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Flight prices are per adult in Australian Dollars, based on payment at qantas.com by BPAY made 7 days or more before departure, or POLi. A fee applies for other payments. Fares may not be available on all flights or days. Some flights are operated by partner or subsidiary airlines. We will do our best to get you where you want to be on time, but we don’t guarantee flight times or schedules and they aren’t part of our contract with you.
Enjoy a meal or snack every time you fly with us, as well as a range of refreshments including beer and wine
Pack more into your trip with checked and carry-on baggage included in every fare.
We've introduced further flexibility on eligible Qantas operated flights. Booking and travel dates apply
Despite often having four seasons in one day, vibrant Melbourne is a cosmopolitan capital city with a thriving arts scene, blockbuster sporting events and an enviable list of bars. Besides its famed drawcards, there are hidden gems around every corner, so there’s always something new to discover in Melbourne.
View our Melbourne travel guideThere’s plenty to discover in Melbourne no matter the season but always be prepared for a change in the weather. In summer, the warm sunshine makes it perfect to explore the coast and nearby Great Ocean Road, while autumn and winter are chilly and all about watching AFL and indulging in the city’s famed restaurant and bar scene.
The approximate flight time for direct flights from Brisbane to Melbourne is 2 hours and 5 minutes.
On average, there are 14 flights per day from Brisbane to Melbourne, and a total of 100 flights per week.
Friday has the highest number of daily flights from Brisbane to Melbourne.
Get ready for your upcoming trip from Brisbane to Melbourne using the following information.
Brisbane Airport. Located a 30-minute drive from the city centre on Airport Drive at Eagle Farm, Brisbane Airport (BNE)Opens external site in a new window is the main airport serving Brisbane and South East Queensland. There are two terminals at Brisbane Airport: International (Qantas flights QF1-QF399) and Domestic (Qantas flights QF400 and above).
All passengers flying from Brisbane to Melbourne are allocated checked baggage. If extra luggage is needed, it can be purchased online before departure.
Passengers travelling from Brisbane to Melbourne can check-in online up to 24 hours in advance or check-in at the terminal.
Melbourne Airport. Located 20 km (12.5 miles) from the city centre, Melbourne Domestic AirportOpens external site in a new window (MEL), also known as Tullamarine Airport, is the main airport serving the state of Victoria. Qantas operates from two terminals in Melbourne T1 - domestic and T2 - international.
Once you touch down in Melbourne, you’ll be greeted by the friendly airport staff. Then there are multiple transport options available to get you on your way.
The most convenient way to reach Melbourne city centre is via taxi or rideshare, which can be accessed from beyond the terminal building. Otherwise, the SkyBus is cheap and connects the airport to Southern Cross Station.
Melbourne’s city centre is easy to navigate on foot, but for faster trips around the CBD, free trams are available. For longer journeys, purchase a reloadable myki card and enjoy unlimited access to Melbourne’s network of trains, buses and trams for the duration of your stay.
We want to ensure you enjoy the trip from Brisbane to Melbourne and arrive feeling refreshed and ready to experience everything the city offers.
Get your trip to Melbourne off to the right start with a check-in option that best suits your needs. Visit a kiosk or desk at Melbourne Airport to check in on arrival or use our online and mobile check-in services to check-in for your flight up to 24 hours before departure.
Baggage is included on your flight from Brisbane to Melbourne. Visit the baggage calculator to find out more.
If your flights were booked through a travel agency or third-party website, please contact them directly to discuss your options.
If your plans have changed or you no longer wish to travel, visit Manage Booking to change your travel dates or cancel your flight and request a flight credit to use towards a future flight. Please visit our Booking changes and other options page for more information.
If we’ve cancelled your Qantas flight, including your Classic Flight Reward booking, wait to hear from us before changing your booking. We’ll be contacting anyone whose flight has been impacted as soon as possible.
* Flight prices are per adult in Australian Dollars, based on payment at qantas.com by BPAY made 7 days or more before departure, POLi or Qantas issued UATP. For other payment options a percentage based fee applies, capped at a maximum per passenger of $22 for Domestic or $120 for International travel. Prices are not guaranteed until payment is made. Fares may not be available on all flights or days. Some flights are operated by partner or subsidiary airlines. Prices may fluctuate if taxes or foreign exchange rates change. Passengers booking Premium Economy may be seated in Economy on connecting flights. Check the fare rules for more details before booking. Inclusions vary between flights. All schedules subject to change, including last minute aircraft changes. QantasLink flights operated by Sunstate Airlines (Qld) Pty Ltd ABN 82 009 734 703, Eastern Australia Airlines Pty Ltd ABN 77 001 599 024, and National Jet Systems Pty Ltd ABN 11 008 279 203. Licence No per state: QLD - 407, NSW - 2TA000237, VIC - 30362, SA - TTA155, WA - 9TA52.
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+ Meals, beverages, entertainment and offerings vary between flights and cabins. Alcohol offered during select flight times on select flights.
~ This offer applies to Qantas operated flights for the following dates: Australian Domestic: booked between 21 May 2020 and 28 February 2022, for travel between 12 June 2020 and 28 February 2022. Trans-Tasman: booked between 15 October 2020 and 28 February 2022, for travel between 16 October 2020 and 28 February 2022. International: booked between 25 February 2021 and 28 February 2022, for travel between 1 November 2021 and 31 December 2022. If you decide to change the date of your travel, we'll waive the change fee. You'll need to change your flight before your scheduled date of departure and select a new travel date within 12 months of your original booking date. When you're ready to rebook, you'll also need to cover any fare increase for your new flight, if applicable. For all changes, your applicable Fare Rules and the Qantas Conditions of Carriage apply.
