Flying from Melbourne to Launceston Airport (LST): What you need to know
Start planning your holiday by looking up the ideal departure point for your flight from Melbourne to Launceston Airport (LST). Explore your options for setting off from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) or Avalon Airport (AVV), the city's main airports.
Expect to be in the air for 1 hour 10 minutes. That's the average time for a direct Melbourne to Launceston Airport flight.
Launceston Airport is located in Launceston. The city's timezone is UTC+11 — the same as Melbourne.
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Launceston Airport (LST) is the most popular route. There are 68 direct weekly departures to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, take the last flight with Virgin Australia Regional at 9:50pm. Go for the first MEL to LST departure with Jetstar at 6:15am if you're aiming for an earlier start.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Melbourne to LST. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
You can hop on a direct flight from Melbourne to Launceston Airport (LST) leaving from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).
At MEL, there's a range of carriers that operate direct flights from Melbourne to Launceston Airport, including:
The top choice among passengers flying between MEL and LST is Jetstar.
Virgin Australia Regional is the leading carrier for punctuality on this route.
Located around 24 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 40 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Melbourne to Launceston Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
67.71% of flights taking off from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport make it to their destination on time.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
AVV is around 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. It takes 50 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours 5 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not spend an extra night away at a hotel near Avalon Airport? Before your Melbourne to LST flight, lay your head at Corio Bay Motel.
Avalon Airport has a strong track record for reliability and timeliness. 80.09% of flights out of here arrive right when they're supposed to.
About Launceston Airport (LST)
Have a late flight from Melbourne to Launceston Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Stay at one of these hotels near LST and hit the lights earlier:
Travel at your own pace with a Launceston Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Apex and experience more of Launceston and beyond.
Booking your ride around two weeks ahead of your Melbourne to Launceston Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Launceston Airport (LST)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Launceston Airport is R 593. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 1,164. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
To score cheap flights from Melbourne to LST, book your plane ticket seven months before your planned departure.
Plan your trip for December. That's the best month for scoring cheap Melbourne to Launceston Airport tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Launceston Airport (LST)
June is the most popular month for flights from Melbourne to Launceston Airport (LST). Plan your visit to Launceston in April for a more laid-back experience.
Lock in a Melbourne to LST plane ticket departing in January if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Launceston to range from 9ºC (48ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
July has temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Launceston Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Launceston
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Launceston right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from Melbourne to Launceston Airport:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Tasmanian Wine & Cheese Tours, Kings Park and Cataract Gorge Scenic Chairlift are must-visits when exploring Launceston.
Explore more of Australia
Launceston has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Australia waiting to be discovered. Around 153 kilometres south of Launceston, a visit to Hobart will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Museum of Old and New Art, Wineglass Bay Day Tours and World Heritage Area.
Burnie is another sought-after destination in Australia and is around 121 kilometres north-west of Launceston. No journey is complete without seeing Penguin Observation Centre, Cooee Beach and Emu Valley Rhododendron Garden.
