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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Brisbane from $89

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 18/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — BNE
2 Jul — 9 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 (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 27 June 2025.

Round-trip from

$165

One-way from

$89

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$268
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 15/8-18/8
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 35m total
  • Melbourne to Brisbane
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 18/7
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 10m total
  • Melbourne to Brisbane
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($38 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Brisbane

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 27 June 2025.

Fri 15/820:40AVV - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Mon 18/817:40BNE - AVV
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 26/6$165
Sat 2/806:10MEL - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Tue 5/821:15BNE - MEL
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 26/6$187
Thu 13/1122:50MEL - BNE
Nonstop2h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 18/1106:00BNE - MEL
Nonstop2h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/6$219
Sat 9/808:10MEL - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mVirgin Australia
Sat 16/806:55BNE - MEL
Nonstop2h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 25/6$268
Tue 22/710:35AVV - BNE
1 stop5h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 22/718:05BNE - AVV
1 stop4h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/6$306

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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 27 June 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne to Brisbane that are best for you.

Fly from

Melbourne

Fly to

Brisbane

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneBrisbane

AVV - BNE

AVVBNE

Melbourne Avalon

Fri 15/8

20:40-22:50

Nonstop2h 10m

Brisbane

Mon 18/8

17:40-20:05

Nonstop2h 25m

$165

MelbourneBrisbane

MEL - BNE

MELBNE

Melbourne

Sat 2/8

06:10-08:20

Nonstop2h 10m

Brisbane

Tue 5/8

21:15-23:40

Nonstop2h 25m

$187

MelbourneBrisbane

MEL - BNE

MELBNE

Melbourne

Thu 13/11

22:50-23:55

Nonstop2h 05m

Brisbane

Tue 18/11

06:00-09:20

Nonstop2h 20m

$219

MelbourneBrisbane

MEL - BNE

MELBNE

Melbourne

Sat 9/8

08:10-10:20

Nonstop2h 10m

Brisbane

Sat 16/8

06:55-09:20

Nonstop2h 25m

$268

MelbourneBrisbane

AVV - BNE

AVVBNE

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 22/7

10:35-15:40

1 stop5h 05m

Brisbane

Tue 22/7

18:05-22:50

1 stop4h 45m

$306

MelbourneBrisbane

AVV - BNE

AVVBNE

Melbourne Avalon

Fri 18/7

20:40-22:50

Nonstop2h 10m

$89

MelbourneBrisbane

MEL - BNE

MELBNE

Melbourne

Thu 17/7

20:40-22:45

Nonstop2h 05m

$93

MelbourneBrisbane

MEL - BNE

MELBNE

Melbourne

Wed 17/12

12:10-13:20

Nonstop2h 10m

$122

MelbourneBrisbane

AVV - BNE

AVVBNE

Melbourne Avalon

Fri 25/7

06:00-18:30

1 stop12h 30m

$174

MelbourneBrisbane

MEL - BNE

MELBNE

Melbourne

Sun 10/8

19:45-22:00

Nonstop2h 15m

$200

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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 20 June 2025.

The best time to book flights from Melbourne 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 to Brisbane?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Brisbane (average of $160). Flying from Melbourne 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 27 June 2025.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 18% 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 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 27 June 2025.

The most flights from ME1 to BNE are scheduled on a Thursday (120 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (66 on average).

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

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 27 June 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia, 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.

Food

6.9

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Hendrik Bernardus,May 2025

SYD - PER

These economy class seats must be as cramped as they can possibly get? It's almost impossible for two adults to sit next to each other. The blonde Australian air hostess at the back was rude. Despite Qantas' bad service overall I've now had a few experiences where the attitude of the team on board just makes up for their flights always being late. This was not one of those flights. The ice cream is a nice touch!

Food

6.9

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Hendrik Bernardus,May 2025

SYD - PER

These economy class seats must be as cramped as they can possibly get? It's almost impossible for two adults to sit next to each other. The blonde Australian air hostess at the back was rude. Despite Qantas' bad service overall I've now had a few experiences where the attitude of the team on board just makes up for their flights always being late. This was not one of those flights. The ice cream is a nice touch!

Food

6.9

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Hendrik Bernardus,May 2025

SYD - PER

These economy class seats must be as cramped as they can possibly get? It's almost impossible for two adults to sit next to each other. The blonde Australian air hostess at the back was rude. Despite Qantas' bad service overall I've now had a few experiences where the attitude of the team on board just makes up for their flights always being late. This was not one of those flights. The ice cream is a nice touch!

Food

6.9

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Hendrik Bernardus,May 2025

SYD - PER

These economy class seats must be as cramped as they can possibly get? It's almost impossible for two adults to sit next to each other. The blonde Australian air hostess at the back was rude. Despite Qantas' bad service overall I've now had a few experiences where the attitude of the team on board just makes up for their flights always being late. This was not one of those flights. The ice cream is a nice touch!

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 88 inbound flights from Melbourne per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 4 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.

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

    Currently priced at $165, Jetstar will fly you from Melbourne to Brisbane and back. In addition to Jetstar, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on Virgin Australia for as low as $268. You may be able to fly from Melbourne to Brisbane for 41% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    $89 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 $128 and $200, respectively.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Melbourne to Brisbane are Alliance Airlines (100%), Air Niugini (94%) and American Airlines (94%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Brisbane?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,266 for a flight from Melbourne to Brisbane. The cheapest flight overall is $94 while the most popular route, (Melbourne - Brisbane) is currently priced at $151.

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

  • 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 State Theatre. Sydney Opera House, The Rocks Markets, and State Theatre can be visited by traveling about 9.9 km, 9.6 km, and 8.2 km respectively from Sydney Kingsford Smith. Travellers can rent a car at Sydney Kingsford Smith for an average daily rate of $50 to make sightseeing during their stopover a little easier.

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Brisbane (average of $160). Flying from Melbourne 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 27 June 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$120Average$255FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$186Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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RexCheapest$188Average$309FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$201Average$543FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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