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Cheap flights to Melbourne from £508

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 20/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CMH — MEL
23 Apr — 30 Apr1
1 adult
Tue 23/4
Tue 30/4

Flights to Melbourne in 2024

Find the latest flights to Melbourne in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 895,763 searches and data was last updated on 18 April 2024.

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£1,091

Return from

£551

One-way from

£356
High demand for flights, 7% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop
Average for return flights in April 2024
From London to Melbourne
One-way flight from London to Melbourne

Cheap flights to Melbourne in April & May 2024

Discover affordable flights and deals to Melbourne in April and May 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 895,763 searches and data was last updated on 18 April 2024.
The deals listed below are some of the cheapest flights available to Melbourne in April and May 2024. Deals update frequently so be sure to check back soon if you're not finding what you're looking for.
Sat 18/523:35SFO - MEL
1 stop19h 45mFiji Airways
Tue 4/612:55MEL - SFO
1 stop17h 30mFiji Airways
Deal found 17/4£768
Thu 23/523:35SFO - MEL
2 stops22h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/612:55MEL - SFO
1 stop17h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4£794
Mon 20/517:55SFO - MEL
2 stops25h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/623:35MEL - SFO
1 stop30h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/4£900
Sat 18/518:35SFO - MEL
2 stops24h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 25/509:30MEL - SFO
2 stops20h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/4£910
Wed 15/518:55SFO - MEL
2 stops24h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 22/521:00MEL - SFO
2 stops33h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/4£912
Wed 8/520:15SFO - MEL
2 stops23h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 15/521:00MEL - SFO
2 stops33h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4£912
Mon 20/517:55SFO - MEL
2 stops25h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/621:00MEL - SFO
2 stops33h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/4£998
Mon 20/517:55SFO - MEL
2 stops25h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/621:00MEL - SFO
2 stops33h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4£999
Sun 5/500:15SFO - MEL
1 stop29h 00mCathay Pacific
Fri 24/523:45MEL - SFO
1 stop39h 35mCathay Pacific
Deal found 16/4£1,046

Melbourne 2024 flight deals

Explore flight deals for Melbourne in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 895,763 searches and data were last updated on 18 April 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights to Melbourne in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Sat 18/523:35SFO - MEL
1 stop19h 45mFiji Airways
Tue 4/612:55MEL - SFO
1 stop17h 30mFiji Airways
Deal found 17/4£768
Thu 23/523:35SFO - MEL
2 stops22h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/612:55MEL - SFO
1 stop17h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4£794
Tue 22/1023:35SFO - MEL
2 stops22h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 25/1023:55MEL - SFO
1 stop31h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/4£796
Sat 29/623:35SFO - MEL
1 stop19h 40mFiji Airways
Wed 20/1113:45MEL - SFO
1 stop17h 35mFiji Airways
Deal found 17/4£799
Sat 29/623:35SFO - MEL
1 stop19h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 19/1121:20MEL - SFO
2 stops34h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4£833
Mon 20/517:55SFO - MEL
2 stops25h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/623:35MEL - SFO
1 stop30h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/4£900
Sat 18/518:35SFO - MEL
2 stops24h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 25/509:30MEL - SFO
2 stops20h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/4£910
Wed 15/518:55SFO - MEL
2 stops24h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 22/521:00MEL - SFO
2 stops33h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/4£912
Wed 8/520:15SFO - MEL
2 stops23h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 15/521:00MEL - SFO
2 stops33h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4£912

Flights to Melbourne departing soon

Discover available last-minute flight options to Melbourne, providing immediate availability and potentially lower prices. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 895,763 searches and data was last updated on 18 April 2024.
If you're looking for a last-minute flight to Melbourne, consider booking one of these fares. Prices refresh often so be sure to come back soon for more deals.
Thu 25/401:15SFO - MEL
1 stop28h 00mCathay Pacific
Wed 8/523:45MEL - SFO
1 stop39h 35mCathay Pacific
Deal found 16/4£1,086
Sat 27/414:35SJC - MEL
2 stops28h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/523:35MEL - SJC
2 stops35h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/4£1,308
Fri 26/416:10SFO - MEL
1 stop31h 35mQatar Airways
Wed 8/517:45MEL - SFO
2 stops37h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 16/4£1,446
Sat 27/423:20SFO - MEL
Nonstop15h 55mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/510:55MEL - SFO
Nonstop14h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 17/4£1,447
Sat 27/423:20SFO - MEL
Nonstop15h 55mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/509:30MEL - SFO
1 stop22h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 17/4£1,455
Fri 26/420:15SFO - MEL
2 stops40h 20mJapan Airlines
Mon 6/507:20MEL - SFO
1 stop21h 05mJapan Airlines
Deal found 17/4£1,911
Tue 23/423:20SFO - MEL
Nonstop15h 55mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/510:55MEL - SFO
Nonstop14h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 17/4£2,121
Fri 26/413:30SFO - MEL
1 stop23h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/518:00MEL - SFO
1 stop16h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4£2,129
Tue 23/422:56SFO - MEL
1 stop39h 34mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/510:55MEL - SFO
Nonstop14h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 17/4£2,136

One-way flights to Melbourne

Explore one-way flight options to Melbourne for greater flexibility in your travel plans. Find up-to-date pricing and availability for one-way flights. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 895,763 searches and data was last updated on 18 April 2024.
Take a look at some of the best available flights travelling to Melbourne at this time. Users seeking round-trip flights to Melbourne should update the search form at the top of the page accordingly.
Mon 20/522:00SFO - MEL
1 stop19h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 18/4£508
Sun 8/900:55SFO - MEL
1 stop28h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 17/4£524
Mon 6/500:15SFO - MEL
1 stop29h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 17/4£527
Fri 6/900:55SFO - MEL
1 stop36h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 17/4£572
Tue 10/923:00SFO - MEL
1 stop20h 20mFiji Airways
Deal found 17/4£620
Sat 7/916:40SFO - MEL
2 stops26h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4£636
Sun 28/700:55SFO - MEL
1 stop28h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 17/4£641
Mon 29/719:22SFO - MEL
2 stops23h 33mFiji Airways
Deal found 17/4£688
Fri 2/800:55SFO - MEL
1 stop28h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 17/4£688

Direct flights to Melbourne

Mon 20/523:20SFO - MEL
Nonstop15h 55mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/610:55MEL - SFO
Nonstop14h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 18/4£1,116
Sun 19/523:20SFO - MEL
Nonstop15h 55mUnited Airlines
Wed 29/510:55MEL - SFO
Nonstop14h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 17/4£1,117
Fri 17/523:20SFO - MEL
Nonstop15h 55mUnited Airlines
Sun 26/510:55MEL - SFO
Nonstop14h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 18/4£1,157
Thu 30/523:25SFO - MEL
Nonstop15h 50mUnited Airlines
Fri 7/610:55MEL - SFO
Nonstop14h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 17/4£1,198
Mon 9/923:35SFO - MEL
Nonstop15h 40mUnited Airlines
Tue 24/910:55MEL - SFO
Nonstop14h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 18/4£1,316
Sun 18/823:25SFO - MEL
Nonstop15h 50mUnited Airlines
Tue 3/910:55MEL - SFO
Nonstop14h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 17/4£1,317
Sat 3/823:25SFO - MEL
Nonstop15h 50mUnited Airlines
Sun 18/810:55MEL - SFO
Nonstop14h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 17/4£1,357
Sat 5/1023:35SFO - MEL
Nonstop15h 40mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/1011:55MEL - SFO
Nonstop14h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 17/4£1,398
Wed 15/523:20SFO - MEL
Nonstop15h 55mUnited Airlines
Wed 22/510:55MEL - SFO
Nonstop14h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 18/4£1,406

Average price of flights to Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to Melbourne is currently £600 while a return flight costs £1,095. Price data was last updated on 14 April 2024.

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Melbourne (average of £1,101). Flying to Melbourne in January will prove the most costly (average of £1,532). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

£1,231

February

£1,002

March

£979

April

£946

May

£884

June

£1,005

July

£1,180

August

£1,199

September

£987

October

£904

November

£994

December

£1,133

Peak season:

You’ll find it difficult to find cheap flights to Melbourne during both the summer and winter seasons. There are several different events which all account for this, such as the Australian Open which takes place for the last two weeks of January. There is also the Australian Formula One Grand Prix in March, the Melbourne International Comedy Festival from the end of March into April, and the International Film Festival starting around the middle of July. You’ll need to secure your flight tickets as early as you possibly can to avoid paying over the odds for flights to Melbourne. October through to March is also the cricket season so expect the prices to fluctuate as tourists and locals flock for the big matches.

Off season:

You’ll find the cheapest flights to Melbourne during the spring and autumn, although even they can sometimes be hit and miss due to the year-round popularity of Melbourne. Spring is a fantastic time to visit as the temperatures increase and all of the gardens start to bloom and come to life. Temperatures decline in August, yet the foliage is beautiful as it starts to wilt and turn golden brown.

Temperature and rainfall in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

MEL

Temperature

8 - 20 °C

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 8.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to Melbourne?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.

You’ll usually find the cheapest flights to Melbourne from late September to early December, with October and November generally the cheapest months of the year. Regardless of when you are planning to visit, it’s best to book your flight tickets three or four months earlier where possible, or even sooner if you can. To find the cheapest flights to Melbourne for October, aim to secure your tickets around late June or early July. Being flexible with your dates will help you find the best deals on flight tickets, however you might have to sacrifice certain events or weather conditions. Generally, there isn’t much of a view, but if you can sit on the left hand side of the plane, then you’ll be guaranteed a great view if weather conditions work in your favour and wind allows you. It also depends on the direction of your approach, so don’t worry too much about claiming the left side.

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When is the cheapest time to fly to Melbourne?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 14 April 2024.
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Users looking for the lowest fares to Melbourne should consider flying on Wednesday afternoons, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Saturday at midday, when prices are usually at their highest.
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Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Melbourne. Reviews last updated 18 April 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown Beijing Capital Airlines, Air China and China Eastern to Melbourne to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.3
Very Good
973 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.3

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

The business class cabin is really nice - EXCEPT the two interior seats have no divider between them - which makes for a bad experience -especially when the person next to you coughs excessively with no protection. Basically, the person is looking at you and coughing at you the WHOLE FLIGHT. Most major airlines have a sliding divider you can close for privacy and safety reasons. The window seats do not have this problem - so if you book business class and are traveling solo - make sure to get a window seat - I didn't and regretted it.

8.3
Very Good
973 reviews
8.3
Very Good
973 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.3

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

The business class cabin is really nice - EXCEPT the two interior seats have no divider between them - which makes for a bad experience -especially when the person next to you coughs excessively with no protection. Basically, the person is looking at you and coughing at you the WHOLE FLIGHT. Most major airlines have a sliding divider you can close for privacy and safety reasons. The window seats do not have this problem - so if you book business class and are traveling solo - make sure to get a window seat - I didn't and regretted it.

8.3
Very Good
1,491 reviews
8.3
Very Good
973 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.3

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

The business class cabin is really nice - EXCEPT the two interior seats have no divider between them - which makes for a bad experience -especially when the person next to you coughs excessively with no protection. Basically, the person is looking at you and coughing at you the WHOLE FLIGHT. Most major airlines have a sliding divider you can close for privacy and safety reasons. The window seats do not have this problem - so if you book business class and are traveling solo - make sure to get a window seat - I didn't and regretted it.

8.1
Very Good
4,092 reviews
8.3
Very Good
973 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.3

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

The business class cabin is really nice - EXCEPT the two interior seats have no divider between them - which makes for a bad experience -especially when the person next to you coughs excessively with no protection. Basically, the person is looking at you and coughing at you the WHOLE FLIGHT. Most major airlines have a sliding divider you can close for privacy and safety reasons. The window seats do not have this problem - so if you book business class and are traveling solo - make sure to get a window seat - I didn't and regretted it.

7.9
Good
1,646 reviews
8.3
Very Good
973 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.3

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

The business class cabin is really nice - EXCEPT the two interior seats have no divider between them - which makes for a bad experience -especially when the person next to you coughs excessively with no protection. Basically, the person is looking at you and coughing at you the WHOLE FLIGHT. Most major airlines have a sliding divider you can close for privacy and safety reasons. The window seats do not have this problem - so if you book business class and are traveling solo - make sure to get a window seat - I didn't and regretted it.

7.8
Good
2,090 reviews
8.3
Very Good
973 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.3

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

The business class cabin is really nice - EXCEPT the two interior seats have no divider between them - which makes for a bad experience -especially when the person next to you coughs excessively with no protection. Basically, the person is looking at you and coughing at you the WHOLE FLIGHT. Most major airlines have a sliding divider you can close for privacy and safety reasons. The window seats do not have this problem - so if you book business class and are traveling solo - make sure to get a window seat - I didn't and regretted it.

What is good to know if travelling to Melbourne?

  • How long is the flight to Melbourne?

    Flights from London to Melbourne: 23 hours 10 minutes. Flights from Manchester to Melbourne: 23 hours 35 minutes. Flights from Birmingham to Melbourne: 23 hours 05 minutes. Flights from Glasgow to Melbourne: 22 hours 50 minutes.

  • Which airlines operate flights to Melbourne?

    There are many airlines that offer relatively cheap flights to Melbourne (well cheap considering it’s on the other side of the world). The main ones however tend to be Virgin Atlantic, Etihad, Qantas, British Airways and Qatar Airways. Due to the competitiveness over the route, you’ll find cheap flights to Melbourne aren’t as hard to find as they once were, so you’ll usually be choosing your airline based on preference. If you are enrolled in some sort of loyalty scheme with one of the airlines then it would make sense to fly with them, either to redeem any points you have already which will no doubt get you the cheapest flights to Melbourne, or to collect more points. If you aren’t already a member who can collect points, now would be the perfect time to become one. Make sure you enroll before you book your flights to Melbourne to earn a good amount of points in return. Other than that you’ll go on the price; however there won’t be much fluctuation in the price of the flight tickets overall.

  • How to get from the airport to the city centre?

    One of the easiest ways to get to the city from the airport is to jump on the very reliable Skybus express. It’s a bus service which runs every 10 minutes, 24 hours a day and goes direct from the airport to the city centre. You can either purchase your tickets once you land, or you can do it online before you travel. There are also many other buses you can get which run less frequently, however they are cheaper than the Skybus. You’ll want to find the 478, 479, 482 or the 901. Once you land you can enquire about which bus line would be best for you. Failing the bus, you could decide to get a taxi however don’t expect this to be a cheap journey. Make sure you agree on the fare before you get in and you might want to try and negotiate slightly. Expect to pay something in the region of AUD$60 for a taxi.

  • What does MEL mean?

    This is just an IATA (International Air Transport Association) code. IATA codes are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Melbourne Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a MEL flight. Ready for more IATA code knowledge? These are related airports for your current travel destination: Melbourne Avalon Airport (AVV), Melbourne Essendon Airport (MEB), Melbourne Moorabbin Airport (MBW), Bendigo Airport (BXG).

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Melbourne if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Melbourne on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Melbourne?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Air China is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Melbourne.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Melbourne?

    null is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Melbourne. One-way flights to null typically cost null, while return flights cost around null.

  • How much is a return flight to Melbourne?

    A return flight to Melbourne will typically cost around £1,379, however they can be found for as little as £63.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Melbourne depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Melbourne, London offers the quickest one-way flight (21 hours 45 minutes).

  • Does Melbourne Airport have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Melbourne Airport can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Melbourne Airport?

    Yes. Melbourne Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. 1 Bedroomking Bedparkingwalk To St Kilda Beach is the closest property to Melbourne Airport (0.0 mi away from Melbourne Airport).

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