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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Brisbane from $101

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 30/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — BNE
17 Jan — 24 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Brisbane are usually found in May or February, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

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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 18 December 2025.

Tue 23/1222:00MEL - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Tue 20/121:00BNE - MEL
Nonstop2h 20mJetstar
Deal found 16/12$263
Thu 18/1218:55MEL - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Sat 10/121:00BNE - MEL
Nonstop2h 20mJetstar
Deal found 17/12$272
Thu 25/1206:05MEL - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Tue 20/117:05BNE - MEL
Nonstop2h 20mJetstar
Deal found 16/12$296
Tue 23/1222:00MEL - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Tue 6/121:00BNE - MEL
Nonstop2h 20mJetstar
Deal found 16/12$301
Wed 24/1222:00MEL - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Thu 1/121:00BNE - MEL
Nonstop2h 20mJetstar
Deal found 17/12$310
Thu 25/1208:50MEL - BNE
1 stop5h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 20/116:00BNE - MEL
Nonstop2h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/12$313
Wed 24/1222:00MEL - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Mon 29/1220:50BNE - MEL
Nonstop2h 20mJetstar
Deal found 16/12$326
Tue 23/1206:30MEL - BNE
1 stop3h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 20/121:00BNE - MEL
Nonstop2h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/12$334
Wed 17/1221:05MEL - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Wed 24/1220:50BNE - MEL
Nonstop2h 20mJetstar
Deal found 16/12$336
Fri 26/1207:00MEL - BNE
1 stop9h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 30/121:00BNE - MEL
Nonstop2h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/12$337
Mon 22/1222:00MEL - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Wed 24/1220:50BNE - MEL
Nonstop2h 20mJetstar
Deal found 16/12$339
Thu 25/1216:25AVV - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Tue 20/112:25BNE - AVV
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 16/12$357

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Brisbane

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) 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 18 December 2025.

Round-trip from

$178

One-way from

$101

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December

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May

Average price

$352
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 29/1-5/2
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 30m total
  • Melbourne to Brisbane
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  • Jetstar
  • 30/1
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 15m total
  • Melbourne to Brisbane
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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 18 December 2025.
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MelbourneBrisbane

MEL - BNE

MELBNE

Melbourne

Thu 8/1

22:00-23:10

Nonstop2h 10m

Brisbane

Wed 21/1

17:05-20:25

Nonstop2h 20m

$184

MelbourneBrisbane

MEL - BNE

MELBNE

Melbourne

Wed 14/1

19:00-20:15

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

Sun 18/1

21:00-00:20

Nonstop2h 20m

$184

MelbourneBrisbane

MEL - BNE

MELBNE

Melbourne

Fri 16/1

22:00-23:10

Nonstop2h 10m

Brisbane

Mon 19/1

21:00-00:20

Nonstop2h 20m

$189

MelbourneBrisbane

AVV - BNE

AVVBNE

Melbourne Avalon

Thu 29/1

16:25-17:40

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

Mon 2/2

12:25-15:50

Nonstop2h 25m

$189

MelbourneBrisbane

AVV - BNE

AVVBNE

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 18/2

16:25-17:40

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

Sat 21/2

12:25-15:50

Nonstop2h 25m

$200

MelbourneBrisbane

MEL - BNE

MELBNE

Melbourne

Sun 11/1

22:00-23:10

Nonstop2h 10m

Brisbane

Wed 14/1

17:05-20:25

Nonstop2h 20m

$204

MelbourneBrisbane

MEL - BNE

MELBNE

Melbourne

Thu 15/1

06:05-07:20

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

Wed 21/1

06:00-09:20

Nonstop2h 20m

$204

MelbourneBrisbane

MEL - BNE

MELBNE

Melbourne

Thu 29/1

10:05-11:15

Nonstop2h 10m

Brisbane

Fri 6/2

16:00-19:20

Nonstop2h 20m

$204

MelbourneBrisbane

MEL - BNE

MELBNE

Melbourne

Fri 23/1

16:15-17:25

Nonstop2h 10m

Brisbane

Thu 29/1

16:00-19:20

Nonstop2h 20m

$204

MelbourneBrisbane

MEL - BNE

MELBNE

Melbourne

Wed 14/1

17:30-18:45

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

Wed 21/1

21:00-00:20

Nonstop2h 20m

$204

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Brisbane

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne 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 12 December 2025.

The best time to book flights from Melbourne to Brisbane is 60 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 to Brisbane?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Brisbane (average of $70). Flying from Melbourne to Brisbane in April is currently the most expensive (average of $100). 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 18 December 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 29% on flights from Melbourne to Brisbane by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Brisbane. Price data was last updated on 13 December 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne to Brisbane flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons 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 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 18 December 2025.

The most flights from ME1 to BNE are scheduled on a Wednesday (126 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (72 on average).

How often are flights from Melbourne to Brisbane delayed?

About 21% of weekly flights between Melbourne and Brisbane have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 95 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to Brisbane flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Wednesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Melbourne to Brisbane flights?

Over the past year, Aruba Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 6% of flights being delayed.

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 18 December 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways, andJetstar from Melbourne to Brisbane have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
428 reviews
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Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
428 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
428 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
947 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
428 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.
Jetstar
6.6
Okay
493 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
428 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.

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) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Melbourne to Brisbane. You should not have trouble finding flights to Brisbane from Melbourne; the airport handles an average of 95 inbound flights from Melbourne per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 3 airlines have flights to the Brisbane airport from Melbourne. It is only a 12.3 km journey from Brisbane (BNE) to Brisbane’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne to Brisbane?

    There are many flights that can get you from Melbourne to Brisbane in 2h 10m. Fly via Jetstar to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 1379 km. Most flights are nonstop.

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

    Currently priced at $93, Jetstar will fly you from Melbourne to Brisbane and back. In addition to Jetstar, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $157 and $201, respectively. You may be able to fly from Melbourne to Brisbane for 65% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    $83 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Jetstar. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways, with prices starting from $120 and $181, respectively.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Melbourne to Brisbane are Air Niugini (84%), American Airlines (83%) and United Airlines (80%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Brisbane?

    On average you can expect to pay $790 for a flight from Melbourne to Brisbane. The cheapest flight overall is $112 while the most popular route, (Melbourne - Brisbane) is currently priced at $187.

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

    Melbourne to Brisbane flights have a stopover in Sydney most often.

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

    If you're on a stopover in Sydney and looking for things to do, consider visiting Sydney Opera House, The Rocks Markets, or The Metro Theatre. Sydney Opera House, The Rocks Markets, and The Metro Theatre can be visited by traveling about 9.9 km, 9.6 km, and 7.6 km respectively from Sydney Kingsford Smith. Travellers can rent a car at Sydney Kingsford Smith for an average daily rate of $54 to make sightseeing during their stopover a little easier.

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

    The least popular stopover on flights from Melbourne to Brisbane is 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 to Brisbane?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Brisbane (average of $70). Flying from Melbourne to Brisbane in April is currently the most expensive (average of $100). 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$128Average$244FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$157Average$345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$274Average$514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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