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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo from £261

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 15/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — TYO
7 Sep — 14 Sep1
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 8 August 2026.

Mon 19/1014:00 -
1 stop19h 05m
Thu 22/1021:15 -
2 stops22h 05m
Deal found 3/8£478
Sun 18/1020:45 -
1 stop18h 50m
Thu 22/1008:20 -
1 stop35h 00m
Deal found 3/8£487
Thu 3/911:35 -
1 stop27h 10m
Thu 10/914:55 -
1 stop17h 40m
Deal found 4/8£488
Sun 18/1022:35 -
1 stop34h 30m
Sun 25/1019:55 -
2 stops23h 25m
Deal found 4/8£489
Fri 4/908:00 -
1 stop29h 05m
Tue 15/913:20 -
1 stop15h 40m
Deal found 4/8£491
Wed 12/808:00 -
1 stop29h 05m
Tue 25/813:20 -
1 stop15h 40m
Deal found 5/8£492
Sun 23/808:00 -
1 stop29h 05m
Tue 25/813:20 -
1 stop15h 40m
Deal found 6/8£493
Wed 12/808:00 -
1 stop29h 05m
Tue 8/913:20 -
1 stop15h 40m
Deal found 6/8£494
Tue 1/911:00 -
1 stop35h 20m
Fri 11/908:40 -
1 stop27h 00m
Deal found 7/8£496
Sat 17/1014:00 -
1 stop19h 05m
Sun 25/1019:55 -
2 stops23h 25m
Deal found 4/8£497
Sat 17/1012:00 -
1 stop29h 55m
Sat 24/1013:50 -
1 stop22h 15m
Deal found 4/8£500
Tue 8/921:35 -
1 stop28h 30m
Mon 14/906:35 -
2 stops28h 10m
Deal found 7/8£501

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 8 August 2026.

Round-trip from

£478

One-way from

£261

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£577

Good one-way deal

£542 or less
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  • 19/10-22/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 41h 10m total
  • Melbourne to Tokyo
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  • 15/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 28h 30m total
  • Melbourne to Tokyo
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£14 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 8 August 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 Melbourne - NRT Tokyo Narita

MELNRT

Melbourne

Sat 17/10

12:00-15:55

1 stop29h 55m

Tokyo Narita

Tue 27/10

10:55-14:05

1 stop25h 10m

£556

MelbourneTokyo

MEL Melbourne - NRT Tokyo Narita

MELNRT

Melbourne

Sat 17/10

12:00-15:55

1 stop29h 55m

Tokyo Narita

Sun 25/10

13:00-10:00

1 stop19h 00m

£582

MelbourneTokyo

MEL Melbourne - NRT Tokyo Narita

MELNRT

Melbourne

Sun 18/10

12:00-12:50

1 stop26h 50m

Tokyo Narita

Sun 25/10

13:00-10:00

1 stop19h 00m

£612

MelbourneTokyo

MEL Melbourne - NRT Tokyo Narita

MELNRT

Melbourne

Sun 18/10

12:00-12:50

1 stop26h 50m

Tokyo Narita

Fri 23/10

10:55-13:40

1 stop24h 45m

£613

MelbourneTokyo

MEL Melbourne - HND Tokyo Haneda

MELHND

Melbourne

Sun 18/10

12:00-21:20

1 stop35h 20m

Tokyo Haneda

Sat 24/10

17:10-14:05

1 stop18h 55m

£639

MelbourneTokyo

MEL Melbourne - HND Tokyo Haneda

MELHND

Melbourne

Sun 18/10

12:00-21:20

1 stop35h 20m

Tokyo Haneda

Sun 25/10

20:15-10:00

1 stop35h 45m

£641
Fastest return journey

MelbourneTokyo

MEL Melbourne - HND Tokyo Haneda

MELHND

Melbourne

Tue 20/10

18:30-05:25

1 stop12h 55m

Tokyo Haneda

Thu 22/10

22:00-17:45

1 stop17h 45m

£678

MelbourneTokyo

MEL Melbourne - HND Tokyo Haneda

MELHND

Melbourne

Sat 17/10

22:30-21:20

1 stop24h 50m

Tokyo Haneda

Sat 24/10

20:00-14:05

1 stop16h 05m

£681

MelbourneTokyo

MEL Melbourne - HND Tokyo Haneda

MELHND

Melbourne

Fri 16/10

15:25-13:55

1 stop24h 30m

Tokyo Haneda

Wed 28/10

10:10-23:00

1 stop34h 50m

£699

MelbourneTokyo

MEL Melbourne - HND Tokyo Haneda

MELHND

Melbourne

Wed 9/9

08:00-00:45

1 stop17h 45m

Tokyo Haneda

Fri 11/9

02:05-06:30

1 stop27h 25m

£736

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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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo (average of £518). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo in December is currently the most expensive (average of £821). 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 8 August 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.

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

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Melbourne Airport to Tokyo flights typically cost between £447 and £721 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £478 on Scoot (19 Oct–22 Oct).

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.

Cairns (CNS) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 40% 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 £570.

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: 13h 10m.

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 Singapore (SIN) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 10m.

How often are flights from Melbourne to Tokyo delayed?

About 27% of weekly flights between Melbourne and Tokyo have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 112 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 24% of flights being delayed.

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

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 25 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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 £736, China Eastern can have you in Tokyo from Melbourne Airport in 17h 45m. The distance from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo is about 5066 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo (average of £518). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo in December is currently the most expensive (average of £821). 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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