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 18/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BNE — MEL
17 Feb — 24 Feb1
Return
1 adult
Economy
The best prices from Brisbane to Melbourne are usually found in April or May, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday
Cheap flight deals from Brisbane to Melbourne
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Brisbane (BNE) to Melbourne (ME1). 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 12 February 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Brisbane to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 February 2025.
Wed 19/312:20BNE - AVV
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Sat 22/316:20AVV - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Deal found 11/2$177
Sat 8/320:55BNE - MEL
Nonstop2h 20mJetstar
Wed 12/316:05MEL - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 10/2$185
Wed 26/206:30BNE - MEL
Nonstop2h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 28/220:50MEL - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$248
Tue 11/318:05BNE - AVV
1 stop12h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 25/316:20AVV - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/2$250
Wed 12/220:55BNE - MEL
Nonstop2h 20mVirgin Australia
Wed 19/220:50MEL - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 11/2$325
Sat 29/311:20BNE - MEL
Nonstop2h 20mQantas Airways
Mon 31/320:20MEL - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/2$398
Best flights from Brisbane to Melbourne
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Brisbane to Melbourne that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 12 February 2025.
Wed 19/312:20BNE - AVV
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Sat 22/316:20AVV - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Deal found 11/2$177
Tue 11/318:05BNE - AVV
1 stop12h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 25/316:20AVV - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/2$250
Fri 14/220:55BNE - MEL
Nonstop2h 20mVirgin Australia
Mon 17/220:50MEL - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 10/2$325
Sat 8/320:55BNE - MEL
Nonstop2h 20mJetstar
Wed 12/316:05MEL - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 10/2$185
Sat 29/310:30BNE - MEL
Nonstop2h 20mQantas Airways
Mon 31/308:20MEL - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/2$398
Tue 18/220:55BNE - MEL
Nonstop2h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 25/207:05MEL - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$259
Direct flights from Brisbane to Melbourne
Explore direct flight options from Brisbane to Melbourne based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 12 February 2025.
Wed 19/312:20BNE - AVV
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Sat 22/316:20AVV - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Deal found 11/2$177
Sat 8/320:55BNE - MEL
Nonstop2h 20mJetstar
Wed 12/316:05MEL - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 10/2$185
Wed 26/206:30BNE - MEL
Nonstop2h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 28/220:50MEL - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$248
Sun 23/207:55BNE - MEL
Nonstop2h 20mVirgin Australia
Mon 24/219:50MEL - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 11/2$315
Sat 29/307:00BNE - MEL
Nonstop2h 20mQantas Airways
Mon 31/306:00MEL - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/2$398
Last-minute flights from Brisbane to Melbourne
Discover last-minute flight deals from Brisbane to Melbourne. Data last updated 12 February 2025 and is based on user searches.
Mon 17/220:55BNE - MEL
Nonstop2h 20mJetstar
Sat 1/318:50MEL - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 10/2$255
Mon 17/220:55BNE - MEL
Nonstop2h 20mVirgin Australia
Fri 21/220:50MEL - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 12/2$306
Mon 17/219:50BNE - AVV
1 stop10h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 24/220:55AVV - BNE
1 stop10h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$376
Tue 18/212:20BNE - AVV
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Wed 19/216:20AVV - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Deal found 11/2$185
Tue 18/220:55BNE - MEL
Nonstop2h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 25/207:05MEL - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$259
Tue 18/220:55BNE - MEL
Nonstop2h 20mVirgin Australia
Mon 24/218:50MEL - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 11/2$307
Thu 20/223:40BNE - MEL
1 stop22h 55mVietJet Air
Wed 26/201:30MEL - BNE
1 stop21h 40mVietJet Air
Deal found 11/2$2,289
Wed 26/206:30BNE - MEL
Nonstop2h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 28/220:50MEL - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$248
Sat 8/320:55BNE - MEL
Nonstop2h 20mJetstar
Wed 12/316:05MEL - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 10/2$185
Tue 11/318:05BNE - AVV
1 stop12h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 25/316:20AVV - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/2$250
Wed 19/312:20BNE - AVV
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Sat 22/316:20AVV - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Deal found 11/2$177
Sat 29/307:00BNE - MEL
Nonstop2h 20mQantas Airways
Mon 31/306:00MEL - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/2$398
One-way flights from Brisbane to Melbourne
Search for one-way flight options from Brisbane to Melbourne. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 12 February 2025.
Tue 18/212:20BNE - AVV
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 11/2$94
Thu 20/320:55BNE - MEL
Nonstop2h 20mJetstar
Deal found 10/2$96
Fri 21/220:55BNE - MEL
Nonstop2h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 10/2$153
Sun 23/318:05BNE - AVV
1 stop12h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$186
Mon 17/315:15BNE - MEL
1 stop3h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/2$352
Mon 24/206:00BNE - MEL
2 stops7h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/2$371
Fri 7/308:30BNE - MEL
1 stop4h 25mLink Airways
Deal found 11/2$608
Tue 24/609:45BNE - MEL
2 stops22h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/2$702
Fri 21/308:00BNE - MEL
2 stops13h 50mAir Niugini
Deal found 10/2$912
Mon 17/208:10BNE - AVV
2 stops14h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/2$976
Find flights from Brisbane to Melbourne within your budget
Customise your flight search to find flights from Brisbane to Melbourne 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 12 February 2025.
Fly from
Any airport
Fly to
Any airport
Route
Depart
Return
Price
BrisbaneMelbourne
BNE - AVV
BNEAVV
Brisbane
Wed 19/3
12:20-15:45
Nonstop2h 25m
Melbourne Avalon
Sat 22/3
16:20-17:30
Nonstop2h 10m
$177
BrisbaneMelbourne
BNE - MEL
BNEMEL
Brisbane
Sat 8/3
20:55-00:15
Nonstop2h 20m
Melbourne
Wed 12/3
16:05-17:20
Nonstop2h 15m
$185
BrisbaneMelbourne
BNE - AVV
BNEAVV
Brisbane
Tue 11/3
18:05-07:35
1 stop12h 30m
Melbourne Avalon
Tue 25/3
16:20-17:30
Nonstop2h 10m
$250
BrisbaneMelbourne
BNE - MEL
BNEMEL
Brisbane
Fri 21/2
20:55-00:15
Nonstop2h 20m
Melbourne
Tue 25/2
07:05-08:20
Nonstop2h 15m
$259
BrisbaneMelbourne
BNE - MEL
BNEMEL
Brisbane
Sun 23/2
07:55-11:15
Nonstop2h 20m
Melbourne
Mon 24/2
19:50-21:00
Nonstop2h 10m
$315
BrisbaneMelbourne
BNE - MEL
BNEMEL
Brisbane
Sat 29/3
10:30-13:50
Nonstop2h 20m
Melbourne
Mon 31/3
08:20-09:30
Nonstop2h 10m
$398
BrisbaneMelbourne
BNE - AVV
BNEAVV
Brisbane
Tue 18/2
12:20-15:45
Nonstop2h 25m
$94
BrisbaneMelbourne
BNE - MEL
BNEMEL
Brisbane
Thu 20/3
20:55-00:15
Nonstop2h 20m
$94
BrisbaneMelbourne
BNE - MEL
BNEMEL
Brisbane
Fri 21/2
20:55-00:15
Nonstop2h 20m
$153
BrisbaneMelbourne
BNE - AVV
BNEAVV
Brisbane
Tue 11/3
18:05-07:35
1 stop12h 30m
$158
Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.
Deals found on 11/2
Showing 1-10 of 16 results
1
2
Best time to book a flight from Brisbane to Melbourne
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Melbourne from Brisbane with our price prediction graph.
Estimated return price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.
Travel insights for flights from Brisbane to Melbourne
Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Brisbane to Melbourne including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.
How far ahead should I book a flight from Brisbane to Melbourne?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Brisbane to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 7 February 2025.
The price you pay for your flight from Brisbane to Melbourne may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 90 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Brisbane to Melbourne?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Brisbane to Melbourne (average of $132). Flying from Brisbane to Melbourne in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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 BNE to MEL?
Find hourly flight availability from Brisbane to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 12 February 2025.
Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 49% on flights from Brisbane to Melbourne by exploring options for tickets in the evening.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Brisbane to Melbourne?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Brisbane to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 10 February 2025.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Brisbane to Melbourne flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Weekly flight availability from Brisbane to Melbourne
Explore weekly flight availability from Brisbane to Melbourne. 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 12 February 2025.
The most flights from BNE to ME1 are scheduled on a Monday (137 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (70 on average).
Rainfall in Melbourne by month
Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.
In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.
Temperature in Melbourne by month
Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 8.0 C).
Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated 12 February 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air New Zealand, Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways from Brisbane to Melbourne by reading reviews from past customers. 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.
Connection Booked by United was one hour and 20 minutes to come from international Auckland to San Francisco, deplane, clear customs and immigration, collect baggage, transfer baggage, go through TSA, walk/run across terminals 20 minutes and barely make connection When united informed pre-vacation of the tightness of the connection,would not switch to a flight two hours later, despite open seats, the flight that the baggage actually took Passengers made connection; baggage did not Food: nonexistent for a cross country six hour flight Arrived early, but of course gate unavailable and then plane door to get off stuck for 20 minutes
Connection Booked by United was one hour and 20 minutes to come from international Auckland to San Francisco, deplane, clear customs and immigration, collect baggage, transfer baggage, go through TSA, walk/run across terminals 20 minutes and barely make connection When united informed pre-vacation of the tightness of the connection,would not switch to a flight two hours later, despite open seats, the flight that the baggage actually took Passengers made connection; baggage did not Food: nonexistent for a cross country six hour flight Arrived early, but of course gate unavailable and then plane door to get off stuck for 20 minutes
Connection Booked by United was one hour and 20 minutes to come from international Auckland to San Francisco, deplane, clear customs and immigration, collect baggage, transfer baggage, go through TSA, walk/run across terminals 20 minutes and barely make connection When united informed pre-vacation of the tightness of the connection,would not switch to a flight two hours later, despite open seats, the flight that the baggage actually took Passengers made connection; baggage did not Food: nonexistent for a cross country six hour flight Arrived early, but of course gate unavailable and then plane door to get off stuck for 20 minutes
Connection Booked by United was one hour and 20 minutes to come from international Auckland to San Francisco, deplane, clear customs and immigration, collect baggage, transfer baggage, go through TSA, walk/run across terminals 20 minutes and barely make connection When united informed pre-vacation of the tightness of the connection,would not switch to a flight two hours later, despite open seats, the flight that the baggage actually took Passengers made connection; baggage did not Food: nonexistent for a cross country six hour flight Arrived early, but of course gate unavailable and then plane door to get off stuck for 20 minutes
Connection Booked by United was one hour and 20 minutes to come from international Auckland to San Francisco, deplane, clear customs and immigration, collect baggage, transfer baggage, go through TSA, walk/run across terminals 20 minutes and barely make connection When united informed pre-vacation of the tightness of the connection,would not switch to a flight two hours later, despite open seats, the flight that the baggage actually took Passengers made connection; baggage did not Food: nonexistent for a cross country six hour flight Arrived early, but of course gate unavailable and then plane door to get off stuck for 20 minutes
Related info for your journey
Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Brisbane to Melbourne. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
What can I do to travel sustainably?
Suppose you wish to fly from Brisbane to Melbourne in an eco-savvy manner. In that case, go budget and purchase economy seat tickets. This means more travellers are packed onboard, thus reducing GHG emissions per seat. Another sustainable travel tip is to skip flights with stopovers as stopover flights have more landings and takeoffs and, therefore, more fuel intake. It would help if you also bring a reusable water bottle and pack-ups.
Do the airlines on this route have sustainable practices, and what are they?
If you wish to fly with environmentally-responsible airlines from Brisbane to Melbourne, consider reserving your flight with Jetstar or Qantas, which emit 29% and 27% less carbon, respectively. The Qantas group not only offers nonstop flights from Brisbane to Melbourne but is also pursuing innovative fleet designs and current energy technologies to achieve zero emissions growth. In addition, the airline has phased out non-reusable cutlery. Jetstar's fleet features energy-efficient engines, resulting in lower GHG emissions.
How do I know if the airlines/airports in Melbourne or Brisbane are sustainable?
If you are looking for reliable sustainability intel, check to see if your carrier is recognized in the IATA Environmental Assessment for Airports and Ground Service Providers (IEnVA), which reviews the sustainability initiatives of aviation operators. Alternatively, you could look on the internet to see if they are verified by the institutionally-backed Airport Carbon Accreditation, which analyzes airports' attempts to cut greenhouse gas emissions and their practices for alleviating their effects.
What airports serve Brisbane to Melbourne flights?
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).
Which airlines fly directly from Brisbane to Melbourne?
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.
What are the stopover options on flights from Brisbane to Melbourne?
The flight times between Brisbane and Melbourne are less than 2.5 hours on average, and there are no stopovers for these flights.
Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Brisbane to Melbourne?
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.
What airport do you fly from for flights from Brisbane to Melbourne?
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 98 flights from Brisbane to Melbourne per day from 4 different airlines.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Brisbane to Melbourne round-trip?
Currently priced at $177, Jetstar will fly you from Brisbane to Melbourne and back. In addition to Jetstar, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $325 and $398, respectively. Jetstar is priced at 39% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Brisbane to Melbourne one-way?
For one-way options, check prices for Jetstar. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $94. Users have also found prices from $153 and $352 on Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways, respectively.
What are the most reliable airlines from Brisbane to Melbourne?
Before booking your flight to Melbourne from Brisbane, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: SriLankan Airlines (86%), United Airlines (80%), Qatar Airways( 76%).
What are the cheapest flights from Brisbane to Melbourne?
Looking for the cheapest flight from Brisbane to Melbourne? While on average our users pay $1,732, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $97. The most popular route (Brisbane - Melbourne), is priced around $172.