Non-stop flights to Launceston (LST)
Launceston Airport is a medium sized airport in Australia. It is a domestic airport. Currently, there are 10 domestic flights to Launceston.
Launceston is mainly known for activities.
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All direct flights to Launceston Top 200 flights with a stopover Airlines flying to Launceston Best time to visit Launceston Business Class flights Domestic flights Alternative airports FAQThis month, there are 579 flights arriving at Launceston Airport, which are 133 flights per week or 19 flights per day.
The most frequently departed flights to Launceston are routes from Melbourne (MEL) in Australia and Sydney (SYD), also in Australia. These two routes together are operated 420 times this month, and make up for 73% of all monthly arrivals at Launceston Airport.
The longest flight to Launceston LST is departing from Perth (PER). This non-stop flight takes around 4 hours and 30 minutes and covers a distance of 1,839 miles (2,960 km).
List of all direct flights to Launceston
Below you can find a list of all cities and countries that have direct flights to Launceston, ordered by popularity.
Top 200 flights with a stopover
This list contains the 200 most popular airports from which flights depart that require just one stopover to get to Launceston.
Airlines flying to Launceston
Currently, there are 6 airlines that fly to Launceston. Most flights to Launceston are operated by Virgin Australia, as they connect 5 airports to LST. That’s around 2 times as much as Jetstar, the second biggest airline in terms of operated flight routes to Launceston. Below you can find the list of airlines that operate all LST flights:
What is the best time to visit Launceston?
🌊 🌧️ Oceanic / Maritime
Launceston is an oceanic/maritime destination, known for its mild summer temperatures, which are usually between 15°C and 25°C (59°F to 77°F). The winters here are refreshingly cool, without the harshness of freezing temperatures. Visitors can enjoy the green surroundings and plenty of outdoor adventures in the nearby areas, making it an excellent choice for those who enjoy temperate weather.
The best time to visit Launceston is during the summer months, spanning from November to February. During this period, visitors can expect pleasant to warm temperatures, while rainfall tends to occur more frequently in the autumn and winter months, from March to August.
Business class flights to Launceston
There are 2 airports that have flights to Launceston in Business Class. All airports that offer business class flights to LST are listed below:
International flights to Launceston
Currently there are no international flights to Launceston. The only flights to Launceston are domestic flights within Australia. To get to Launceston from another country you will need a flight with a stopover, for example through Sydney or Brisbane.
Domestic flights to Launceston
Flights from Australia to Launceston
There are lots of domestic flights to Launceston (LST). 10 airports in Australia have direct flights to the airport.
From Adelaide, direct flights are offered by Virgin Australia. This route is recently announced though, and not operational yet. It will start in April 2026.
From Brisbane, direct flights are offered by Jetstar, Qantas (Oneworld) and Virgin Australia.
From Burnie, you can fly non-stop to Launceston with Sharp Airlines. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in May.
From Canberra, the only airline with direct flights is Link Airways. This route is not operational yet but will start in May.
From Cape Barren, direct flights are offered by Par Avion. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in June.
From Flinders Island, you can fly non-stop to Launceston with Sharp Airlines. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in May.
From Hobart, direct flights are offered by Par Avion. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in June.
From Melbourne, direct flights are offered by Jetstar, Qantas (Oneworld) and Virgin Australia.
From Perth, you can fly non-stop to Launceston with Virgin Australia. This is a seasonal route that starts in October and ends in March.
From Sydney, direct flights are offered by Jetstar, Qantas (Oneworld) and Virgin Australia.
All flights from Australia
Alternative airports near Launceston
Flying to an alternative airport near Launceston could give you other options to reach your destination. For example, the possibility to fly with a different airline or alliance, or finding a cheaper airfare. For this reason, alternative airports near to Launceston (LST) are listed below. The closest alternative airports are Devonport (DPO) and Burnie (BWT).
Frequently asked questions - FAQ
How many airports are there in Launceston?
There are 2 airports in Launceston: Launceston Airport (LST) and Devonport Airport (DPO).
What is the best airport to fly into Launceston?
The most convenient airport to fly into Launceston is Launceston Airport (LST).
How many airlines fly to Launceston?
There are 6 airlines flying to Launceston from 10 airports around the world, as of April 2026.
Which airlines fly to Launceston?
Virgin Australia, Jetstar and Qantas operate most flights to Launceston. To get a full overview of all operating airlines, please use the airline filter.
Which alliances are flying to Launceston?
Oneworld is currently the only alliance flying to Launceston.
How many nonstop flights are there to Launceston?
There are roughly 579 flights arriving at Launceston every month (or 133 flights each week), from a total of 10 airports - all within Australia.
What is the official name of Launceston Airport?
The official name of Launceston Airport is Launceston Airport.
What is the airport code of Launceston Airport?
The airport code of Launceston Airport is LST.
What are the most popular flights to Launceston?
Melbourne, Sydney and Flinders Island are the 3 most popular routes to Launceston. For a complete overview of all flight routes to Launceston, please use our flight map.
How long is the flight to Launceston?
| Melbourne to Launceston | 1h |
| Sydney to Launceston | 1h 40m |
| Flinders Island to Launceston | 35m |
| Burnie to Launceston | 30m |
| Brisbane to Launceston | 2h 30m |
