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£73+ Cheap flights from Melbourne

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MEL — LHR
4 May — 11 May1
1 adult

What to know about flights from Melbourne

Discover essential information about flights departing from Melbourne, including flight schedules, destinations, airlines operating at the Melbourne airport, and any specific guidelines or requirements for travellers. Please note that the information is based on the most recent updates available. Data last updated 29 April 2025.

Cheapest one-way flight

£40

Cheapest round-trip flight

£81

Cheapest airline

Jetstar

Most popular destination

Doha Hamad Intl (DOH)
The cheapest one-way flight from Melbourne is currently to Adelaide.
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The cheapest round-trip flight from Melbourne is currently to Sydney Kingsford Smith.
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On average, Jetstar currently has the cheapest one-way flight from Melbourne (avg. price of £121).
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Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) is currently the most popular flight destination from Melbourne (average return price of £689).
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 29 April 2025.

Fri 13/611:35MEL - SHA
1 stop23h 15mXiamenAir
Thu 19/608:10SHA - MEL
1 stop23h 25mXiamenAir
Deal found 28/4£291
Sat 23/809:15MEL - PVG
1 stop15h 30mSingapore Airlines
Tue 9/914:30PVG - MEL
1 stop14h 55mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 28/4£344
Mon 9/610:20MEL - PVG
1 stop36h 10mChina Southern
Mon 16/621:55PVG - MEL
1 stop19h 25mChina Southern
Deal found 28/4£356
Mon 9/610:20MEL - SHA
1 stop14h 00mChina Southern
Mon 16/610:50SHA - MEL
1 stop30h 30mChina Southern
Deal found 28/4£356
Mon 9/607:25MEL - PVG
1 stop14h 50mCathay Pacific
Mon 16/619:05PVG - MEL
1 stop14h 10mCathay Pacific
Deal found 28/4£388
Mon 9/607:25MEL - SHA
1 stop15h 30mCathay Pacific
Mon 16/613:20SHA - MEL
1 stop19h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 28/4£388
Wed 4/610:20MEL - PVG
1 stop13h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/613:25PVG - MEL
1 stop16h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4£395
Fri 13/613:25MEL - PVG
1 stop26h 50mMalaysia Airlines
Wed 18/602:25PVG - MEL
1 stop14h 50mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 28/4£411
Fri 13/607:00MEL - SHA
3 stops36h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 19/621:10SHA - MEL
2 stops34h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/4£424
Sun 15/620:00MEL - PVG
1 stop28h 50mAir China
Tue 17/615:55PVG - MEL
1 stop20h 40mAir China
Deal found 28/4£435
Fri 12/908:00MEL - PVG
1 stop32h 30mPhilippine Airlines
Thu 25/916:00PVG - MEL
1 stop35h 00mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 29/4£452
Fri 13/608:00MEL - PVG
Nonstop10h 20mJuneyao Airlines
Thu 19/617:30PVG - MEL
Nonstop10h 30mJuneyao Airlines
Deal found 28/4£460

Find flights from Melbourne within your budget

Find flights departing from Melbourne that match your specified budget. Filter results by price range, allowing you to narrow down options and find flights that fit within your financial constraints. Please note that the search results are based on data from user searches, with fares last updated on 29 April 2025. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 858,174 searches

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Heathrow

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneShanghai

MEL - SHA

MELSHA

Melbourne

Fri 13/6

11:35-08:50

1 stop23h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 19/6

08:10-09:35

1 stop23h 25m

£291

MelbourneShanghai

MEL - PVG

MELPVG

Melbourne

Sat 23/8

09:15-22:45

1 stop15h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 9/9

14:30-07:25

1 stop14h 55m

£344

MelbourneShanghai

MEL - PVG

MELPVG

Melbourne

Mon 9/6

10:20-20:30

1 stop36h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 16/6

21:55-19:20

1 stop19h 25m

£356

MelbourneShanghai

MEL - SHA

MELSHA

Melbourne

Mon 9/6

10:20-22:20

1 stop14h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 16/6

10:50-19:20

1 stop30h 30m

£356

MelbourneShanghai

MEL - PVG

MELPVG

Melbourne

Mon 9/6

07:25-20:15

1 stop14h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 16/6

19:05-11:15

1 stop14h 10m

£388

MelbourneShanghai

MEL - SHA

MELSHA

Melbourne

Mon 9/6

07:25-20:55

1 stop15h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 16/6

13:20-11:15

1 stop19h 55m

£388

MelbourneShanghai

MEL - PVG

MELPVG

Melbourne

Wed 4/6

10:20-22:10

1 stop13h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 11/6

13:25-07:25

1 stop16h 00m

£395

MelbourneShanghai

MEL - PVG

MELPVG

Melbourne

Fri 13/6

13:25-14:15

1 stop26h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 18/6

02:25-19:15

1 stop14h 50m

£411

MelbourneShanghai

MEL - SHA

MELSHA

Melbourne

Fri 13/6

07:00-17:00

3 stops36h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 19/6

21:10-09:50

2 stops34h 40m

£424

MelbourneShanghai

MEL - PVG

MELPVG

Melbourne

Sun 15/6

20:00-22:50

1 stop28h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 17/6

15:55-14:35

1 stop20h 40m

£435

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne

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Travel insights for flights from Melbourne

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Melbourne including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Heathrow. Price data was last updated on 25 April 2025.

Booking 11 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Melbourne. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne (average of £574). Flying from Melbourne in January will prove the most costly (average of £732). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Heathrow. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Those who are seeking the cheapest fare on flights departing from Melbourne would be wise to consider leaving during Monday mornings when prices are typically at their lowest. When considering other options, price-conscious travelers should avoid Tuesday at midday when fares are usually the most expensive.

Which airlines fly from Melbourne?

Many airlines operate round-trip flights from Melbourne: Singapore Airlines, Etihad Airways, China Eastern, China Southern, Emirates. These airlines fly to the following popular destinations: London.

Jetstar

Jetstar

From £45

Virgin Australia

Virgin Australia

From £93

Singapore Airlines

Singapore Airlines

From £481

Emirates

Emirates

From £475

Airline reviews for flights from Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service from Melbourne. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing airline for your flight from Melbourne. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 858,174 searches.
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
38 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.5

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.6

Crew

9.0

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
38 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
38 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.5

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.6

Crew

9.0

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
Thai Airways
7.7
Good
325 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
38 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.5

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.6

Crew

9.0

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
852 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
38 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.5

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.6

Crew

9.0

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
828 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
38 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.5

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.6

Crew

9.0

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
China Southern
7.5
Good
96 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
38 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.5

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.6

Crew

9.0

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.

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Related info for your journey

Access useful and relevant information related to your journey from Melbourne. This can include details such as airport transportation, visa requirements, travel insurance, luggage regulations, and any other information that can ensure a smooth and hassle-free travel experience. Please note that the information is based on general guidance and may need to be verified with official sources. Data last updated 29 April 2025.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly out of Melbourne?

    Melbourne airport offers the cheapest routes to Puebla City, from £388; whereas Melbourne Avalon airport is typically cheaper if you're flying to London, from £946. It's best to make sure you are flexible on dates to find the cheapest possible flight options for your journey.

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne?

    At the present moment the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne is currently August; with January being the most expensive. Prices will vary depending on multiple factors such as booking in advance, airline and departure airports and times.

  • Where are the cheapest places to fly to from Melbourne?

    Check out the cheapest flights from Melbourne to embark to:
    Travel from Melbourne to Shanghai from £388 round trip
    Travel from Melbourne to London from £595 round trip
    Travel from Melbourne to Manchester from £771 round trip
    Travel from Melbourne to Puebla City from £980 round trip

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