Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Rockhampton from $225

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 23/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — ROK
18 10월 — 25 10월1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Rockhampton are usually found in May or February, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Rockhampton

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) 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 18 9월 2025.

Round-trip from

$496

One-way from

$225

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$553
Virgin Australia
  • Virgin Australia
  • 24/10-27/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 12h 20m total
  • Melbourne to Rockhampton
23/10
  • 23/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 26h 25m total
  • Melbourne to Rockhampton
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($47 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($10 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Rockhampton

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 18 9월 2025.

금 19/912:10MEL - ROK
1 stop5h 30mVirgin Australia
월 22/914:55ROK - MEL
1 stop4h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 17/9$480
금 24/1006:05MEL - ROK
1 stop5h 55mVirgin Australia
월 27/1014:50ROK - MEL
1 stop6h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 16/9$496
화 23/914:10MEL - ROK
1 stop4h 55mVirgin Australia
수 24/910:55ROK - MEL
1 stop7h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 17/9$499
목 2/1008:10MEL - ROK
1 stop10h 55mVirgin Australia
월 6/1008:20ROK - MEL
1 stop10h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 17/9$532
금 31/1006:00MEL - ROK
1 stop5h 15mVirgin Australia
금 7/1108:05ROK - MEL
1 stop11h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 15/9$535
화 23/921:40MEL - ROK
1 stop10h 05mVirgin Australia
일 5/414:55ROK - MEL
1 stop5h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 17/9$537
목 9/1006:30MEL - ROK
2 stops5h 30mVirgin Australia
월 13/1011:40ROK - MEL
1 stop6h 40mVirgin Australia
Deal found 16/9$585
수 17/914:10MEL - ROK
1 stop4h 55mVirgin Australia
수 1/1018:15ROK - MEL
1 stop5h 35mVirgin Australia
Deal found 16/9$591
목 23/1006:05MEL - ROK
1 stop5h 55mVirgin Australia
목 23/1016:00ROK - MEL
1 stop7h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 16/9$669

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to Rockhampton that are best for you.

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Melbourne

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Rockhampton

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneRockhampton

MEL - ROK

MELROK

Melbourne

금 24/10

06:05-11:00

1 stop5h 55m

Rockhampton

월 27/10

14:50-22:15

1 stop6h 25m

$496

MelbourneRockhampton

MEL - ROK

MELROK

Melbourne

목 2/10

08:10-19:05

1 stop10h 55m

Rockhampton

월 6/10

08:20-19:20

1 stop10h 00m

$532

MelbourneRockhampton

MEL - ROK

MELROK

Melbourne

금 31/10

06:00-10:15

1 stop5h 15m

Rockhampton

금 7/11

08:05-20:15

1 stop11h 10m

$535

MelbourneRockhampton

MEL - ROK

MELROK

Melbourne

목 9/10

06:30-11:00

2 stops5h 30m

Rockhampton

월 13/10

11:40-19:20

1 stop6h 40m

$585

MelbourneRockhampton

MEL - ROK

MELROK

Melbourne

일 2/11

07:10-10:15

1 stop4h 05m

Rockhampton

일 9/11

16:00-21:15

1 stop4h 15m

$604

MelbourneRockhampton

MEL - ROK

MELROK

Melbourne

목 23/10

06:05-11:00

1 stop5h 55m

Rockhampton

목 23/10

16:00-00:20

1 stop7h 20m

$669

MelbourneRockhampton

MEL - ROK

MELROK

Melbourne

일 2/11

19:00-07:25

2 stops13h 25m

Rockhampton

일 9/11

17:15-00:15

1 stop6h 00m

$811

MelbourneRockhampton

MEL - ROK

MELROK

Melbourne

금 24/10

06:00-11:40

1 stop6h 40m

Rockhampton

월 27/10

10:15-20:20

2 stops9h 05m

$838

MelbourneRockhampton

MEL - ROK

MELROK

Melbourne

목 23/10

06:10-07:35

1 stop26h 25m

$225

MelbourneRockhampton

MEL - ROK

MELROK

Melbourne

화 25/11

15:10-19:05

1 stop4h 55m

$235

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 16/9

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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 Airport to Rockhampton

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport 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 12 September 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Melbourne Airport to Rockhampton may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 87 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 Melbourne Airport to Rockhampton?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Rockhampton (average of $258). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Rockhampton in October is currently the most expensive (average of $323). 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 18 9월 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Melbourne Airport to Rockhampton in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 34% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.

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 18 9월 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways from Melbourne Airport to Rockhampton to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Food

6.4

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.

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Food

6.4

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.

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Food

6.4

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?

    For a flight from Melbourne to Rockhampton, you will be flying into Rockhampton. Rockhampton (ROK) is just 3.1 km from the centre vof the city. Rockhampton is the only Rockhampton airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Melbourne per day. 2 airlines have flights to Rockhampton from Melbourne on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Rockhampton?

    A quick flight from Melbourne Airport to Rockhampton can take about 5h 55m. Virgin Australia provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $496. The distance from Melbourne Airport to Rockhampton is about 1675 km.

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

    Flying on Virgin Australia is currently your cheapest option to Rockhampton, with prices starting at $422. Another option worth looking into is Qantas Airways, starting at $489 round trip. Virgin Australia is priced at 18% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • 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 Airport to Rockhampton?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Rockhampton (average of $258). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Rockhampton in October is currently the most expensive (average of $323). 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$422Average$510FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$489Average$913FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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