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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Hervey Bay from $209

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 14/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — HVB
13 Apr — 20 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Hervey Bay are usually found in February or May, booked 72 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Hervey Bay
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Hervey Bay. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 14 March 2026.

Thu 14/512:30
MEL
-
HVB
Nonstop2h 30m
Jetstar
Sun 24/515:40
HVB
-
MEL
Nonstop2h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 10/3$209
Sat 25/412:30
MEL
-
HVB
Nonstop2h 30m
Jetstar
Tue 28/415:40
HVB
-
MEL
Nonstop2h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 10/3$210
Tue 4/812:30
MEL
-
HVB
Nonstop2h 30m
Jetstar
Sun 16/815:40
HVB
-
MEL
Nonstop2h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 13/3$218
Sat 25/412:30
MEL
-
HVB
Nonstop2h 30m
Jetstar
Sat 2/515:40
HVB
-
MEL
Nonstop2h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 11/3$232
Sat 21/307:05
MEL
-
HVB
Nonstop2h 25m
Jetstar
Sat 28/309:15
HVB
-
MEL
Nonstop2h 40m
Jetstar
Deal found 12/3$264
Thu 26/307:05
MEL
-
HVB
Nonstop2h 25m
Jetstar
Sun 29/314:40
HVB
-
MEL
Nonstop2h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 11/3$267
Tue 14/412:30
MEL
-
HVB
Nonstop2h 30m
Jetstar
Sat 18/415:40
HVB
-
MEL
Nonstop2h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 11/3$323
Sat 11/412:30
MEL
-
HVB
Nonstop2h 30m
Jetstar
Sat 18/415:40
HVB
-
MEL
Nonstop2h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 14/3$338

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Hervey Bay

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to Hervey Bay (HVB). 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 14 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$209

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$274

Good round-trip deal

$214 or less

Good one-way deal

$107 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 14/5-24/5
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 15m total
  • Melbourne to Hervey Bay
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight
Fastest return journey

MelbourneHervey Bay

MEL - HVB

MELHVB

Melbourne

Sat 11/4

12:30-15:00

Nonstop2h 30m

Hervey Bay

Sat 18/4

15:40-18:25

Nonstop2h 45m

$338

MelbourneHervey Bay

MEL - HVB

MELHVB

Melbourne

Tue 4/8

12:30-15:00

Nonstop2h 30m

Hervey Bay

Sun 16/8

14:25-20:05

1 stop5h 40m

$404

MelbourneHervey Bay

MEL - HVB

MELHVB

Melbourne

Sat 25/4

20:50-13:45

1 stop16h 55m

Hervey Bay

Tue 28/4

15:40-18:25

Nonstop2h 45m

$405

MelbourneHervey Bay

MEL - HVB

MELHVB

Melbourne

Sat 25/4

06:00-13:25

1 stop7h 25m

Hervey Bay

Tue 28/4

15:40-18:25

Nonstop2h 45m

$475

MelbourneHervey Bay

MEL - HVB

MELHVB

Melbourne

Tue 23/6

06:00-13:25

1 stop7h 25m

Hervey Bay

Wed 24/6

13:50-21:40

1 stop7h 50m

$819

MelbourneHervey Bay

MEL - HVB

MELHVB

Melbourne

Sat 25/4

06:00-13:25

1 stop7h 25m

Hervey Bay

Tue 28/4

09:20-18:55

2 stops9h 35m

$884
Cheapest one-way

MelbourneHervey Bay

MEL - HVB

MELHVB

Melbourne

Fri 15/5

07:30-13:45

1 stop6h 15m

$252

MelbourneHervey Bay

MEL - HVB

MELHVB

Melbourne

Thu 19/3

06:00-13:20

1 stop8h 20m

$304

MelbourneHervey Bay

MEL - HVB

MELHVB

Melbourne

Fri 20/3

11:15-19:00

1 stop8h 45m

$437
Fastest single journey

MelbourneHervey Bay

MEL - HVB

MELHVB

Melbourne

Fri 15/5

14:05-19:45

2 stops5h 40m

$505

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Hervey Bay

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne Airport to Hervey Bay

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Hervey Bay. Price data was last updated on 6 March 2026.

Booking 72 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Hervey Bay. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Hervey Bay?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Hervey Bay (average of $109). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Hervey Bay in September is currently the most expensive (average of $146). 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 HVB?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Hervey Bay. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 14 March 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Melbourne Airport to Hervey Bay as you normally would.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Hervey Bay

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Hervey Bay. 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 Hervey Bay. Reviews last updated 14 March 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Qantas Airways and Jetstar from Melbourne Airport to Hervey Bay have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,004 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Midhat,Feb 2026

WYA - ADL

Frequent delays, 3rd week in a row. Flight attendants not at all friendly.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,004 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,004 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Midhat,Feb 2026

WYA - ADL

Frequent delays, 3rd week in a row. Flight attendants not at all friendly.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
530 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,004 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Midhat,Feb 2026

WYA - ADL

Frequent delays, 3rd week in a row. Flight attendants not at all friendly.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Hervey Bay. 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 Hervey Bay from Melbourne?

    Most people fly into Hervey Bay (HVB) if they book a flight to Hervey Bay from Melbourne. On average, Hervey Bay has 1 inbound flight from Melbourne per day from 2 airlines. Hervey Bay is conveniently located just 12.5 km from Hervey Bay’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Hervey Bay?

    Jetstar and Qantas Airways can get you from Melbourne Airport to Hervey Bay in just under 2h 30m. Your travel time can differ by up to 4h 55m. The distance from Melbourne Airport to Hervey Bay is about 1568 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Melbourne Airport to Hervey Bay round-trip from $174. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Qantas Airways. You may be able to fly from Melbourne Airport to Hervey Bay for 46% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to Hervey Bay?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Melbourne Airport to Hervey Bay? While on average our users pay $187, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $103. The most popular route (Melbourne - Hervey Bay), is priced around $215.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Hervey Bay that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to Hervey Bay flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Hervey Bay?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to Hervey Bay.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Hervey Bay?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Hervey Bay 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 Hervey Bay?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Hervey Bay (average of $109). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Hervey Bay in September is currently the most expensive (average of $146). 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 2 airlines flying from Melbourne to Hervey Bay

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Hervey Bay. 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 14 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$174Average$321FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$466Average$755FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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