Cheap flights from Manchester to Melbourne from £406

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to Melbourne (average of £1,115). Flying from Manchester to Melbourne in January is currently the most expensive (average of £1,509). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

• What airports serve Manchester to Melbourne flights?

  Find your next deal flying from Manchester to Melbourne through Cheapflights. Outside of London, Manchester Airport is one of the busiest travel hubs in Britain, being the third-largest airport in the UK. Situated only a few miles south of the city centre of Manchester, you can easily reach Manchester’s only airport from the centre of town in less than half an hour. While the metropolitan city of Melbourne is home to several airports Melbourne Airport is the main international airport and Australia's second busiest. The airport is conveniently placed just north of Melbourne, making travelling from the centre of town hassle-free and efficient.

• Which airlines fly directly from Manchester to Melbourne?

  It is not currently possible to fly directly to Melbourne from Manchester; however, the journey can be achieved by stopping once or twice along the way. Depending on factors like how far in advance you book, opting for routes with two to three stops may significantly reduce costs, while only adding a few hours onto your overall travel time. Some examples of the routes you can choose from include stopping once in Doha, Hong Kong, or Dubai, or completing the trip with two stopovers, either in Istanbul or Amsterdam and then Kuala Lumpur onwards to Melbourne, or stopping first in Dubai and then on to Perth or Brisbane before reaching Melbourne. Choose to fly with KLM, Qatar Airways, Cathay Pacific, or Emirates to name but a few.

• What are the stopover options between Manchester to Melbourne?

  You have lots of choices when it comes to stopover options between Manchester to Melbourne. If you prefer more breaks on solid ground to stretch your legs, opting for two stopovers may suit you, or if you want to transfer as little as possible, stopping just once may be preferred. Common one-stop routes include a stopover in Hong Kong, Dubai or Doha, while stopping over firstly in Amsterdam or Istanbul, then in Kuala Lumpur, or firstly in Dubai, then in Perth or Brisbane, will get you to Melbourne with two stopovers, usually with just a couple more hours added to the total time. We recommend browsing Cheapflights to compare the cheap, fast options that best suit the way you like to travel.

• Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Manchester to Melbourne?

  As well as a valid UK passport, you must obtain an Australian visa before departing on your flight from Manchester to Melbourne. If you are travelling as a tourist or for business, you should be eligible to apply for the eVisitor visa. This will allow you to visit Australia for up to three months at a time, as often as you like within one year. There is no cost for this and you can expect processing times of anywhere between a few days to a few months, so it's advisable to apply in plenty of time.

• What airport do you fly from for flights from Manchester to Melbourne?

  Most people fly from Manchester (MAN) if they book a flight from Manchester to Melbourne. On average, Manchester has 0 outbound flights to Melbourne per day from 20 airlines. Manchester is conveniently located just 8.9 mi from Manchester’s city center.

• Can I find flights from Manchester to Melbourne for under £800 on Cheapflights?

  Yes, there are multiple flights from Manchester to Melbourne for under £800. The cheapest flight booked recently is on China Eastern for just £785, but on average you can expect to pay £877.

• Are there last-minute flights available from Manchester to Melbourne for under £1,000?

  There are currently 20+ open flights from Manchester to Melbourne within the next 7 days for less than £1,000.

• What are the cheapest airlines flying from Manchester to Melbourne round-trip?

  Flying on China Eastern is currently your cheapest option to Melbourne, with prices starting at £785. Additional return tickets that might be worth considering are offered by SWISS and Lufthansa, with the lowest prices starting at £867 and £881, respectively. China Eastern is priced at 40% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

• What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Manchester to Melbourne one-way?

  The cheapest airline one-way is XiamenAir, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £543. However, be on the lookout for offers from Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Manchester to Melbourne for a low price.

• What are the most popular airlines that fly from Manchester to Melbourne?

  Consider American Airlines, Air France or Finnair when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from Manchester to Melbourne.

• What does MAN to MEL mean?

  Manchester Airport is MAN and Melbourne Airport is MEL. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service. This flight route has multiple associated airports, so we think it might be helpful to learn the name and codes of them as well. They are Melbourne Avalon Airport (AVV), Melbourne Essendon Airport (MEB), Melbourne Moorabbin Airport (MBW), Bendigo Airport (BXG).

• Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Manchester to Melbourne?

  Of the flights from Manchester to Melbourne that have stopovers, most of them stop in Doha. Dubai sees the next most stopovers on Manchester to Melbourne flights. Singapore comes in third as the most popular stopover location on Manchester to Melbourne flights.

• What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Dubai?

  Gold Souq, Burj Khalifa, and Dubai Mall are the most popular attractions in Dubai if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Gold Souq, Burj Khalifa, and Dubai Mall can be visited by travelling about 4.2 mi, 6.8 mi, and 6.5 mi respectively from Dubai Intl. Those landing in Dubai looking to spend some time exploring during their stopover can hire a car for about £21 per day.

• What are points of interest worth seeing during a stopover in Singapore?

  The majority of Singapore visitors spend their time at Singapore Flyer, Sentosa, and Merlion. Those on a layover in Singapore interested in visiting Singapore Flyer, Sentosa, or Merlion can do so by travelling 9.9 mi, 13.4 mi, and 10.5 mi, respectively from Singapore Changi. Those landing in Singapore looking to spend some time exploring during their stopover can hire a car for about £66 per day.

• Where are the least popular stopover locations for Manchester to Melbourne flights?

  The least popular stopover on flights from Manchester to Melbourne is Abu Dhabi. Manchester to Melbourne flights stopping in Hong Kong are the next rarest.

• Can I find deals for flights from Manchester to Melbourne that include extra baggage allowance?

  The amount of baggage you can bring on your Manchester to Melbourne flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

• Can I find deals on flights from Manchester to Melbourne with specific airlines?

  Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Manchester to Melbourne flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

• Can I find deals for flights from Manchester to Melbourne that include hotel bookings?

  Yes. In addition to deals on Manchester to Melbourne flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

• How can I find direct flights from Manchester to Melbourne?

  After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Manchester to Melbourne.

• Can I find deals for business class flights from Manchester to Melbourne?

  Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Manchester to Melbourne by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

• Can I find deals for flights from Manchester to Melbourne that allow pets onboard?

  Many airlines flying from Manchester to Melbourne offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

• Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Manchester to Melbourne?

  Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Manchester to Melbourne flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

• How recently were the Manchester to Melbourne flight deals updated?

  The Manchester to Melbourne flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 10/5.