S$148 Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Brisbane

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Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Brisbane (MEL-BNE)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at S$148 for one-way flights and S$340 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Virgin Australia
Fri, 29 Aug - Sun, 7 Sep
MEL
Melbourne
BNE
Brisbane
S$340 Return, found 3 days ago
S$340
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Fri, 29 Aug from Melbourne to Brisbane, returning Sun, 7 Sep, priced at S$340 found 3 days ago
Virgin Australia
Thu, 28 Aug - Mon, 1 Sep
MEL
Melbourne
BNE
Brisbane
S$341 Return, found 2 days ago
S$341
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Thu, 28 Aug from Melbourne to Brisbane, returning Mon, 1 Sep, priced at S$341 found 2 days ago
Virgin Australia
Thu, 28 Aug - Thu, 4 Sep
MEL
Melbourne
BNE
Brisbane
S$342 Return, found 1 hour ago
S$342
Return
found 1 hour ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Thu, 28 Aug from Melbourne to Brisbane, returning Thu, 4 Sep, priced at S$342 found 1 hour ago
Qantas Airways
Wed, 13 Aug - Thu, 21 Aug
MEL
Melbourne
BNE
Brisbane
S$348 Return, found 2 days ago
S$348
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Wed, 13 Aug from Melbourne to Brisbane, returning Thu, 21 Aug, priced at S$348 found 2 days ago
Qantas Airways
Thu, 28 Aug - Thu, 4 Sep
MEL
Melbourne
BNE
Brisbane
S$349 Return, found 1 hour ago
S$349
Return
found 1 hour ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Thu, 28 Aug from Melbourne to Brisbane, returning Thu, 4 Sep, priced at S$349 found 1 hour ago
Jetstar
Thu, 16 Oct - Sun, 19 Oct
MEL
Melbourne
BNE
Brisbane
S$350 Return, found 2 days ago
S$350
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Thu, 16 Oct from Melbourne to Brisbane, returning Sun, 19 Oct, priced at S$350 found 2 days ago
Virgin Australia
Fri, 10 Oct - Mon, 13 Oct
MEL
Melbourne
BNE
Brisbane
S$351 Return, found 5 days ago
S$351
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Fri, 10 Oct from Melbourne to Brisbane, returning Mon, 13 Oct, priced at S$351 found 5 days ago
Virgin Australia
Thu, 28 Aug - Thu, 4 Sep
MEL
Melbourne
BNE
Brisbane
S$352 Return, found 1 hour ago
S$352
Return
found 1 hour ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Thu, 28 Aug from Melbourne to Brisbane, returning Thu, 4 Sep, priced at S$352 found 1 hour ago
Virgin Australia
Fri, 29 Aug - Sun, 7 Sep
MEL
Melbourne
BNE
Brisbane
S$359 Return, found 3 days ago
S$359
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Fri, 29 Aug from Melbourne to Brisbane, returning Sun, 7 Sep, priced at S$359 found 3 days ago
Link Airways
Thu, 28 Aug - Sun, 31 Aug
MEL
Melbourne
BNE
Brisbane
S$1,159 Return, found 2 days ago
S$1,159
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Link Airways flight, departing Thu, 28 Aug from Melbourne to Brisbane, returning Sun, 31 Aug, priced at S$1,159 found 2 days ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne (MEL) to Brisbane (BNE)

August is typically the cheapest month to fly

From S$157 - S$217 per traveller.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Melbourne to Brisbane route information
Origin airport
Tullamarine
Destination airport
Brisbane
Airlines serving
Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia
Return price
S$339
Distance
1372 km
Average flight time
2 hours 8 mins

Flights from Melbourne to Brisbane

There are several airlines that operate frequent flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Brisbane (BNE) including

The earliest flight leaves Tullamarine Airport at 06:00 and arrives at Brisbane QLD Airport at 07:10. The last flight of the day departs Melbourne at 21:20 and arrives at Brisbane at 23:10.

The flight distance from Melbourne to Brisbane is about 1382 km, the shortest flight is 02 hours 10 minutes with Virgin Australia.

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from MEL to BNE?
Within the past 7 days on Expedia, for flights departing within the next year, the lowest price available for a round-trip journey between MEL and BNE was S$340. Great fares don't stick around for long, so make sure you book yours ASAP. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Brisbane Airport?
The majority of flights can be cancelled online, but whether or not you incur a fee differs between airlines. If you do have to cancel your holiday, follow the easy instructions in the Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Brisbane Airport (BNE) that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for MEL to BNE flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How many hours is the flight from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to BNE?
It only takes about 2 hours and 10 minutes to journey from Tullamarine Airport to Brisbane Airport --- just enough time for a short snooze. You'll be starting your descent into Brisbane by the time you wake up.
How far is the flight from Tullamarine Airport to Brisbane Airport (BNE)?
You might not get through a whole movie on this flight --- it's only 1,400 kilometres from Melbourne to Brisbane. Sit down, order some food and you'll be in Brisbane before long.
Which airlines fly direct from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to BNE?
Check out the deals on offer with these top carriers and book your ticket from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to BNE today:

  • Virgin Australia - (VA) with 391 monthly flights
  • Qantas - (QF) with 325 monthly flights
  • Jetstar - (JQ) with 130 monthly flights
  • Rex Regional Express - (ZL) with 52 monthly flights

Are MEL to Brisbane Airport flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Booking last minute from MEL to BNE can be hit-or-miss. It is possible to find a bargain, but you could also completely miss out! If you'd prefer to play it safe and start your trip planning early on, Expedia compares flight deals up to a year in advance. Just remember that not all airlines list their prices so far in advance. Our top tip? Check back often as updates are made regularly.

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