Travelling from Launceston Airport (LST) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Launceston Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport.
Melbourne's timezone is UTC+11, which is the same as Launceston.
Flights from LST to MEL start at 06:10 — the earliest with Qantas. The latest departure is at 22:15 with Jetstar. In total, you can take your pick of 990 weekly Launceston Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flights.
Give yourself enough time to catch your LST to MEL flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as January, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
You'll find a variety of airlines operating direct flights from Launceston Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Melbourne holiday, let one of these carriers take you to this memorable corner of Australia:
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Jetstar on this route.
Virgin Australia Regional is the most punctual carrier operating LST to MEL flights. An impressive 81.97% of its departures on this route arrive on time.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Launceston Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Stopovers between LST and MEL include:
Adelaide Airport
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
Brisbane Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Launceston Airport (LST) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Launceston Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight is RM108. A return fare is currently RM250. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To get cheap tickets from LST to MEL, book your journey six months before your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from Launceston Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from LST to MEL couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when fares go down.
Lock in the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Launceston Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Launceston Airport (LST)
68.35% of flights that depart Launceston Airport reach their destination on time.
Central Launceston to Launceston Airport is around 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Searching for a convenient hotel near LST? If you've booked an early flight from Launceston Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
If you're landing on a late Launceston Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near MEL:
Grab a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car and discover Melbourne and beyond with your own wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast and Sixt are top providers you can book with here.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport about four weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is roughly 24 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
It typically takes 40 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The quietest month for a flight from Launceston Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is April, while January is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Melbourne based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your flights from Launceston Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
July has average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LST to MEL sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Australia
Melbourne is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Australia just waiting to be discovered. Around 467 kilometres north-east of Melbourne, a trip to Canberra will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
Around 64 kilometres south-west of Melbourne, Geelong is another essential stop in Australia. Experience major highlights starting with Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre.
