Which airline has the best punctuality record on Melbourne to Hamilton Island flights?

According to our data, Virgin Australia have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 2% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to Hamilton Island flights?

Generally, flights departing in the early afternoon tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the morning have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Monday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Saturday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

How many flights depart from Melbourne to Hamilton Island on average per week?

As of January 2026, 10 flights take off from Melbourne and land in Hamilton Island each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Thu, with 40% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Melbourne to Hamilton Island?

Virgin Australia is the most popular carrier operating from Melbourne to Hamilton Island

How many flights depart from Melbourne to Hamilton Island on average per day?

The number of flights available between Melbourne and Hamilton Island is 1 per day as of January 2026. The most frequent departure time is 08:00, with 100% of daily flights leaving at midday.

How often are flights from Melbourne to Hamilton Island delayed?

Historically, on average around 7% of flights between Melbourne and Hamilton Island have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 139 minutes.

Which airlines fly to Hamilton Island?

Virgin Australia, Jetstar and Qantas Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Hamilton Island from Melbourne according to our data. Virgin Australia is the first choice among our users, with 55% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Hamilton Island. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Hamilton Island on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne to Hamilton Island Airport?

Prices for flights from Melbourne to Hamilton Island Airport refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne to Hamilton Island Airport?

The number of operators available for flights from Melbourne to Hamilton Island Airport is 3 as of January 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne to Hamilton Island Airport?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Melbourne to Hamilton Island Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Hamilton Island Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Hamilton Island Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Hamilton Island Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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20 Jan

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16 Jan

MEL08:05Melbourne

2h 55m

HTI10:00Hamilton Island

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Hamilton Island?

The month of May is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Hamilton Island from Melbourne, with most prices found around $366. If you aren’t able to travel to Hamilton Island during the month of May, then flying in August is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $367.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Hamilton Island?

Our data shows that Tuesday is the least expensive day to fly to Hamilton Island. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $380. The most expensive day to fly to Hamilton Island is Monday, with ticket prices averaging around $671.

What is the cheapest Melbourne to Hamilton Island flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Hamilton Island?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Hamilton Island from Melbourne when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Hamilton Island for around $441 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Hamilton Island from Melbourne for as low as $385 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Melbourne to Hamilton Island flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Melbourne to Hamilton Island flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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The fastest flight from Melbourne to Hamilton Island takes 2h 55m

Direct flights go from Melbourne to Hamilton Island on Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..

There is 1 airport in Hamilton Island. From Melbourne there are direct flights to Hamilton Island (HTI).

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How far is Melbourne to Hamilton Island by plane?
There are 1977.9 km between Melbourne and Hamilton Island. 2h 55m is a normal flight duration for this route.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne to Hamilton Island Airport?
Prices for flights from Melbourne to Hamilton Island Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne to Hamilton Island Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Melbourne to Hamilton Island Airport is 3 as of January 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne to Hamilton Island Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Melbourne to Hamilton Island Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Hamilton Island Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Hamilton Island Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Hamilton Island Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Jetstar	PriceFrom $178	Free cancellation	Rating 6.5 496 reviews	Search Jetstar flights
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $323	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 432 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $354	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 961 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights

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Can I find flights from Melbourne to Hamilton Island with flexible booking policies on momondo?

momondo does allow users to show only those flights to Hamilton Island from Melbourne which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

How can momondo help me find flights from Melbourne to Hamilton Island?

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Our data shows that Tuesday is the least expensive day to fly to Hamilton Island. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $380. The most expensive day to fly to Hamilton Island is Monday, with ticket prices averaging around $671.

What is the cheapest Melbourne to Hamilton Island flight route?

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What cabin class options are available on Melbourne to Hamilton Island flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Melbourne to Hamilton Island flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Melbourne to Hamilton Island?

Virgin Australia is the most popular carrier operating from Melbourne to Hamilton Island

Which airlines fly to Hamilton Island?

How often are flights from Melbourne to Hamilton Island delayed?

Historically, on average around 7% of flights between Melbourne and Hamilton Island have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 139 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to Hamilton Island flights?

Generally, flights departing in the early afternoon tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the morning have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Monday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Saturday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Melbourne to Hamilton Island flights?

According to our data, Virgin Australia have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 2% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from Melbourne to Hamilton Island on average per day?

The number of flights available between Melbourne and Hamilton Island is 1 per day as of January 2026. The most frequent departure time is 08:00, with 100% of daily flights leaving at midday.

How many flights depart from Melbourne to Hamilton Island on average per week?

As of January 2026, 10 flights take off from Melbourne and land in Hamilton Island each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Thu, with 40% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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