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      Flight deals from Rockhampton to Melbourne

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Rockhampton Airport to Melbourne? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from C$468. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
      Melbourne.C$228 per passenger.Departing Fri., Feb. 26.One-way flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Rockhampton on Fri., Feb. 26, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$228, select.
      Melbourne.C$229 per passenger.Departing Sun., Mar. 14.One-way flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Rockhampton on Sun., Mar. 14, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$229, select.
      Melbourne.C$229 per passenger.Departing Tue., Apr. 27.One-way flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Rockhampton on Tue., Apr. 27, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$229, select.
      Melbourne.C$234 per passenger.Departing Thu., Jan. 7.One-way flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Rockhampton on Thu., Jan. 7, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$234, select.
      Melbourne.C$234 per passenger.Departing Sat., Dec. 5.One-way flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Rockhampton on Sat., Dec. 5, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$234, select.
      Melbourne.C$234 per passenger.Departing Wed., May 5.One-way flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Rockhampton on Wed., May 5, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$234, select.
      Melbourne.C$235 per passenger.Departing Wed., Jul. 7.One-way flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Rockhampton on Wed., Jul. 7, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$235, select.
      Melbourne.C$237 per passenger.Departing Tue., Jun. 15.One-way flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Rockhampton on Tue., Jun. 15, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$237, select.
      Melbourne.C$272 per passenger.Departing Mon., Nov. 16.One-way flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Rockhampton on Mon., Nov. 16, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$272, select.
      Melbourne.C$374 per passenger.Departing Wed., Oct. 6.One-way flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Rockhampton on Wed., Oct. 6, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$374, select.
      How did we find these deals? The deals you see here are the lowest prices for flight tickets from Rockhampton to Melbourne found in the last 4 days, and are subject to change and availability.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from Rockhampton to Melbourne

      We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Rockhampton to Melbourne flights are currently cheapest in February.
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      from C$272
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      from C$234
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      from C$234
      Feb.
      from C$228
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      from C$229
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      from C$234
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      from C$237
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      from C$235
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      Alternative Rockhampton to Melbourne routes

      Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Rockhampton to Melbourne? You could fly into the following airports instead.

      Melbourne Essendon

      11km from central Melbourne
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      Melbourne Tullamarine

      19km from central Melbourne
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      Melbourne Avalon

      50km from central Melbourne
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      Rockhampton to Melbourne: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight foundC$228
      Cheapest month to flyFebruary

      Finding cheap flights from Rockhampton to Melbourne: Frequently asked questions

      There are 3 airports in Melbourne: Melbourne Essendon, Melbourne Tullamarine and Melbourne Avalon.
      The best price we found for a return flight from Rockhampton to Melbourne is C$456. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
      Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Rockhampton to Melbourne. But we found flights with one or more stops from C$456.
      As of November 2026, there are no flights flying from Rockhampton to Melbourne.
      The cheapest month to fly from Rockhampton to Melbourne is usually February.
      If you're flying from Rockhampton Airport, the cheapest airport near Melbourne is Melbourne Tullamarine – which is 18.8 km away from the centre of Melbourne. We've found flights into this airport from C$456.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Rockhampton Airport to Melbourne on Friday, February 26, 2027.
      No airlines currently offer direct flights between Rockhampton Airport and Melbourne. Most routes have one or more stops.
      We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Melbourne but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

      We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Melbourne is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

      In November, the average temperature is usually around 16°C. January is typically the warmest month in Melbourne, when it usually averages around 26°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 7°C. The rainiest month is October.
      Currently, Virgin Australia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Melbourne.

      Travelling from Rockhampton Airport (ROK) to Melbourne: what you need to know

      • The timezone in Melbourne is UTC+11. The city is 1 hour ahead of Rockhampton, where Rockhampton Airport is located.

      • For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from ROK to Melbourne.

      • You can expect longer queues during popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.

      • You don't need a visa or passport to fly within Australia. You will need a valid form of identification though, such as an ID card or driver's licence. Make sure they're on your packing checklist after booking your flight tickets from Rockhampton Airport to Melbourne.

      • ROK is about 5 kilometres from central Rockhampton. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 9 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 37 minutes.

      • Looking for a handy hotel close to ROK? If you're boarding an early flight from Rockhampton Airport to Melbourne, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:

      How to find the cheapest flights from Rockhampton Airport (ROK) to Melbourne

      • C$228 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Rockhampton Airport to Melbourne. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$456. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.

      • Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from ROK to Melbourne if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.

      • Finding cheap tickets from Rockhampton Airport to Melbourne is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across the month and land a great deal.

      • Create a Price Alert for cheap tickets from ROK to Melbourne. You don't need to search every day to see if fares have dropped. We'll let you know the moment there's a change in price.

      • Play around with the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Rockhampton Airport to Melbourne, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.

      Airports in Melbourne

      Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

      • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 28 minutes.

      • Getting there on public transport takes around 42 minutes.

      • The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Rockhampton Airport to Melbourne. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MEL instead:

      Avalon Airport (AVV)

      • As soon as your flight from Rockhampton Airport to Melbourne has arrived, you can get to the city centre in around 51 minutes by car. Central Melbourne is approximately 56 kilometres from Avalon Airport (AVV).

      • You can also travel using public transport, which will take roughly 2 hours and 4 minutes.

      • Little River Bed and Breakfast is a comfortable accommodation option within a short drive of AVV. Unpack your bags here after your flight from ROK to Melbourne and then hang the 'Do not disturb' sign for some uninterrupted rest.

      Best time to go to Melbourne

      • July is the most popular month for flights from Rockhampton Airport to Melbourne. To skip the crowds, head for Melbourne in April when things are quieter.

      • Book your flight from Rockhampton Airport to Melbourne for January to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 12ºC to 29ºC.

      • July has average temperatures of between 4ºC and 13ºC. Search for cheap flights from ROK to Melbourne around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

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