flying from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Hervey Bay Airport (HVB): what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Hervey Bay Airport is 2 hours 10 minutes.

  • Every week, there are five Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Hervey Bay Airport flights. If you prefer to jet off as soon as possible, opt for the 10:50 Jetstar flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last flight is at 13:20 with Jetstar.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Get to the airport on time to board your MEL to HVB flight.

  • Flying during a peak time such as January? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Jetstar is your gateway to discovering Hervey Bay (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Australia!). Browse the direct flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Hervey Bay Airport offered by this popular carrier.

  • The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Jetstar.

  • The carrier with the top on-time arrival rate for MEL to HVB flights is Jetstar.

  • If you'd love to visit a new city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Hervey Bay Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Brisbane Airport is a sought-after stop between MEL and HVB.

How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Hervey Bay Airport (HVB)

  • R 1,296 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Hervey Bay Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 2,592. These prices may change depending on availability.

  • Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MEL to HVB if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird discounts.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Hervey Bay Airport is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.

  • You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from MEL to HVB.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Hervey Bay Airport.

Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • When it comes to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport's on-time performance, data shows 67.71% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.

  • To get to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport from central Melbourne, it'll take around 30 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The journey on public transport usually takes 40 minutes.

  • Have an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Hervey Bay Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to MEL:

Arriving at Hervey Bay Airport (HVB)

  • Book a hotel near HVB if you're on a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Hervey Bay Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:

  • Follow your own route with a Hervey Bay Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt and find adventure across Hervey Bay and beyond.

  • Booking your ride from Hervey Bay Airport around four weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.

Getting from Hervey Bay Airport (HVB) to central Hervey Bay

  • Hervey Bay Airport is roughly 23 kilometres from central Hervey Bay. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.

When to fly to Hervey Bay Airport (HVB)

  • It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Hervey Bay Airport. January is the busiest month to visit Hervey Bay. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in March.

  • Lock in your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Hervey Bay Airport for January if you want to explore Hervey Bay during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).

  • If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MEL to HVB in July. Temperatures average between 12ºC (54ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) then.

Explore more of Australia

  • Brisbane is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Hervey Bay. Around 241 kilometres away to the south, its top attractions include South Bank Parklands, Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary and Story Bridge.

  • Around 306 kilometres south of Hervey Bay, Gold Coast is another favourite stop in Australia. No visit is complete without checking out SkyPoint Observation Deck, PCYC Gold Coast and Holiday Holiday.

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