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Cheap flights from Rockhampton to Melbourne from $222

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 15/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ROK — MEL
1 Aug — 8 Aug2
2 travellers
2 travellers, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Rockhampton to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Rockhampton to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 2 July 2026.

Fri 7/817:30
ROK
-
MEL
1 stop5h 50m
Virgin Australia
Thu 13/815:10
MEL
-
ROK
1 stop6h 25m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 30/6$444
Thu 13/807:10
ROK
-
MEL
1 stop5h 10m
Virgin Australia
Thu 20/810:10
MEL
-
ROK
1 stop4h 05m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 29/6$445
Sat 1/815:00
ROK
-
MEL
1 stop4h 20m
Virgin Australia
Thu 6/808:10
MEL
-
ROK
1 stop6h 05m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 1/7$447
Wed 23/917:30
ROK
-
MEL
1 stop6h 25m
Virgin Australia
Tue 13/1012:10
MEL
-
ROK
1 stop5h 35m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 27/6$457
Mon 16/1106:40
ROK
-
MEL
1 stop6h 20m
Virgin Australia
Tue 24/1117:10
MEL
-
ROK
1 stop5h 25m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 29/6$458
Mon 2/1106:40
ROK
-
MEL
1 stop4h 35m
Virgin Australia
Sat 14/1110:10
MEL
-
ROK
1 stop6h 05m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 30/6$466
Thu 27/817:30
ROK
-
MEL
1 stop6h 25m
Virgin Australia
Thu 3/910:10
MEL
-
ROK
1 stop4h 05m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 29/6$470
Mon 5/1008:30
ROK
-
MEL
1 stop6h 50m
Virgin Australia
Mon 12/1006:00
MEL
-
ROK
1 stop5h 15m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 1/7$473
Fri 14/811:00
ROK
-
MEL
1 stop6h 20m
Virgin Australia
Fri 21/806:00
MEL
-
ROK
1 stop4h 15m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 30/6$484
Mon 29/611:00
ROK
-
MEL
1 stop10h 20m
Virgin Australia
Mon 6/707:10
MEL
-
ROK
1 stop7h 15m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 28/6$489
Tue 11/811:00
ROK
-
MEL
1 stop8h 20m
Virgin Australia
Fri 14/807:10
MEL
-
ROK
1 stop9h 35m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 29/6$515

Find flight deals from Rockhampton to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Rockhampton (ROK) 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 2 July 2026.

Round-trip from

$444

One-way from

$222

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$563
Virgin Australia
  • Virgin Australia
  • 7/8-13/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 12h 15m total
  • Rockhampton to Melbourne
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Virgin Australia
  • Virgin Australia
  • 15/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 5h 15m total
  • Rockhampton to Melbourne
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High demand for flights, 3% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Depart

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Price

Cheapest return flight

RockhamptonMelbourne

ROK - MEL

ROKMEL

Rockhampton

Fri 7/8

17:30-23:20

1 stop5h 50m

Melbourne

Thu 13/8

15:10-21:35

1 stop6h 25m

$444
Fastest return journey

RockhamptonMelbourne

ROK - MEL

ROKMEL

Rockhampton

Thu 13/8

07:10-12:20

1 stop5h 10m

Melbourne

Thu 20/8

10:10-14:15

1 stop4h 05m

$445

RockhamptonMelbourne

ROK - MEL

ROKMEL

Rockhampton

Mon 16/11

06:40-14:00

1 stop6h 20m

Melbourne

Tue 24/11

17:10-21:35

1 stop5h 25m

$458

RockhamptonMelbourne

ROK - MEL

ROKMEL

Rockhampton

Wed 9/9

15:00-23:55

1 stop8h 55m

Melbourne

Thu 10/9

09:10-14:15

1 stop5h 05m

$484

RockhamptonMelbourne

ROK - MEL

ROKMEL

Rockhampton

Tue 11/8

11:00-19:20

1 stop8h 20m

Melbourne

Fri 14/8

07:10-16:45

1 stop9h 35m

$515

RockhamptonMelbourne

ROK - MEL

ROKMEL

Rockhampton

Mon 16/11

11:05-16:15

1 stop4h 10m

Melbourne

Tue 24/11

10:05-15:15

1 stop6h 10m

$568

RockhamptonMelbourne

ROK - MEL

ROKMEL

Rockhampton

Sat 1/8

15:00-19:20

1 stop4h 20m

Melbourne

Thu 6/8

15:35-21:35

2 stops6h 00m

$582

RockhamptonMelbourne

ROK - MEL

ROKMEL

Rockhampton

Wed 23/9

07:05-13:10

2 stops6h 05m

Melbourne

Tue 13/10

10:10-16:45

1 stop7h 35m

$637
Cheapest one-way
Fastest single journey

RockhamptonMelbourne

ROK - MEL

ROKMEL

Rockhampton

Tue 15/9

07:05-12:20

1 stop5h 15m

$223

RockhamptonMelbourne

ROK - MEL

ROKMEL

Rockhampton

Mon 6/7

13:00-18:20

1 stop5h 20m

$245

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Best time to book a flight from Rockhampton to Melbourne

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Rockhampton to Melbourne?

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rockhampton to Melbourne (average of $194). Flying from Rockhampton to Melbourne in April is currently the most expensive (average of $450). 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.

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Rockhampton to Melbourne?

Booking 17 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Rockhampton to Melbourne. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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 2 July 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Virgin Australia from Rockhampton to Melbourne by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
463 reviews
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Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
463 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
463 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Rockhampton to Melbourne. 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 from for flights from Rockhampton to Melbourne?

    If you book a flight to Melbourne from Rockhampton, you will be flying from Rockhampton, which is the city’s only airport. Rockhampton (ROK) is located 3.1 km from the centre of Rockhampton. There are 0 flights from Rockhampton to Melbourne per day from 1 airline.

  • How long is the flight from Rockhampton to Melbourne?

    Airlines like Virgin Australia fly from Rockhampton to Melbourne in about 5h 50m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . Rockhampton and Melbourne are separated by a distance of 1675 km.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Rockhampton to Melbourne round-trip?

    According to our current data, Virgin Australia ($436), offers the cheapest pricing from Rockhampton to Melbourne. You may be able to fly from Rockhampton to Melbourne for 18% less than the average price by searching for this airline.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Rockhampton to Melbourne?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Rockhampton to Melbourne 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 Rockhampton to Melbourne?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rockhampton to Melbourne (average of $194). Flying from Rockhampton to Melbourne in April is currently the most expensive (average of $450). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$436Average$529FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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