Cheap flights from Brisbane Airport

Planning a trip but not sure where to start? Flights from Brisbane open the door to heaps of possibilities, whether you're chasing sunshine up north, planning a quick city break, or heading further afield to Asia or the Pacific. In just a few hours, you could be on a beach in Bali, skiing in Queenstown, or exploring Sydney’s harbour. 

Brisbane Airport is just 12 km from the CBD and offers direct flights to over 70 domestic and international destinations. With so many routes and airlines to choose from, there’s something to suit every kind of traveller. Whether it’s a spontaneous weekend escape or a long-haul adventure, flying from Brisbane gets you where you want to go, fast.

Destinations you can fly to direct from Brisbane Airport

Domestic destinations:

• Queensland: Cairns, Townsville, Mackay, Proserpine, Rockhampton, Bundaberg, Moranbah, Mount Isa, Emerald, Gladstone, Hamilton Island, Toowoomba, Bedourie, Charleville, Roma, Thargomindah, Biloela
• New South Wales: Sydney, Newcastle, Coffs Harbour, Armidale, Dubbo, Inverell, Orange, Tamworth, Wollongong
• Victoria: Melbourne, Mildura
• South Australia: Adelaide, Mount Gambier
• Western Australia: Perth, Broome
• Tasmania: Hobart, Launceston
• Northern Territory: Darwin, Alice Springs, Uluru
• Australian Capital Territory: Canberra

International destinations:

• Indonesia: Denpasar (Bali)
• New Zealand: Auckland, Christchurch, Wellington, Queenstown
• Fiji: Nadi
• Vanuatu: Port Vila
• Samoa: Apia
• Papua New Guinea: Port Moresby
• Solomon Islands: Honiara, Luganville, Munda
• Nauru: Nauru
• Palau: Koror
• Cook Islands: Rarotonga (begins 18 May 2026)
• Philippines: Manila, Cebu City
• Singapore: Singapore
• Malaysia: Kuala Lumpur
• Thailand: Bangkok
• Vietnam: Ho Chi Minh City
• China: Shanghai, Guangzhou
• Taiwan: Taipei
• Japan: Tokyo, Osaka
• South Korea: Seoul
• Hong Kong: Hong Kong
• Qatar: Doha
• United Arab Emirates: Dubai
• United States: Los Angeles, San Francisco, Dallas-Fort Worth
• Canada: Vancouver
• Norfolk Island: Norfolk Island

Cheap destinations you can fly to from Brisbane Airport

If you’re chasing a bargain, these spots offered some of the best-value one-way fares from Brisbane recently:

• Sydney: From $79
• Cairns: From $115
• Adelaide: From $141
• Osaka: From $211
• Ho Chi Minh City: From $218
• Cebu City: From $242
• Perth: From From $252
• Nadi: From $278
• Auckland: From $282
• Bali: From $289
• Bangkok: From $302
• Port Vila: From $313
• Singapore: From $364

Airlines flying from Brisbane Airport

• Air Canada: Vancouver 
• Air New Zealand: Auckland, Christchurch, Wellington 
• Air Niugini: Port Moresby
• Alliance Airlines: Moranbah
• American Airlines: Dallas-Fort Worth 
• Batik Air: Denpasar (Bali) 
• Cathay Pacific: Hong Kong 
• China Airlines: Taipei, Auckland
• China Eastern Airlines: Shanghai 
• China Southern Airlines: Guangzhou 
• Emirates: Dubai 
• EVA Air: Taipei
• Fiji Airways: Nadi 
• Jetstar: Adelaide, Auckland, Bangkok, Cairns, Canberra, Cebu City, Darwin, Denpasar, Hobart, Launceston, Mackay, Melbourne, Newcastle, Osaka, Perth, Proserpine, Queenstown, Rarotonga (begins 18 May 2026), Seoul, Sydney, Tokyo, Townsville
• Korean Air: Seoul 
• Link Airways: Armidale, Biloela, Bundaberg, Coffs Harbour, Dubbo, Inverell, Orange, Tamworth, Wollongong
• Malaysia Airlines: Kuala Lumpur
• Nauru Airlines: Nauru 
• Philippine Airlines: Manila 
• Qantas: Apia, Auckland, Cairns, Christchurch, Darwin, Koror, Los Angeles, Mackay, Manila, Melbourne, Moranbah, Mount Isa, Norfolk Island, Perth, Port Moresby, Port Vila, Queenstown, Singapore, Sydney, Tokyo, Townsville, Wellington
• Qatar Airways: Doha
• Rex Airlines:  Bedourie, Charleville, Roma, Thargomindah, Toowoomba
• Singapore Airlines: Singapore 
• Solomon Airlines: Auckland, Honiara, Luganville, Munda
• United Airlines: San Francisco
• VietJet Air: Ho Chi Minh City 
• Virgin Australia: Adelaide, Alice Springs, Apia, Cairns, Canberra, Darwin, Denpasar, Emerald, Gladstone, Hamilton Island, Hobart, Launceston, Mackay, Melbourne, Mount Isa, Nadi, Newcastle, Perth, Port Vila, Proserpine, Queenstown, Rockhampton, Sydney, Townsville, Uluru

Terminals at Brisbane Airport

Domestic Terminal

Brisbane’s Domestic Terminal handles all Aussie flights and is split between Qantas (northern end) and Virgin Australia, Jetstar, and Rex (southern end). There are plenty of cafés, bars, and retail spots to kill time before your flight. Security is fast, signage is clear, and there are lounges if you’re after a bit more comfort. Getting here is simple—Airtrain stops right at the terminal, and a free shuttle links you to the International side in under 10 minutes.

International Terminal

Heading overseas? The International Terminal is designed to get you in the holiday spirit. Spacious and light-filled, it offers duty-free shopping, bars, lounges, and quick check-in zones. Direct flights reach Asia, the Pacific, and North America. A free shuttle links it to the Domestic Terminal for easy connections.

Getting to the airport

Reaching Brisbane Airport is simple, no matter how you like to travel.

• Airtrain: Runs from Brisbane city and suburbs straight to both terminals, taking around 20 minutes from the CBD.
• Bus: Local and regional bus routes connect to the airport precinct and nearby train stations.
• Car hire: Big-name rental companies are on-site, ideal for road trips or longer stays.
• Taxi: Available 24/7 at both terminals with dedicated ranks—expect around 20 minutes from the city.
• Ride share: Uber, DiDi, and Ola all operate here with clear pickup zones at each terminal.
• Airport transfers: Pre-bookable shuttle services run between hotels, suburbs, and the airport.
• Driving: Ample short and long-term parking plus express drop-off zones for quick trips.

Nearby airports to consider flying from

• Gold Coast Airport: Often cheaper for international routes, especially to Asia and New Zealand.
• Sunshine Coast Airport: Handy for low-cost domestic flights and regional travel deals.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Brisbane Airport

January usually delivers the best flight deals from Brisbane, while September is when fares tend to climb higher. Prices rise sharply around school holidays, the Christmas period, and spring breaks. Mid-week departures often come in cheaper, so if you’ve got flexibility, work those dates. To lock in lower prices, book mid-week and travel outside the major holiday rush.