Flying from Melbourne to Brisbane Airport (BNE): what you need to know
Start your journey at one of Melbourne's main airports, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) or Avalon Airport (AVV). Check out your options for booking a flight from Melbourne to Brisbane Airport (BNE) taking off from either of these.
2 hours 8 minutes is the average journey time for a direct flight from Melbourne to Brisbane Airport.
The timezone in Brisbane is UTC+10, which is 1 hour behind Melbourne. Brisbane Airport is located in Brisbane.
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Brisbane Airport (BNE) is the most popular route. There are 978 direct weekly departures to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, take the last flight with Jetstar at 22:35. Opt for the first MEL to BNE departure with Virgin Australia at 06:00 if you want to get going earlier.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from Melbourne to BNE.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Melbourne to Brisbane Airport (BNE) leave from this terminal.
You'll have your choice of airlines that offer direct flights from Melbourne to Brisbane Airport leaving from MEL. Book your journey with one of these:
MEL is about 24 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful traveller tool will show you the quickest route and available public transport options.
Catching an early flight from Melbourne to Brisbane Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
About Brisbane Airport (BNE)
Reserve a hotel near BNE if you're taking a late flight from Melbourne to Brisbane Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to central Brisbane
Brisbane Airport to the centre of Brisbane is about 23 minutes by car. It's approximately 21 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
Getting there by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Brisbane Airport (BNE)
Lock in a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Brisbane Airport from Rs15,864 or travel return from just Rs31,731. The prices shown are based on availability and could change when you book.
Book 10 months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from Melbourne to BNE.
The cheapest month for tickets from Melbourne to Brisbane Airport is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your plans.
Set up a Price Alert and track any changes on this route through email or push notifications. You'll be the first to know when prices fall. Timing matters when searching for flight tickets from Melbourne to BNE.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Brisbane Airport (BNE)
April is the quietest time to travel to Brisbane. Alternatively, join the crowds and take off in July. This is the most popular month for flights from Melbourne to Brisbane Airport.
Book your flight from Melbourne to BNE for January if you're eager to head to the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Brisbane to range from 21ºC to 30ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Melbourne to Brisbane Airport in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºC and 21ºC on average.
More about Brisbane
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