Question 1

What days are direct flights available from Brisbane to Melbourne?

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Direct flights are available for this route on the following days: Monday. Find deals

Question 2

How popular is this Brisbane to Melbourne flight route?

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The Brisbane to Melbourne flight path was viewed by 31,309 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season. Find deals

Question 3

How many flights depart from Brisbane to Melbourne on average per day?

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Travellers can expect 1 flight from Brisbane to Melbourne on average per day.
Morning (6am - Midday) - 100% of flight departures Find deals

Question 4

How long is the flight from Brisbane to Melbourne?

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Airlines like Jetstar and Rex fly from Brisbane to Melbourne in about 2h 20m. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. Brisbane and Melbourne are separated by a distance of 1382 km. Most flights are nonstop. Find deals

Question 5

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

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Currently priced at $169, Jetstar will fly you from Brisbane to Melbourne and back. In addition to Jetstar, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on Rex for as low as $211. Jetstar is priced at 30% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

Question 6

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

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For one-way options, check prices for Jetstar. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $84. Users have also found prices from $103 and $124 on Rex and Virgin Australia, respectively.

Question 7

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Brisbane to Melbourne?

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The most popular airlines flying from Brisbane to Melbourne are Jetstar, Qantas Airways and Tigerair Australia. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

Question 8

What are the cheapest flights from Brisbane to Melbourne?

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Looking for the cheapest flight from Brisbane to Melbourne? While on average our users pay $307, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $87. The most popular route (Brisbane - Melbourne), is priced around $172.

Question 9

What are the most reliable airlines from Brisbane to Melbourne?

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Before booking your flight to Melbourne from Brisbane, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Rex (84%), Cathay Pacific (63%), China Southern( 61%).

Question 10

Can I find flights from Brisbane to Melbourne for under $200 on Cheapflights?

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Yes, there are multiple flights from Brisbane to Melbourne for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Jetstar for just $169, but on average you can expect to pay $198.

Question 11

Are there direct flights from Brisbane to Melbourne for under $200 on Cheapflights?

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Cheapflights has 20 direct flights from Brisbane to Melbourne under $200. A good price for a direct flight from Brisbane to Melbourne is less than $198.

Question 12

Are there last-minute flights available from Brisbane to Melbourne for under $300?

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There are currently 20+ open flights from Brisbane to Melbourne within the next 7 days for less than $300.

Question 13

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

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If you book a flight to Melbourne from Brisbane, you will be flying from Brisbane, which is the city’s only airport. Brisbane (BNE) is located 12.3 km from the centre of Brisbane. There are 85 flights from Brisbane to Melbourne per day from 6 different airlines.

Question 14

Which airlines flying from Brisbane to Melbourne have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?

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Some of our airline partners flying from Brisbane to Melbourne have new flexible policies in place due to COVID-19. Jetstar, Tigerair Australia, and Virgin Australia are some of the carriers where you may find flexible cancellation policies. You can use our site to filter for airlines like Jetstar with this kind of flexibility.

Question 15

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

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Flying to your destination on a Thursday can be more expensive, but this shouldn’t discourage you from finding affordable options to get to Melbourne. Check prices with Cheapflights to find a great deal for your trip.

Question 16

How far in advance should I book a flight from Brisbane to Melbourne?

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Users have found that booking a flight from Brisbane to Melbourne at least 61 days early can save you up to 29% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 61 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from Brisbane to Melbourne for as little as $258 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as $295 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

Question 17

What is the cheapest month to fly from Brisbane to Melbourne?

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Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in April. For low rates, January can be a great choice for travel to Melbourne. Flights to Melbourne from Brisbane in January are about $242 on average during January, but can be found for as low as $132.

Question 18

When is the cheapest time to fly from Brisbane to Melbourne (BNE - MEL)?

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Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 19% on flights from Brisbane to Melbourne by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

Question 19

What airports serve Brisbane to Melbourne flights?

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The Brisbane Airport (BNE) is the primary airport serving Brisbane and Queensland in Australia and features a domestic and an international terminal. It services 85 destinations and has 33 airlines operating within its terminals. Only 12 km from Brisbane’s city center, the airport is accessible by taxi, shuttle, or ride-share services. Transfer times from the city to the airport average 35 minutes or less, and are roughly 90 minutes by vehicle along the Gold Coast roadways, and paid transport ranges from AUD $12 (bus fare) to AUD $33+ for taxis and car hire. There are also Airtrain passenger services between the terminals, the CBD, and stops along the Gold Coast at a cost of AUD $15 (one way).There are three airports within Melbourne, and they include Melbourne Tullamarine, Melbourne Avalon and Melbourne Essendon. Tullamarine is the closest to the city’s CBD and takes roughly half of an hour to reach via taxi at a rate of approximately AUD $60. The typical trip from Avalon to the CBD is almost an hour’s time and there are no rail links from either of the city’s domestic airports. Tullamarine has a Skybus service costing roughly AUD $38 while the SITA offers transfers for travelers to and from Avalon. SITA from Avalon is a premium coach and averages roughly AUD$20 for the trip (must be booked in advance).

Question 20

Which airlines fly directly from Brisbane to Melbourne?

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There are nine airlines offering non-stop flights from Brisbane to Melbourne, with more than 260 such flights available each week. The airlines making the flights include Jetstar, Virgin Australia, Qantas, Hahn Air, Tigerair, and others. The most popular choice in Brisbane to Melbourne travel is via Qantas.

Question 21

What are the stopover options on flights from Brisbane to Melbourne?

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The flight times between Brisbane and Melbourne are less than 2.5 hours on average, and there are no stopovers for these flights.

Question 22

Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Brisbane to Melbourne?

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As this is a domestic trip, there is no need for a visa or passport in order to make the journey. However, foreign visitors will want to retain all essential travel documents whenever making their way through an airport as this facilitates easier travel, boarding and departures.

Popular in	April	High demand for flights, 17% potential price rise
Cheapest in	January	Best time to find cheap flights, 34% potential price drop
Round-trip from	$161	From Brisbane to Melbourne
One-way from	$130	One-way flight from Brisbane to Melbourne

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time	COVID-19 safety
Jetstar	Cheapest$81	Average$218	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	COVID-19 safety	Search Jetstar flights
Virgin Australia	Cheapest$111	Average$214	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time80%	COVID-19 safety	Search Virgin Australia flights
Tigerair Australia	Cheapest$111	Average$227	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time81%	COVID-19 safety	Search Tigerair Australia flights
Rex	Cheapest$120	Average$245	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time86%	COVID-19 safety	Search Rex flights
Qantas Airways	Cheapest$224	Average$477	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	COVID-19 safety	Search Qantas Airways flights
Link Airways	Cheapest$768	Average$874	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	COVID-19 safety	Search Link Airways flights

13%of flight departures	Early morningMidnight to 6 am
37%of flight departures	Morning6 am to noon
36%of flight departures	AfternoonNoon to 6 pm
14%of flight departures	Evening6 pm to midnight

Sunday	88daily flights
Monday	87daily flights
Tuesday	88daily flights
Wednesday	87daily flights
Thursday	90daily flights
Friday	93daily flights
Saturday	63daily flights

Cheap flights from Brisbane to Melbourne

The best prices from Brisbane to Melbourne are usually found in January or February, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

How to find the cheapest flight from Brisbane (BNE) to Melbourne

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