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$86+ Cheap flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Brisbane (BNE)

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 3/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — BNE
Feb 26 — Mar 51
Wed 2/26
Wed 3/5
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Melbourne to Brisbane are usually found in May or February, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Brisbane

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to Brisbane (BNE). 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 February 21, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$121
(Jetstar)

One-way from

$86
(Jetstar)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$160

Good round-trip deal

$240 or less

Good one-way deal

$91 or less
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Brisbane
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Brisbane. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 21, 2025.

This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Jetstar is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/16:10 amMEL - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Tue 4/111:15 amBNE - MEL
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 2/20$121
This OneTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure OneTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/52:40 pmMEL - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mVirgin Australia
Sun 3/97:55 amBNE - MEL
Nonstop2h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 2/20$189
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/82:10 pmMEL - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 3/166:30 amBNE - MEL
Nonstop2h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$201
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/186:00 amMEL - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mQantas Airways
Mon 7/219:20 pmBNE - MEL
Nonstop2h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 2/20$254
This Link Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Link Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/32:40 pmMEL - BNE
1 stop4h 05mLink Airways
Sun 4/69:45 amBNE - MEL
1 stop4h 25mLink Airways
Deal found 2/20$752
This VietJet Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure VietJet Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/271:30 amMEL - BNE
1 stop21h 40mVietJet Air
Mon 3/3111:30 pmBNE - MEL
1 stop22h 05mVietJet Air
Deal found 2/20$1,107

Find flights from Melbourne to Brisbane within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Brisbane 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 21, 2025.

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MelbourneBrisbane

MEL - BNE

MELBNE

Melbourne

Tue 4/1

6:10 am-7:20 am

Nonstop2h 10m

Brisbane

Tue 4/1

8:15 pm-11:40 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

$121

MelbourneBrisbane

MEL - BNE

MELBNE

Melbourne

Wed 3/5

2:40 pm-3:50 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

Brisbane

Sun 3/9

7:55 am-11:15 am

Nonstop2h 20m

$189

MelbourneBrisbane

MEL - BNE

MELBNE

Melbourne

Sat 3/8

2:10 pm-3:20 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

Brisbane

Sun 3/16

6:30 am-9:50 am

Nonstop2h 20m

$201

MelbourneBrisbane

MEL - BNE

MELBNE

Melbourne

Fri 7/18

6:00 am-8:10 am

Nonstop2h 10m

Brisbane

Mon 7/21

9:20 pm-11:40 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

$254

MelbourneBrisbane

MEL - BNE

MELBNE

Melbourne

Thu 4/3

2:40 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop4h 05m

Brisbane

Sun 4/6

9:45 am-2:10 pm

1 stop4h 25m

$752

MelbourneBrisbane

MEL - BNE

MELBNE

Melbourne

Thu 3/27

1:30 am-10:10 pm

1 stop21h 40m

Brisbane

Mon 3/31

11:30 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop22h 05m

$1,107

MelbourneBrisbane

MEL - BNE

MELBNE

Melbourne

Sat 3/22

6:50 pm-8:05 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$86

MelbourneBrisbane

MEL - BNE

MELBNE

Melbourne

Mon 3/3

8:50 pm-10:00 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

$97

MelbourneBrisbane

MEL - BNE

MELBNE

Melbourne

Thu 2/27

7:20 am-8:35 am

Nonstop2h 15m

$134

MelbourneBrisbane

MEL - BNE

MELBNE

Melbourne

Fri 3/28

9:50 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops16h 40m

$219

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Melbourne to Brisbane in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Melbourne Airport-Brisbane flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Melbourne Airport-Brisbane flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Melbourne Airport-Brisbane flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Melbourne Airport-Brisbane flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Melbourne Airport-Brisbane flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Brisbane

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Brisbane from Melbourne with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Melbourne to Brisbane

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Melbourne to Brisbane including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Melbourne to Brisbane. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Melbourne Airport to Brisbane may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 90 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 Brisbane?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Brisbane (average of $1,035). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Brisbane in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,678). 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 BNE?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Brisbane. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 21, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Melbourne Airport to Brisbane in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 43% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Melbourne to Brisbane. Price data was last updated on February 16, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne Airport to Brisbane flight should consider departing on Sunday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Melbourne Airport to Brisbane

Explore weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Brisbane. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated February 21, 2025.

The most flights from MEL to BNE are scheduled on a Thursday (126 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (66 on average).

Rainfall in Brisbane by month

Plan your trip to Brisbane by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Brisbane ranges from 1.2 - 6.7 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 6.7 in. September is typically the driest time to visit Brisbane when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

Temperature in Brisbane by month

Plan your trip to Brisbane by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Brisbane, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 59.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Brisbane

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Brisbane. 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 Brisbane. Reviews last updated February 21, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Melbourne to Brisbane, see what other customers have to say about Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways and Jetstar. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
416 reviews

Entertainment

6.3

Crew

8.1

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Simon,Oct 2024

BNE - SYD

Original flight from Brisbane to Melbourne was cancelled. Given this Brisbane to Sydney trip as only alternate. Meant I missed spending 6hrs with my dying mother. Delays all the way through the airport then a crappy flight to Sydney ( for a 1.5hr layover). Poor form Virgin. Customer service is no longer important at Virgin.

Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
416 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
416 reviews

Entertainment

6.3

Crew

8.1

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Simon,Oct 2024

BNE - SYD

Original flight from Brisbane to Melbourne was cancelled. Given this Brisbane to Sydney trip as only alternate. Meant I missed spending 6hrs with my dying mother. Delays all the way through the airport then a crappy flight to Sydney ( for a 1.5hr layover). Poor form Virgin. Customer service is no longer important at Virgin.

Qantas Airways
7.4
Good
814 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
416 reviews

Entertainment

6.3

Crew

8.1

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Simon,Oct 2024

BNE - SYD

Original flight from Brisbane to Melbourne was cancelled. Given this Brisbane to Sydney trip as only alternate. Meant I missed spending 6hrs with my dying mother. Delays all the way through the airport then a crappy flight to Sydney ( for a 1.5hr layover). Poor form Virgin. Customer service is no longer important at Virgin.

Jetstar
6.6
Okay
444 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
416 reviews

Entertainment

6.3

Crew

8.1

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Simon,Oct 2024

BNE - SYD

Original flight from Brisbane to Melbourne was cancelled. Given this Brisbane to Sydney trip as only alternate. Meant I missed spending 6hrs with my dying mother. Delays all the way through the airport then a crappy flight to Sydney ( for a 1.5hr layover). Poor form Virgin. Customer service is no longer important at Virgin.

VietJet Air
5.6
Fair
139 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
416 reviews

Entertainment

6.3

Crew

8.1

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Simon,Oct 2024

BNE - SYD

Original flight from Brisbane to Melbourne was cancelled. Given this Brisbane to Sydney trip as only alternate. Meant I missed spending 6hrs with my dying mother. Delays all the way through the airport then a crappy flight to Sydney ( for a 1.5hr layover). Poor form Virgin. Customer service is no longer important at Virgin.

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from Melbourne to Brisbane, you will be flying into Brisbane. Brisbane (BNE) is just 7.7 mi from the center of the city. Brisbane is the only Brisbane airport and it handles 97 inbound flights from Melbourne per day. 4 airlines have flights to Brisbane from Melbourne on a regular basis.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Melbourne Airport to Brisbane round-trip from $121. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Virgin Australia, from $189, and Qantas Airways, from $253. Jetstar is priced at 34% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    $86 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Jetstar. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways, with prices starting from $97 and $134, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne Airport to Brisbane?

    Consider Air Canada (90%), LATAM Airlines (90%) or Air Niugini (90%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Melbourne Airport to Brisbane.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to Brisbane?

    The cheapest flight price from Melbourne Airport to Brisbane is $59. On average you can expect to pay $202. The most popular route, (Melbourne - Brisbane), can usually be booked for $142.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Brisbane (average of $1,035). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Brisbane in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,678). 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 4 airlines flying from Melbourne to Brisbane

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Brisbane. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$118Average$170FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$141Average$266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
RexCheapest$153Average$226FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$160Average$290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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