How is the flight distance measured?

Flight distances are measured as the great-circle (straight-line) distance between airports. Actual flight paths may be slightly longer due to air traffic routing and weather avoidance.

How long does the flight from Brisbane to Melbourne take?

Flight time depends on the exact route and aircraft, but at roughly 1,374 km the typical non-stop flight takes 1–10 hours. Check the flight duration page for the exact average.

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Flight Distance: Brisbane to Melbourne

1,374

Kilometres (km)

854

Miles (mi)

742

Nautical miles

About this flight distance

The great circle distance from Brisbane to Melbourne is approximately 1,374 km. The typical flight time is 2h 20m.

This is the shortest possible distance between the two cities as the crow flies. Real flight paths are often slightly longer due to air traffic control routing, weather, and airspace restrictions.

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Nearby airports

Near Brisbane

Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY)87 km
Gold Coast Airport (OOL)95 km

Near Melbourne

Melbourne Essendon Airport (MEB)8 km
Melbourne Moorabbin Airport (MBW)41 km
Avalon Airport (AVV)52 km

Frequently Asked Questions

The great-circle distance from Brisbane to Melbourne is approximately 1,374 km (854 miles).