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$90+ Cheap flights from Brisbane (BNE) to Melbourne (MEL)

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 5/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BNE — MEL
Dec 23 — Dec 301
Mon 12/23
Mon 12/30
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Brisbane to Melbourne are usually found in April or August, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Brisbane to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Brisbane (BNE) to Melbourne (MEL). 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 December 18, 2024.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$121
(Jetstar)

One-way from

$90
(Kiwi.com)

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December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$242
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This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Fri 12/278:05 amBNE - MEL
1 stop6h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/229:00 pmMEL - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/18$185
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/278:55 pmBNE - MEL
Nonstop2h 20mJetstar
Wed 1/226:10 amMEL - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 12/18$202
This Virgin Australia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Virgin Australia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/186:05 pmBNE - MEL
1 stop4h 00mVirgin Australia
Wed 1/293:10 pmMEL - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 12/17$204
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Mon 12/305:00 amBNE - MEL
Nonstop2h 20mQantas Airways
Tue 12/316:00 amMEL - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 12/18$275
This VietJet Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Fri 12/2711:40 pmBNE - MEL
1 stop22h 55mVietJet Air
Thu 1/301:30 amMEL - BNE
1 stop21h 40mVietJet Air
Deal found 12/18$1,646

Find flights from Brisbane to Melbourne within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Brisbane to Melbourne 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 December 18, 2024.

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BrisbaneMelbourne

BNE - MEL

BNEMEL

Brisbane

Wed 1/29

7:00 am-10:20 am

Nonstop2h 20m

Melbourne

Wed 1/29

5:20 pm-6:30 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

$121

BrisbaneMelbourne

BNE - MEL

BNEMEL

Brisbane

Fri 1/17

8:55 pm-12:15 am

Nonstop2h 20m

Melbourne

Fri 1/24

6:50 pm-8:05 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$151

BrisbaneMelbourne

BNE - MEL

BNEMEL

Brisbane

Tue 1/7

4:55 pm-8:15 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

Melbourne

Fri 1/10

7:50 pm-9:00 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

$160

BrisbaneMelbourne

BNE - MEL

BNEMEL

Brisbane

Thu 1/30

4:25 pm-7:45 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

Melbourne

Sun 2/2

9:25 pm-10:40 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$225

BrisbaneMelbourne

BNE - MEL

BNEMEL

Brisbane

Thu 1/30

8:15 am-12:40 pm

2 stops27h 25m

Melbourne

Sun 2/2

3:55 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop4h 05m

$712

BrisbaneMelbourne

BNE - MEL

BNEMEL

Brisbane

Thu 1/23

11:40 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop22h 55m

Melbourne

Tue 1/28

1:30 am-10:10 pm

1 stop21h 40m

$1,344

BrisbaneMelbourne

BNE - MEL

BNEMEL

Brisbane

Thu 5/8

11:45 am-2:10 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

$90

BrisbaneMelbourne

BNE - MEL

BNEMEL

Brisbane

Sat 2/1

9:10 am-5:20 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$109

BrisbaneMelbourne

BNE - MEL

BNEMEL

Brisbane

Wed 12/25

6:45 pm-10:05 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

$112

BrisbaneMelbourne

BNE - MEL

BNEMEL

Brisbane

Fri 1/17

8:30 am-1:55 pm

1 stop4h 25m

$438

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Brisbane to Melbourne in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice 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 Brisbane-Melbourne Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Brisbane-Melbourne Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Brisbane-Melbourne Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Brisbane-Melbourne Airport 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 Brisbane-Melbourne Airport 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 Brisbane to Melbourne

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Travel insights for flights from Brisbane to Melbourne

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Brisbane to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2024.

The best time to book flights from Brisbane to Melbourne Airport is 90 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Brisbane to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,071). Flying from Brisbane to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,576). 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 BNE to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Brisbane to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 18, 2024.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Brisbane to Melbourne Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 38% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Brisbane to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from Brisbane to Melbourne Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Brisbane to Melbourne. 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 December 18, 2024.

The most flights from BNE to MEL are scheduled on a Monday (131 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (68 on average).

Rainfall in Melbourne by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne Airport ranges from 1.2 - 2.4 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.4 in. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne Airport when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

Temperature in Melbourne by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne Airport, 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 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 46.4 F).

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 December 18, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Brisbane to Melbourne, such as VietJet Air, Jetstar and Virgin Australia. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
497 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
497 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
497 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
459 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
497 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
809 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
497 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

Jetstar
6.6
Okay
484 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
497 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

VietJet Air
5.6
Fair
154 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
497 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from Brisbane to Melbourne, you will be flying from Brisbane. Brisbane (BNE) is just 7.7 mi from the center of the city. Brisbane is the only Brisbane airport and it handles 104 outbound flights to Melbourne per day. 4 airlines have flights to Melbourne from Brisbane on a regular basis.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Brisbane to Melbourne Airport round-trip from $121. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Virgin Australia, from $160, and Qantas Airways, from $225. Jetstar is currently priced 35% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Brisbane to Melbourne Airport are Jetstar ($90), Virgin Australia ($109), and Qantas Airways ($112).

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Brisbane to Melbourne Airport are American Airlines (81%), United Airlines (80%) and SriLankan Airlines (67%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Brisbane to Melbourne Airport is $78. On average you can expect to pay $536. The most popular route, (Brisbane - Melbourne), can usually be booked for $138.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Brisbane to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,071). Flying from Brisbane to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,576). 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 Brisbane to Melbourne

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Brisbane to Melbourne. 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 December 18, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$96Average$179FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
RexCheapest$151Average$249FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$160Average$274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$239Average$415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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