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$64+ Cheap flights from Brisbane (BNE) to Melbourne (MEL)

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 8/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BNE — MEL
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Brisbane to Melbourne are usually found in May or February, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Friday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Brisbane to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Brisbane (BNE) 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 July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$128
(Jetstar)

One-way from

$64
(Jetstar)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$170

Good round-trip deal

$227 or less

Good one-way deal

$119 or less
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Brisbane to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 3, 2025.

This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Jetstar is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/79:15 pmBNE - MEL
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Sun 8/106:10 amMEL - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Deal found 7/2$128
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/317:05 amBNE - MEL
1 stop4h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/76:10 amMEL - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/3$196
This Virgin Australia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Virgin Australia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/315:55 pmBNE - MEL
Nonstop2h 25mVirgin Australia
Thu 9/44:10 pmMEL - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 7/2$212

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Brisbane to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.

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Brisbane

Fly to

Melbourne

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BrisbaneMelbourne

BNE - MEL

BNEMEL

Brisbane

Thu 8/7

9:15 pm-11:40 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

Melbourne

Sun 8/10

6:10 am-8:20 am

Nonstop2h 10m

$128

BrisbaneMelbourne

BNE - MEL

BNEMEL

Brisbane

Thu 7/31

7:05 am-11:05 am

1 stop4h 00m

Melbourne

Thu 8/7

6:10 am-8:20 am

Nonstop2h 10m

$196

BrisbaneMelbourne

BNE - MEL

BNEMEL

Brisbane

Sun 8/31

5:55 pm-8:20 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

Melbourne

Thu 9/4

4:10 pm-6:20 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

$212

BrisbaneMelbourne

BNE - MEL

BNEMEL

Brisbane

Mon 8/4

6:30 am-8:55 am

Nonstop2h 25m

$64

BrisbaneMelbourne

BNE - MEL

BNEMEL

Brisbane

Thu 12/11

6:55 pm-10:15 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

$113

BrisbaneMelbourne

BNE - MEL

BNEMEL

Brisbane

Tue 8/19

8:00 am-10:30 am

Nonstop2h 30m

$135

BrisbaneMelbourne

BNE - MEL

BNEMEL

Brisbane

Sat 9/20

7:40 pm-9:05 am

1 stop13h 25m

$387

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Deals found on 7/3

Best time to book a flight from Brisbane to Melbourne

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Brisbane to Melbourne Airport

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Brisbane to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Brisbane to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,071). Flying from Brisbane to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,774). 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 BNE to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Brisbane 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 July 3, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Brisbane to Melbourne Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 21% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Brisbane to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on June 29, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Brisbane to Melbourne Airport flight should consider departing on Friday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Brisbane to Melbourne Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Brisbane to Melbourne. 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 July 3, 2025.

The most flights from BNE to MEL are scheduled on a Thursday (126 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (60 on average).

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 July 3, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, and Virgin Australia from Brisbane to Melbourne Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
486 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

AKL - SFO

It was a United plane, the seating was too tight.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
486 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
486 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

AKL - SFO

It was a United plane, the seating was too tight.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
868 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
486 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

AKL - SFO

It was a United plane, the seating was too tight.
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
408 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
486 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

AKL - SFO

It was a United plane, the seating was too tight.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
455 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
486 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

AKL - SFO

It was a United plane, the seating was too tight.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Brisbane 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 Brisbane to Melbourne?

    For a flight from Brisbane to Melbourne, you will be flying from Brisbane. Brisbane (BNE) is just 7.7 mi from the center of the city. Brisbane is the only Brisbane airport and it handles 84 outbound flights to Melbourne per day. 3 airlines have flights to Melbourne from Brisbane on a regular basis.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Brisbane to Melbourne Airport round-trip from $128. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Virgin Australia. Jetstar is currently priced 31% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Brisbane to Melbourne Airport are Jetstar ($64), Virgin Australia ($120), and Qantas Airways ($135).

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Brisbane to Melbourne Airport are Alliance Airlines (100%), American Airlines (93%) and Cathay Pacific (93%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Brisbane to Melbourne Airport is $60. On average you can expect to pay $206. The most popular route, (Brisbane - Melbourne), can usually be booked for $108.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Brisbane to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,071). Flying from Brisbane to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,774). 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 Brisbane to Melbourne

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Brisbane 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$95Average$163FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$163Average$239FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$202Average$362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%

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