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Cheap flights from Newcastle to Melbourne from $74

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 4/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NTL — MEL
26 Feb — 5 Mar1
1 adult

The best prices from Newcastle Williamtown to Melbourne are usually found in May or August, booked 86 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Newcastle to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Newcastle (NTL) to Melbourne (ME1). 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 21 February 2025.

Round-trip from

$157

One-way from

$74

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$202
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 7/4-10/4
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 10m total
  • Newcastle to Melbourne
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 4/3
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 40m total
  • Newcastle to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price ($70 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Newcastle to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Newcastle to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 February 2025.

Mon 7/420:40NTL - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Thu 10/406:30MEL - NTL
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Deal found 20/2$157
Tue 25/218:20NTL - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 28/206:15MEL - NTL
Nonstop1h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/2$198
Fri 26/914:40NTL - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mVirgin Australia
Sun 28/906:30MEL - NTL
Nonstop1h 35mVirgin Australia
Deal found 20/2$218
Sat 1/320:55NTL - AVV
1 stop18h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/308:10AVV - NTL
1 stop7h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2$494
Thu 7/807:50NTL - AVV
1 stop12h 25mJetstar
Sun 10/820:50AVV - NTL
1 stop10h 25mJetstar
Deal found 20/2$508
Sun 20/416:05NTL - MEL
2 stops7h 30mQantas Airways
Wed 7/511:25MEL - NTL
2 stops8h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 19/2$1,016

Find flights from Newcastle to Melbourne within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Newcastle to Melbourne 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 21 February 2025.

Fly from

Newcastle

Fly to

Melbourne

Route

Depart

Return

Price

NewcastleMelbourne

NTL - MEL

NTLMEL

Newcastle Williamtown

Mon 7/4

20:40-22:20

Nonstop1h 40m

Melbourne

Thu 10/4

06:30-08:00

Nonstop1h 30m

$157

NewcastleMelbourne

NTL - MEL

NTLMEL

Newcastle Williamtown

Tue 25/2

18:20-20:00

Nonstop1h 40m

Melbourne

Fri 28/2

06:15-07:55

Nonstop1h 40m

$198

NewcastleMelbourne

NTL - MEL

NTLMEL

Newcastle Williamtown

Fri 21/3

15:40-17:20

Nonstop1h 40m

Melbourne

Sun 23/3

06:15-07:55

Nonstop1h 40m

$273

NewcastleMelbourne

NTL - AVV

NTLAVV

Newcastle Williamtown

Fri 7/3

12:50-20:20

1 stop7h 30m

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 12/3

08:10-16:15

1 stop8h 05m

$503

NewcastleMelbourne

NTL - AVV

NTLAVV

Newcastle Williamtown

Thu 7/8

07:50-20:15

1 stop12h 25m

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 10/8

20:50-07:15

1 stop10h 25m

$508

NewcastleMelbourne

NTL - MEL

NTLMEL

Newcastle Williamtown

Sun 20/4

16:05-23:35

2 stops7h 30m

Melbourne

Wed 7/5

11:25-20:20

2 stops8h 55m

$1,016

NewcastleMelbourne

NTL - MEL

NTLMEL

Newcastle Williamtown

Tue 4/3

18:20-20:00

Nonstop1h 40m

$74

NewcastleMelbourne

NTL - MEL

NTLMEL

Newcastle Williamtown

Mon 10/3

08:35-10:15

Nonstop1h 40m

$154

NewcastleMelbourne

NTL - AVV

NTLAVV

Newcastle Williamtown

Tue 4/3

20:55-15:45

1 stop18h 50m

$169

NewcastleMelbourne

NTL - MEL

NTLMEL

Newcastle Williamtown

Wed 5/3

21:15-12:05

2 stops14h 50m

$205

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Best time to book a flight from Newcastle to Melbourne

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Travel insights for flights from Newcastle to Melbourne

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

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

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

The best time to book flights from Newcastle to Melbourne is 86 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newcastle to Melbourne (average of $132). Flying from Newcastle to Melbourne in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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 NTL to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Newcastle to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Newcastle to Melbourne in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 55% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Newcastle to Melbourne?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Newcastle to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from Newcastle to Melbourne

Explore weekly flight availability from Newcastle to Melbourne. 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 21 February 2025.

The most flights from NTL to ME1 are scheduled on a Tuesday (15 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 on average).

Rainfall in Melbourne by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Melbourne by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne, 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 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 8.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated 21 February 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Newcastle to Melbourne, see what other customers have to say about Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways and Jetstar. 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
416 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.3

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
416 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
416 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.3

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
814 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
416 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.3

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
416 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.3

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 Newcastle to Melbourne. 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 from for flights from Newcastle to Melbourne?

    Newcastle Williamtown (NTL), located 15.6 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Newcastle to Melbourne. 3 airlines have flights from Williamtown to Melbourne on a regular basis. Booking flights from Newcastle Williamtown to Melbourne should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 12 outbound flights to Melbourne per day.

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

    Currently priced at $157, Jetstar will fly you from Newcastle to Melbourne and back. In addition to Jetstar, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $273 and $431, respectively. You may be able to fly from Newcastle to Melbourne for 27% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Newcastle to Melbourne one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Jetstar, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $74. However, be on the lookout for offers from Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Newcastle to Melbourne for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Newcastle to Melbourne?

    Consider Etihad Airways (93%), Virgin Australia (93%) or Singapore Airlines (93%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Newcastle to Melbourne.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Newcastle to Melbourne?

    The cheapest flight price from Newcastle to Melbourne is $68. On average you can expect to pay $248. The most popular route, (Newcastle Williamtown - Melbourne), can usually be booked for $116.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Newcastle to Melbourne 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 Newcastle to Melbourne?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newcastle to Melbourne (average of $132). Flying from Newcastle to Melbourne in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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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Top 3 airlines flying from Newcastle to Melbourne

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$119Average$254FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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JetstarCheapest$134Average$226FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$168Average$317FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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