Cheap Flights from Brisbane to Melbourne
Round-trip economy fares between Brisbane (BNE) and Melbourne (MEL) average A$221 across the year. Book for June and typical prices fall to A$172. The 1,381 km hop takes about 2.2 hours non-stop, and the nicest window to visit Melbourne is October – April (southern summer; March for festivals).
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Average round-trip economy fare by departure month. June is the statistical sweet spot at A$172.
| Month | Avg. round-trip | vs. yearly average |
|---|---|---|
| January | A$274 | +A$53 |
| February | A$243 | +A$22 |
| March | A$230 | +A$9 |
| April | A$208 | −A$13 |
| May | A$186 | −A$35 |
| June Cheapest | A$172 | −A$49 |
| July | A$177 | −A$44 |
| August | A$190 | −A$31 |
| September | A$208 | −A$13 |
| October | A$230 | +A$9 |
| November | A$243 | +A$22 |
| December | A$283 | +A$62 |
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Brisbane to Melbourne flight FAQs
- What is the cheapest month to fly from Brisbane to Melbourne?
- June is typically cheapest, with round-trips from A$172 — about A$49 under the yearly average of A$221.
- How long is the flight from Brisbane to Melbourne?
- Non-stop services cover the 1,381 km route in roughly 2.2 hours.
- When is the best time to visit Melbourne?
- October – April (southern summer; March for festivals). Entry requirements: ETA / eVisitor authorisation required before boarding.