Cheap flight tickets from Melbourne Tullamarine to Hamilton Island

Compare Melbourne Tullamarine to Hamilton Island flight deals

Find the cheapest month or even day of the year to fly to Hamilton Island

Book the best Hamilton Island fare with no extra fees

Flight deals from Melbourne Tullamarine to Hamilton Island

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Melbourne Tullamarine to Hamilton Island? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine to Hamilton Island

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

Direct flights from Melbourne Tullamarine to Hamilton Island

Melbourne Tullamarine to Hamilton Island: Alternative routes

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

Melbourne to Hamilton Island: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM941
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time3 hrs, 3 mins
Most popular airlineQatar Airways
Average flights per week19

Finding cheap flights from Melbourne Tullamarine to Hamilton Island: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Melbourne Tullamarine to Hamilton Island is RM941. 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.
3 hours and 3 minutes is the average flight time from Melbourne Tullamarine to Hamilton Island.
Qatar Airways, Qantas and Air New Zealand fly direct from Melbourne Tullamarine to Hamilton Island.
As of February 2026, there are 19 flights per week flying from Melbourne Tullamarine to Hamilton Island.
The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine to Hamilton Island is usually April.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Hamilton Island Airport on Thursday, 23 April 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 3 minutes.
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 Hamilton Island 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.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Hamilton Island is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Virgin Australia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Hamilton Island.

Flying from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Hamilton Island Airport (HTI): what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Hamilton Island Airport is 2 hours 55 minutes.

  • Each week, there are 50 Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Hamilton Island Airport flights. If you prefer to jet off as soon as possible, take the 07:25 Jetstar flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight is at 11:40 with Jetstar.

  • Your MEL to HTI flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.

  • During popular months such as January, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.

  • Jetstar is your gateway to exploring Hamilton Island (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Australia!). Browse the direct flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Hamilton Island Airport offered by this popular carrier.

  • Jetstar is the top choice for travellers on this route.

  • With a reliable 86.96% of services arriving as planned, Virgin Australia Regional is the most punctual carrier for MEL to HTI flights.

  • Pick a stopover if you'd like to break up your flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see the options for tickets from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Hamilton Island Airport. Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is a top stopover on the MEL to HTI route.

How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Hamilton Island Airport (HTI)

  • RM471 is currently the best price for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Hamilton Island Airport flight. A return flight starts at RM941. These prices can change based on demand.

  • Book six months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from MEL to HTI.

  • May is the cheapest month for flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Hamilton Island Airport. If you'd like to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.

  • There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from MEL to HTI.

  • Secure the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Hamilton Island Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • Of the flights that depart from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

  • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Expect a journey time of about 40 minutes on public transport.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel near MEL? If you're boarding an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Hamilton Island Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:

Arriving at Hamilton Island Airport (HTI)

Getting from Hamilton Island Airport (HTI) to central Hamilton Island

  • Hamilton Island Airport is approximately 3 kilometres from central Hamilton Island. The drive time takes around 10 minutes.

  • Travelling on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.

When to fly to Hamilton Island Airport (HTI)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Hamilton Island Airport is April, while March is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Hamilton Island based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.

  • Lock in your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Hamilton Island Airport for February if you want to go to Hamilton Island during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).

  • If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MEL to HTI in July. Average temperatures are between 16ºC (61ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) then.

Explore more of Australia

  • You've done Hamilton Island, now it's time to discover other parts of Australia. Travel about 257 kilometres north-west to Townsville to tick off its top attractions. From The Strand Beach to Castle Hill and Big Mama Sailing- Magnetic Island & Townsville, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • Around 97 kilometres south of Hamilton Island, Mackay is another favourite stop in Australia. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Bluewater Trail, Mackay Town Hall and Armstrong Beach.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.