Cheap flights from Melbourne to Queensland from $79

In general, May is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Queensland. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $200. If you are unable to visit Queensland during the month of May, then departing from Melbourne during the month January is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $224.

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Queensland is on a Saturday when prices can be found for as low as $326. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Monday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Melbourne to Queensland for around $429.

Flying to Queensland from Melbourne in the evening is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $232 when looking at flights departing in the evening. Flights in the morning are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of $370.

Fly from Melbourne Avalon to Coolangatta Gold Coast for the best Melbourne - Queensland flight prices

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Queensland from Melbourne when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Queensland for around $256 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Queensland from Melbourne for as low as $213 on momondo.

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Melbourne to Queensland flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Jetstar and Virgin Australia are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to Queensland

Jetstar, Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Queensland from Melbourne according to our data. Jetstar is the first choice among our users, with 63% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Queensland. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Queensland on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

As of February 2026, 166 flights take off from Melbourne and land in Queensland each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 08:00, with 53% of daily flights taking off at midday.

The number of flights available between Melbourne and Queensland is 1,164 per week as of February 2026. The most frequent departure day is Fri, with 19% of weekly flights leaving on this day.