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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Brisbane from $97

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 15/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — BNE
1 Feb — 8 Feb1
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 2 January 2026.

Wed 31/1213:25MEL - BNE
1 stop4h 15mVirgin Australia
Wed 31/1218:55BNE - MEL
Nonstop2h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 30/12$493
Wed 31/1221:05MEL - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Fri 2/121:00BNE - MEL
Nonstop2h 20mJetstar
Deal found 30/12$521
Wed 31/1220:30MEL - BNE
1 stop15h 00mVirgin Australia
Fri 2/108:05BNE - MEL
1 stop4h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 30/12$538
Wed 31/1215:50MEL - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mQantas Airways
Wed 31/1218:25BNE - MEL
Nonstop2h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 30/12$557
Wed 31/1216:25AVV - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Wed 31/1219:35BNE - AVV
1 stop11h 00mJetstar
Deal found 30/12$774
Wed 31/1221:00MEL - BNE
1 stop10h 35mQantas Airways
Thu 1/120:25BNE - MEL
Nonstop2h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 31/12$825
Wed 31/1221:05MEL - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Thu 1/116:00BNE - MEL
Nonstop2h 20mJetstar
Deal found 31/12$843
Wed 31/1220:55AVV - BNE
1 stop10h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 2/112:25BNE - AVV
Nonstop2h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/12$851
Wed 31/1221:00MEL - BNE
1 stop10h 35mMultiple Airlines
Fri 2/115:50BNE - MEL
Nonstop2h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/12$854
Wed 31/1221:00MEL - BNE
1 stop10h 35mQantas Airways
Fri 2/114:10BNE - MEL
1 stop4h 35mQantas Airways
Deal found 31/12$971
Wed 31/1214:50MEL - BNE
1 stop4h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 31/1219:20BNE - MEL
1 stop11h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/12$1,215

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 2 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$187

One-way from

$97

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$234
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 31/1-7/2
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 40m total
  • Melbourne to Brisbane
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 13/1
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 10m total
  • Melbourne to Brisbane
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average return price).
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MelbourneBrisbane

AVV - BNE

AVVBNE

Melbourne Avalon

Thu 22/1

16:25-17:40

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

Sat 31/1

12:25-15:50

Nonstop2h 25m

$187

MelbourneBrisbane

AVV - BNE

AVVBNE

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 1/2

16:25-17:40

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

Sun 8/2

12:25-15:50

Nonstop2h 25m

$187

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

Thu 29/1

16:25-17:40

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

Thu 5/2

12:25-15:50

Nonstop2h 25m

$189

MelbourneBrisbane

AVV - BNE

AVVBNE

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 25/1

16:25-17:40

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

Wed 28/1

12:25-15:50

Nonstop2h 25m

$189

MelbourneBrisbane

AVV - BNE

AVVBNE

Melbourne Avalon

Fri 23/1

16:25-17:40

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

Thu 29/1

12:25-15:50

Nonstop2h 25m

$189

MelbourneBrisbane

AVV - BNE

AVVBNE

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 28/1

16:25-17:40

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

Wed 4/2

12:25-15:50

Nonstop2h 25m

$189

MelbourneBrisbane

AVV - BNE

AVVBNE

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 4/2

16:25-17:40

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

Wed 11/2

12:25-15:50

Nonstop2h 25m

$190

MelbourneBrisbane

AVV - BNE

AVVBNE

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 27/1

16:25-17:40

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

Sun 1/2

12:25-15:50

Nonstop2h 25m

$190

MelbourneBrisbane

AVV - BNE

AVVBNE

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 27/1

16:25-17:40

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

Sat 31/1

12:25-15:50

Nonstop2h 25m

$190

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Brisbane

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Brisbane from Melbourne with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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 26 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 $69). Flying from Melbourne to Brisbane in April is currently the most expensive (average of $99). 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 2 January 2026.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 31% 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 27 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. Wednesday 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 2 January 2026.

The most flights from ME1 to BNE are scheduled on a Friday (124 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (71 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne to Brisbane?

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 2 January 2026.
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
432 reviews
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Entertainment

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Leanne,Dec 2025

MEL - LST

The crew were very welcoming and the landing was excellent
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
432 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
432 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Leanne,Dec 2025

MEL - LST

The crew were very welcoming and the landing was excellent
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
961 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
432 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Leanne,Dec 2025

MEL - LST

The crew were very welcoming and the landing was excellent
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
496 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
432 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Leanne,Dec 2025

MEL - LST

The crew were very welcoming and the landing was excellent

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 94 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 15m. Fly via Jetstar to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 1431 km. Most flights are nonstop.

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

    Currently priced at $92, 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 $155 and $198, 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?

    $82 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 $119 and $179, 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 Canada (90%), American Airlines (88%) and Air Niugini (80%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Brisbane?

    On average you can expect to pay $580 for a flight from Melbourne to Brisbane. The cheapest flight overall is $102 while the most popular route, (Melbourne - Brisbane) is currently priced at $186.

  • 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 Metro Theatre, or The Rocks Markets. Sydney Opera House, The Metro Theatre, and The Rocks Markets can be visited by traveling about 9.9 km, 7.6 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 $70 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 $69). Flying from Melbourne to Brisbane in April is currently the most expensive (average of $99). 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$127Average$241FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$156Average$341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$270Average$510FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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