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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Launceston from $52

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — LST
28 Feb — 7 Mar1
1 adult

The best prices from Melbourne to Launceston are usually found in January or February, booked 76 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Launceston

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to Launceston (LST). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 23 February 2025.

Round-trip from

$102

One-way from

$52

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$146

Good round-trip deal

$105 or less

Good one-way deal

$55 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 14/3-24/3
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 10m total
  • Melbourne to Launceston
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 1/3
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 05m total
  • Melbourne to Launceston
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($5 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2025
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Launceston
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Launceston. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 23 February 2025.

Fri 14/306:15MEL - LST
Nonstop1h 05mJetstar
Mon 24/309:45LST - MEL
Nonstop1h 05mJetstar
Deal found 23/2$102
Fri 4/421:40MEL - LST
Nonstop1h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/416:35LST - MEL
Nonstop1h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/2$154
Wed 23/420:50MEL - LST
Nonstop1h 10mVirgin Australia
Sun 27/406:10LST - MEL
Nonstop1h 05mVirgin Australia
Deal found 22/2$189

Find flights from Melbourne to Launceston within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Launceston that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 23 February 2025.

Fly from

Melbourne

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Launceston

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneLaunceston

MEL - LST

MELLST

Melbourne

Fri 14/3

06:15-07:20

Nonstop1h 05m

Launceston

Mon 24/3

09:45-10:50

Nonstop1h 05m

$102

MelbourneLaunceston

MEL - LST

MELLST

Melbourne

Fri 18/4

20:50-22:00

Nonstop1h 10m

Launceston

Wed 23/4

20:45-21:50

Nonstop1h 05m

$190

MelbourneLaunceston

MEL - LST

MELLST

Melbourne

Fri 18/4

20:50-22:00

Nonstop1h 10m

Launceston

Sat 26/4

06:10-07:15

Nonstop1h 05m

$208

MelbourneLaunceston

MEL - LST

MELLST

Melbourne

Tue 11/3

18:40-19:50

Nonstop1h 10m

Launceston

Wed 12/3

11:35-15:35

1 stop4h 00m

$607

MelbourneLaunceston

MEL - LST

MELLST

Melbourne

Tue 4/3

19:50-20:55

Nonstop1h 05m

$52

MelbourneLaunceston

MEL - LST

MELLST

Melbourne

Tue 11/3

21:50-23:00

Nonstop1h 10m

$77

MelbourneLaunceston

MEL - LST

MELLST

Melbourne

Sun 2/3

08:00-07:50

1 stop23h 50m

$242

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 23/2

Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Launceston

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Travel insights for flights from Melbourne to Launceston

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Melbourne to Launceston including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Launceston?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Launceston. Price data was last updated on 14 February 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Launceston, you should look to book at least 76 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Launceston?

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Launceston (average of $123). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Launceston in August is currently the most expensive (average of $167). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MEL to LST?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Launceston. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 23 February 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Melbourne Airport to Launceston is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at midday tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 7% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne Airport to Launceston?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Launceston. Price data was last updated on 16 February 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne Airport to Launceston flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Melbourne Airport to Launceston

Explore weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Launceston. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 23 February 2025.

The most flights from MEL to LST are scheduled on a Friday (32 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (26 on average).

Rainfall in Launceston by month

Plan your trip to Launceston by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Launceston ranges from 30.0 - 80.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 80.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Launceston when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Launceston by month

Plan your trip to Launceston by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Launceston, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 16.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 6.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Launceston

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Launceston. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Launceston. Reviews last updated 23 February 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways and Jetstar from Melbourne to Launceston. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
415 reviews
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Entertainment

6.3

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Simon,Oct 2024

BNE - SYD

Original flight from Brisbane to Melbourne was cancelled. Given this Brisbane to Sydney trip as only alternate. Meant I missed spending 6hrs with my dying mother. Delays all the way through the airport then a crappy flight to Sydney ( for a 1.5hr layover). Poor form Virgin. Customer service is no longer important at Virgin.

Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
415 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
415 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.3

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Simon,Oct 2024

BNE - SYD

Original flight from Brisbane to Melbourne was cancelled. Given this Brisbane to Sydney trip as only alternate. Meant I missed spending 6hrs with my dying mother. Delays all the way through the airport then a crappy flight to Sydney ( for a 1.5hr layover). Poor form Virgin. Customer service is no longer important at Virgin.

Qantas Airways
7.4
Good
813 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
415 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.3

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Simon,Oct 2024

BNE - SYD

Original flight from Brisbane to Melbourne was cancelled. Given this Brisbane to Sydney trip as only alternate. Meant I missed spending 6hrs with my dying mother. Delays all the way through the airport then a crappy flight to Sydney ( for a 1.5hr layover). Poor form Virgin. Customer service is no longer important at Virgin.

Jetstar
6.6
Okay
444 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
415 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.3

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Simon,Oct 2024

BNE - SYD

Original flight from Brisbane to Melbourne was cancelled. Given this Brisbane to Sydney trip as only alternate. Meant I missed spending 6hrs with my dying mother. Delays all the way through the airport then a crappy flight to Sydney ( for a 1.5hr layover). Poor form Virgin. Customer service is no longer important at Virgin.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Launceston. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Launceston from Melbourne?

    Most people fly into Launceston (LST) if they book a flight to Launceston from Melbourne. On average, Launceston has 28 inbound flights from Melbourne per day from 3 airlines. Launceston is conveniently located just 13.2 km from Launceston’s city centre.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Launceston round-trip?

    Jetstar, at $102, was found to be the cheapest airline from Melbourne Airport to Launceston.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways. You may be able to fly from Melbourne Airport to Launceston for 38% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne Airport to Launceston?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Melbourne Airport to Launceston are United Airlines (89%), Qatar Airways (88%) and Singapore Airlines (86%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to Launceston?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $50. While the most popular route (Melbourne - Launceston) can be booked for $102 on average our data indicates $105 when flying from Melbourne Airport to Launceston.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Launceston that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to Launceston flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Launceston?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to Launceston.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Launceston?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Launceston by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Launceston?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Launceston (average of $123). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Launceston in August is currently the most expensive (average of $167). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$90Average$190FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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JetstarCheapest$95Average$154FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$177Average$331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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