£50 Cheap Flights from Melbourne Tullamarine (MEL) to Launceston (LST)

Q: How much are return flights from Melbourne Tullamarine to Launceston?

The best price we found for a return flight from Melbourne Tullamarine to Launceston is £50. 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.

Q: How long does it take to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine to Launceston?

1 hour and 11 minutes is the average flight time from Melbourne Tullamarine to Launceston.

Q: Which airlines fly direct from Melbourne Tullamarine to Launceston?

Qantas, Air New Zealand and Jetstar fly direct from Melbourne Tullamarine to Launceston.

Q: How many flights are there a week from Melbourne Tullamarine to Launceston?

As of July 2025, there are 177 flights per week flying from Melbourne Tullamarine to Launceston.

Q: When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine to Launceston?

The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine to Launceston is usually July.

Q: Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Launceston Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Launceston Airport on Wednesday, 23 July 2025 .

Q: Can I get a direct flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Launceston Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 11 minutes.

Q: How can I find the best flight deal to Launceston?

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 Launceston 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.

Q: When is the best time to book flights to Launceston?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Launceston is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Q: Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Launceston with?

Currently, Jetstar offers the cheapest flight tickets to Launceston.

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Launceston.£50 per passenger.Departing Thu, 31 Jul, returning Sat, 16 Aug.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Thu, 31 Jul, arriving in Launceston.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Launceston on Sat, 16 Aug, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From £50, select.

Launceston.£50 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Jul, returning Wed, 30 Jul.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 23 Jul, arriving in Launceston.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Launceston on Wed, 30 Jul, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From £50, select.

Launceston.£50 per passenger.Departing Wed, 6 Aug, returning Wed, 6 Aug.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 6 Aug, arriving in Launceston.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Launceston on Wed, 6 Aug, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From £50, select.

Launceston.£51 per passenger.Departing Sat, 7 Mar, returning Sun, 8 Mar.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 7 Mar, arriving in Launceston.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Launceston on Sun, 8 Mar, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From £51, select.

Launceston.£51 per passenger.Departing Wed, 20 Aug, returning Sat, 6 Sep.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 20 Aug, arriving in Launceston.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Launceston on Sat, 6 Sep, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From £51, select.

Launceston.£51 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Sep, returning Tue, 7 Oct.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 30 Sep, arriving in Launceston.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Launceston on Tue, 7 Oct, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From £51, select.

Launceston.£51 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Oct, returning Wed, 8 Oct.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Launceston.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Launceston on Wed, 8 Oct, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From £51, select.

Launceston.£51 per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 Jan, returning Wed, 14 Jan.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 7 Jan, arriving in Launceston.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Launceston on Wed, 14 Jan, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From £51, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine to Launceston

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Melbourne Tullamarine to Launceston flights are currently cheapest in July.

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Melbourne Tullamarine to Launceston: Alternative routes

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

Melbourne to Launceston: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	£50
Cheapest month to fly	July
Average flight time	1 hr, 11 mins
Most popular airline	Qantas
Average flights per week	177

Finding cheap flights from Melbourne Tullamarine to Launceston: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Melbourne Tullamarine to Launceston?

How long does it take to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine to Launceston?

Which airlines fly direct from Melbourne Tullamarine to Launceston?

How many flights are there a week from Melbourne Tullamarine to Launceston?

When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine to Launceston?

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Launceston Airport on?

Can I get a direct flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Launceston Airport?

How can I find the best flight deal to Launceston?

When is the best time to book flights to Launceston?

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Launceston with?

Flying from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Launceston Airport (LST): what you need to know

The average duration of a direct flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Launceston Airport is 1 hour 10 minutes.
Every week, there are 89 Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Launceston Airport flights. To take off as soon as possible, select the 06:00 Jetstar flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 21:40 with Virgin Australia Regional.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your MEL to LST flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as January? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
You'll find a range of airlines offering direct flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Launceston Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Launceston adventure, let one of these carriers fly you to this must-see part of Australia:
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Jetstar.
The most punctual carrier that operates MEL to LST flights is Virgin Australia Regional. Its services arrive as planned 76.92% of the time.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Launceston Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between MEL and LST include:
- Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
- Adelaide Airport
- Brisbane Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Launceston Airport (LST)

£24 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Launceston Airport flight. Return flights start at £50. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
Book one month before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from MEL to LST.
Plan your trip for December. That's the cheapest month for flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Launceston Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across every month.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from MEL to LST by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Launceston Airport.

Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

When it comes to the on-time performance of Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is about 15 miles from central Melbourne. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 40 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near MEL? If you're catching an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Launceston Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Launceston Airport (LST)

If you're landing on a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Launceston Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near LST:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Launceston Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Apex and explore beyond Launceston's main sights.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Launceston Airport around two weeks before travelling.

Getting from Launceston Airport (LST) to central Launceston

From Launceston Airport, Launceston is approximately 10 miles away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.

When to fly to Launceston Airport (LST)

It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Launceston Airport. January is the busiest month to visit Launceston. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Launceston Airport for January if you want to go to Launceston during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MEL to LST sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.

Explore more of Australia

Launceston has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Australia you'll want to see. About 280 miles north-west of Launceston, a trip to Melbourne will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Federation Square, National Gallery of Victoria and Eureka Skydeck 88.
Geelong is another well-known destination in Australia and is around 270 miles north-west of Launceston. No journey is complete without dropping by Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre.