Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Brisbane from $109

MEL — BNE
9 Dec — 16 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Brisbane are usually found in January or May, booked 68 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Brisbane

Thu 10/1218:55 -
Nonstop2h 15m
Wed 16/1220:50 -
Nonstop2h 20m
Deal found 4/11$218
Thu 10/1206:05 -
Nonstop2h 15m
Sun 13/1220:50 -
Nonstop2h 20m
Deal found 4/11$220
Wed 9/1206:05 -
Nonstop2h 15m
Sat 9/120:50 -
Nonstop2h 20m
Deal found 5/11$224
Thu 17/1218:55 -
Nonstop2h 15m
Thu 14/120:50 -
Nonstop2h 20m
Deal found 7/11$229
Wed 2/1206:05 -
Nonstop2h 15m
Wed 9/1206:00 -
Nonstop2h 20m
Deal found 4/11$233
Fri 11/1222:05 -
Nonstop2h 10m
Sun 13/1220:50 -
Nonstop2h 20m
Deal found 5/11$245

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Brisbane

Round-trip from

$208

One-way from

$109

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$287

Good round-trip deal

$290 or less

Good one-way deal

$187 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 22/1-31/1
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 30m total
  • Melbourne to Brisbane
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 14/1-31/12
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 15m total
  • Melbourne to Brisbane
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($41 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Melbourne to Brisbane.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Melbourne to Brisbane.

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MelbourneBrisbane

MEL Melbourne - BNE Brisbane

MELBNE

Melbourne

Tue 2/2

16:15-17:30

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$109

MelbourneBrisbane

MEL Melbourne - BNE Brisbane

MELBNE

Melbourne

Fri 5/3

06:05-07:20

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$122

MelbourneBrisbane

MEL Melbourne - BNE Brisbane

MELBNE

Melbourne

Thu 17/12

06:05-07:20

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$124
Fastest return journey

MelbourneBrisbane

MEL Melbourne - BNE Brisbane

MELBNE

Melbourne

Sat 27/3

21:30-22:40

Nonstop2h 10m

Brisbane

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$147

MelbourneBrisbane

MEL Melbourne - BNE Brisbane

MELBNE

Melbourne

Mon 4/1

21:55-23:05

Nonstop2h 10m

Brisbane

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$160

MelbourneBrisbane

MEL Melbourne - BNE Brisbane

MELBNE

Melbourne

Wed 30/12

22:05-23:15

Nonstop2h 10m

Brisbane

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$163

MelbourneBrisbane

MEL Melbourne - BNE Brisbane

MELBNE

Melbourne

Thu 14/1

06:30-17:15

1 stop11h 45m

Brisbane

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$175

MelbourneBrisbane

MEL Melbourne - BNE Brisbane

MELBNE

Melbourne

Mon 21/12

21:30-22:40

Nonstop2h 10m

Brisbane

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$178

MelbourneBrisbane

MEL Melbourne - BNE Brisbane

MELBNE

Melbourne

Sun 22/11

06:05-07:20

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$189

MelbourneBrisbane

MEL Melbourne - BNE Brisbane

MELBNE

Melbourne

Fri 8/1

17:45-20:30

1 stop3h 45m

Brisbane

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$192

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Brisbane

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

The best time to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Brisbane is 67 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 Airport to Brisbane?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Brisbane (average of $224). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Brisbane in September is currently the most expensive (average of $328). 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?

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 23% on flights from Melbourne Airport to Brisbane by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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

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

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

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Melbourne Airport to Brisbane flights typically cost between $221 and $373 in January.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $208 on Jetstar (22 Jan–31 Jan).

Reviews of airlines servicing Brisbane

Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Virgin Australia,Qantas Airways, andJetstar from Melbourne Airport to Brisbane. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now

Related info for your journey

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Brisbane from Melbourne?

    Brisbane (BNE), located 12.3 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Melbourne to Brisbane. 3 airlines have flights to Brisbane from Melbourne on a regular basis. Booking flights from Melbourne to Brisbane should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 108 inbound flights from Melbourne per day.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Brisbane?

    There are many flights that can get you from Melbourne Airport to Brisbane in 2h 10m. Fly via Jetstar or Virgin Australia to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 1379 km. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Melbourne Airport to Brisbane round-trip from $109. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Virgin Australia, from $160, and Qantas Airways, from $183. Jetstar is currently priced 60% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Jetstar. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $91. Users have also found prices from $140 and $157 on Virgin Australia and IndiGo, respectively.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Melbourne Airport to Brisbane consider choosing Japan Airlines(96%), SriLankan Airlines(96%) or Fiji Airways(90%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $546 for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Brisbane. The cheapest flight overall is $135 while the most popular route, (Melbourne - Brisbane) is currently priced at $198.

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

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

    Sydney Opera House, Capitol Theatre, and Sydney Chinatown are the most popular attractions in Sydney if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Those on a stopover in Sydney interested in visiting Sydney Opera House, Capitol Theatre, or Sydney Chinatown can do so by traveling 9.9 km, 7.3 km, and 7.2 km, respectively from Sydney Kingsford Smith. Those landing in Sydney looking to spend some time exploring during their stopover can hire a car for about $58 per day.

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

  • 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 Airport to Brisbane?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Brisbane (average of $224). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Brisbane in September is currently the most expensive (average of $328). 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 Melbourne to Brisbane

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$109Average$241FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$160Average$361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$188Average$421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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