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Cheap flights from Manchester to Melbourne Airport from £498

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 1/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAN — MEL
1 May — 8 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Manchester to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Manchester to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 1 April 2026.

Wed 13/509:20
MAN
-
MEL
2 stops35h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 20/513:00
MEL
-
MAN
2 stops33h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/3£856
Mon 11/507:15
MAN
-
MEL
2 stops23h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 17/517:20
MEL
-
MAN
2 stops28h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/3£877
Mon 5/1020:45
MAN
-
MEL
1 stop34h 05m
Etihad Airways
Tue 3/1118:20
MEL
-
MAN
1 stop22h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 31/3£880
Thu 18/609:20
MAN
-
MEL
1 stop21h 30m
Etihad Airways
Wed 1/717:20
MEL
-
MAN
1 stop22h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 30/3£881
Wed 27/509:20
MAN
-
MEL
1 stop21h 30m
Etihad Airways
Wed 26/817:20
MEL
-
MAN
1 stop28h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 28/3£884
Thu 7/522:25
MAN
-
MEL
2 stops32h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 21/513:00
MEL
-
MAN
2 stops26h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/3£884
Tue 7/408:55
MAN
-
MEL
1 stop21h 55m
Etihad Airways
Tue 14/417:10
MEL
-
MAN
1 stop35h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 31/3£886
Wed 22/420:45
MAN
-
MEL
1 stop34h 05m
Etihad Airways
Wed 29/417:10
MEL
-
MAN
1 stop35h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 30/3£887
Wed 10/614:30
MAN
-
MEL
2 stops34h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 11/712:00
MEL
-
MAN
2 stops28h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/3£889
Wed 8/420:45
MAN
-
MEL
1 stop34h 05m
Etihad Airways
Wed 8/717:20
MEL
-
MAN
1 stop22h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 28/3£890
Wed 15/420:45
MAN
-
MEL
1 stop34h 05m
Etihad Airways
Wed 29/417:10
MEL
-
MAN
1 stop35h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 27/3£892
Tue 19/509:20
MAN
-
MEL
1 stop21h 30m
Etihad Airways
Tue 16/617:20
MEL
-
MAN
1 stop22h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 31/3£895

Find flight deals from Manchester to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Manchester (MAN) 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 1 April 2026.

Round-trip from

£856

One-way from

£498

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£1,046
13/5-20/5
  • 13/5-20/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 68h 55m total
  • Manchester to Melbourne
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Etihad Airways
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  • 1/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 21h 30m total
  • Manchester to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (£111 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£26 potential savings vs. average return price).
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ManchesterMelbourne

MAN - MEL

MANMEL

Manchester

Wed 2/9

10:05-05:55

2 stops34h 50m

Melbourne

Wed 23/9

12:00-09:20

2 stops30h 20m

£1,139
Fastest return journey

ManchesterMelbourne

MAN - MEL

MANMEL

Manchester

Wed 22/4

21:20-05:30

1 stop23h 10m

Melbourne

Sun 26/4

21:15-19:15

1 stop31h 00m

£1,176

ManchesterMelbourne

MAN - MEL

MANMEL

Manchester

Wed 22/4

09:50-05:30

1 stop34h 40m

Melbourne

Sun 26/4

21:15-19:15

1 stop31h 00m

£1,180

ManchesterMelbourne

MAN - MEL

MANMEL

Manchester

Mon 27/4

09:50-05:30

1 stop34h 40m

Melbourne

Mon 4/5

21:15-12:00

1 stop23h 45m

£1,180

ManchesterMelbourne

MAN - MEL

MANMEL

Manchester

Wed 13/5

14:05-05:35

2 stops30h 30m

Melbourne

Wed 20/5

21:15-12:00

1 stop23h 45m

£1,194

ManchesterMelbourne

MAN - MEL

MANMEL

Manchester

Sat 20/6

23:30-19:40

2 stops35h 10m

Melbourne

Sun 12/7

07:00-12:05

3 stops38h 05m

£1,244

ManchesterMelbourne

MAN - MEL

MANMEL

Manchester

Tue 14/4

09:15-05:20

2 stops35h 05m

Melbourne

Tue 28/4

16:10-13:10

2 stops30h 00m

£1,254

ManchesterMelbourne

MAN - MEL

MANMEL

Manchester

Wed 22/4

15:30-17:15

1 stop40h 45m

Melbourne

Sun 26/4

17:00-14:00

2 stops30h 00m

£1,285

ManchesterMelbourne

MAN - MEL

MANMEL

Manchester

Sat 30/5

08:15-23:20

2 stops30h 05m

Melbourne

Fri 19/6

18:45-13:10

2 stops27h 25m

£1,364
Cheapest one-way

ManchesterMelbourne

MAN - MEL

MANMEL

Manchester

Tue 14/4

20:45-21:20

2 stops39h 35m

£548

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Best time to book a flight from Manchester to Melbourne

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Manchester to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 13 March 2026.

The best time to book flights from Manchester to Melbourne Airport is 16 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 Manchester to Melbourne Airport?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to Melbourne Airport (average of £760). Flying from Manchester to Melbourne Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,113). 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 Manchester 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 1 April 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates,Cathay Pacific, andQatar Airways from Manchester to Melbourne Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,550 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,550 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,550 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,234 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,550 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,732 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,550 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,432 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,550 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,839 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,550 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly from Manchester (MAN) if they book a flight from Manchester to Melbourne. On average, Manchester has 0 outbound flights to Melbourne per day from 14 airlines. Manchester is conveniently located just 8.9 mi from Manchester’s city center.

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

    Finnair, Emirates, and Qantas Airways can get you from Manchester to Melbourne Airport in just under 23h 10m. Your travel time can differ by up to 11h 40m. Airlines will cover a distance of 10530 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    According to our current data, Juneyao Airlines (£678), China Southern (£683), and Turkish Airlines (£727) offers the cheapest pricing from Manchester to Melbourne Airport. Juneyao Airlines is 40% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as £423 on Juneyao Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include China Southern from £460 and Etihad Airways from £466 one-way.

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

    Flights departing from Manchester and landing in Melbourne Airport stopover in Doha most frequently. Abu Dhabi is the second most popular location for stopovers on flights from Manchester to Melbourne Airport. Dubai follows Abu Dhabi in terms of the most frequent stopover location on Manchester to Melbourne Airport flights.

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

    Etihad Towers, Emirates Palace, and Emirates Park Zoo are currently the most popular points of interest in Abu Dhabi at the moment. Etihad Towers, Emirates Palace, and Emirates Park Zoo are located about 20.8 mi, 21.1 mi, and 7.9 mi, respectively from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl. Travellers in need of a car in Abu Dhabi can hire one for about £19 per day.

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

    If you're on a stopover in Dubai and looking for things to do, consider visiting Burj Khalifa, Gold Souq, or Burj Al Arab. Travelers on a layover in Dubai can visit Burj Khalifa, Gold Souq, and Burj Al Arab, by traveling 6.8 mi, 4.2 mi, and 13.6 mi, respectively after landing at Dubai Intl. Travellers can hire a car at Dubai Intl for an average daily rate of £15 to make sightseeing during their stopover a little easier.

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

    Of the flights from Manchester to Melbourne Airport that have stopovers, the fewest flights stop in London. Hong Kong is the second least popular location for stopovers on flights from Manchester to Melbourne Airport. Singapore comes next as the third least popular stopover location for Manchester to Melbourne Airport flights.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to Melbourne Airport (average of £760). Flying from Manchester to Melbourne Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,113). 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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Fly from Manchester to Melbourne on these airlines

Choose from the following airlines for your flight from Manchester to Melbourne. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 1 April 2026.
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Top 10 airlines flying from Manchester to Melbourne

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Manchester to Melbourne. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 1 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Juneyao AirlinesCheapest£678Average£925FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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China SouthernCheapest£683Average£877FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£727Average£1,025FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£780Average£1,042FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest£793Average£1,090FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapest£809Average£1,074FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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LufthansaCheapest£818Average£1,034FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£886Average£1,182FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapest£889Average£1,048FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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China EasternCheapest£1,006Average£1,669FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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