Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Hamilton Island

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Amazing MEL to HTI Flight Deals

The lowest prices to Great Barrier Reef within the past 7 days were AU$208 for one-way flights and AU$302 for return flights for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Sun., 16 Jun. - Sat., 22 Jun.
MEL
Melbourne
HTI
Hamilton Island
AU$302 Return, found 1 day ago
AU$302
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Sun., 16 Jun. from Melbourne to Hamilton Island, returning Sat., 22 Jun., priced at AU$302 found 1 day ago
Wed., 17 Jul. - Sun., 21 Jul.
MEL
Melbourne
HTI
Hamilton Island
AU$340 Return, found 16 hours ago
AU$340
Return
found 16 hours ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Wed., 17 Jul. from Melbourne to Hamilton Island, returning Sun., 21 Jul., priced at AU$340 found 16 hours ago
Sun., 16 Jun. - Sat., 22 Jun.
MEL
Melbourne
HTI
Hamilton Island
AU$371 Return, found 1 day ago
AU$371
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Sun., 16 Jun. from Melbourne to Hamilton Island, returning Sat., 22 Jun., priced at AU$371 found 1 day ago
Sun., 16 Jun. - Sat., 22 Jun.
MEL
Melbourne
HTI
Hamilton Island
AU$376 Return, found 1 day ago
AU$376
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Sun., 16 Jun. from Melbourne to Hamilton Island, returning Sat., 22 Jun., priced at AU$376 found 1 day ago
Sun., 16 Jun. - Sat., 22 Jun.
MEL
Melbourne
HTI
Hamilton Island
AU$391 Return, found 1 day ago
AU$391
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Sun., 16 Jun. from Melbourne to Hamilton Island, returning Sat., 22 Jun., priced at AU$391 found 1 day ago
Sun., 16 Jun. - Sat., 22 Jun.
MEL
Melbourne
HTI
Hamilton Island
AU$405 Return, found 1 day ago
AU$405
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Sun., 16 Jun. from Melbourne to Hamilton Island, returning Sat., 22 Jun., priced at AU$405 found 1 day ago

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Freedom Shores

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4 out of 5
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14 May - 18 May
Return flight included
Melbourne (MEL) to Hamilton Island (HTI)
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Return direct flight included
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InterContinental Hayman Island Resort, an IHG Hotel

5 out of 5
per person
13 May - 18 May
Return direct flight included
Melbourne (MEL) to Hamilton Island (HTI)
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BIG4 Whitsundays Eco Resort

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per person
14 May - 18 May
Return flight included
Melbourne (MEL) to Hamilton Island (HTI)
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per person
23 May - 28 May
Return flight included
Melbourne (MEL) to Hamilton Island (HTI)
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Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight from MEL to Great Barrier Reef Airport (HTI)?
It’ll take approximately 3 hours and 52 minutes to jet from Melbourne to Whitsundays. How many times do you think you can flip through that in-flight mag? Do yourself a favour and bring something to watch or read to help pass the time.
Are there non-stop flights between MEL and HTI?
Not keen on spending valuable holiday time waiting for a connecting flight in some unfamiliar airport? You won’t need to when jetsetting between Melbourne and Whitsundays. There are multiple airlines advertising direct flights. Take a look at Virgin Australia and Jetstar and add to your flight points.
What airlines fly non-stop from Tullamarine Airport to HTI?
Hoping to grab a flight which goes directly from Melbourne to Whitsundays? If you’d prefer not to stop in some dodgy airport along the way, look up Virgin Australia (VA). This airline operates 21 flights between these cities each month. Also take a peek at Jetstar (JQ). With 17 flights per month, you’re bound to find a fare that you’ll love.
How many flights are flown between MEL and HTI?
Around 15 flights cruise the skies between Tullamarine Airport (MEL) and Great Barrier Reef Airport each day. A trip to Whitsundays is the sort of thing you can book right up ‘til the last second.
What are the cheapest days to book a flight?
Looking at lastminute.com.au travel demand in 2021, Wednesdays and Sundays are often the best days to book flights, when prices are generally at their cheapest. You may be tempted to wait to finalise your booking on Saturdays, but our data tells us ticket prices are actually highest on Saturdays. Something to consider when planning your next holiday!
What is the cheapest month to fly?
Here’s the lowdown on the lowest airfares: May is the cheapest month to fly. When looking at 2021 flight demand on lastminute.com.au, flights departing in May generally have the lowest ticket prices. As for the most expensive month to fly, our demand data found that on average, airfares are highest in December.
How far in advance can you book a flight?
Itching to book your dream trip? We totally get it. You can start looking at flights on lastminute.com.au as early as 12 months in advance, but just keep in mind some airlines may not release all their available fares that early. But good news for last minute travellers, with 2021 lastminute.com.au data proving spontaneous travellers can still bag a bargain with some of the cheapest airfares appearing just 1 week prior to travel.*According to flight demand on lastminute.com.au from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change and may vary depending on selections made.
Tullamarine to Great Barrier Reef Flight
Origin airport
Tullamarine
Origin city name
Melbourne
Destination airport
Great Barrier Reef
Destination city name
Hamilton Island
Number of airlines serving
3
Popular airline
Virgin Australia
Distance
1954 km

Last Minute Melbourne to Hamilton Island Flights

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*Prices are "from" prices based on the lowest available fare on the sample travel dates for one adult and will be confirmed prior to any payment being made. The price is not guaranteed until paid in full by cleared funds and your tickets are issued. Fees may apply for checked baggage. There may be an additional fee based on your payment type and flight selected. Total purchase price, inclusive of any applicable fees, is displayed on the flight details page prior to booking confirmation. Blackout dates and other restrictions may apply. Fares may be non-refundable (subject to applicable laws) and are not transferable. Name changes may not be permitted.Offers are subject to availability and may be discontinued without notice. Conditions apply.