Journey information
Overview: Brisbane to Melbourne flight
Flights from Brisbane to Melbourne depart on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 27m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £54 if you book in advance.
There are 6 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:05, the last at 22:50. The fastest flight covers the 1375 km distance in 2h 25m. July is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 1375 km |
Average flight duration 2h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £54 |
Flights per day 12 |
Direct flights 6 |
Fastest flight 2h 25m |
Cheapest month to travel July |
First flight 05:05 |
Last flight 22:50 |
The cheapest and fastest flights from Brisbane to Melbourne
Cheapest price
£218
Average price
£779
Fastest journey
2 h 20 m
Average duration
2 h 20 m
Flights per day
63
Distance
1375 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Brisbane to Melbourne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brisbane to Melbourne will cost around £779 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £218.
Of the 63 flights that leave Brisbane for Melbourne every day 25 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct flights cover the 1375 km distance in an average of 2 h 20 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .
The slowest flights will take 2 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Brisbane to Melbourne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £54. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £54, and a train costs an average of £2367.
Distance: 1375 km
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£100 Average Price Cheapest | £243 Average Price | £2367 Average Price |
5h 27m Average total duration Fastest 2h 27m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 40h 0m Average total duration 39h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 52h 0m Average total duration 51h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Brisbane to Melbourne flight times
The table below shows live departures for Brisbane to Melbourne flights for today, Saturday 13 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:15 Brisbane | 2h25 | 13:40 Melbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
JQ561 | 20:00 Brisbane | 2h20 | 22:20 Melbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
VA1384 · VA218 | 20:00 Brisbane | 6h30 | 02:30 Melbourne | 1 change | |
VA1384 · VA216 | 20:00 Brisbane | 5h30 | 01:30 Melbourne | 1 change | |
JQ811 · JQ513 | 20:10 Brisbane | 5h15 | 01:25 Melbourne | 1 change | |
VA308 | 20:55 Brisbane | 2h20 | 23:15 Melbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
JQ813 · JQ515 | 21:35 Brisbane | 5h25 | 03:00 Melbourne | 1 change | |
VA314 | 21:55 Brisbane | 2h20 | 00:15 Melbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
JQ563 | 22:10 Brisbane | 2h25 | 00:35 Melbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
VA775 · VA1292 | 22:35 Brisbane | 6h35 | 05:10 Melbourne | 1 change | |
VA1388 · VA226 | 22:40 Brisbane | 7h00 | 05:40 Melbourne | 1 change | |
VA1388 · VA224 | 22:40 Brisbane | 5h50 | 04:30 Melbourne | 1 change | |
VA1210 · VA252 | 22:50 Brisbane | 22h00 | 20:50 Melbourne | 1 change | |
VA1210 · VA268 | 22:50 Brisbane | 5h50 | 04:40 Melbourne | 1 change | |
VA1210 · VA274 | 22:50 Brisbane | 7h00 | 05:50 Melbourne | 1 change | |
VA318 | 22:55 Brisbane | 2h20 | 01:15 Melbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
VA1102 · VA1594 | 23:10 Brisbane | 7h15 | 06:25 Melbourne | 1 change | |
JQ815 · JQ519 | 23:40 Brisbane | 5h25 | 05:05 Melbourne | 1 change | |
VA4005 · VA4006 | 23:45 Brisbane | 4h25 | 04:10 Melbourne | 1 change | |
VA322 | 23:55 Brisbane | 2h20 | 02:15 Melbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
VA1392 · VA234 | 00:45 Brisbane | 6h55 | 07:40 Melbourne | 1 change | |
VA1392 · VA226 | 00:45 Brisbane | 4h55 | 05:40 Melbourne | 1 change | |
VA324 | 00:55 Brisbane | 2h20 | 03:15 Melbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
VA368 | 01:25 Brisbane | 2h20 | 03:45 Melbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
VA326 | 01:55 Brisbane | 2h20 | 04:15 Melbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
JQ565 | 02:05 Brisbane | 2h25 | 04:30 Melbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
JQ817 · JQ529 | 02:45 Brisbane | 5h25 | 08:10 Melbourne | 1 change | |
VA1394 · VA236 | 03:05 Brisbane | 5h35 | 08:40 Melbourne | 1 change | |
VA1394 · VA234 | 03:05 Brisbane | 4h35 | 07:40 Melbourne | 1 change | |
JQ567 | 03:15 Brisbane | 2h25 | 05:40 Melbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
JQ819 · JQ533 | 03:45 Brisbane | 5h25 | 09:10 Melbourne | 1 change | |
VA332 | 03:55 Brisbane | 2h20 | 06:15 Melbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
JQ569 | 04:00 Brisbane | 2h25 | 06:25 Melbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
VA334 | 04:55 Brisbane | 2h20 | 07:15 Melbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
VA958 · VA876 | 05:05 Brisbane | 3h45 | 08:50 Melbourne | 1 change | |
VA1220 · VA274 | 05:10 Brisbane | 24h40 | 05:50 Melbourne | 1 change | |
VA1220 · VA252 | 05:10 Brisbane | 15h40 | 20:50 Melbourne | 1 change | |
VA1220 · VA268 | 05:10 Brisbane | 23h25 | 04:35 Melbourne | 1 change | |
VA336 | 05:55 Brisbane | 2h20 | 08:15 Melbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
JQ571 | 06:00 Brisbane | 2h20 | 08:20 Melbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
VA966 · VA810 | 06:35 Brisbane | 15h15 | 21:50 Melbourne | 1 change | |
VA966 · VA804 | 06:35 Brisbane | 14h30 | 21:05 Melbourne | 1 change | |
VA1006 · VA1335 | 06:50 Brisbane | 5h25 | 12:15 Melbourne | 1 change | |
VA342 | 06:55 Brisbane | 2h20 | 09:15 Melbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
JQ573 | 07:05 Brisbane | 2h20 | 09:25 Melbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
VA970 · VA804 | 07:05 Brisbane | 14h00 | 21:05 Melbourne | 1 change | |
VA970 · VA810 | 07:05 Brisbane | 14h45 | 21:50 Melbourne | 1 change | |
VA344 | 07:25 Brisbane | 2h20 | 09:45 Melbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
VA1402 · VA248 | 07:45 Brisbane | 4h35 | 12:20 Melbourne | 1 change | |
VA346 | 07:55 Brisbane | 2h20 | 10:15 Melbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
JQ575 | 08:00 Brisbane | 2h20 | 10:20 Melbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
VA978 · VA810 | 08:05 Brisbane | 13h45 | 21:50 Melbourne | 1 change | |
VA978 · VA804 | 08:05 Brisbane | 13h00 | 21:05 Melbourne | 1 change | |
VA352 | 08:55 Brisbane | 2h20 | 11:15 Melbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
VA990 · VA898 | 09:50 Brisbane | 26h15 | 12:05 Melbourne | 1 change | |
VA990 · VA804 | 09:50 Brisbane | 11h15 | 21:05 Melbourne | 1 change | |
VA990 · VA810 | 09:50 Brisbane | 12h00 | 21:50 Melbourne | 1 change | |
VA354 | 09:55 Brisbane | 2h20 | 12:15 Melbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
VA1228 · VA284 | 10:25 Brisbane | 22h45 | 09:10 Melbourne | 1 change | |
VA1228 · VA268 | 10:25 Brisbane | 18h10 | 04:35 Melbourne | 1 change | |
VA1228 · VA274 | 10:25 Brisbane | 19h25 | 05:50 Melbourne | 1 change | |
VA1228 · VA252 | 10:25 Brisbane | 10h25 | 20:50 Melbourne | 1 change | |
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FAQs: Brisbane to Melbourne flights
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brisbane to Melbourne by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Melbourne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Flights from Brisbane to Melbourne generally leave from Brisbane and arrive in Melbourne.
Brisbane is 14.4 km away from Brisbane city centre and Melbourne is 22.5 km from Melbourne city centre.
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Important Stations and Airports in Brisbane and Melbourne
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops are available in both terminals, including duty-free and specialty stores like Australian Way and NewsLink.
- Parking available with options for short-term and long-term parking, approximately 3€ (AUD 5) per hour.
- Various restaurants are located in both domestic and intertiol terminals, including fast food and sit-down options like Hudsons Coffee and The Coffee Club.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps, toilets
- Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities.
- Hotels like the ibis Brisbane Airport Hotel are located within walking distance of the airport.
- Showers are available in the intertiol terminal, with a fee of around AUD 15 for use.
- Lounges available, including the Qantas Club and Virgin Australia Lounge, offering amenities like food, drinks, and showers.
- Lost and Found services are located in the main terminal, with assistance available at the information desk.
- Car rental services are available from major providers like Avis, Budget, and Hertz, located in the arrivals area.
- Airtrain, Domestic/Intertiol terminal, 20 minutes to city center
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops available in terminal 2, including duty-free and fashion stores.
- Parking available at terminal Car Parks, approximately 3€ (AUD 5) per hour.
- Various restaurants in terminal 2, including Asian and Italian cuisines.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available throughout the airport.
- Hotels within walking distance, including ParkRoyal Melbourne Airport.
- Showers available in terminal 2, free of charge.
- Lounges available in terminal 2, including Qantas and Virgin Australia lounges.
- Lost and Found located in terminal 2, near the check-in area.
- Car rental services available in terminal 1, including Avis and Hertz.
- SkyBus, Melbourne City Express, 30 minutes to Southern Cross Station
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