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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Hervey Bay from $143

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 11/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — HVB
24 Dec — 31 Dec1
1 adult

The best prices from Melbourne to Hervey Bay are usually found in November or February, booked 81 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 19 December 2024.

Round-trip from

$319

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$583
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 22/1-1/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 11h 10m total
  • Melbourne to Hervey Bay
High demand for flights, 2% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 1% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in December 2024

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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 19 December 2024.

Tue 31/1206:00MEL - HVB
1 stop4h 10mQantas Airways
Wed 8/109:35HVB - MEL
1 stop6h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/12$586
Wed 25/1208:45MEL - HVB
1 stop5h 45mJetstar
Thu 9/114:15HVB - MEL
1 stop7h 10mJetstar
Deal found 17/12$602
Tue 31/1206:00MEL - HVB
1 stop4h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/114:15HVB - MEL
1 stop4h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12$616
Sat 28/1218:25MEL - HVB
2 stops19h 55mAir New Zealand
Tue 7/113:45HVB - MEL
2 stops17h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 17/12$2,611

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 19 December 2024.

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MelbourneHervey Bay

MEL - HVB

MELHVB

Melbourne

Tue 18/2

10:50-12:15

Nonstop2h 25m

Hervey Bay

Tue 25/2

14:15-22:25

1 stop7h 10m

$324

MelbourneHervey Bay

MEL - HVB

MELHVB

Melbourne

Sat 25/1

13:20-14:45

Nonstop2h 25m

Hervey Bay

Mon 27/1

16:35-00:15

1 stop6h 40m

$421

MelbourneHervey Bay

MEL - HVB

MELHVB

Melbourne

Sat 11/1

08:35-14:25

1 stop6h 50m

Hervey Bay

Mon 13/1

13:45-23:40

1 stop8h 55m

$586

MelbourneHervey Bay

MEL - HVB

MELHVB

Melbourne

Tue 11/3

10:50-12:15

Nonstop2h 25m

$143

MelbourneHervey Bay

MEL - HVB

MELHVB

Melbourne

Mon 10/3

21:20-13:30

2 stops17h 10m

$330

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 17/12

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 13 December 2024.

Booking 81 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 19 December 2024.

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 17% 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 Thursday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings 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 19 December 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Jetstar and Qantas Airways from Melbourne to Hervey Bay. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
7.5
Good
809 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.0

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.5
Good
809 reviews
7.5
Good
809 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.0

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

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

6.6
Okay
484 reviews
7.5
Good
809 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.0

Overall

7.5

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 $319. Another option worth looking into is Qantas Airways, starting at $586 round trip. Jetstar is 34% 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 $139. On average you can expect to pay $302. The most popular route, (Melbourne - Hervey Bay), can usually be booked for $244.

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

  • 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 Pyrmont Bridge. Sydney Opera House, Sea Life Sydney Aquarium, and Pyrmont Bridge can be accessed by travelling approximately 9.9 km, 8.1 km, and 8.0 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?

  • 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$292Average$467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$663Average$836FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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