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Cheap flights to Tasmania for 2021

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Australia's only island state is best accessed by its two major airports, Hobart and Launceston, along with smaller airports like Devonport and by boat from Melbourne, aboard the Spirit of Tasmania.

All of Australia's major carriers, Qantas, Virgin Australia and Jetstar, fly to Tasmania and all often offer bargains during sales. We've seen flights going for as low as $30 each way in a good sale.

Latest Tasmania flight deals

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Domestic flights from $89 each way

Available on flights from January - September 2021 to Gold Coast, Brisbane, Cairns, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Hobart, Townsville, Darwin and more. Sample fare is Sydney-Ballina. T&Cs apply.

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Virgin Australia flights from $78 each way

Available on select travel dates until December 2021 to Gold Coast, Adelaide, Brisbane, Hobart, Canberra, Cairns, Hamilton Island and more. Sample fare is Sydney-Melbourne. T&Cs apply.

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Australia flights from $80 return

Available on flights until June 2021 with Jetstar. Destinations include Gold Coast, Brisbane, Sydney, Ballina, Uluru, Townsville and more. Sample fare is Melbourne-Hobart. T&Cs apply.

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Australia-wide flights from $65 return

Available on select flights in 2021 to Sydney, Hobart, Gold Coast, Canberra, Newcastle and more. Sample fare is Adelaide-Melbourne with Jetstar. Other airlines include Virgin Australia and Qantas. T&Cs apply.

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Qantas flights from $111 each way

Available on select travel dates until December 2021 to Adelaide, Hobart, Cairns, Brisbane, Perth, Canberra and more. Sample fare is Sydney-Melbourne. T&Cs apply.

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How much are flights to Tasmania?

If you're flying on a budget carrier, like Jetstar, you can get fares for as low as $30-$50 each way during a sale, depending on where in Australia you're coming from. Those prices are usually available from cities like Sydney and Melbourne. Expect to pay at least double that if you're coming from further afield like Adelaide or Brisbane.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Tasmania?

Peak season to visit Tasmania is from late spring to early autumn, so expect the highest prices to be from November to April. Since you can fly from both Sydney and Melbourne in less than two hours, Tasmania's also a popular long-weekend destination, so expect to pay more if travelling over a holiday.

The cheapest time to fly is during the winter months, from May to October, when it's cooler – but also less busy.

How far in advance should I book my flight to Tasmania?

Whether you're flying to Hobart or Launceston, flights to Tasmania are best booked at least five to seven weeks in advance of your departure. However, often Jetstar sales offer cheap fares much further in advance and are worth taking advantage of.

Frequently asked questions flights to Tasmania

How long does it take to fly to Tasmania?

You can fly to Tasmania in 75 minutes from the eastern side of Australia, but if you're coming from the west coast, it can take more than 4 hours.

If you're coming from anywhere but a major airport, you won't be able to get a direct flight to Tasmania, but you can make the journey with just one stop from most Australian airports.

You can fly direct to Hobart or Launceston from the following airports.

Direct flight times to Hobart:

  • Melbourne: 1 hour, 15 minutes
  • Adelaide: 1 hour, 50 minutes
  • Sydney: 1 hour, 55 minutes
  • Gold Coast: 2 hours, 40 minutes
  • Brisbane: 2 hours, 50 minutes
  • Perth: 4 hours, 20 minutes

Direct flight times to Launceston:

  • Melbourne: 1 hour, 5 minutes
  • Sydney: 1 hour, 45 minutes
  • Brisbane: 2 hours, 40 minutes

Which airlines fly to Tasmania from mainland Australia?

The major airlines in Australia service the following airports:

  • Hobart: Qantas, Virgin Australia, Jetstar
  • Launceston: Qantas, Virgin Australia and Jetstar
  • Devonport: Qantas

Where are the airports in Tasmania?

The two largest airports in Tasmania are located in Hobart and Launceston, along with a smaller airport, serviced only by Qantas, in Devonport on the north coast.

  • Hobart: Located 18km east (20-minute drive) from Hobart CBD.
  • Launceston: Located 15km south (16-minute drive) from Launceston CBD.
  • Devonport: Located 11km east (14-minute drive) from Devonport CBD; or 7km east (11-minute drive) from where the Spirit of Tasmania docks.

How long does it take to get to the airport from Tasmania?

  • Hobart: Located 18km east (20-minute drive) from Hobart CBD.
  • Launceston: Located 15km south (16-minute drive) from Launceston CBD.
  • Devonport: Located 11km east (14-minute drive) from Devonport CBD; or 7km east (11-minute drive) from where the Spirit of Tasmania docks.

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