$146 Find Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Airlie Beach

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Cheap Flight Deals from Melbourne to Airlie Beach (MEL-HTI)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Melbourne to Airlie Beach that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent return flight deals from Melbourne to Airlie Beach

KAYAK's recommended return flight deals from the most popular airlines that fly from Melbourne to Airlie Beach.
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Jetstar Logo
08:10 - 11:05MEL-HTI
2h 55mdirect
Jetstar Logo
11:45 - 14:45HTI-MEL
3h 00mdirect
$268Jetstar
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Tue, 17 Jun - Tue, 24 Jun
Jetstar Logo
08:10 - 11:05MEL-HTI
2h 55mdirect
Jetstar Logo
11:45 - 14:45HTI-MEL
3h 00mdirect
$286Jetstar
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Tue, 20 May - Sun, 25 May
Jetstar Logo
08:10 - 11:05MEL-HTI
2h 55mdirect
Jetstar Logo
11:45 - 14:45HTI-MEL
3h 00mdirect
$299Jetstar
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Sat, 9 Aug - Sat, 23 Aug
Jetstar Logo
08:10 - 11:05MEL-HTI
2h 55mdirect
Jetstar Logo
11:45 - 14:45HTI-MEL
3h 00mdirect
$325Jetstar
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Sun, 1 Jun - Sun, 8 Jun
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08:10 - 11:05MEL-HTI
2h 55mdirect
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11:20 - 14:20HTI-MEL
3h 00mdirect
Tue, 13 May - Sat, 17 May
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08:10 - 11:05MEL-HTI
2h 55mdirect
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14:05 - 20:20HTI-MEL
6h 15m1 stop
Tue, 20 May - Sun, 25 May
Virgin Australia Logo
07:10 - 13:25MEL-HTI
6h 15m1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
14:05 - 21:20HTI-MEL
7h 15m1 stop
$415Virgin Australia
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Tue, 20 May - Sun, 25 May
Virgin Australia Logo
08:10 - 13:25MEL-HTI
5h 15m1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
14:50 - 19:20HTI-MEL
4h 30m1 stop
$416Virgin Australia
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Sun, 8 Jun - Sun, 15 Jun
Qantas Airways Logo
06:30 - 12:10MEL-HTI
5h 40m1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
14:20 - 22:55HTI-MEL
8h 35m1 stop
$665Qantas Airways
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Thu, 22 May - Sun, 25 May
Qantas Airways Logo
06:00 - 13:40MEL-HTI
7h 40m1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
14:20 - 23:15HTI-MEL
8h 55m2 stops
$749Qantas Airways
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Sat, 7 Jun - Sat, 14 Jun

Good to know

Low season

May

High season

January

Cheapest flight

$146
Best time to beat the crowds (13% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (7% more expensive on average)
Flight from Melbourne to Hamilton Island

When to book flights from Melbourne to Airlie Beach

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FAQs for booking flights from Melbourne to Airlie Beach

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Melbourne Airport to Airlie Beach?

    When flying out of Melbourne Airport you’ll be using Melbourne. Airlie Beach does not have its own airport so you’ll be flying into nearby Hamilton Island airport, which is 26.7 km away.

  • How long does a flight from Melbourne Airport to Airlie Beach take?

    Direct flights cover the 3,161 km separating Melbourne Airport and Airlie Beach in about 2h 55m.

  • How many flights are there between Melbourne Airport and Airlie Beach?

    2 direct flights run between Melbourne Airport and Airlie Beach on a daily basis. On average, there are about 14 departures each week.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Melbourne to Airlie Beach?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Melbourne to Airlie Beach.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Melbourne to Airlie Beach?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Airlie Beach from Melbourne is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Melbourne to Airlie Beach?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Airlie Beach with an airline and back to Melbourne with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Melbourne to Airlie Beach?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Airlie Beach from Melbourne up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to Airlie Beach?

    In the last 72 hours, the cheapest one-way ticket between Melbourne Airport and Airlie Beach found on KAYAK was with Jetstar for $146. Jetstar offered a return connection from $268 and Virgin Australia from $415.

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Top tips for finding cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Airlie Beach

  • There is no airport in Airlie Beach. Instead, you’ll be flying into Hamilton Island Airport when flying between Melbourne Airport and Airlie Beach.
  • The cheapest flight from Melbourne to Airlie Beach was found 59 days before departure, on average.
  • Book at least 1 week before departure in order to get a below-average price.
  • High season is considered to be August, September and October. The cheapest month to fly is May.
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Top 3 airlines serving Melbourne to Airlie Beach

Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Melbourne to Airlie Beach? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.5
Qantas AirwaysOverall score based on 827 reviews
7.2Entertainment
8.2Crew
7.4Comfort
6.9Food
7.7Boarding
Airline reviews

Airport and crew experience was excellent. We had to queue for the runway - no one’s fault, but it did mean we were 30 minutes late leaving

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Apr 2025MEL - LST
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Airport and crew experience was excellent. We had to queue for the runway - no one’s fault, but it did mean we were 30 minutes late leaving

Overall good experience with flight and airport wheelchair staff. Also got Indian food in the flights

Very good as always, stand out airline. The passengers whom choose to stuff baggage that otherwise should be checked-in is a real bother but that's not the airlines doing. A real frustration that passengers just don't want to check-in luggage. This is a pet hate unfortunately.

It’s a two prop flight so I had problems with my ears on re- entering ! But otherwise fine

I love flying with Qantas. There was no onscreen entertaining on this flight, and only a snack provided (not a meal) but still better than Jetstar or Virgin (in my opinion) so still happy.

Wheelchair assistance to move through the terminals and to/from the plane door was excellent. No vegan snack on the flight, only something with salami and cheese in it.

I have flown Qantas multiple times in the past it seemed this flight the plane had less seat room or the seats were way less comfortable than before. Everything else was about the same. Thanks

The old Plane had not been cleaned properly in a long time.

I got upgraded from economy to business, and the experience was outstanding

I have taken this flight many times. It is ALWAYS late. Every time there is significant delay (1-3 hours) before boarding. It’s very consistent. Even after boarding the expected landing time was delayed twice. The seats are very narrow and cramped. Food is barely editable. Considering an economy ticket often costs about $2,000 it’s one of the worst services ever.

Gluten free options less explicit on business class, but great service

Very good… seems the virgin staff particularly in the lounge and in flight exceeded expectations.

I liked everything about the experience but would have liked some free snacks!

Crew was great but flight was delayed almost three hours due to a technical issue and we had to go back to the terminal and wait for another one.

Being told why we delayed three hours and not even given an apology by someone. Not a word. Not my airline of choice ever.

Checked Baggage line up was long but moved quickly, rest of the process, boarding, crew was excellent

Virgin has always provided a smooth and comfortable flight. This one was no different. Seats are comfortable. Staff are great. This is my favourite airline.

Virgin changed the flight to an Alliance flight. Smaller plane, tea coffee and water the only refreshments available and not sure what happened to the extra money I paid to sit in a selected seat with extra leg room. This is obviously a regular switch as it happened on our flight there and back. Do not recommend.

Late boarding, late departure due to weather and slow boarding, packed 5+hour flight, only 2 toilets for main cabin, tight leg room, no free food except tea, coffee, and water, arrived 75 minutes late.

Cramped, crowded flight, with no complimentary food except coffee, tea, or water.

Overall, it was good. The only concern was that I couldn't charge my phone because the USB port didn't work after we took off. One of the crew members tried to restart it but never came back to me with an update.

Comfortable seats, boarding was easy and staff were very nice.

Flight was fine but a domestic flight was called by Jetstar international. This meant going through immigration and custom scanning twice. Long queues were experienced which were frustrating. We were using a wheelchair and exit at Perth needed a scissor lift as no air bridge provided. No fast lane at Perth for wheelchair. The staff were helpful but this system is poor.

The crew were great. The seat was older than an old Holden with a big metal bar sticking right into my back. The passenger next to me complained that hers was the same. The pre purchase system for food was disappointing as the pie/quiche took 20 mins to warm up, arrived too hot and with no utensils. It was one of the most uncomfortable flights I've ever been on.

Not very good, no food and not drink ( caffe or tea). Never ever fly with jet star.

Fabulous I have no issues with JetStar great service always use them to fly

Flight was as expected - we got what we paid for which was a base fare

Hardly we had overweight and we were asked to pay $75. We were checked by a female and weight was alright

Unaware of charge for carry on until i got to gate

I got what I paid for - flight was clean, staff were friendly

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