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Cheap Flights from Wollongong (WOL) to Brisbane (BNE)

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Flight deals from Wollongong to Brisbane

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Wollongong to Brisbane? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Brisbane.$580 per passenger.Departing Fri, 20 Jun, returning Fri, 27 Jun.Return flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Wollongong on Fri, 20 Jun, arriving in Brisbane.Inbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Brisbane on Fri, 27 Jun, arriving in Wollongong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $580, select.
Brisbane.$614 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Sep, returning Thu, 2 Oct.Return flight with Link Airways.Outbound direct flight with Link Airways departs from Wollongong on Thu, 25 Sep, arriving in Brisbane.Inbound direct flight with Link Airways departs from Brisbane on Thu, 2 Oct, arriving in Wollongong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $614, select.
Brisbane.$614 per passenger.Departing Sun, 13 Jul, returning Mon, 14 Jul.Return flight with Link Airways.Outbound direct flight with Link Airways departs from Wollongong on Sun, 13 Jul, arriving in Brisbane.Inbound direct flight with Link Airways departs from Brisbane on Mon, 14 Jul, arriving in Wollongong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $614, select.
Brisbane.$614 per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Jun, returning Fri, 4 Jul.Return flight with Link Airways.Outbound direct flight with Link Airways departs from Wollongong on Mon, 30 Jun, arriving in Brisbane.Inbound direct flight with Link Airways departs from Brisbane on Fri, 4 Jul, arriving in Wollongong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $614, select.
Brisbane.$658 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Jul, returning Mon, 4 Aug.Return flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Wollongong on Mon, 28 Jul, arriving in Brisbane.Inbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Brisbane on Mon, 4 Aug, arriving in Wollongong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $658, select.
Brisbane.$786 per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 Aug, returning Sat, 16 Aug.Return flight with Virgin Australia and Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Wollongong on Mon, 4 Aug, arriving in Brisbane.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Brisbane on Sat, 16 Aug, arriving in Wollongong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $786, select.
Brisbane.$943 per passenger.Departing Thu, 6 Nov, returning Tue, 11 Nov.Return flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Wollongong on Thu, 6 Nov, arriving in Brisbane.Inbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Brisbane on Tue, 11 Nov, arriving in Wollongong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $943, select.

The cheapest month to fly from Wollongong Airport to Brisbane Airport

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, to help you find the lowest one in seconds. Check out the Wollongong Airport to Brisbane Airport flight prices forecast over the next 12 months.
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Aug
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Cheapest month:June
Most expensive month:November

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Wollongong to Brisbane: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Wollongong to Brisbane below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Brisbane.

Wollongong to Brisbane: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$580
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time2 hrs
Most popular airlineLink Airways
Average flights per week8

Finding cheap flights from Wollongong to Brisbane: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Wollongong to Brisbane is $580. 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.
2 hours is the average flight time from Wollongong to Brisbane.
Link Airways and Virgin Australia fly direct from Wollongong to Brisbane.
As of June 2025, there are 8 flights per week flying from Wollongong to Brisbane.
The cheapest month to fly from Wollongong to Brisbane is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Wollongong Airport to Brisbane Airport on Friday, 20 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours.
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 Brisbane 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 Brisbane is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Virgin Australia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Brisbane.

Travelling from Illawara Airport (WOL) to Brisbane Airport (BNE): what you need to know

  • Hop on a direct flight from Illawara Airport to Brisbane Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 40 minutes.

  • The timezone in Brisbane is UTC+10, which is one hour behind Wollongong.

  • You can choose from nine weekly Illawara Airport to Brisbane Airport flights. The 15:45 departure with Fly Corporate is the earliest available. Fly Corporate operates the last service of the day at 19:15.

  • 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 plenty of time to catch your WOL to BNE flight.

  • During popular months such as December, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.

  • Fly Corporate has direct flights from Illawara Airport to Brisbane Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Brisbane — and maybe even more of Australia if you have time.

  • The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Fly Corporate.

How to find the cheapest flights from Illawara Airport (WOL) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Illawara Airport to Brisbane Airport flight is $307. A round-trip ticket right now is $580. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.

  • Get cheap tickets from WOL to BNE by booking at least nine months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.

  • August is the cheapest month for flights from Illawara Airport to Brisbane Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.

  • You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment the price changes on cheap flights from WOL to BNE.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Select your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Illawara Airport to Brisbane Airport.

Handy information about Illawara Airport (WOL)

  • Central Wollongong to Illawara Airport is approximately 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.

  • The trip when using public transport usually takes 45 minutes.

  • Searching for a convenient hotel close to WOL? If you're catching an early flight from Illawara Airport to Brisbane Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:

Arriving at Brisbane Airport (BNE)

  • Consider booking a hotel close to BNE if you're on a late Illawara Airport to Brisbane Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:

  • Travel at your own speed with a Brisbane Airport rental car. Book your wheels from simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals or Alpha Car Hire and venture far and wide through Brisbane and beyond.

  • Booking your vehicle from Brisbane Airport about four weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.

Getting from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to central Brisbane

  • From Brisbane Airport, Brisbane is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.

  • It'll take around 30 minutes to get there by public transport.

When to fly to Brisbane Airport (BNE)

  • January is the most popular month for flights from Illawara Airport to Brisbane Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Brisbane in April.

  • The warmest month in Brisbane is January, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Illawara Airport to Brisbane Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.

  • Look for cheap tickets from WOL to BNE in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) on average.

Explore more of Australia

  • Brisbane is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Australia you'll want to see. Around 72 kilometres south-east of Brisbane, a visit to Gold Coast will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like SkyPoint Observation Deck, PCYC Gold Coast and Holiday Holiday.

  • Toowoomba is another sought-after destination in Australia and is around 105 kilometres west of Brisbane. No journey is complete without visiting Queens Park, Picnic Point Lookout and Picnic Point.

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