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Cheap flights from Melbourne to the United Kingdom

MEL — LHR
5 Nov — 12 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£858
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (£50 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 October 2026
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne to the United Kingdom

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne to United Kingdom?

The best time to book flights from Melbourne to United Kingdom is 28 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 Melbourne to United Kingdom?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to United Kingdom (average of £840). Flying from Melbourne to United Kingdom in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,321). 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 United Kingdom

Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,Virgin Australia, andQatar Airways from Melbourne to the United Kingdom. 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
3,672 reviews
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Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,672 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,672 reviews
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Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
479 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,672 reviews
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Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Qatar Airways
7.3
Good
3,726 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,672 reviews
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Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,539 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,672 reviews
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Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
China Eastern
7.3
Good
244 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,672 reviews
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Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.

Related info for your journey

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne to United Kingdom one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Qatar Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as £130. Users have also found prices from £130 and £203 on Hainan Airlines and Air China, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Melbourne to United Kingdom?

    When deciding which route to take from Melbourne to United Kingdom consider Melbourne - London Heathrow, Melbourne - London Stansted or Melbourne - London Gatwick as they are the most popular.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to United Kingdom?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to United Kingdom 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 Melbourne to United Kingdom?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to United Kingdom (average of £840). Flying from Melbourne to United Kingdom in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,321). 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 7 airlines flying from Melbourne to United Kingdom

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest£494Average£948FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£567Average£1,007FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapest£640Average£1,213FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest£644Average£1,230FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Shenzhen AirlinesCheapest£844Average£998FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£855Average£1,125FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapest£986Average£1,136FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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