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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Brisbane from $95

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 15/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — BNE
19 Nov — 26 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Brisbane are usually found in May or February, booked 47 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap 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 20 October 2025.

Round-trip from

$188

One-way from

$95

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$303
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 21/11-26/11
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 40m total
  • Melbourne to Brisbane
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 15/11
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 15m total
  • Melbourne to Brisbane
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($44 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($13 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 20 October 2025.

Fri 21/1116:25AVV - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Wed 26/1112:25BNE - AVV
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 18/10$188
Fri 28/1116:25AVV - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Sat 29/1112:25BNE - AVV
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 20/10$189
Tue 2/1206:05MEL - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Tue 9/1214:00BNE - MEL
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 18/10$194
Fri 28/1122:00MEL - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Sun 30/1106:00BNE - MEL
Nonstop2h 20mJetstar
Deal found 18/10$199
Tue 18/1116:25AVV - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Mon 24/1112:25BNE - AVV
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 19/10$200
Wed 19/1116:25AVV - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Tue 25/1112:25BNE - AVV
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 18/10$202
Thu 27/1116:25AVV - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Sat 29/1112:25BNE - AVV
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 19/10$203
Wed 26/1106:05MEL - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Wed 26/1120:50BNE - MEL
Nonstop2h 20mJetstar
Deal found 19/10$205
Tue 18/1116:25AVV - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Sat 22/1112:25BNE - AVV
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 19/10$206
Thu 27/1122:00MEL - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Sun 30/1106:00BNE - MEL
Nonstop2h 20mJetstar
Deal found 20/10$208
Fri 28/1122:00MEL - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Sat 29/1120:20BNE - MEL
Nonstop2h 20mJetstar
Deal found 20/10$211
Sat 15/1116:25AVV - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Sat 22/1112:25BNE - AVV
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 18/10$211

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Price

MelbourneBrisbane

AVV - BNE

AVVBNE

Melbourne Avalon

Fri 21/11

16:25-17:40

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

Wed 26/11

12:25-15:50

Nonstop2h 25m

$188

MelbourneBrisbane

AVV - BNE

AVVBNE

Melbourne Avalon

Fri 28/11

16:25-17:40

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

Sat 29/11

12:25-15:50

Nonstop2h 25m

$189

MelbourneBrisbane

AVV - BNE

AVVBNE

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 18/11

16:25-17:40

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

Mon 24/11

12:25-15:50

Nonstop2h 25m

$200

MelbourneBrisbane

AVV - BNE

AVVBNE

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 18/11

16:25-17:40

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

Sat 22/11

12:25-15:50

Nonstop2h 25m

$206

MelbourneBrisbane

AVV - BNE

AVVBNE

Melbourne Avalon

Sat 15/11

16:25-17:40

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

Sat 22/11

12:25-15:50

Nonstop2h 25m

$211

MelbourneBrisbane

MEL - BNE

MELBNE

Melbourne

Thu 11/12

21:55-23:05

Nonstop2h 10m

Brisbane

Tue 16/12

20:50-00:10

Nonstop2h 20m

$215

MelbourneBrisbane

AVV - BNE

AVVBNE

Melbourne Avalon

Mon 2/2

16:25-17:40

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

Wed 4/2

12:25-15:50

Nonstop2h 25m

$217

MelbourneBrisbane

MEL - BNE

MELBNE

Melbourne

Sun 23/11

06:05-07:20

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

Sun 30/11

06:00-09:20

Nonstop2h 20m

$219

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

$219

MelbourneBrisbane

AVV - BNE

AVVBNE

Melbourne Avalon

Fri 21/11

16:25-17:40

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

Mon 24/11

12:25-15:50

Nonstop2h 25m

$223

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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 17 October 2025.

The best time to book flights from Melbourne to Brisbane is 47 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 $71). Flying from Melbourne to Brisbane in December 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 20 October 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 35% 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 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne to Brisbane flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings 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 20 October 2025.

The most flights from ME1 to BNE are scheduled on a Friday (125 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (86 on average).

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 20 October 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
421 reviews
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Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.6

Food

6.4

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
421 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
421 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.6

Food

6.4

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
922 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
421 reviews
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Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.6

Food

6.4

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
6.5
Okay
476 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
421 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.6

Food

6.4

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 101 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 $126, 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 $188 and $209, respectively. You may be able to fly from Melbourne to Brisbane for 55% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • 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 (92%), China Southern (90%) and LATAM Airlines (89%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Brisbane?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,588 for a flight from Melbourne to Brisbane. The cheapest flight overall is $97 while the most popular route, (Melbourne - Brisbane) is currently priced at $199.

  • 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 Australia Square. Sydney Opera House, The Rocks Markets, and Australia Square can be visited by traveling about 9.9 km, 9.6 km, and 8.8 km respectively from Sydney Kingsford Smith. Travellers can rent a car at Sydney Kingsford Smith for an average daily rate of $61 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 $71). Flying from Melbourne to Brisbane in December 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$126Average$252FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$188Average$353FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$209Average$525FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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