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Today’s best flight deals from Hervey Bay to Melbourne

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Hervey Bay to Melbourne

December 6 - December 12

Cheapest

HVB - Melbourne

$281

$144

Round trip

October 13 - October 29

HVB - Melbourne

$265

$160

Round trip

October 15 - October 29

HVB - Melbourne

$267

$160

Round trip

December 6 - December 10

Best

HVB - Melbourne

$280

$160

Round trip

December 6 - December 8

Best

HVB - Melbourne

$279

$160

Round trip

September 13 - October 11

Earliest

HVB - Melbourne

$232

$166

Round trip

December 6 - December 13

HVB - Melbourne

$281

$166

Round trip

October 24 - October 29

Best

HVB - Melbourne

$295

$166

Round trip

October 24 - November 1

HVB - Melbourne

$285

$166

Round trip

October 24 - October 31

HVB - Melbourne

$290

$166

Round trip

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Insights for flights from Hervey Bay to Melbourne

Fares for flights from Hervey Bay to Melbourne are typically $390–$598, with a median of $527. Right now, fares are below the typical level, and 47% of recent fares were classified as a good price.
The journey from Hervey Bay to Melbourne covers a distance of 1569 km, classifying it as a medium-haul route.
For those seeking cheap flights from Hervey Bay to Melbourne, the cheapest months to fly are typically March, with a median fare of $150, followed by May at $158, and April at $174.
A typical journey from Hervey Bay to Melbourne takes about 16h 45m, including connections. Most itineraries connect at least once, with the median number of stopovers for connecting flights being 2.

How much is a round trip from Hervey Bay to Melbourne

Regular price: $233 - $543

Prices for flights from Hervey Bay to Melbourne are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Hervey Bay to Melbourne is between $233 and $543. The current lowest deal is $144 with Jetstar, for travel from Dec 6 to Dec 12.

now $144

Low $233

High $543

The cheapest time to fly from Hervey Bay to Melbourne

The cheapest month to fly from Hervey Bay to Melbourne is March, with a median price of $150. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $554. Generally, prices are lower from March to September.

March

Cheapest

Flights from $150

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $554

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Direct flights from Hervey Bay to Melbourne

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Jetstar

Last-minute flights going from Hervey Bay to Melbourne

Sat, Jun 20

⌛ Last-Minute

HVB - Melbourne

Jetstar

Hervey Bay (HVB) - Melbourne (MEL)

Jetstar

$620

$363

One-way

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

HVB - Melbourne

Jetstar

Hervey Bay (HVB) - Melbourne (AVV)

Jetstar

$475

$292

One-way

Wed, Jul 8

⌛ Last-Minute

HVB - Melbourne

Jetstar

Hervey Bay (HVB) - Melbourne (AVV)

Jetstar

$458

$278

One-way

Wed, Jul 8

⌛ Last-Minute

HVB - Melbourne

Jetstar

Hervey Bay (HVB) - Melbourne (MEL)

Jetstar

$424

$281

One-way

Fri, Jul 10

⌛ Last-Minute

HVB - Melbourne

Jetstar

Hervey Bay (HVB) - Melbourne (AVV)

Jetstar

$518

$307

One-way

Tue, Jul 14

⌛ Last-Minute

HVB - Melbourne

Jetstar

Hervey Bay (HVB) - Melbourne (MEL)

Jetstar

$482

$293

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Hervey Bay to Melbourne

2 nights

Jun 20 - Jun 22

$620  →  $363

41%

2 nights

Aug 24 - Aug 26

$499  →  $243

51%

5 nights

Jul 23 - Jul 28

$484  →  $231

52%

3 nights

Aug 27 - Aug 30

$498  →  $245

51%

Popular Airports to fly from Hervey Bay to Melbourne

Hervey Bay - Melbourne route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Hervey Bay to Melbourne are around $506, which is below the typical level.

📅 Best time to fly

March is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, March is the cheapest month to fly from Hervey Bay to Melbourne, with a median price of $150.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights typically take 16h 45m

The typical flight duration from Hervey Bay to Melbourne is 16h 45m, with 2 stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant for this route

Only 1.9% of recent deals are for direct flights. Connecting flights are dominant for this route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Jetstar offers direct flights on this route

Jetstar offers direct flights from Hervey Bay to Melbourne. There is 1 direct deal available from this airline.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly for this route

Deals for flights from Hervey Bay to Melbourne appear regularly, with 0.17 deals per day.

Hervey Bay main airports to depart from

Hervey Bay (HVB)

Cheapest

Hervey Bay Airport is a convenient option for flights to Melbourne, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~15 km from Hervey Bay (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$144

Melbourne main airports to arrive at

Melbourne (MEL)

Cheapest

Melbourne Airport (MEL) is a primary arrival option for flights from Hervey Bay.

📍 ~20 km from Melbourne city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$144

Avalon (AVV)

Avalon Airport (AVV) offers an alternative arrival point for travelers flying from Hervey Bay.

📍 ~50 km from Melbourne city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$234

Airports nearby Melbourne used as alternative

Avalon (AVV)

Cheapest

Avalon is a useful alternative, especially for low-cost carriers, as a secondary airport for Melbourne.

📍 ~50 km from Melbourne (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$234

Bendigo Airport (BXG)

Bendigo Airport can be a useful regional alternative, offering limited scheduled services.

📍 ~135 km from Melbourne (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$414

Albury (ABX)

Albury is a major regional hub that provides reliable connections to other Australian cities.

📍 ~300 km from Melbourne (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$407

Canberra (CBR)

Canberra offers an extensive domestic network and high reliability as a full-service capital city airport.

📍 ~470 km from Melbourne (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$340

Wagga Wagga (WGA)

Wagga Wagga is a regional alternative in southern New South Wales, serving as a backup for regional travel.

📍 ~400 km from Melbourne (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$402

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Melbourne

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking sites can also help you identify better deals. Looking into flights with layovers may sometimes present lower-cost options.

Booking flights in advance often provides more competitive prices, especially for popular routes. However, last-minute deals can sometimes appear, so it's advisable to monitor price trends. The optimal booking time can vary based on demand and other factors.

Comparing flights to and from nearby airports can sometimes uncover different pricing options. While it may add to travel time, it could potentially lead to savings on airfare. Always consider the total cost and convenience when evaluating this option.

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