Question 1

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Hervey Bay?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest day to depart from Melbourne to Hervey Bay is on a Sunday. Travellers who choose to depart for Hervey Bay on a Sunday will often find tickets for as low as $272. When flying out on a Wednesday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Melbourne to Hervey Bay for around $345.

Question 2

What is the cheapest Melbourne to Hervey Bay flight route?

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Question 3

What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to Hervey Bay flights?

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Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Question 4

How often are flights from Melbourne to Hervey Bay delayed?

Accepted Answer

Historically, on average around 26% of flights between Melbourne and Hervey Bay have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 104 minutes.

Question 5

How many flights depart from Melbourne to Hervey Bay on average per week?

Accepted Answer

As of December 2025, there are 6 flights per week flying from Melbourne to Hervey Bay. The most common day of the week flights depart is Tue, with 33% of flights taking off on this day.

Question 6

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Hervey Bay?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest time of day to fly to Hervey Bay is at midday when flights can be purchased for as low as $286. In the evening is when there is more demand to fly to Hervey Bay, so prices are often more expensive at around $490 per ticket.

Question 7

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Melbourne to Hervey Bay flights?

Accepted Answer

According to our data, Jetstar have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 26% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Question 8

What is the cheapest month to fly to Hervey Bay?

Accepted Answer

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Hervey Bay. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $249. If you’re not able to fly to Hervey Bay in February, then May is your next best option. Flight prices from Melbourne to Hervey Bay during May average around $261.

Question 9

Which airlines fly to Hervey Bay?

Accepted Answer

Jetstar, Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Hervey Bay from Melbourne according to our data. Jetstar is the first choice among our users, with 67% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Hervey Bay. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Hervey Bay on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 10

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

Sunday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Thursday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Question 11

What cabin class options are available on Melbourne to Hervey Bay flights?

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There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Melbourne to Hervey Bay flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Question 12

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Melbourne to Hervey Bay?

Accepted Answer

Jetstar and Qantas Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to Hervey Bay

Question 13

How far in advance should I book a flight to Hervey Bay?

Accepted Answer

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Hervey Bay from Melbourne when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Hervey Bay for around $373 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Hervey Bay from Melbourne for as low as $291 on momondo.

Question 14

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne to Hervey Bay Airport?

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Prices for flights from Melbourne to Hervey Bay Airport refresh daily.

Question 15

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne to Hervey Bay Airport?

Accepted Answer

The number of operators available for flights from Melbourne to Hervey Bay Airport is 2 as of December 2025.

Question 16

How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne to Hervey Bay Airport?

Accepted Answer

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Melbourne to Hervey Bay Airport.

Question 17

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Hervey Bay Airport?

Accepted Answer

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Hervey Bay Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Hervey Bay Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Hervey Bay?

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Hervey Bay?

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Hervey Bay?

The cheapest time of day to fly to Hervey Bay is at midday when flights can be purchased for as low as $286. In the evening is when there is more demand to fly to Hervey Bay, so prices are often more expensive at around $490 per ticket.

What is the cheapest Melbourne to Hervey Bay flight route?

Fly from Melbourne to Hervey Bay for the best Melbourne - Hervey Bay flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to Hervey Bay?

What cabin class options are available on Melbourne to Hervey Bay flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Melbourne to Hervey Bay flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Melbourne to Hervey Bay?

Jetstar and Qantas Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to Hervey Bay

Which airlines fly to Hervey Bay?

How often are flights from Melbourne to Hervey Bay delayed?

Historically, on average around 26% of flights between Melbourne and Hervey Bay have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 104 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to Hervey Bay flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Sunday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Thursday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Melbourne to Hervey Bay flights?

According to our data, Jetstar have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 26% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from Melbourne to Hervey Bay on average per week?

As of December 2025, there are 6 flights per week flying from Melbourne to Hervey Bay. The most common day of the week flights depart is Tue, with 33% of flights taking off on this day.

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