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Cheap flights from London to Melbourne Airport from £451

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.
LON — MEL
25 Jul — 1 Aug1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from London to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from London (LON) 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 20 July 2025.

Round-trip from

£757

One-way from

£451

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£1,264
Royal Brunei Airlines
  • Royal Brunei Airlines
  • 12/10-21/10
  • 4 total stops
  • 54h 10m total
  • London to Melbourne
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15/9
  • 15/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 33h 05m total
  • London to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (£66 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£22 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from London to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from London to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 July 2025.

Sun 12/1017:15LHR - MEL
2 stops27h 15mRoyal Brunei Airlines
Tue 21/1013:30MEL - LHR
2 stops26h 55mRoyal Brunei Airlines
Deal found 19/7£757
Fri 29/822:10LHR - MEL
1 stop25h 30mChina Southern
Fri 14/1111:25MEL - LHR
2 stops41h 30mChina Southern
Deal found 18/7£758
Tue 28/1010:30LGW - MEL
1 stop40h 35mChina Eastern
Wed 19/1112:00MEL - LGW
1 stop29h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 18/7£758
Mon 1/921:20LHR - MEL
1 stop26h 40mChina Eastern
Mon 8/911:00MEL - LHR
1 stop40h 40mChina Eastern
Deal found 18/7£759
Wed 27/822:00LHR - MEL
1 stop31h 05mHainan Airlines
Sun 31/819:45MEL - LHR
1 stop32h 45mHainan Airlines
Deal found 18/7£760
Tue 14/1021:30LGW - MEL
2 stops60h 50mChina Southern
Thu 6/1123:30MEL - LGW
2 stops52h 50mChina Southern
Deal found 18/7£761
Wed 10/921:35LHR - MEL
1 stop25h 35mMalaysia Airlines
Wed 8/1008:45MEL - LHR
1 stop31h 10mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 18/7£772
Sat 6/921:30LGW - MEL
2 stops50h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/921:30MEL - LGW
1 stop26h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/7£778
Mon 22/912:20LHR - MEL
1 stop24h 55mCathay Pacific
Sun 12/1000:45MEL - LHR
1 stop24h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 18/7£793
Wed 10/922:00LHR - MEL
1 stop31h 05mMultiple Airlines
Fri 26/905:00MEL - LHR
1 stop22h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/7£796
Tue 7/1013:20STN - MEL
3 stops35h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 26/1013:35MEL - STN
3 stops45h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/7£806
Sun 9/1117:15LCY - MEL
2 stops25h 30mLufthansa
Thu 19/216:40MEL - LCY
2 stops27h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 18/7£905

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Customise your flight search to find flights from London to Melbourne 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 20 July 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.

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LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Sun 12/10

17:15-06:30

2 stops27h 15m

Melbourne

Tue 21/10

13:30-06:25

2 stops26h 55m

£757

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Fri 29/8

22:10-08:40

1 stop25h 30m

Melbourne

Fri 14/11

11:25-17:55

2 stops41h 30m

£758

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Tue 28/10

10:30-14:05

1 stop40h 35m

Melbourne

Wed 19/11

12:00-06:30

1 stop29h 30m

£758

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Mon 1/9

21:20-09:00

1 stop26h 40m

Melbourne

Mon 8/9

11:00-18:40

1 stop40h 40m

£759

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Wed 27/8

22:00-14:05

1 stop31h 05m

Melbourne

Sun 31/8

19:45-19:30

1 stop32h 45m

£760

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Tue 14/10

21:30-20:20

2 stops60h 50m

Melbourne

Thu 6/11

23:30-17:20

2 stops52h 50m

£761

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Wed 10/9

21:35-08:10

1 stop25h 35m

Melbourne

Wed 8/10

08:45-05:55

1 stop31h 10m

£772

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Sat 6/9

21:30-08:40

2 stops50h 10m

Melbourne

Tue 9/9

21:30-15:00

1 stop26h 30m

£778

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Mon 22/9

12:20-22:15

1 stop24h 55m

Melbourne

Sun 12/10

00:45-15:15

1 stop24h 30m

£793

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Wed 10/9

22:00-14:05

1 stop31h 05m

Melbourne

Fri 26/9

05:00-18:45

1 stop22h 45m

£796

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Best time to book a flight from London to Melbourne

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from London to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 18 July 2025.

The best time to book flights from London to Melbourne Airport is 52 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Melbourne Airport (average of £1,121). Flying from London to Melbourne Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,692). 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 LON to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from London to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 20 July 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from London to Melbourne Airport in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 14% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from London to Melbourne Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from London to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 29 September 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their London to Melbourne Airport flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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

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 20 July 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Hainan Airlines, Emirates, andCathay Pacific from London 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.
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
41 reviews
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Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

8.6

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.9

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
41 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
41 reviews
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Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

8.6

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.9

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,288 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
41 reviews
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Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

8.6

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.9

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
938 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
41 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

8.6

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.9

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
China Southern
7.6
Good
104 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
41 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

8.6

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.9

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
Malaysia Airlines
7.4
Good
269 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
41 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

8.6

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.9

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    Our cheapest airline available from London to Melbourne Airport is Royal Brunei Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £757 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are China Eastern and China Southern, starting at £757 and £758 round-trip. Royal Brunei Airlines is priced at 20% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as £451 on China Southern. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include China Eastern from £451 and Air China from £453 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from London to Melbourne Airport?

    The most popular route from London to Melbourne Airport is London Heathrow - Melbourne. You may also consider London Gatwick - Melbourne or London Stansted - Melbourne.

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

    London to Melbourne Airport flights have a stopover in Singapore most of the time. London to Melbourne Airport flights stop in Shanghai the next most. Shanghai is followed by Doha in terms of the most popular stopover location for London to Melbourne Airport flights.

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

    Sentosa, Merlion, and Universal Studios Singapore are currently the most popular points of interest in Singapore at the moment. Those on a stopover in Singapore interested in visiting Sentosa, Merlion, or Universal Studios Singapore can do so by traveling 13.4 mi, 10.5 mi, and 13.4 mi, respectively from Singapore Changi. Travellers in need of a car in Singapore can hire one for about £124 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Shanghai?

    Shanghai Disneyland, Shanghai Grand Theatre, and French Concession are the most popular attractions in Shanghai if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Travellers on a stopover in Shanghai can visit Shanghai Disneyland, Shanghai Grand Theatre, and French Concession, by travelling 8.7 mi, 20.6 mi, and 20.4 mi, respectively after landing at Shanghai Pu Dong.

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

    Flights departing from London and landing in Melbourne Airport stopover in Beijing least frequently. Bandar Seri Begawan is the second least popular location for stopovers on flights from London to Melbourne Airport. Guangzhou sees the third fewest flights with stopovers for the London to Melbourne Airport route.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Melbourne Airport (average of £1,121). Flying from London to Melbourne Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,692). 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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Beijing Capital AirlinesCheapest£361Average£735FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest£482Average£601FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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Air ChinaCheapest£521Average£889FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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China SouthernCheapest£606Average£733FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air IndiaCheapest£639Average£903FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapest£640Average£762FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£660Average£908FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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China AirlinesCheapest£736Average£841FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Air FranceCheapest£803Average£960FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Oman AirCheapest£822Average£1,230FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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