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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo from £181

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 5/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — TYO
27 Feb — 6 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Tokyo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Tokyo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 28 January 2026.

Thu 4/610:20
MEL
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HND
2 stops28h 40m
China Southern
Mon 8/615:45
HND
-
MEL
2 stops26h 35m
China Southern
Deal found 27/1£317
Sat 30/512:00
MEL
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NRT
1 stop25h 00m
China Eastern
Fri 19/613:00
NRT
-
MEL
1 stop20h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 26/1£330
Mon 1/612:00
MEL
-
NRT
1 stop25h 00m
China Eastern
Fri 12/613:00
NRT
-
MEL
1 stop20h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 25/1£331
Sat 30/512:00
MEL
-
NRT
2 stops26h 55m
China Eastern
Fri 12/613:00
NRT
-
MEL
1 stop20h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 27/1£340
Wed 10/608:00
MEL
-
NRT
1 stop29h 05m
Juneyao Airlines
Thu 18/613:20
NRT
-
MEL
1 stop15h 40m
Juneyao Airlines
Deal found 27/1£353
Thu 19/222:30
MEL
-
NRT
1 stop19h 25m
China Eastern
Sat 7/313:50
NRT
-
MEL
1 stop22h 15m
China Eastern
Deal found 27/1£358
Sat 7/212:00
MEL
-
HND
1 stop26h 30m
China Eastern
Fri 6/314:30
HND
-
MEL
1 stop21h 35m
China Eastern
Deal found 27/1£359
Fri 13/311:25
MEL
-
HND
2 stops52h 40m
China Southern
Fri 20/315:40
HND
-
MEL
2 stops51h 50m
China Southern
Deal found 26/1£365
Sat 6/612:00
MEL
-
NRT
2 stops26h 55m
China Eastern
Wed 17/613:00
NRT
-
MEL
1 stop20h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 26/1£365
Sat 30/512:00
MEL
-
NRT
1 stop25h 00m
China Eastern
Tue 9/614:55
NRT
-
MEL
2 stops42h 05m
China Eastern
Deal found 27/1£366
Mon 25/512:00
MEL
-
NRT
1 stop25h 00m
China Eastern
Tue 23/613:50
NRT
-
MEL
1 stop18h 10m
China Eastern
Deal found 27/1£370
Mon 1/612:00
MEL
-
NRT
1 stop25h 00m
China Eastern
Sat 13/610:55
NRT
-
MEL
1 stop21h 05m
China Eastern
Deal found 25/1£371

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Tokyo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to Tokyo (TYO). 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 28 January 2026.

Round-trip from

£317

One-way from

£181

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£564

Good round-trip deal

£1,740 or less
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 4/6-8/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 55h 15m total
  • Melbourne to Tokyo
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Juneyao Airlines
  • Juneyao Airlines
  • 5/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 28h 55m total
  • Melbourne to Tokyo
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£11 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Tokyo that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 28 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo that are best for you.

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MelbourneTokyo

MEL - NRT

MELNRT

Melbourne

Mon 1/6

12:00-12:00

1 stop25h 00m

Tokyo Narita

Thu 18/6

14:55-10:00

2 stops42h 05m

£366

MelbourneTokyo

MEL - NRT

MELNRT

Melbourne

Mon 4/5

12:00-13:55

2 stops26h 55m

Tokyo Narita

Fri 8/5

13:00-10:00

1 stop20h 00m

£366

MelbourneTokyo

MEL - NRT

MELNRT

Melbourne

Mon 1/6

12:00-12:00

1 stop25h 00m

Tokyo Narita

Mon 15/6

10:55-12:40

1 stop24h 45m

£370

MelbourneTokyo

MEL - NRT

MELNRT

Melbourne

Thu 5/3

21:40-15:10

1 stop19h 30m

Tokyo Narita

Fri 13/3

16:40-14:30

1 stop19h 50m

£392

MelbourneTokyo

MEL - NRT

MELNRT

Melbourne

Thu 4/6

12:00-12:00

1 stop25h 00m

Tokyo Narita

Sat 20/6

13:00-09:00

1 stop19h 00m

£433

MelbourneTokyo

MEL - HND

MELHND

Melbourne

Sun 8/2

12:00-20:50

1 stop34h 50m

Tokyo Haneda

Mon 2/3

08:40-14:05

1 stop27h 25m

£445

MelbourneTokyo

MEL - NRT

MELNRT

Melbourne

Fri 5/6

11:00-15:55

1 stop29h 55m

Tokyo Narita

Tue 16/6

14:55-10:00

2 stops42h 05m

£462

MelbourneTokyo

MEL - NRT

MELNRT

Melbourne

Fri 29/5

11:00-12:50

1 stop26h 50m

Tokyo Narita

Tue 16/6

14:55-10:00

2 stops42h 05m

£463

MelbourneTokyo

MEL - NRT

MELNRT

Melbourne

Mon 8/6

11:00-12:00

1 stop26h 00m

Tokyo Narita

Tue 16/6

13:50-09:00

1 stop18h 10m

£465

MelbourneTokyo

MEL - NRT

MELNRT

Melbourne

Sun 7/6

11:00-12:00

1 stop26h 00m

Tokyo Narita

Tue 16/6

13:50-09:00

1 stop18h 10m

£465

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Tokyo

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Tokyo. Price data was last updated on 23 January 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 35 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo (average of £276). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo in December is currently the most expensive (average of £457). 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 is the cheapest time of day to fly from MEL to TYO?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Tokyo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 28 January 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo

Explore weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Tokyo. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 28 January 2026.

The most flights from MEL to TYO are scheduled on a Monday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

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

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo?

Share of one-stop return flights from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Shanghai (PVG) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 33% of one-stop itineraries from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Singapore (SIN) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of £369.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Cairns (CNS) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 12h 40m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Cairns (CNS) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 2h 15m.

How often are flights from Melbourne to Tokyo delayed?

About 24% of weekly flights between Melbourne and Tokyo have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 132 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to Tokyo flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Melbourne to Tokyo flights?

Over the past year, Japan Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 20% of flights being delayed.

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo?

    For as low as £392, China Eastern can have you in Tokyo from Melbourne Airport in 19h 30m. The distance from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo is about 5078 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo?

    Consider Japan Airlines (57%), MIAT Mongolian (57%) or LATAM Airlines (43%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £1,730. While the most popular route (Melbourne - Tokyo Narita) can be booked for £326 on average, our data indicates £1,740 when flying from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Tokyo 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 Melbourne Airport to Tokyo?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo (average of £276). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo in December is currently the most expensive (average of £457). 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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