| Distance | about 615 km |
|---|---|
| Flying time | Turboprop about 1 h 40 min · light jet about 1 h 15 min · midsize jet about 1 h 10 min · heavy jet about 1 h 10 min |
| Aircraft that fly it non-stop | Any class of aircraft, from a turboprop to a heavy jet |
| Airports at Melbourne | Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) (MEL / YMML), Essendon Fields (MEB / YMEN) and Avalon Airport (AVV / YMAV) |
| Airports at Hobart | Hobart Airport (HBA / YMHB) and Launceston Airport (LST / YMLT) |
Distances are great-circle between the main airports; flying times are indicative.
Why fly Melbourne to Hobart privately
Hobart is one of Melbourne’s favourite short leisure trips, and a private flight lets you leave when you like and land close to where you are staying. Groups heading to a lodge, a wedding or a weekend of cellar doors get the most from it.
It is a short sector, so the aircraft is chosen for the group and the luggage rather than the range. For northern Tasmania, ask about flying to Launceston instead.
Who flies this route
- Food, wine and weekend getaways
- Weddings, retreats and group trips
- Corporate events
- Flights on to Launceston and the north
Choosing the aircraft
This is a short sector, so a turboprop or a light jet is usually all you need, which keeps the cost in proportion. See the aircraft guide for what each class carries, or what drives the price.
Airports and planning
Melbourne: Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine), Essendon Fields, Avalon Airport. Hobart: Hobart Airport, Launceston Airport.
For the Tamar Valley or Cradle Mountain, Launceston is usually the better airport. Private jet hire Melbourne and private jet hire Hobart have more on the airports at each end.
Flying from Melbourne? Read our guide to Melbourne private jet airports.
Melbourne to Hobart: frequently asked questions
How long does it take to fly from Melbourne to Hobart by private jet?
About 1 h 10 min by midsize jet over roughly 615 km. A light jet takes about 1 h 15 min and a turboprop about 1 h 40 min. Times are indicative and depend on the aircraft, winds and routing.
How much does a private jet from Melbourne to Hobart cost?
The price depends on the aircraft, the date and whether you fly one way or return, so there is no single figure. Send us the date and the number of passengers for a fixed quote, or read what drives the cost of a private jet charter.
Which aircraft can fly Melbourne to Hobart?
Any class of aircraft, from a turboprop to a heavy jet can fly it non-stop. This is a short sector, so a turboprop or a light jet is usually all you need, which keeps the cost in proportion.
Which airports do you use for Melbourne and Hobart?
At Melbourne: Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine), Essendon Fields and Avalon Airport. At Hobart: Hobart Airport and Launceston Airport. We choose the best pairing for your aircraft, timing and destination.
What happens if the flight is cancelled because of the weather?
If the flight is cancelled because of the weather, you pay nothing.
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