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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Brisbane from $106

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 8/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — BNE
22 Jan — 29 Jan1
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 (MEL) 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 17 January 2025.

Round-trip from

$188

One-way from

$106

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$266
Jetstar
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  • 30/1-5/2
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 35m total
  • Melbourne to Brisbane
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 8/2
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 15m total
  • Melbourne to Brisbane
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High demand for flights, 8% potential price rise
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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 17 January 2025.

Thu 30/106:10MEL - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Mon 3/220:55BNE - MEL
Nonstop2h 20mJetstar
Deal found 16/1$188
Mon 1/906:50MEL - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mVirgin Australia
Mon 8/918:55BNE - MEL
Nonstop2h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 16/1$238
Wed 5/217:00MEL - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 14/205:35BNE - MEL
1 stop4h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1$264
Thu 30/108:35MEL - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mQantas Airways
Mon 3/216:25BNE - MEL
Nonstop2h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/1$377

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 17 January 2025.

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MelbourneBrisbane

MEL - BNE

MELBNE

Melbourne

Thu 30/1

07:05-08:20

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

Wed 5/2

18:50-22:10

Nonstop2h 20m

$188

MelbourneBrisbane

MEL - BNE

MELBNE

Melbourne

Fri 28/2

09:10-10:20

Nonstop2h 10m

Brisbane

Sun 2/3

06:30-09:50

Nonstop2h 20m

$245

MelbourneBrisbane

MEL - BNE

MELBNE

Melbourne

Mon 17/3

09:40-10:50

Nonstop2h 10m

Brisbane

Fri 21/3

15:55-19:15

Nonstop2h 20m

$249

MelbourneBrisbane

MEL - BNE

MELBNE

Melbourne

Thu 30/1

18:25-19:40

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

Mon 3/2

10:30-13:50

Nonstop2h 20m

$377

MelbourneBrisbane

MEL - BNE

MELBNE

Melbourne

Sat 8/2

18:50-20:05

Nonstop2h 15m

$106

MelbourneBrisbane

MEL - BNE

MELBNE

Melbourne

Fri 14/2

06:10-07:20

Nonstop2h 10m

$121

MelbourneBrisbane

MEL - BNE

MELBNE

Melbourne

Mon 27/1

06:45-08:00

Nonstop2h 15m

$175

MelbourneBrisbane

MEL - BNE

MELBNE

Melbourne

Mon 24/2

21:50-06:50

2 stops34h 00m

$251

MelbourneBrisbane

MEL - BNE

MELBNE

Melbourne

Fri 24/1

14:40-17:45

1 stop4h 05m

$761

MelbourneBrisbane

MEL - BNE

MELBNE

Melbourne

Sun 16/3

01:30-22:10

1 stop21h 40m

$771

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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 Airport 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 10 January 2025.

The best time to book flights from Melbourne Airport 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 Airport to Brisbane?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Brisbane (average of $160). Flying from Melbourne Airport 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 17 January 2025.

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

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne Airport 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 Airport 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 Airport 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 17 January 2025.

The most flights from MEL to BNE are scheduled on a Thursday (129 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (78 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 17 January 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne to Brisbane, such as Virgin Australia, Jetstar and Qantas Airways. 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
485 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
821 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
434 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Jetstar
6.6
Okay
467 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

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), located 12.3 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Melbourne to Brisbane. 4 airlines have flights to Brisbane from Melbourne on a regular basis. Booking flights from Melbourne to Brisbane should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 107 inbound flights from Melbourne per day.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Melbourne Airport to Brisbane round-trip from $188. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Virgin Australia, from $249, and Qantas Airways, from $377. Jetstar is currently priced 36% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Jetstar. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $106. Users have also found prices from $121 and $175 on Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways, respectively.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Melbourne Airport to Brisbane consider choosing Air Niugini(93%), LATAM Airlines(87%) or Air Canada(82%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to Brisbane?

    On average you can expect to pay $939 for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Brisbane. The cheapest flight overall is $115 while the most popular route, (Melbourne - Brisbane) is currently priced at $142.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Melbourne Airport to Brisbane?

    Melbourne Airport to Brisbane flights have a stopover in Sydney most of the time.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Sydney?

    Sydney Opera House, Sea Life Sydney Aquarium, and The Rocks Markets are the most popular attractions in Sydney if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Those on a stopover in Sydney interested in visiting Sydney Opera House, Sea Life Sydney Aquarium, or The Rocks Markets can do so by traveling 9.9 km, 8.1 km, and 9.6 km, respectively from Sydney Kingsford Smith. Those landing in Sydney looking to spend some time exploring during their stopover can hire a car for about $65 per day.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Melbourne Airport to Brisbane flights?

    Melbourne Airport to Brisbane flights that have stopovers will least frequently stop in Canberra.

  • 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 Airport to Brisbane?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Brisbane (average of $160). Flying from Melbourne Airport 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

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Brisbane. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 17 January 2025.
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JetstarCheapest$145Average$263FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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RexCheapest$179Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$192Average$367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$211Average$448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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