Cheap Flights from Brisbane to Melbourne from $73

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

BNE - MEL Price	$195 - $322
MEL Temperature	22 - 32 °C
MEL Rainfall	26 - 170 mm

Popular in June High demand for flights, 25% potential price rise
Cheapest in February Best time to find cheap flights, 20% potential price drop
Round-trip from $195 From Brisbane to Melbourne
One-way from $95 One-way flight from Brisbane to Melbourne

Popular in

June

High demand for flights, 25% potential price rise

Cheapest in

February

Best time to find cheap flights, 20% potential price drop

Round-trip from

$195

From Brisbane to Melbourne

One-way from

$95

One-way flight from Brisbane to Melbourne

Flight route prices based on searches on Cheapflights within the last 3 days, monthly prices based on aggregated historical data.

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

Users have found that flying from Brisbane to Melbourne on a Thursday typically leans towards higher prices. However, this doesn’t mean you still can’t find a deal. Flexibility with other aspects of your flight can still land a great price for your trip.

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

To save on the cost of your flight from Brisbane to Melbourne, book at least 33 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 20% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $188 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $220.

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

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in June. For low rates, February can be a great choice for travel to Melbourne. Flights to Melbourne from Brisbane in February are about $184 on average during February, but can be found for as low as $101.

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

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Brisbane to Melbourne in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 17% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

Cheap flights from Brisbane to Melbourne in March, April 2021

7 Apr - 21 Apr

$122pp

BNE

Brisbane

Jetstar

Direct

MEL

Melbourne

MEL

Melbourne

Jetstar

1 STOP

BNE

Brisbane

16 Mar - 20 Mar

$204pp

BNE

Brisbane

Jetstar

Direct

MEL

Melbourne

MEL

Melbourne

Jetstar

Direct

BNE

Brisbane

21 Apr - 24 Apr

$208pp

BNE

Brisbane

Jetstar

Direct

MEL

Melbourne

MEL

Melbourne

Jetstar

Direct

BNE

Brisbane

Brisbane to Melbourne 2021 flight deals

26 Oct - 2 Nov

$114pp

BNE

Brisbane

Jetstar

Direct

MEL

Melbourne

MEL

Melbourne

Jetstar

1 STOP

BNE

Brisbane

7 Apr - 21 Apr

$122pp

BNE

Brisbane

Jetstar

Direct

MEL

Melbourne

MEL

Melbourne

Jetstar

1 STOP

BNE

Brisbane

5 Nov - 9 Nov

$123pp

BNE

Brisbane

Jetstar

Direct

MEL

Melbourne

MEL

Melbourne

Jetstar

1 STOP

BNE

Brisbane

Direct flights to Melbourne from Brisbane

15 Jun - 18 Jun

$134pp

BNE

Brisbane

Jetstar

Direct

MEL

Melbourne

MEL

Melbourne

Jetstar

Direct

BNE

Brisbane

16 Mar - 20 Mar

$204pp

BNE

Brisbane

Jetstar

Direct

MEL

Melbourne

MEL

Melbourne

Jetstar

Direct

BNE

Brisbane

21 Apr - 24 Apr

$208pp

BNE

Brisbane

Jetstar

Direct

MEL

Melbourne

MEL

Melbourne

Jetstar

Direct

BNE

Brisbane

Last-minute flights from Brisbane to Melbourne

16 Mar - 20 Mar

$204pp

BNE

Brisbane

Jetstar

Direct

MEL

Melbourne

MEL

Melbourne

Jetstar

Direct

BNE

Brisbane

17 Mar - 21 Mar

$209pp

BNE

Brisbane

Jetstar

Direct

MEL

Melbourne

MEL

Melbourne

Jetstar

Direct

BNE

Brisbane

18 Mar - 21 Mar

$211pp

BNE

Brisbane

Jetstar

Direct

MEL

Melbourne

MEL

Melbourne

Jetstar

Direct

BNE

Brisbane

One-way flights to Melbourne from Brisbane

03:40 - 07:05

Jetstar

Direct

2h 25m

BNE - MEL

$95

Jettzy

03:40 - 07:05

Jetstar

Direct

2h 25m

BNE - MEL

$101

FlightNetwork

03:15 - 05:45

Jetstar

Direct

2h 30m

BNE - MEL

$102

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Flight FAQs

From Brisbane to Melbourne

Can I find flights from Brisbane to Melbourne for under $130 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Brisbane to Melbourne for under $130. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Jetstar for just $122, but on average you can expect to pay $204.

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

Some of our airline partners flying from Brisbane to Melbourne have new flexible policies in place due to COVID-19. Tigerair Australia, Jetstar, 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 Tigerair Australia with this kind of flexibility.

Are there direct flights from Brisbane to Melbourne for under $260 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has 20 direct flights from Brisbane to Melbourne under $260. A good price for a direct flight from Brisbane to Melbourne is less than $218.

Are there last-minute flights available from Brisbane to Melbourne for under $260?

There are currently 20+ open flights from Brisbane to Melbourne within the next 7 days for less than $260.

How popular is this flight route?

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.

Does it rain more in Brisbane or Melbourne?

The rainfall in Brisbane is generally less than the rainfall in Melbourne. This will continue over the next 14 days.

Is Brisbane weather warmer or cooler than Melbourne?

Our data indicates that the weather will be 29 °C on average in the month of January. The temperature in Melbourne is typically colder than in Brisbane. If you're traveling when the temperature is at its warmest, push to plan early, as flight price and availability will have an impact on your travels. For the best results, search for flights well in advance or after peak season.

How long does is the flight from Brisbane to Melbourne?

Airlines like Jetstar fly from Brisbane to Melbourne in about 2h 20m. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

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

According to our current data, Jetstar ($123), offers the cheapest pricing from Brisbane to Melbourne. This flight start at 49% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $95 on Jetstar. Another option is Virgin Australia, who have fights from $140.

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Destination information for Melbourne

2h 17m

27.0 °C

37.0 mm

Airports servicing Brisbane

Brisbane (BNE)

Airports servicing Melbourne

Melbourne (MEL)

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time	COVID-19 safety
Tigerair Australia	$124	$170	No cancel fee	81%	We couldn't confirm the COVID-19 safety measures taken by Tigerair Australia. Please check directly on their website for additional information.	Search Tigerair Australia flights
Jetstar	$132	$194	No cancel fee	74%		Search Jetstar flights
Virgin Australia	$172	$248	No cancel fee	80%		Search Virgin Australia flights
Qantas Airways	$164	$281	No cancel fee	74%		Search Qantas Airways flights

Hourly flight availability from Brisbane to Melbourne

Morning 6 AM to midday	48% of flight departures
Afternoon Midday to 6 PM	44% of flight departures
Early morning Midnight to 6 AM	7% of flight departures
Evening 6 PM to midnight	1% of flight departures

Midnight

6 AM

Noon

6 PM

Weekly flight availability

from Brisbane to Melbourne

Sunday

39 daily flights

Monday

46 daily flights

Tuesday

37 daily flights

Wednesday

37 daily flights

Thursday

35 daily flights

Friday

52 daily flights

Saturday

34 daily flights

Cheap flights from Brisbane to Melbourne

The best prices from Brisbane to Melbourne are usually found in February or March, booked 57 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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

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

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

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

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

Cheap flights from Brisbane to Melbourne in March, April 2021

Brisbane to Melbourne 2021 flight deals

Direct flights to Melbourne from Brisbane

Last-minute flights from Brisbane to Melbourne

One-way flights to Melbourne from Brisbane