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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to Melbourne Airport from £412

EDI — MEL
7 Oct — 14 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Edinburgh to Melbourne

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Cheapest flights from Edinburgh to Melbourne

Tue 29/1206:10 -
2 stops30h 40m
Mon 25/101:50 -
2 stops43h 15m
Deal found 3/9£805
Tue 20/1013:30 -
2 stops38h 10m
Tue 27/1022:30 -
2 stops31h 45m
Deal found 5/9£830
Mon 28/1220:55 -
2 stops39h 55m
Thu 28/122:30 -
2 stops32h 45m
Deal found 3/9£862
Tue 13/1006:00 -
2 stops42h 00m
Tue 27/1022:30 -
2 stops31h 45m
Deal found 6/9£911
Sat 19/905:55 -
3 stops39h 20m
Mon 5/1012:00 -
2 stops35h 25m
Deal found 3/9£941
Tue 29/1216:15 -
2 stops30h 30m
Sat 20/223:30 -
2 stops34h 15m
Deal found 3/9£984
Tue 27/1019:55 -
2 stops34h 05m
Sat 31/1018:20 -
2 stops29h 15m
Deal found 3/9£989
Fri 13/1114:05 -
1 stop22h 15m
Fri 27/1123:40 -
1 stop41h 20m
Deal found 3/9£990
Fri 18/911:25 -
2 stops58h 20m
Sun 18/1009:45 -
2 stops32h 05m
Deal found 5/9£993
Fri 13/1107:30 -
1 stop28h 50m
Thu 31/1216:10 -
1 stop31h 25m
Deal found 6/9£999
Fri 13/1120:55 -
1 stop34h 20m
Fri 27/1123:55 -
1 stop30h 10m
Deal found 2/9£1,010

Find flight deals from Edinburgh to Melbourne

Round-trip from

£805

One-way from

£430

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£1,087
29/12-25/1
  • 29/12-25/1
  • 4 total stops
  • 73h 55m total
  • Edinburgh to Melbourne
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31/10-31/12
  • 31/10-31/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 54h 10m total
  • Edinburgh to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (£115 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£21 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2026
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EdinburghMelbourne

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - MEL Melbourne

EDIMEL

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 8/12

07:20-09:45

3 stops39h 25m

Melbourne

Wed 31/12

00:00-15:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£412

EdinburghMelbourne

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - MEL Melbourne

EDIMEL

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 6/11

18:50-17:35

3 stops59h 45m

Melbourne

Wed 31/12

00:00-15:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£454

EdinburghMelbourne

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - MEL Melbourne

EDIMEL

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 31/10

17:05-14:05

2 stops58h 00m

Melbourne

Wed 31/12

00:00-15:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£463
Fastest return journey

EdinburghMelbourne

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - MEL Melbourne

EDIMEL

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 31/10

14:05-23:20

1 stop22h 15m

Melbourne

Wed 31/12

00:00-15:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£653

EdinburghMelbourne

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - MEL Melbourne

EDIMEL

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 5/11

12:20-17:00

2 stops41h 40m

Melbourne

Wed 31/12

00:00-15:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£685

EdinburghMelbourne

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - MEL Melbourne

EDIMEL

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 5/11

20:55-10:15

2 stops50h 20m

Melbourne

Wed 31/12

00:00-15:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£732

EdinburghMelbourne

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - MEL Melbourne

EDIMEL

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 18/2

08:10-07:20

2 stops36h 10m

Melbourne

Thu 4/3

15:30-17:50

2 stops37h 20m

£880

EdinburghMelbourne

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - MEL Melbourne

EDIMEL

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 13/2

07:30-17:50

1 stop23h 20m

Melbourne

Wed 24/2

16:10-12:35

1 stop31h 25m

£1,144

EdinburghMelbourne

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - MEL Melbourne

EDIMEL

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 11/11

13:15-07:20

3 stops31h 05m

Melbourne

Sun 15/11

15:30-12:10

3 stops31h 40m

£1,192

EdinburghMelbourne

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - MEL Melbourne

EDIMEL

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 11/1

20:20-07:15

2 stops47h 55m

Melbourne

Wed 20/1

00:30-19:50

2 stops30h 20m

£1,201

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from Edinburgh to Melbourne Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 76 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 Edinburgh to Melbourne Airport?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Melbourne Airport (average of £1,003). Flying from Edinburgh to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,465). 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 Airport?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Edinburgh to Melbourne Airport flights typically cost between £996 and £1,245 in December.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £805 on Multiple Airlines (29 Dec–25 Jan).

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,Finnair, andQantas Airways from Edinburgh to Melbourne Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,653 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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
3,653 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,653 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,432 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,653 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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
1,090 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,653 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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
3,734 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,653 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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
8,211 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,653 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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

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

    Located just 6.8 mi from the city center, Edinburgh Turnhouse is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Melbourne from Edinburgh. Booking flights from Turnhouse (EDI) to Melbourne should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Melbourne from 8 different airlines.

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

    A quick flight from Edinburgh to Melbourne Airport can take about 30h 15m. Finnair provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £948. There are 10496 mi between Edinburgh and Melbourne Airport. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    Currently priced at £654, Lufthansa will fly you from Edinburgh to Melbourne Airport and back. In addition to Lufthansa, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Qatar Airways and Emirates - these airlines can fly you to your destination from £829 and £856, respectively. These flights start at 43% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for China Southern. According to our data, you can fly for as low as £489. Users have also found prices from £529 and £558 on Qatar Airways and Emirates, respectively.

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

    The most popular stopover on flights from Edinburgh to Melbourne Airport is Dubai.

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

    The majority of Dubai visitors spend their time at Burj Khalifa, Gold Souq, and LEGOLAND Dubai. Those on a stopover in Dubai interested in visiting Burj Khalifa, Gold Souq, or LEGOLAND Dubai can do so by traveling 6.8 mi, 4.2 mi, and 32.0 mi, respectively from Dubai Intl. Those on a stopover in Dubai in need of a car hire can book one at Dubai Intl for about £19.

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

    Edinburgh to Melbourne Airport flights have a stopover in Doha the least frequently.

  • 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 Airport?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Melbourne Airport (average of £1,003). Flying from Edinburgh to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,465). 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

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapest£654Average£1,269FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£832Average£1,193FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest£856Average£1,079FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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United AirlinesCheapest£917Average£1,298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapest£942Average£1,259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest£952Average£1,095FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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American AirlinesCheapest£994Average£1,070FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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FinnairCheapest£1,066Average£1,399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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