Travelling from Mildura Airport (MQL) to Launceston Airport (LST): what you need to know
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Get to the airport on time to board your MQL to LST flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you'd like to tour a new city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Mildura Airport to Launceston Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is a well-known stop between MQL and LST.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mildura Airport (MQL) to Launceston Airport (LST)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Mildura Airport to Launceston Airport flight is 218 €. A round-trip fare is currently 419 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MQL to LST if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
Getting cheap flights from Mildura Airport to Launceston Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across the month and bag a great deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from MQL to LST by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Mildura Airport to Launceston Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Mildura Airport (MQL)
Mildura Airport has a strong on-time record, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from MQL arrive on schedule 80.82% of the time.
Mildura Airport is about 6 kilometres from central Mildura. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 2 hours 15 minutes.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near MQL. Whether you have an early flight from Mildura Airport to Launceston Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Launceston Airport (LST)
Consider booking a hotel near LST if you have a late Mildura Airport to Launceston Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Go where the road takes you with a Launceston Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Apex and find adventure across Launceston and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Launceston Airport around two weeks ahead.
Getting from Launceston Airport (LST) to central Launceston
Launceston Airport is approximately 16 kilometres from central Launceston. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
When to fly to Launceston Airport (LST)
January is the busiest month for flights from Mildura Airport to Launceston Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Launceston in April.
The warmest month in Launceston is January, with the temperature ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your flights from Mildura Airport to Launceston Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MQL to LST in July. Average temperatures are between 1ºC (34ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) then.
Explore more of Australia
You've done Launceston, now it's time to discover other corners of Australia. Travel about 451 kilometres north-west to Melbourne to check off its top sights. From Federation Square to National Gallery of Victoria and Eureka Skydeck 88, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in Australia, consider Geelong, roughly 434 kilometres north-west of Launceston. Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre are the start of reasons to visit.
