Trip.com
>
Flights
>
Flights to Australia
>
Flights to Victoria
>
Cheap Flights to Melbourne
Hotels in Melbourne
>
Low Price Flights from Brisbane to Melbourne

Top Airlines Flying from Brisbane to Melbourne

Choose from 3 carriers that fly from Brisbane to Melbourne, including Jetstar Airways, Virgin Australia, and Qantas Airways. Enjoy the cheapest tickets on this route with Jetstar Airways.
Jetstar Airways logo Jetstar Airways Virgin Australia logo Virgin Australia Qantas Airways logo Qantas Airways

Cheap Flight Deals from Brisbane to Melbourne

Find direct flights from Brisbane to Melbourne within the next three months. Book one-way flights from AU$ 83 or return tickets from AU$ 173.

Crossed out prices are calculated based on the average price of the corresponding route on Trip.com.

Flight Information from Brisbane to Melbourne

The distance between Brisbane and Melbourne is about 1,383.01km. It takes around 2 hours 26 minutes on average to fly from Brisbane to Melbourne. The most popular month to Melbourne is March. The off-season for travel is May.

Cheapest one-way flight price AU$ 83
Cheapest return ticket price AU$ 173
Off-season for travel May
Peak season for travel March
Flight distance 1,383.01km
Average flight time 2 hours 26 minutes
Popular airline Jetstar Airways

Best Time to Book Flights from Brisbane to Melbourne

The cheapest time for Brisbane to Melbourne flights: Aug 17 to Aug 24 — one way flight prices from AU$ 82.

Cheapest flights
From price
Search
  • 20 27

  • Aug

    27 3
  • 3 10
  • 10 17
  • 17 24
  • 24 31

  • Sep

    31 7
  • 7 14
  • 14 21
  • 21 28

  • Oct

    28 5
  • 5 12
Displayed prices are calculated based on the cheapest average weekly prices of the corresponding route on Trip.com.

FAQ

  • When are flight from Brisbane (BNE) to Melbourne (MEL) the cheapest?

    Airlines adjust prices for flights from Brisbane to Melbourne based on the date and time of your booking. By analyzing data from all airlines, on Trip.com, you can find the lowest flight prices on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.

  • How much are flights from Brisbane (BNE) to Melbourne (MEL) cost?

    According to Trip.com's data, the lowest price is around AU$ 246.

  • How long is the flights from Brisbane (BNE) to Melbourne (MEL)?

    It takes about 2 hours 26 minutes to fly from Brisbane (BNE) to Melbourne (MEL).

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Brisbane (BNE) to Melbourne (MEL)?

    Airlines with flights from Brisbane (BNE) to Melbourne (MEL): Air India, Qatar Airways, China Eastern Airlines, Air New Zealand, Etihad Airways, United Airlines and Emirates.

  • How many airports in Melbourne (MEL)?

    There are 4 airport(s) in Melbourne (MEL): Avalon Airport, Moorabbin (Harry Hawker) Airport, Essendon Airport and Melbourne Airport.

How to find a cheap flight from Brisbane to Melbourne

Wait until the last minute and flight costs are often sky-high. Plan ahead, book the right way, and your savings can soar. We have loads of saving tips to help you find a cheap flight from Brisbane to Melbourne. Book your flights at the right time and save more.
1
Book Early
Once prices are gone, they're gone. Lock in deals while you can!
2
Compare Flight Prices
Compare prices on travel agency and airline websites.
3
Look Out for Deals
Check airline and travel agency websites for latest flight deals
4
Check One-way Fares
Buying two cheap one-way flights can sometimes be a better deal than a round-trip.
5
Try Different Dates
Flying during the week, early in the morning, or late at night can help save money.
6
Use the Trip.com App
Save up to £10 per person when booking your flights on Trip.com

Flying from Brisbane to Melbourne: What You Need to Know

Flight Duration is about 2 hours 25 minutes with no time difference (both in AEST/AEDT).​

  • ​Departure:​​ You’ll fly out of ​​Brisbane Airport (BNE)​​—the main hub. It’s busy, so get there ​​2 hours early​​.
  • Arrival:​​ Nearly all flights land at ​​Melbourne Airport (MEL)​​, Australia’s second-busiest. It’s 23 km northwest of downtown but easy to reach via ​​SkyBus​​ (21 AUD,30 mins to SouthernCross Station).​
  • Airlines:​ Qantas​ ​(huge on BNE−MEL),​ ​Virgin Australia​​, and​ ​Jetstar​ ​include a carry−on (+snacks on Qantas/Virgin). Fares 140–140–300+. Budget picks (​​Bonza/Jetstar​​): Fares as low as 70–70–$170, but ​​you’ll pay extra for everything​​ (bags, seats, carry-ons, snacks).
    ​​Fly or drive?​​ Driving takes ​​17+ hours (Pacific Mwy/A1)​​ with traffic/tolls/ferries. Flying saves two days—​​no contest​​.

Source from Unsplash: dsphers

Airport in Brisbane

Brisbane has one main airport, called Brisbane Airport (BNE). It has two terminals: a Domestic Terminal and an International Terminal. While there's only one airport, these two terminals handle all domestic and international flights, respectively. 

Brisbane Airport (BNE)​

  • ​​Location:​​ 17 km (10.5 miles) northeast of downtown Brisbane.
  • ​​Australia’s third-busiest airport​​ (23+ million passengers/year).
  • ​​Two integrated terminals:​​ ​​Domestic​​ (Qantas/Virgin/Jetstar) + ​​International​​ (T1).
  • ​​Terminals connected by:​​ Free ​​ATB Shuttle Bus​​ (runs every 10 mins, 5am–10pm; 5-min ride).
  • ​​Connection tip:​​ Allow 60+ mins for int’l → domestic transfers (re-clear security; no airside walk).
​​Getting from BNE to downtown Brisbane​
  • ​​​Airtrain:​​ Direct to Central Station (20 AUD, 25mins). Runs 5:30am–8:30pm.
  • Bus590: ​​To city via RBWH (5 AUD, 50+ mins; limited baggage space).
  • Taxi/Rideshare:​​ 50–65AUD to downtown (25–35mins; Airport Link tunnel toll 5.75).

Airports in Melbourne

Melbourne has four airports: Melbourne Airport (also known as Tullamarine), Avalon Airport, Essendon Airport, and Moorabbin Airport. Melbourne Airport is the main international and domestic airport. Avalon Airport is a secondary airport primarily serving Jetstar and is located near Geelong. Essendon and Moorabbin airports primarily handle general aviation and cargo flights. 


​​Melbourne Tullamarine Airport​

  • ​Location:​​ 23 km (14 miles) northwest of downtown Melbourne.
  • ​Australia’s second-busiest airport​​ (37+ million passengers/year).
  • ​​Four terminals:​​ T1 (Qantas Domestic), T2 (Int’l + Virgin), T3 (Domestic), T4 (Jetstar/Budget).
  • ​​Terminals connected by:​​ Free terminal transfer buses (5-min walk or shuttle, runs 24/7).
  • ​​Connection tip:​​ Allow 30+ mins for int’l → domestic transfers (re-check bags at T2).
Getting from MEL to downtown Melbourne​​
  • ​​SkyBus Avalon Express:​​ Direct to Southern Cross Station | ​​$25 AUD one-way​​ (55–65 mins).
  • ​​Taxi/Rideshare:​​ 58-80 AUD​ ​to down town (30-50 mins).
  • ​​Car Rental:​​ Recommend booking on Trip.com, which is essential for regional access.

Avalon Airport (AVV)​​

  • ​​Location:​​ ​​55 km (34 miles) southwest of downtown Melbourne.
  • ​​Victoria’s secondary international airport​​​​ (serving budget airlines + cargo).
  • ​​Single terminal:​​ ​​Combined domestic/international facility (Jetstar focus).
  • ​​Terminal transfers:​​ ​​​​N/A​​ – all gates accessible via unified check-in hall.
  • ​​Connection tip:​​ ​​No airside transfers required; int’l arrivals clear customs on-site.
​​Getting from AVV to Melbourne​​
  • ​​SkyBus Avalon Express:​​ Direct to Southern Cross Station | ​​$25 AUD one-way​​ (55–65 mins).
  • ​​Taxi/Rideshare:​​ 120–160 AUD​ ​to down town (60–75mins).
  • ​​Car Rental:​​ Recommend booking on Trip.com, which is essential for regional access.
  • ​​Public Transport (Budget):​​ Bus 456​​ to Lara Station (30 mins) → V/Line train to Southern Cross (40 mins). ​Total cost about $9 AUD (Myki card required).

​​Best Time to Fly to Melbourne (from Brisbane)​

  • ​Sweet spot:​​ ​​March–May (autumn)​​ or ​​September–November (spring)​​. Mild temps (12–22°C), festivals (F1 Grand Prix in April), fewer crowds.
  • ​​Summer (Dec–Feb):​​ Hot (25–40°C) but lively—New Year’s fireworks, Aus Open tennis. Book hotels months ahead.
  • ​​Winter (Jun–Aug):​​ Chilly (6–14°C), rainy. Flight/hotel deals abound (ski season in Alps 3 hrs away).

​​Where to Stay in Melbourne​

​Book Melbourne hotels on Trip.com! Free cancellation = no stress.

  • CBD/Docklands:​​ Best for first-timers. Walk to Flinders St Station, Crown Casino, Southbank restaurants. Hotels: Luxury (Crown Towers) to budget (Ibis).
  • South Yarra/Chapel Street:​​ Chic boutiques, cafes, art galleries. Upscale stays (Como MGallery) near Royal Botanic Gardens.
  • Fitzroy/Collingwood:​​ Hipster paradise. Street art, vinyl shops, craft breweries. Quirky B&Bs + retro apartments. Tram to CBD in 15 mins.
  • St Kilda:​​ Beach vibes, Luna Park, sunset pier strolls. Mid-range seafront hotels (Novotel) with tram access (40 mins to CBD).

More Cheap Flights & Deals on Trip.com