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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to Melbourne from £496

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 26/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — MEL
19 Aug — 26 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Edinburgh to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Edinburgh to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 July 2026.

Thu 29/1020:20
EDI
-
MEL
2 stops50h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 19/1112:00
MEL
-
EDI
2 stops42h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/7£776
Sat 21/1106:15
EDI
-
MEL
2 stops35h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 29/1106:15
MEL
-
EDI
3 stops45h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/7£782
Sun 23/811:10
EDI
-
MEL
2 stops60h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 30/811:00
MEL
-
EDI
2 stops41h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/7£856
Sat 21/1120:55
EDI
-
MEL
1 stop22h 30m
Emirates
Sat 12/1206:15
MEL
-
EDI
1 stop23h 50m
Emirates
Deal found 15/7£857
Mon 9/1117:30
EDI
-
MEL
2 stops29h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 24/1111:25
MEL
-
EDI
2 stops38h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/7£931
Tue 22/906:15
EDI
-
MEL
3 stops39h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 13/1008:00
MEL
-
EDI
3 stops43h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/7£970
Sat 21/1120:55
EDI
-
MEL
1 stop34h 20m
Qantas Airways
Sun 29/1106:15
MEL
-
EDI
1 stop23h 50m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 15/7£984
Thu 15/1011:25
EDI
-
MEL
2 stops33h 20m
American Airlines
Thu 5/1112:00
MEL
-
EDI
2 stops32h 05m
American Airlines
Deal found 19/7£999
Tue 1/907:55
EDI
-
MEL
2 stops26h 45m
Qatar Airways
Tue 22/922:45
MEL
-
EDI
1 stop23h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 15/7£1,016
Sat 5/906:45
EDI
-
AVV
3 stops31h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 19/906:00
AVV
-
EDI
3 stops45h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/7£1,091
Tue 1/922:00
EDI
-
AVV
2 stops39h 50m
Qantas Airways
Tue 22/920:55
AVV
-
EDI
2 stops32h 10m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 15/7£1,383
Sat 21/1120:55
EDI
-
AVV
2 stops39h 20m
Qantas Airways
Sun 29/1108:10
AVV
-
EDI
2 stops45h 55m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 15/7£1,400

Find flight deals from Edinburgh to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Edinburgh (EDI) to Melbourne (ME1). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 20 July 2026.

Round-trip from

£776

One-way from

£496

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£1,226
29/10-19/11
  • 29/10-19/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 93h 30m total
  • Edinburgh to Melbourne
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26/10
  • 26/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 41h 35m total
  • Edinburgh to Melbourne
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EdinburghMelbourne

EDI - MEL

EDIMEL

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 1/9

22:00-08:50

2 stops25h 50m

Melbourne

Tue 22/9

05:15-20:05

1 stop23h 50m

£1,090

EdinburghMelbourne

EDI - AVV

EDIAVV

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 5/9

06:45-22:50

3 stops31h 05m

Melbourne Avalon

Sat 19/9

06:00-18:45

3 stops45h 45m

£1,091

EdinburghMelbourne

EDI - MEL

EDIMEL

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 4/11

20:55-06:25

1 stop22h 30m

Melbourne

Sat 28/11

23:55-19:05

1 stop30h 10m

£1,136

EdinburghMelbourne

EDI - MEL

EDIMEL

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 11/11

08:10-07:20

2 stops36h 10m

Melbourne

Sun 15/11

15:30-17:50

2 stops37h 20m

£1,206

EdinburghMelbourne

EDI - MEL

EDIMEL

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 16/1

18:35-07:20

2 stops25h 45m

Melbourne

Wed 3/2

15:30-17:50

2 stops37h 20m

£1,211

EdinburghMelbourne

EDI - MEL

EDIMEL

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 14/1

06:05-05:45

2 stops36h 40m

Melbourne

Wed 3/2

16:10-12:35

1 stop31h 25m

£1,240

EdinburghMelbourne

EDI - MEL

EDIMEL

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 14/1

16:20-05:40

3 stops50h 20m

Melbourne

Thu 25/2

15:10-09:40

2 stops29h 30m

£1,311

EdinburghMelbourne

EDI - MEL

EDIMEL

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 1/9

16:55-07:30

2 stops29h 35m

Melbourne

Tue 22/9

07:00-09:40

3 stops35h 40m

£1,318

EdinburghMelbourne

EDI - MEL

EDIMEL

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 16/1

16:20-05:40

3 stops50h 20m

Melbourne

Wed 3/2

07:45-09:40

3 stops36h 55m

£1,368

EdinburghMelbourne

EDI - AVV

EDIAVV

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 1/9

22:00-22:50

2 stops39h 50m

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 22/9

20:55-20:05

2 stops32h 10m

£1,383

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Best time to book a flight from Edinburgh to Melbourne

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Edinburgh to Melbourne

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Melbourne (average of £992). Flying from Edinburgh to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,473). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Edinburgh to Melbourne?

How far ahead should I book a flight from Edinburgh to Melbourne?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Edinburgh to Melbourne, you should look to book at least 70 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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 20 July 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,Qantas Airways, andUnited Airlines from Edinburgh to Melbourne to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,633 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,633 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,633 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,065 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,633 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,014 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,633 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
Qatar Airways
7.3
Good
3,748 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,633 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
British Airways
6.7
Okay
8,125 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,633 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Edinburgh to Melbourne. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Most people fly from Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) if they book a flight from Edinburgh to Melbourne. On average, Turnhouse has 0 outbound flights to Melbourne per day from 8 airlines. Edinburgh Turnhouse is conveniently located just 6.8 mi from Edinburgh’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Edinburgh to Melbourne?

    For as low as £1,136, Emirates can have you in Melbourne from Edinburgh in 22h 30m. The distance from Edinburgh to Melbourne is about 10496 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Edinburgh to Melbourne is Qantas Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £816 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Qatar Airways and Emirates, starting at £836 and £860 round-trip. Qantas Airways is priced at 30% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as £491 on China Southern. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Qatar Airways from £532 and British Airways from £538 one-way.

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

    Most of the time, Edinburgh to Melbourne flights that have stopovers will stop in Dubai.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Dubai?

    Burj Khalifa, Gold Souq, and LEGOLAND Dubai are currently the most popular points of interest in Dubai at the moment. Burj Khalifa, Gold Souq, and LEGOLAND Dubai are located about 6.8 mi, 4.2 mi, and 32.0 mi, respectively from Dubai Intl. Those landing in Dubai looking to spend some time exploring during their stopover can hire a car for about £18 per day.

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

    The least popular stopover on flights from Edinburgh to Melbourne is Doha.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Edinburgh 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.

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Melbourne (average of £992). Flying from Edinburgh to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,473). 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.

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Top 8 airlines flying from Edinburgh to Melbourne

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Edinburgh to Melbourne. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 20 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest£816Average£1,106FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£836Average£1,171FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest£860Average£1,068FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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United AirlinesCheapest£894Average£1,203FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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LufthansaCheapest£897Average£980FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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British AirwaysCheapest£974Average£1,197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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American AirlinesCheapest£998Average£1,075FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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FinnairCheapest£1,071Average£1,406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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