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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Brisbane from $117

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — BNE
24 Dec — 31 Dec1
1 adult

The best prices from Melbourne to Brisbane are usually found in May or April, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Brisbane

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) to Brisbane (BNE). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 19 December 2024.

Round-trip from

$187

One-way from

$117

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$384
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 18/1-20/1
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 35m total
  • Melbourne to Brisbane
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 8/1
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 15m total
  • Melbourne to Brisbane
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Brisbane
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Brisbane. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 19 December 2024.

Tue 24/1218:50MEL - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 31/1220:55BNE - MEL
Nonstop2h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12$278
Tue 31/1216:20AVV - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Wed 22/112:20BNE - AVV
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 18/12$313
Tue 31/1221:00MEL - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Tue 7/115:50BNE - MEL
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 17/12$322
Tue 24/1218:50MEL - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mVirgin Australia
Sat 4/119:15BNE - MEL
Nonstop2h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 18/12$333
Tue 31/1206:00MEL - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mQantas Airways
Thu 2/116:25BNE - MEL
Nonstop2h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 18/12$354
Thu 19/1220:55AVV - BNE
1 stop15h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 2/112:20BNE - AVV
Nonstop2h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12$559

Find flights from Melbourne to Brisbane within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Brisbane that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 19 December 2024.

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MelbourneBrisbane

AVV - BNE

AVVBNE

Melbourne Avalon

Sat 18/1

16:20-17:30

Nonstop2h 10m

Brisbane

Mon 20/1

12:20-15:45

Nonstop2h 25m

$187

MelbourneBrisbane

MEL - BNE

MELBNE

Melbourne

Wed 5/2

16:05-17:20

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

Wed 12/2

18:50-22:10

Nonstop2h 20m

$191

MelbourneBrisbane

MEL - BNE

MELBNE

Melbourne

Sun 12/1

06:10-07:25

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

Fri 17/1

20:55-00:15

Nonstop2h 20m

$241

MelbourneBrisbane

MEL - BNE

MELBNE

Melbourne

Fri 10/1

10:10-11:20

Nonstop2h 10m

Brisbane

Fri 10/1

20:55-00:15

Nonstop2h 20m

$252

MelbourneBrisbane

MEL - BNE

MELBNE

Melbourne

Wed 15/1

06:45-08:00

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

Wed 15/1

18:45-22:05

Nonstop2h 20m

$351

MelbourneBrisbane

AVV - BNE

AVVBNE

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 2/2

14:55-22:05

1 stop8h 10m

Brisbane

Mon 10/2

12:20-15:45

Nonstop2h 25m

$454

MelbourneBrisbane

MEL - BNE

MELBNE

Melbourne

Wed 8/1

06:10-07:25

Nonstop2h 15m

$117

MelbourneBrisbane

AVV - BNE

AVVBNE

Melbourne Avalon

Fri 10/1

16:20-17:30

Nonstop2h 10m

$121

MelbourneBrisbane

MEL - BNE

MELBNE

Melbourne

Tue 7/1

07:10-08:20

Nonstop2h 10m

$122

MelbourneBrisbane

MEL - BNE

MELBNE

Melbourne

Mon 23/12

06:45-08:00

Nonstop2h 15m

$214

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Brisbane

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Travel insights for flights from Melbourne to Brisbane

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Melbourne to Brisbane including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne to Brisbane?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Brisbane. Price data was last updated on 13 December 2024.

The best time to book flights from Melbourne to Brisbane is 90 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne to Brisbane?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Brisbane (average of $160). Flying from Melbourne to Brisbane in September is currently the most expensive (average of $208). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MEL to BNE?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Brisbane. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 19 December 2024.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 20% on flights from Melbourne to Brisbane by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne to Brisbane?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Brisbane. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne to Brisbane flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Brisbane

Explore weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Brisbane. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 19 December 2024.

The most flights from ME1 to BNE are scheduled on a Monday (133 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (71 on average).

Rainfall in Brisbane by month

Plan your trip to Brisbane by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Brisbane ranges from 30.0 - 170.0 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 170.0 mm. September is typically the driest time to visit Brisbane when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Brisbane by month

Plan your trip to Brisbane by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Brisbane, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 25.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 15.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Brisbane

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Brisbane. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Brisbane. Reviews last updated 19 December 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Jetstar, Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways from Melbourne to Brisbane by reading reviews from past customers. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
497 reviews
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Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
497 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
497 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
459 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
497 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
809 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
497 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

Jetstar
6.6
Okay
484 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
497 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

Batik Air
6.0
Okay
70 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
497 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Brisbane. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Brisbane from Melbourne?

    Brisbane (BNE) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Melbourne to Brisbane. You should not have trouble finding flights to Brisbane from Melbourne; the airport handles an average of 106 inbound flights from Melbourne per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 4 airlines have flights to the Brisbane airport from Melbourne. It is only a 12.3 km journey from Brisbane (BNE) to Brisbane’s city centre.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne to Brisbane round-trip?

    Currently priced at $187, Jetstar will fly you from Melbourne to Brisbane and back. In addition to Jetstar, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $252 and $351, respectively. You may be able to fly from Melbourne to Brisbane for 36% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne to Brisbane one-way?

    $117 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Jetstar. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways, with prices starting from $122 and $294, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne to Brisbane?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Melbourne to Brisbane are Air Niugini (98%), Air Canada (86%) and China Southern (85%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Brisbane?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,358 for a flight from Melbourne to Brisbane. The cheapest flight overall is $120 while the most popular route, (Melbourne - Brisbane) is currently priced at $179.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Brisbane that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to Brisbane flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Brisbane?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to Brisbane.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Brisbane?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Brisbane by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne to Brisbane?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Brisbane (average of $160). Flying from Melbourne to Brisbane in September is currently the most expensive (average of $208). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Melbourne to Brisbane

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JetstarCheapest$130Average$281FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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RexCheapest$169Average$337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$190Average$349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$207Average$616FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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