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Cheap flights from London to Melbourne Airport from £378

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 27/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — MEL
5 May — 12 May1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London to Melbourne are usually found in May or March, booked 56 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

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 30 April 2025.

Round-trip from

£616

One-way from

£378

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£946
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 12/6-19/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 71h 00m total
  • London to Melbourne
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27/5
  • 27/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 54h 05m total
  • London to Melbourne
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£20 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 30 April 2025.

Thu 12/621:20LHR - MEL
1 stop30h 20mChina Eastern
Thu 19/611:00MEL - LHR
1 stop40h 40mChina Eastern
Deal found 28/4£616
Wed 4/621:00LHR - MEL
2 stops37h 20mChina Southern
Thu 12/610:20MEL - LHR
2 stops40h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 29/4£626
Thu 5/618:00LGW - MEL
1 stop30h 00mChina Eastern
Mon 9/612:00MEL - LGW
2 stops36h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 28/4£626
Fri 9/520:25LHR - MEL
1 stop33h 10mAir China
Fri 23/520:00MEL - LHR
1 stop33h 30mAir China
Deal found 29/4£643
Fri 6/622:05LHR - MEL
1 stop28h 30mBeijing Capital Airlines
Sun 22/613:35MEL - LHR
1 stop39h 10mBeijing Capital Airlines
Deal found 28/4£646
Thu 11/921:45LHR - MEL
1 stop35h 10mAir India
Sun 28/919:00MEL - LHR
1 stop33h 30mAir India
Deal found 29/4£672
Thu 11/912:00LGW - MEL
1 stop22h 20mChina Southern
Mon 24/1123:30MEL - LGW
2 stops28h 50mChina Southern
Deal found 28/4£682
Fri 9/522:00LHR - MEL
2 stops31h 05mHainan Airlines
Sun 25/519:45MEL - LHR
2 stops32h 45mHainan Airlines
Deal found 28/4£694
Sun 1/619:15LHR - MEL
2 stops39h 05mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/620:00MEL - LHR
2 stops33h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/4£707
Sun 1/611:25LGW - MEL
2 stops33h 50mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/612:05MEL - LGW
2 stops51h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/4£708
Wed 15/1017:15LHR - MEL
2 stops27h 15mRoyal Brunei Airlines
Thu 6/1113:30MEL - LHR
2 stops28h 50mRoyal Brunei Airlines
Deal found 29/4£709
Tue 27/513:20STN - MEL
3 stops35h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 17/609:25MEL - STN
3 stops46h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4£713

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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 30 April 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

Thu 12/6

21:20-12:40

1 stop30h 20m

Melbourne

Thu 19/6

11:00-18:40

1 stop40h 40m

£616

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Wed 4/6

21:00-19:20

2 stops37h 20m

Melbourne

Thu 12/6

10:20-18:05

2 stops40h 45m

£626

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Thu 5/6

18:00-09:00

1 stop30h 00m

Melbourne

Mon 9/6

12:00-15:00

2 stops36h 00m

£626

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Fri 9/5

20:25-14:35

1 stop33h 10m

Melbourne

Fri 23/5

20:00-20:30

1 stop33h 30m

£643

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Fri 6/6

22:05-11:35

1 stop28h 30m

Melbourne

Sun 22/6

13:35-19:45

1 stop39h 10m

£646

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Sat 10/5

21:30-19:20

2 stops60h 50m

Melbourne

Sun 25/5

21:00-18:30

2 stops54h 30m

£661

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Fri 26/9

12:30-17:30

1 stop44h 00m

Melbourne

Fri 17/10

20:00-19:30

1 stop33h 30m

£671

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Wed 8/10

17:15-06:30

2 stops27h 15m

Melbourne

Tue 21/10

13:30-06:25

2 stops26h 55m

£691

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Fri 9/5

22:00-14:05

2 stops31h 05m

Melbourne

Sun 25/5

19:45-19:30

2 stops32h 45m

£694

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Sun 1/6

19:15-19:20

2 stops39h 05m

Melbourne

Fri 6/6

20:00-20:15

2 stops33h 15m

£707

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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 25 April 2025.

The best time to book flights from London to Melbourne Airport is 56 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 30 April 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from London to Melbourne Airport in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 42% 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 16 June 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. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne Airport ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne Airport when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 8.0 C).

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 30 April 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Hainan Airlines, Singapore Airlines and Emirates from London to Melbourne to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
38 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.6

Crew

9.0

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

8.5

Comfort

8.1

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
8.1
Very Good
38 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
38 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.6

Crew

9.0

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

8.5

Comfort

8.1

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.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
38 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.6

Crew

9.0

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

8.5

Comfort

8.1

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
8.0
Very Good
3,213 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
38 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.6

Crew

9.0

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

8.5

Comfort

8.1

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.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,334 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
38 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.6

Crew

9.0

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

8.5

Comfort

8.1

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.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,588 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
38 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.6

Crew

9.0

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

8.5

Comfort

8.1

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 China Eastern. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £616 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are China Southern and Air China, starting at £626 and £643 round-trip. China Eastern is priced at 35% 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 £389 on China Southern. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Hainan Airlines from £398 and Beijing Capital Airlines from £400 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 Doha the next most. Doha is followed by Shanghai 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 £56 per day.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a stopover in Shanghai?

    Most Shanghai visitors opt to spend their time at People's Square, Shanghai Disneyland, and Shanghai Grand Theatre. People's Square, Shanghai Disneyland, and Shanghai Grand Theatre are located about 20.3 mi, 8.7 mi, and 20.6 mi, respectively from 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. Bangkok is the second least popular location for stopovers on flights from London to Melbourne Airport. Bandar Seri Begawan 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£736FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest£482Average£594FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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Air ChinaCheapest£518Average£822FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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China SouthernCheapest£607Average£735FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air IndiaCheapest£624Average£877FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapest£640Average£759FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£660Average£905FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapest£662Average£969FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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China AirlinesCheapest£701Average£827FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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SWISSCheapest£737Average£856FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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