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Cheap flights from Cardiff to Melbourne Airport from £538

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 17/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CWL — MEL
21 Feb — 28 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Cardiff to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cardiff to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 January 2026.

Fri 6/312:20
CWL
-
MEL
3 stops32h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 13/322:40
MEL
-
CWL
3 stops32h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1£919
Tue 3/317:25
CWL
-
MEL
2 stops55h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 24/312:25
MEL
-
CWL
2 stops56h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/1£1,188
Wed 4/310:20
CWL
-
MEL
2 stops32h 55m
Air France
Wed 1/413:05
MEL
-
CWL
2 stops37h 40m
Air France
Deal found 21/1£1,327
Tue 1/917:15
CWL
-
MEL
2 stops29h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 10/112:05
MEL
-
CWL
2 stops39h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/1£1,443
Tue 3/317:25
CWL
-
MEL
3 stops39h 45m
KLM
Tue 24/307:00
MEL
-
CWL
3 stops37h 50m
KLM
Deal found 21/1£1,455
Wed 4/310:20
CWL
-
MEL
2 stops32h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 1/407:00
MEL
-
CWL
3 stops43h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/1£1,491
Tue 1/917:15
CWL
-
MEL
2 stops29h 05m
KLM
Sun 10/107:00
MEL
-
CWL
3 stops44h 45m
KLM
Deal found 20/1£1,519
Wed 4/310:20
CWL
-
MEL
3 stops38h 30m
KLM
Wed 1/407:00
MEL
-
CWL
3 stops43h 45m
KLM
Deal found 21/1£1,547

Find flight deals from Cardiff to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cardiff (CWL) to Melbourne (MEL). 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 22 January 2026.

Round-trip from

£919

One-way from

£538

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£1,949
6/3-13/3
  • 6/3-13/3
  • 6 total stops
  • 64h 05m total
  • Cardiff to Melbourne
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17/2
  • 17/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 58h 20m total
  • Cardiff to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price (£213 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease (£63 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Cardiff

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Melbourne

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CardiffMelbourne

CWL - MEL

CWLMEL

Cardiff Wales

Fri 6/3

12:20-07:25

3 stops32h 05m

Melbourne

Fri 13/3

22:40-19:40

3 stops32h 00m

£919

CardiffMelbourne

CWL - MEL

CWLMEL

Cardiff Wales

Tue 3/3

17:25-12:05

2 stops55h 40m

Melbourne

Tue 24/3

12:25-09:50

2 stops56h 25m

£1,188

CardiffMelbourne

CWL - MEL

CWLMEL

Cardiff Wales

Wed 4/3

10:20-06:15

2 stops32h 55m

Melbourne

Wed 1/4

13:05-16:45

2 stops37h 40m

£1,327

CardiffMelbourne

CWL - MEL

CWLMEL

Cardiff Wales

Wed 4/3

10:20-06:15

2 stops32h 55m

Melbourne

Wed 1/4

07:00-16:45

3 stops43h 45m

£1,491

CardiffMelbourne

CWL - MEL

CWLMEL

Cardiff Wales

Wed 4/3

10:20-11:50

3 stops38h 30m

Melbourne

Wed 1/4

07:00-16:45

3 stops43h 45m

£1,547

CardiffMelbourne

CWL - MEL

CWLMEL

Cardiff Wales

Fri 20/2

17:15-05:45

2 stops25h 30m

Melbourne

Sat 28/2

16:10-16:50

2 stops35h 40m

£1,676

CardiffMelbourne

CWL - MEL

CWLMEL

Cardiff Wales

Fri 20/2

17:15-11:50

3 stops31h 35m

Melbourne

Sat 28/2

07:00-09:50

3 stops37h 50m

£1,816

CardiffMelbourne

CWL - MEL

CWLMEL

Cardiff Wales

Wed 1/4

17:15-18:10

2 stops38h 55m

Melbourne

Sun 31/5

05:55-09:15

2 stops36h 20m

£1,825

CardiffMelbourne

CWL - MEL

CWLMEL

Cardiff Wales

Tue 17/2

16:45-14:05

3 stops58h 20m

£538

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Deals found on 20/1

Best time to book a flight from Cardiff to Melbourne

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cardiff to Melbourne Airport (average of £869). Flying from Cardiff to Melbourne Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £1,558). 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.

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 22 January 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Cardiff to Melbourne Airport, such as KLM and Etihad Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,442 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.7

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,442 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,442 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.7

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,374 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,442 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.7

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cardiff 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 Cardiff to Melbourne?

    For a flight from Cardiff to Melbourne, you will be flying from Cardiff Wales. Cardiff Wales (CWL) is just 9.1 mi from the center of the city. Cardiff Wales is the only Cardiff airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Melbourne per day. 2 airlines have flights to Melbourne from Cardiff Wales on a regular basis.

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

    Departing from Cardiff to Melbourne Airport will take you 32h 55m. Cardiff and Melbourne Airport are separated by a distance of 10619 mi.

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

    Currently priced at £945, Etihad Airways will fly you from Cardiff to Melbourne Airport and back. In addition to Etihad Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on KLM for as low as £1,268. Etihad Airways is 34% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cardiff to Melbourne Airport (average of £869). Flying from Cardiff to Melbourne Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £1,558). 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 2 airlines flying from Cardiff to Melbourne

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapest£945Average£1,103FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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KLMCheapest£1,268Average£1,725FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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