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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Rockhampton from $234

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 31/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — ROK
23 Jul — 30 Jul1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Rockhampton are usually found in May or February, booked 75 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 July 2025.

Round-trip from

$481

One-way from

$234

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$582
Virgin Australia
  • Virgin Australia
  • 21/8-25/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 16h 20m total
  • Melbourne to Rockhampton
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Virgin Australia
  • Virgin Australia
  • 31/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 4h 35m total
  • Melbourne to Rockhampton
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($36 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
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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 18 July 2025.

Thu 21/807:10MEL - ROK
1 stop11h 55mVirgin Australia
Mon 25/814:55ROK - MEL
1 stop4h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 18/7$481
Thu 21/806:30MEL - ROK
2 stops12h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 25/807:05ROK - MEL
1 stop4h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/7$523
Sun 31/807:30MEL - ROK
2 stops7h 55mQantas Airways
Sun 7/917:15ROK - MEL
2 stops6h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/7$1,020

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Rockhampton 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 18 July 2025.
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

Thu 21/8

07:10-19:05

1 stop11h 55m

Rockhampton

Mon 25/8

14:55-19:20

1 stop4h 25m

$481

MelbourneRockhampton

MEL - ROK

MELROK

Melbourne

Thu 21/8

06:30-19:05

2 stops12h 35m

Rockhampton

Mon 25/8

07:05-11:20

1 stop4h 15m

$523

MelbourneRockhampton

MEL - ROK

MELROK

Melbourne

Sun 31/8

07:30-15:25

2 stops7h 55m

Rockhampton

Sun 7/9

17:15-23:35

2 stops6h 20m

$1,020

MelbourneRockhampton

MEL - ROK

MELROK

Melbourne

Mon 1/9

18:55-16:35

2 stops21h 40m

Rockhampton

Mon 8/9

18:50-08:05

2 stops37h 15m

$1,711

MelbourneRockhampton

MEL - ROK

MELROK

Melbourne

Fri 31/10

06:40-10:15

1 stop4h 35m

$234

MelbourneRockhampton

MEL - ROK

MELROK

Melbourne

Fri 15/8

06:30-19:05

2 stops12h 35m

$284

MelbourneRockhampton

MEL - ROK

MELROK

Melbourne

Fri 31/10

18:00-16:30

3 stops23h 30m

$955

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Deals found on 17/7

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 11 July 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 75 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 July 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 July 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, andVirgin Australia 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.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
496 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,July 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
496 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
496 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,July 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
881 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
496 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,July 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
408 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
496 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,July 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

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.

  • 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 $481. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Qantas Airways and Air New Zealand, with the lowest prices starting at $1,020 and $1,711, respectively. Virgin Australia is priced at 11% 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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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 18 July 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$436Average$532FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$586Average$829FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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