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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to Melbourne from £450

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 1/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — MEL
23 Jun — 30 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Edinburgh to Melbourne

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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 24 May 2026.

Tue 1/922:00
EDI
-
MEL
1 stop22h 30m
Emirates
Tue 22/922:55
MEL
-
EDI
1 stop30h 10m
Emirates
Deal found 20/5£907
Thu 18/615:10
EDI
-
MEL
1 stop21h 55m
Qatar Airways
Thu 25/622:45
MEL
-
EDI
1 stop23h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 19/5£927
Thu 4/607:55
EDI
-
MEL
1 stop24h 20m
Qatar Airways
Thu 2/722:45
MEL
-
EDI
1 stop23h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 21/5£935
Wed 17/615:10
EDI
-
MEL
1 stop21h 55m
Qatar Airways
Fri 26/622:45
MEL
-
EDI
1 stop23h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 20/5£939
Mon 1/607:55
EDI
-
MEL
1 stop24h 20m
Qatar Airways
Mon 29/622:45
MEL
-
EDI
1 stop23h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 20/5£956
Tue 1/922:00
EDI
-
AVV
2 stops31h 10m
Qantas Airways
Tue 22/920:55
AVV
-
EDI
2 stops32h 10m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 19/5£1,384
Sun 18/1022:00
EDI
-
AVV
2 stops38h 50m
Qantas Airways
Sat 5/1214:50
AVV
-
EDI
2 stops39h 15m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 23/5£1,405
Sun 21/622:00
EDI
-
AVV
2 stops39h 50m
Qantas Airways
Fri 17/720:55
AVV
-
EDI
2 stops32h 10m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 23/5£1,406
Sat 17/1022:00
EDI
-
AVV
2 stops38h 50m
Qantas Airways
Sat 5/1214:50
AVV
-
EDI
2 stops39h 15m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 20/5£1,420
Tue 30/622:00
EDI
-
AVV
2 stops39h 50m
Qantas Airways
Tue 11/816:40
AVV
-
EDI
2 stops36h 25m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 22/5£1,437
Thu 18/622:00
EDI
-
AVV
2 stops26h 45m
Qantas Airways
Thu 25/614:55
AVV
-
EDI
2 stops38h 10m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 20/5£1,457
Thu 12/1120:55
EDI
-
AVV
2 stops30h 10m
Qantas Airways
Mon 16/1108:10
AVV
-
EDI
2 stops45h 55m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 19/5£1,611

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 24 May 2026.

Round-trip from

£907

One-way from

£450

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£998
Emirates
  • Emirates
  • 1/9-22/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 52h 40m total
  • Edinburgh to Melbourne
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1/8
  • 1/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 58h 20m total
  • Edinburgh to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (£67 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£23 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest return flight

EdinburghMelbourne

EDI - MEL

EDIMEL

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 16/6

15:10-22:05

1 stop21h 55m

Melbourne

Tue 28/7

22:45-06:25

1 stop40h 40m

£1,038

EdinburghMelbourne

EDI - MEL

EDIMEL

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 3/6

22:00-16:40

1 stop33h 40m

Melbourne

Sun 14/6

05:15-20:05

1 stop23h 50m

£1,092

EdinburghMelbourne

EDI - MEL

EDIMEL

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 28/9

22:00-16:40

1 stop33h 40m

Melbourne

Wed 21/10

13:05-20:05

2 stops41h 00m

£1,110

EdinburghMelbourne

EDI - MEL

EDIMEL

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 13/11

20:55-23:20

1 stop39h 25m

Melbourne

Tue 17/11

23:55-19:05

1 stop30h 10m

£1,125
Fastest return journey

EdinburghMelbourne

EDI - MEL

EDIMEL

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 20/6

07:55-20:40

2 stops27h 45m

Melbourne

Sat 4/7

22:45-13:40

1 stop23h 55m

£1,147

EdinburghMelbourne

EDI - MEL

EDIMEL

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 1/9

22:00-08:50

2 stops25h 50m

Melbourne

Tue 22/9

15:55-20:05

2 stops37h 10m

£1,151

EdinburghMelbourne

EDI - MEL

EDIMEL

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 17/6

07:55-20:40

2 stops27h 45m

Melbourne

Fri 26/6

18:15-13:40

2 stops28h 25m

£1,206

EdinburghMelbourne

EDI - MEL

EDIMEL

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 13/11

13:25-10:00

2 stops33h 35m

Melbourne

Tue 17/11

12:00-10:40

2 stops33h 40m

£1,232

EdinburghMelbourne

EDI - AVV

EDIAVV

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 1/9

22:00-14:10

2 stops31h 10m

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 22/9

20:55-20:05

2 stops32h 10m

£1,384

EdinburghMelbourne

EDI - AVV

EDIAVV

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 17/10

22:00-22:50

2 stops38h 50m

Melbourne Avalon

Sat 5/12

14:50-19:05

2 stops39h 15m

£1,420

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Melbourne (average of £523). Flying from Edinburgh to Melbourne in August is currently the most expensive (average of £1,015). 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 73 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 24 May 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,Qantas Airways, andQatar Airways 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
3,573 reviews
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Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

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
3,573 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,573 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

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
1,041 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,573 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

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
7.4
Good
3,727 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,573 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

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
9,750 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,573 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

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
7,997 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,573 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

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 £1,038, Qatar Airways can have you in Melbourne from Edinburgh in 21h 55m. 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 £817 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Lufthansa and Qatar Airways, starting at £820 and £841 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 £492 on China Southern. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Qatar Airways from £528 and British Airways from £539 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, Burj Al Arab, and Gold Souq are currently the most popular points of interest in Dubai at the moment. Burj Khalifa, Burj Al Arab, and Gold Souq are located about 6.8 mi, 13.6 mi, and 4.2 mi, respectively from Dubai Intl. Those landing in Dubai looking to spend some time exploring during their stopover can hire a car for about £14 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Melbourne (average of £523). Flying from Edinburgh to Melbourne in August is currently the most expensive (average of £1,015). 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 24 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest£817Average£1,117FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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LufthansaCheapest£820Average£981FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£841Average£1,167FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest£861Average£1,034FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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United AirlinesCheapest£898Average£946FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapest£976Average£1,123FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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American AirlinesCheapest£1,000Average£1,077FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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FinnairCheapest£1,072Average£1,366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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