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November 19 - November 21

Cheapest

MEL - Hervey Bay

$227

$127

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November 19 - November 22

Cheapest

MEL - Hervey Bay

$227

$127

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December 3 - December 6

Cheapest

Best

MEL - Hervey Bay

$414

$127

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December 1 - December 5

Cheapest

Best

MEL - Hervey Bay

$414

$127

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October 18 - October 24

MEL - Hervey Bay

$243

$137

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October 17 - October 20

MEL - Hervey Bay

$247

$137

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October 22 - October 25

MEL - Hervey Bay

$247

$137

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December 6 - December 10

MEL - Hervey Bay

$412

$143

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October 20 - October 24

MEL - Hervey Bay

$247

$147

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September 5 - September 13

Earliest

MEL - Hervey Bay

$218

$154

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Insights for flights from Melbourne to Hervey Bay

Most itineraries for cheap flights from Melbourne to Hervey Bay connect at least once, with only 13.6% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

Right now, fares from Melbourne to Hervey Bay typically range from $265–$694, with a median of $541. Current fares are near the typical level. Currently, 0% of recent fares are classified as a good price.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne to Hervey Bay, December stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of just $81. Other cost-effective options include April, with a median fare of $208, and August, where the median fare is $216.

A typical journey from Melbourne to Hervey Bay takes approximately 11h 53m, including connections. This route covers a distance of 1569 kilometers, classifying it as a medium-haul flight.

How much is a round trip from Melbourne to Hervey Bay

Regular price: $186 - $360

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Melbourne to Hervey Bay is between $186 and $360. The current lowest deal is $127 with Jetstar, for travel from Nov 19 to Nov 21.

now $127

Low $186

High $360

The cheapest time to fly from Melbourne to Hervey Bay

The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Hervey Bay is December, with a median price of $81. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $657. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

December

Cheapest

Flights from $81

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $657

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Direct flights from Melbourne to Hervey Bay

Jetstar

Last-minute flights going from Melbourne to Hervey Bay

Wed, Jul 15

⌛ Last-Minute

AVV - Hervey Bay

Melbourne (AVV) - Hervey Bay (HVB)

Jetstar

$454

$265

One-way

Wed, Jul 15

⌛ Last-Minute

AVV - Hervey Bay

Melbourne (AVV) - Hervey Bay (HVB)

Jetstar

$446

$281

One-way

Thu, Jul 16

⌛ Last-Minute

AVV - Hervey Bay

Melbourne (AVV) - Hervey Bay (HVB)

Jetstar

$454

$251

One-way

Thu, Jul 16

⌛ Last-Minute

AVV - Hervey Bay

Melbourne (AVV) - Hervey Bay (HVB)

Jetstar

$419

$261

One-way

Mon, Jul 20

⌛ Last-Minute

AVV - Hervey Bay

Melbourne (AVV) - Hervey Bay (HVB)

Jetstar

$457

$246

One-way

Tue, Jul 21

⌛ Last-Minute

AVV - Hervey Bay

Melbourne (AVV) - Hervey Bay (HVB)

Jetstar

$459

$231

One-way

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

4 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 6

$707 → $226

68%

6 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 7

$721 → $244

66%

4 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 8

$703 → $243

65%

1 night

Dec 13 - Dec 14

$694 → $249

64%

Popular Airports to fly from Melbourne to Hervey Bay

Melbourne - Hervey Bay route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares for Melbourne to Hervey Bay are near the typical level at $127.

📅 Best time to fly

December is historically cheapest at $81

Historically, December is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Hervey Bay at $81.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 11h 53m

The median flight duration for this route, including layovers, is 11 hours and 53 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Only 13.6% of recent deals are direct; connecting flights with 2+ stopovers are dominant.

🏆 Airline highlight

Jetstar offers direct flights

Jetstar has offered direct flights from Melbourne to Hervey Bay in recent deals.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Historically, deals for Melbourne to Hervey Bay appear frequently, about 1 deal per day.

Melbourne main airports to depart from

Melbourne (MEL)

Cheapest

Melbourne Airport (MEL) is a convenient option for flights from Melbourne to Hervey Bay.

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

💸 Flights from ~$127

Avalon (AVV)

Avalon Airport (AVV) is another choice for flights from Melbourne to Hervey Bay.

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

💸 Flights from ~$240

Hervey Bay main airports to arrive at

Hervey Bay (HVB)

Cheapest

Hervey Bay Airport is a convenient arrival point for direct access to Hervey Bay and surrounding areas.

📍 ~12 km from Hervey Bay (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$127

Airports nearby Hervey Bay used as alternative

Bundaberg (BDB)

Bundaberg (BDB) is a convenient regional alternative due to its proximity to Hervey Bay.

📍 ~48 km from Hervey Bay (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$351

Sunshine Coast (MCY)

Sunshine Coast (MCY) offers a significantly larger domestic flight network for travelers.

📍 ~146 km from Hervey Bay (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$125

Brisbane (BNE)

Cheapest

Brisbane (BNE) is the primary international and domestic hub for Queensland, offering extensive options.

📍 ~200 km from Hervey Bay (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$120

Gladstone (GLT)

Gladstone (GLT) is an alternative regional option for travelers heading further north.

📍 ~220 km from Hervey Bay (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$383

Rockhampton (ROK)

Rockhampton (ROK) is a major regional hub with more flight options than closer airports.

📍 ~300 km from Hervey Bay (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$318

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Hervey Bay

Historically, booking flights from Melbourne to Hervey Bay 60+ days in advance typically yields the lowest average prices, around $220. Prices tend to increase significantly closer to the departure date. For instance, flights booked 7-13 days out have historically averaged $687. Even booking 0-6 days before departure shows an average price of $264, which is still higher than the 60+ day window. Planning ahead by more than two months is generally recommended for this route.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Melbourne to Hervey Bay is considered to be $265 or less. The median price for this route has historically been $541. Prices above $694 are typically in the more expensive range. Travelers aiming for a budget-friendly trip should target fares at or below the $265 threshold.

Historically, December has shown the cheapest median flight prices from Melbourne to Hervey Bay, with an average of $81. April and August also offer relatively low median prices, at $208 and $216 respectively. The annual median price for this route is $541, indicating that these specific months provide significant savings. Travelers looking for the most economical options should consider flying during these months.

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Insights for flights from Melbourne to Hervey Bay

How much is a round trip from Melbourne to Hervey Bay

The cheapest time to fly from Melbourne to Hervey Bay

Direct flights from Melbourne to Hervey Bay

Last-minute flights going from Melbourne to Hervey Bay

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

Popular Airports to fly from Melbourne to Hervey Bay

Melbourne - Hervey Bay route insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

December is historically cheapest at $81

Connecting flights average 11h 53m

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Jetstar offers direct flights

Deals appear frequently

Melbourne main airports to depart from

Hervey Bay main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Hervey Bay used as alternative

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Hervey Bay

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