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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Rockhampton from $392

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 28/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — ROK
25 Dec — 1 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Rockhampton are usually found in May or March, booked 76 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Rockhampton
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Rockhampton. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 25 November 2025.

Tue 9/1212:10MEL - ROK
1 stop7h 55mVirgin Australia
Sat 13/1207:15ROK - MEL
1 stop5h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 23/11$469
Tue 9/1212:10MEL - ROK
1 stop7h 55mVirgin Australia
Thu 11/1216:00ROK - MEL
1 stop5h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 24/11$491
Tue 2/1208:10MEL - ROK
1 stop5h 05mVirgin Australia
Tue 2/1214:50ROK - MEL
1 stop5h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 23/11$511
Mon 8/1217:10MEL - ROK
1 stop15h 15mVirgin Australia
Fri 12/1208:05ROK - MEL
1 stop13h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 22/11$577
Tue 9/1215:10MEL - ROK
1 stop4h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 13/1210:50ROK - MEL
2 stops8h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/11$664
Tue 9/1221:00MEL - ROK
2 stops13h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/1216:00ROK - MEL
1 stop5h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/11$723
Sat 29/1107:10MEL - ROK
1 stop4h 05mVirgin Australia
Sat 6/1212:50ROK - MEL
1 stop5h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 24/11$833
Sat 29/1107:10MEL - ROK
1 stop4h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/1210:15ROK - MEL
2 stops10h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/11$1,009
Tue 2/1205:45MEL - ROK
2 stops7h 30mQantas Airways
Tue 2/1216:00ROK - MEL
2 stops6h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 23/11$1,081

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Rockhampton

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) to Rockhampton (ROK). 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 25 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$469

One-way from

$392

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$537
Virgin Australia
  • Virgin Australia
  • 9/12-13/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 12h 55m total
  • Melbourne to Rockhampton
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Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 28/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 6h 15m total
  • Melbourne to Rockhampton
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($38 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($13 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Price

MelbourneRockhampton

MEL - ROK

MELROK

Melbourne

Tue 9/12

12:10-19:05

1 stop7h 55m

Rockhampton

Sat 13/12

07:15-13:15

1 stop5h 00m

$469

MelbourneRockhampton

MEL - ROK

MELROK

Melbourne

Tue 9/12

12:10-19:05

1 stop7h 55m

Rockhampton

Thu 11/12

16:00-22:15

1 stop5h 15m

$491

MelbourneRockhampton

MEL - ROK

MELROK

Melbourne

Thu 5/2

08:10-15:15

1 stop8h 05m

Rockhampton

Mon 9/2

08:05-13:15

1 stop4h 10m

$514

MelbourneRockhampton

MEL - ROK

MELROK

Melbourne

Thu 29/1

08:10-12:15

1 stop5h 05m

Rockhampton

Mon 2/2

12:50-18:15

1 stop4h 25m

$516

MelbourneRockhampton

MEL - ROK

MELROK

Melbourne

Mon 8/12

17:10-07:25

1 stop15h 15m

Rockhampton

Fri 12/12

08:05-22:15

1 stop13h 10m

$577

MelbourneRockhampton

MEL - ROK

MELROK

Melbourne

Tue 9/12

15:10-19:05

1 stop4h 55m

Rockhampton

Sat 13/12

10:50-20:10

2 stops8h 20m

$664

MelbourneRockhampton

MEL - ROK

MELROK

Melbourne

Tue 9/12

21:00-09:50

2 stops13h 50m

Rockhampton

Thu 11/12

16:00-22:15

1 stop5h 15m

$723

MelbourneRockhampton

MEL - ROK

MELROK

Melbourne

Tue 9/12

05:45-12:15

2 stops7h 30m

Rockhampton

Sat 13/12

13:00-23:35

2 stops9h 35m

$1,412

MelbourneRockhampton

MEL - ROK

MELROK

Melbourne

Mon 8/12

18:50-07:55

2 stops38h 05m

Rockhampton

Fri 12/12

20:10-07:55

2 stops34h 45m

$2,287

MelbourneRockhampton

MEL - ROK

MELROK

Melbourne

Fri 28/11

06:00-16:40

1 stop11h 40m

$392

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Rockhampton

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne to Rockhampton

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Rockhampton. Price data was last updated on 21 November 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne to Rockhampton, you should look to book at least 76 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Rockhampton (average of $322). Flying from Melbourne to Rockhampton in December is currently the most expensive (average of $471). 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 ROK?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Rockhampton. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 25 November 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Melbourne to Rockhampton in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 23% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Rockhampton

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Rockhampton. 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 Rockhampton. Reviews last updated 25 November 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne to Rockhampton, such as Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
424 reviews
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Entertainment

6.4

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
424 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
424 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
943 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
424 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.

Related info for your journey

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

    Rockhampton (ROK), located 3.1 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Melbourne to Rockhampton. 2 airlines have flights to Rockhampton from Melbourne on a regular basis. Booking flights from Melbourne to Rockhampton should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Melbourne per day.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne to Rockhampton?

    Airlines like Virgin Australia fly from Melbourne to Rockhampton in about 7h 55m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . The distance from Melbourne to Rockhampton is about 1675 km.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Melbourne to Rockhampton round-trip from $435. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Qantas Airways. You may be able to fly from Melbourne to Rockhampton for 16% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Rockhampton (average of $322). Flying from Melbourne to Rockhampton in December is currently the most expensive (average of $471). 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 Rockhampton

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Rockhampton. 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 25 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$435Average$514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$501Average$780FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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