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Cheap flights from Rockhampton to Melbourne Airport from $460

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ROK — MEL
22 Jan — 29 Jan1
1 adult

The best prices from Rockhampton to Melbourne are usually found in January or February, booked 88 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Rockhampton to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Rockhampton (ROK) to Melbourne (MEL). 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

$460

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$502
Virgin Australia
  • Virgin Australia
  • 5/3-12/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 11h 15m total
  • Rockhampton to Melbourne
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Cheapest flights from Rockhampton to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Rockhampton to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 January 2025.

Wed 5/314:50ROK - MEL
1 stop6h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/315:10MEL - ROK
1 stop4h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1$460
Tue 4/314:50ROK - MEL
1 stop4h 25mVirgin Australia
Thu 13/309:10MEL - ROK
1 stop4h 05mVirgin Australia
Deal found 16/1$465
Wed 5/313:15ROK - MEL
2 stops6h 05mQantas Airways
Wed 12/315:20MEL - ROK
1 stop5h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 16/1$715

Find flights from Rockhampton to Melbourne within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Rockhampton to Melbourne 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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RockhamptonMelbourne

ROK - MEL

ROKMEL

Rockhampton

Wed 5/3

14:50-22:10

1 stop6h 20m

Melbourne

Wed 12/3

15:10-19:05

1 stop4h 55m

$460

RockhamptonMelbourne

ROK - MEL

ROKMEL

Rockhampton

Tue 4/3

14:50-20:15

1 stop4h 25m

Melbourne

Thu 13/3

09:10-12:15

1 stop4h 05m

$465

RockhamptonMelbourne

ROK - MEL

ROKMEL

Rockhampton

Wed 5/3

13:15-20:20

2 stops6h 05m

Melbourne

Wed 12/3

15:20-19:20

1 stop5h 00m

$715

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Deals found on 16/1

Best time to book a flight from Rockhampton to Melbourne

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Travel insights for flights from Rockhampton to Melbourne

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Rockhampton to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 10 January 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Rockhampton to Melbourne Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 88 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rockhampton to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from Rockhampton to Melbourne Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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 ROK to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Rockhampton to Melbourne. 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 in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 40% on flights from Rockhampton to Melbourne Airport by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

Rainfall in Melbourne by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne Airport ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne Airport when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Melbourne by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne Airport, 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 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 8.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated 17 January 2025.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
821 reviews
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Boarding

7.6

Food

6.9

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Complete scam of an airline. They have reduced the space that one gets when buying a seat to the point that it's absurdly uncomfortable. Qantas is a much better airline.

Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
821 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
821 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.6

Food

6.9

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Complete scam of an airline. They have reduced the space that one gets when buying a seat to the point that it's absurdly uncomfortable. Qantas is a much better airline.

Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
434 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
821 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.6

Food

6.9

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Complete scam of an airline. They have reduced the space that one gets when buying a seat to the point that it's absurdly uncomfortable. Qantas is a much better airline.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Rockhampton to Melbourne. 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 from for flights from Rockhampton to Melbourne?

    If you book a flight to Melbourne from Rockhampton, you will be flying from Rockhampton, which is the city’s only airport. Rockhampton (ROK) is located 3.1 km from the centre of Rockhampton. There are 0 flights from Rockhampton to Melbourne per day from 3 different airlines.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Rockhampton to Melbourne Airport is Virgin Australia. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $465 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Qantas Airways, starting at $715. Virgin Australia is 21% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Rockhampton to Melbourne 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 Rockhampton to Melbourne Airport?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rockhampton to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from Rockhampton to Melbourne Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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 3 airlines flying from Rockhampton to Melbourne

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Rockhampton to Melbourne. 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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BonzaCheapest$163Average$341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$472Average$591FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$503Average$739FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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