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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Hervey Bay from $130

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 27/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — HVB
27 Jan — 3 Feb1
1 adult

The best prices from Melbourne to Hervey Bay are usually found in February or March, booked 40 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Hervey Bay

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) to Hervey Bay (HVB). 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 22 January 2025.

Round-trip from

$293

One-way from

$130

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$458
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 20/3-25/3
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 05m total
  • Melbourne to Hervey Bay
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 27/2
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 25m total
  • Melbourne to Hervey Bay
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($35 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($19 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Hervey Bay
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Hervey Bay. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 January 2025.

Thu 20/313:20MEL - HVB
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Tue 25/312:55HVB - MEL
Nonstop2h 40mJetstar
Deal found 21/1$293
Mon 3/213:00MEL - HVB
1 stop25h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/215:25HVB - MEL
Nonstop2h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/1$386
Thu 6/306:00MEL - HVB
1 stop4h 10mQantas Airways
Sat 8/309:35HVB - MEL
2 stops7h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 20/1$704
Fri 21/218:55MEL - HVB
2 stops15h 35mAir New Zealand
Sat 22/213:45HVB - MEL
2 stops41h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 21/1$1,579

Find flights from Melbourne to Hervey Bay within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Hervey Bay 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 22 January 2025.

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MelbourneHervey Bay

MEL - HVB

MELHVB

Melbourne

Thu 20/3

13:20-14:45

Nonstop2h 25m

Hervey Bay

Tue 25/3

12:55-16:35

Nonstop2h 40m

$293

MelbourneHervey Bay

MEL - HVB

MELHVB

Melbourne

Mon 3/2

13:00-13:30

1 stop25h 30m

Hervey Bay

Thu 6/2

15:25-19:05

Nonstop2h 40m

$386

MelbourneHervey Bay

MEL - HVB

MELHVB

Melbourne

Wed 29/1

09:20-16:10

1 stop7h 50m

Hervey Bay

Sat 1/2

09:35-17:40

1 stop7h 05m

$576

MelbourneHervey Bay

MEL - HVB

MELHVB

Melbourne

Fri 21/2

18:55-09:30

2 stops15h 35m

Hervey Bay

Sat 22/2

13:45-08:05

2 stops41h 20m

$1,579

MelbourneHervey Bay

MEL - HVB

MELHVB

Melbourne

Tue 11/3

10:50-12:15

Nonstop2h 25m

$179

MelbourneHervey Bay

MEL - HVB

MELHVB

Melbourne

Tue 11/3

09:00-13:20

2 stops5h 20m

$410

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Deals found on 21/1

Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Hervey Bay

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Travel insights for flights from Melbourne to Hervey Bay

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Hervey Bay. Price data was last updated on 17 January 2025.

Booking 40 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Melbourne to Hervey Bay. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Hervey Bay (average of $153). Flying from Melbourne to Hervey Bay in October is currently the most expensive (average of $282). 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 HVB?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Hervey Bay. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 22 January 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Melbourne to Hervey Bay at midday. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 28% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne to Hervey Bay?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Hervey Bay. Price data was last updated on 9 June 2024.

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

Rainfall in Hervey Bay by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Hervey Bay ranges from 52.0 - 171.0 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 171.0 mm. September is typically the driest time to visit Hervey Bay when rainfall is around 52.0 mm.

Temperature in Hervey Bay by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Hervey Bay, 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 17.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Hervey Bay

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Hervey Bay. 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 Hervey Bay. Reviews last updated 22 January 2025.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
824 reviews
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Entertainment

7.2

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was delayed as usual and just an E190 which is junk.

Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
824 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
824 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was delayed as usual and just an E190 which is junk.

Jetstar
6.6
Okay
469 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
824 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was delayed as usual and just an E190 which is junk.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Hervey Bay. 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 Hervey Bay from Melbourne?

    For a flight from Melbourne to Hervey Bay, you will be flying into Hervey Bay. Hervey Bay (HVB) is just 12.5 km from the centre vof the city. Hervey Bay is the only Hervey Bay airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Melbourne per day. 2 airlines have flights to Hervey Bay from Melbourne on a regular basis.

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

    Flying on Jetstar is currently your cheapest option to Hervey Bay, with prices starting at $293. Another option worth looking into is Qantas Airways, starting at $704 round trip. Jetstar is 38% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Hervey Bay?

    The cheapest flight price from Melbourne to Hervey Bay is $109. On average you can expect to pay $254. The most popular route, (Melbourne - Hervey Bay), can usually be booked for $240.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Melbourne to Hervey Bay?

    The most popular stopover on flights from Melbourne to Hervey Bay is Sydney.

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

    The majority of Sydney visitors spend their time at Sydney Opera House, Sea Life Sydney Aquarium, and The Rocks Markets. Sydney Opera House, Sea Life Sydney Aquarium, and The Rocks Markets can be accessed by travelling approximately 9.9 km, 8.1 km, and 9.6 km, respectively from Sydney Kingsford Smith. Travellers can rent a car at Sydney Kingsford Smith for an average daily rate of $58 to make sightseeing during their stopover a little easier.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Melbourne to Hervey Bay flights?

    Flights departing from Melbourne and landing in Hervey Bay stopover in Brisbane least frequently.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Hervey Bay?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Hervey Bay 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 Hervey Bay?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Hervey Bay (average of $153). Flying from Melbourne to Hervey Bay in October is currently the most expensive (average of $282). 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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JetstarCheapest$283Average$462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$718Average$843FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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