How much are return flights from Melbourne to Hamilton Island?

The best price we found for a return flight from Melbourne to Hamilton Island is $190. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Melbourne to Hamilton Island?

3 hours and 4 minutes is the average flight time from Melbourne to Hamilton Island.

Which airlines fly direct from Melbourne to Hamilton Island?

Qantas, Etihad Airways and Virgin Australia fly direct from Melbourne to Hamilton Island.

How many flights are there a week from Melbourne to Hamilton Island?

As of May 2024, there are 16 flights per week flying from Melbourne to Hamilton Island.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne to Hamilton Island?

The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Hamilton Island is usually February.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Melbourne to Hamilton Island Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Melbourne to Hamilton Island Airport on Wednesday, 12 February 2025 .

Can I get a direct flight from Melbourne to Hamilton Island Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 4 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Hamilton Island?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Hamilton Island?

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Melbourne to Hamilton Island with?

The cheapest airline that flies to Hamilton Island is Jetstar .

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Hamilton Island.$190 per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 Feb, returning Sat, 22 Feb.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 12 Feb, arriving in Hamilton Island.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Hamilton Island on Sat, 22 Feb, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $190, select.

Hamilton Island.$215 per passenger.Departing Sat, 25 Jan, returning Sun, 2 Feb.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 25 Jan, arriving in Hamilton Island.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Hamilton Island on Sun, 2 Feb, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $215, select.

Hamilton Island.$232 per passenger.Departing Sun, 26 Jan, returning Fri, 31 Jan.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 26 Jan, arriving in Hamilton Island.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Hamilton Island on Fri, 31 Jan, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $232, select.

Hamilton Island.$232 per passenger.Departing Sun, 23 Mar, returning Thu, 27 Mar.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 23 Mar, arriving in Hamilton Island.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Hamilton Island on Thu, 27 Mar, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $232, select.

Hamilton Island.$273 per passenger.Departing Sun, 10 Nov, returning Fri, 15 Nov.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 10 Nov, arriving in Hamilton Island.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Hamilton Island on Fri, 15 Nov, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $273, select.

Hamilton Island.$273 per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 Nov, returning Thu, 5 Dec.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 30 Nov, arriving in Hamilton Island.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Hamilton Island on Thu, 5 Dec, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $273, select.

Hamilton Island.$279 per passenger.Departing Sat, 14 Sep, returning Tue, 11 Feb.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 14 Sep, arriving in Hamilton Island.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Hamilton Island on Tue, 11 Feb, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $279, select.

Hamilton Island.$286 per passenger.Departing Sun, 23 Mar, returning Thu, 27 Mar.Return flight with Jetstar and Virgin Australia.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 23 Mar, arriving in Hamilton Island.Inbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Hamilton Island on Thu, 27 Mar, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $286, select.

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Find the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Hamilton Island

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

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Melbourne to Hamilton Island: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Melbourne 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 found	$190
Cheapest month to fly	February
Average flight time	3 hrs, 4 mins
Most popular airline	Qantas
Average flights per week	16

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

: The best price we found for a return flight from Melbourne to Hamilton Island is $190. 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 4 minutes is the average flight time from Melbourne to Hamilton Island.
: Qantas, Etihad Airways and Virgin Australia fly direct from Melbourne to Hamilton Island.
: As of May 2024, there are 16 flights per week flying from Melbourne to Hamilton Island.
: The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Hamilton Island is usually February.
: After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Melbourne to Hamilton Island Airport on Wednesday, 12 February 2025.
: Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 4 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.
: The cheapest airline that flies to Hamilton Island is Jetstar .

Which airlines fly from Melbourne to Hamilton Island?

Virgin Australia offers daily and nonstop flights from Melbourne to Hamilton Island.
Use our calendar feature to look for cheap flights to Hamilton Island over a whole month.

How easy is it to depart on flights from Melbourne to Hamilton Island?

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is the main airport serving Melbourne, and the only one operating direct routes to Hamilton Island. This airport has 4 terminals.

Terminal 3 – Virgin Australia flights to Hamilton Island fly from T3.

Within Terminal 3 you can access premier lounges, shops, restaurants, ATMs, charging points, and free WiFi. You can connect to the other terminals on foot.

Arrive at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport at least 1 hour before your flight to Hamilton Island is due to depart.

What do I need before I fly from Melbourne to Hamilton Island?

A form of photo-ID is required for domestic air travel.
Please be aware that if you are not an Australian or New Zealand citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, then you will need to apply for electronic permission to travel, or an ETA. Go to the Australian government website for more information.

What is Hamilton Island Airport like?

Hamilton Island Airport is the primary hub for the Whitsundays and Hamilton Island in particular. This airport has 1 terminal.

Main Terminal – flights from Sydney to Hamilton Island fly into the main terminal.

This is a very small airport, with limited facilities, but you can access more in town. Within the airport, you will find an Airport Bar, a VIP lounge, and bathroom facilities.

What is the weather like in Hamilton Island?

Hamilton Island sees 30°C in the summer months, 23°C during the winter days. And average temperatures 24-28°C in the shoulder seasons.

Is there a time difference between Melbourne and Hamilton Island?

Melbourne and Hamilton Island are in the same time zone during Standard Time (ST), but during Daylight Savings Time (DST) Hamilton Island is 1 hour behind.

Is Hamilton Island cheaper than Melbourne?

Hamilton Island can be more expensive with some costs, such as dining, but you can keep costs hemmed in by booking accommodation with our search tools.

	Melbourne	Hamilton Island
Average cost of a meal for 2 people	$85	$110
Average cost of a coffee	$4.15	$5
Average cost of a taxi from the airport to the CBD	$60	Free w/ most resorts

What about return flights from Hamilton Island to Melbourne?

Flights back to Melbourne can be booked by pressing Return on the search bar, or by going to our Hamilton Island to Melbourne flights page for more information.

Please note that the information provided above is accurate as of May 2019

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