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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Brisbane from $93

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 30/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — BNE
9 Jul — 16 Jul1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Brisbane are usually found in May or February, booked 58 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Brisbane

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) 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 4 July 2025.

Round-trip from

$187

One-way from

$93

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$275

Good round-trip deal

$290 or less

Good one-way deal

$168 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 29/7-5/8
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 35m total
  • Melbourne to Brisbane
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 30/7
  • 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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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 4 July 2025.

Tue 29/706:10MEL - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Mon 4/821:15BNE - MEL
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 2/7$187

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

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Melbourne

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Brisbane

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Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneBrisbane

MEL - BNE

MELBNE

Melbourne

Tue 29/7

06:10-08:20

Nonstop2h 10m

Brisbane

Mon 4/8

21:15-23:40

Nonstop2h 25m

$187

MelbourneBrisbane

MEL - BNE

MELBNE

Melbourne

Sat 9/8

06:10-08:20

Nonstop2h 10m

Brisbane

Sun 17/8

10:05-18:05

1 stop8h 00m

$286

MelbourneBrisbane

MEL - BNE

MELBNE

Melbourne

Wed 30/7

18:25-20:30

Nonstop2h 05m

$93

MelbourneBrisbane

MEL - BNE

MELBNE

Melbourne

Thu 18/9

21:40-23:50

Nonstop2h 10m

$143

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Deals found on 2/7

Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Brisbane

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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?

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

The best time to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Brisbane is 58 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Brisbane (average of $160). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Brisbane in September is currently the most expensive (average of $208). 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 4 July 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 18% 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?

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne Airport 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 Airport 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 4 July 2025.

The most flights from MEL to BNE are scheduled on a Thursday (122 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (65 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 4 July 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Virgin Australia and Jetstar 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.
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
408 reviews
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Crew

8.2

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Overall

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
7.5
Good
408 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
408 reviews
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Crew

8.2

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Overall

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
6.5
Okay
455 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
408 reviews
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Crew

8.2

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Overall

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), located 12.3 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Melbourne to Brisbane. 4 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 94 inbound flights from Melbourne per day.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Melbourne Airport to Brisbane round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Melbourne Airport to Brisbane round-trip from $187. Jetstar is currently priced 33% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • 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 Alliance Airlines(100%), Air Niugini(95%) or American Airlines(95%), 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 $1,633 for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Brisbane. The cheapest flight overall is $104 while the most popular route, (Melbourne - Brisbane) is currently priced at $173.

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

    Melbourne Airport to Brisbane flights have a stopover in Sydney most of the time.

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

    Sydney Opera House, The Rocks Markets, and State Theatre 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, The Rocks Markets, or State Theatre can do so by traveling 9.9 km, 9.6 km, and 8.2 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 $48 per day.

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

    Melbourne Airport to Brisbane flights that have stopovers will least frequently stop in 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 Airport to Brisbane?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Brisbane (average of $160). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Brisbane in September is currently the most expensive (average of $208). 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 4 airlines flying from Melbourne to Brisbane

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Brisbane. 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 4 July 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$134Average$246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$185Average$349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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RexCheapest$193Average$305FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$201Average$413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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