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Cheap flights from Birmingham to Victoria from £397

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 30/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
BHX — MEL
9 May — 16 May1
1 adult
Thu 9/5
Thu 16/5

How far in advance should I book a flight from Birmingham to Victoria?

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 20 days in advance, which can save you up to 55% on flights from Birmingham to Victoria compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 20 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at £1,286. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from £1,588.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Birmingham to Victoria?

February can be a great time to fly to Victoria from Birmingham with a flight ticket averaging about £1,558. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of February for as cheap as £1,080. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of July.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Birmingham to Victoria (BHX - VIC)?

When flying from Birmingham to Victoria, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Cheap Emirates flights from Birmingham to Victoria

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Emirates for the route between Birmingham and Victoria. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 898,761 searches. Data last updated 4 May 2024.
Peruse some of the lowest-priced Emirates flights we've found from Birmingham to Victoria. It's recommended that users confirm their flight details before booking.
Sun 26/521:40BHX - MEL
1 stop22h 50mEmirates
Wed 29/502:25MEL - BHX
2 stops26h 15mEmirates
Deal found 2/5£1,126
Sun 26/514:35BHX - MEL
2 stops33h 15mEmirates
Wed 29/502:25MEL - BHX
2 stops26h 15mEmirates
Deal found 2/5£1,130
Wed 22/521:40BHX - MEL
1 stop39h 10mEmirates
Sun 26/505:15MEL - BHX
1 stop40h 10mEmirates
Deal found 1/5£1,195
Wed 22/514:35BHX - MEL
1 stop29h 55mEmirates
Sun 26/512:00MEL - BHX
2 stops33h 25mEmirates
Deal found 1/5£1,200
Wed 22/521:40BHX - MEL
1 stop39h 10mEmirates
Sat 25/502:25MEL - BHX
2 stops43h 00mEmirates
Deal found 1/5£1,200
Wed 22/514:35BHX - MEL
1 stop29h 55mEmirates
Sat 25/502:25MEL - BHX
2 stops43h 00mEmirates
Deal found 2/5£1,203
Wed 22/521:40BHX - MEL
2 stops36h 55mEmirates
Sun 26/515:50MEL - BHX
2 stops29h 35mEmirates
Deal found 1/5£1,205
Fri 24/514:35BHX - MEL
1 stop22h 15mEmirates
Sun 2/602:25MEL - BHX
2 stops26h 15mEmirates
Deal found 2/5£1,357
Fri 7/621:40BHX - MEL
1 stop22h 50mEmirates
Thu 20/602:25MEL - BHX
2 stops43h 00mEmirates
Deal found 3/5£1,373

Cheap Qantas Airways flights from Birmingham to Victoria

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Qantas Airways for the route between Birmingham and Victoria. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 898,761 searches. Data last updated 4 May 2024.
Have a look at some of the cheapest available Qantas Airways flights departing from Birmingham and landing in Victoria. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.
Fri 13/921:40BHX - MEL
2 stops36h 55mQantas Airways
Thu 26/902:25MEL - BHX
2 stops26h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/5£1,103
Sun 26/514:35BHX - MEL
1 stop22h 15mQantas Airways
Sun 2/602:25MEL - BHX
2 stops26h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 2/5£1,135
Sat 25/521:40BHX - MEL
1 stop22h 50mQantas Airways
Sun 2/602:25MEL - BHX
2 stops26h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 2/5£1,155
Fri 13/921:40BHX - MEL
1 stop22h 50mQantas Airways
Thu 26/902:25MEL - BHX
2 stops26h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/5£1,310
Thu 23/521:40BHX - MEL
1 stop22h 50mQantas Airways
Wed 29/502:25MEL - BHX
2 stops26h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 2/5£1,341
Thu 23/514:35BHX - MEL
1 stop22h 15mQantas Airways
Sun 2/602:25MEL - BHX
2 stops26h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 2/5£1,409

Cheap Birmingham to Victoria flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Birmingham to Victoria specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 898,761 searches. Prices were last updated on 4 May 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Victoria in 2024 at this time. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Wed 22/514:55BHX - MEL
1 stop23h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/608:00MEL - BHX
1 stop43h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/5£1,018
Sun 26/514:55BHX - MEL
1 stop23h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/608:00MEL - BHX
1 stop43h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5£1,028
Thu 23/508:10BHX - MEL
1 stop30h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 30/511:35MEL - BHX
2 stops52h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5£1,030
Sat 25/508:10BHX - MEL
1 stop23h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/608:00MEL - BHX
1 stop43h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5£1,036
Sun 26/514:55BHX - MEL
1 stop23h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 30/512:05MEL - BHX
2 stops39h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5£1,037
Thu 23/508:10BHX - MEL
1 stop23h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 30/508:00MEL - BHX
1 stop43h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5£1,040
Sun 26/514:55BHX - MEL
1 stop23h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/621:20MEL - BHX
2 stops45h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5£1,043
Wed 22/514:55BHX - MEL
1 stop23h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/623:45MEL - BHX
2 stops39h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/5£1,048
Wed 22/510:50BHX - MEL
2 stops42h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/620:00MEL - BHX
2 stops35h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/5£1,050

Birmingham to Victoria 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Birmingham and Victoria in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 898,761 searches. Data last updated 4 May 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Victoria in 2024 at this time. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Mon 11/1108:55BHX - MEL
2 stops35h 20mLufthansa
Thu 30/116:40MEL - BHX
2 stops31h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 2/5£738
Fri 13/909:10BHX - MEL
2 stops36h 05mMultiple Airlines
Fri 27/912:05MEL - BHX
2 stops29h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/5£819
Mon 11/1114:05BHX - MEL
1 stop22h 00mBritish Airways
Thu 30/122:30MEL - BHX
1 stop25h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 2/5£828
Tue 19/1113:35BHX - MEL
2 stops30h 40mLufthansa
Thu 26/1215:35MEL - BHX
2 stops32h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 2/5£836
Mon 21/1014:55BHX - MEL
1 stop23h 35mQatar Airways
Tue 12/1116:00MEL - BHX
1 stop31h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 3/5£838
Mon 21/1018:55BHX - MEL
2 stops31h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/1112:50MEL - BHX
2 stops39h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/5£842
Sun 17/1114:05BHX - MEL
1 stop22h 00mQatar Airways
Thu 26/1216:00MEL - BHX
1 stop31h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 2/5£857
Sun 17/1114:05BHX - MEL
1 stop22h 00mQatar Airways
Tue 31/1222:30MEL - BHX
1 stop42h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 2/5£859
Wed 20/1114:05BHX - MEL
1 stop22h 00mQatar Airways
Sun 29/1222:30MEL - BHX
1 stop42h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 2/5£870

One-way flights to Victoria from Birmingham

Search for one-way flight options from Birmingham to Victoria. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 898,761 searches. Data last updated 4 May 2024.
Some of the best available deals we've found on one-way flights from Birmingham to Victoria. Those needing a return flight from Birmingham to Victoria can use the search form above.
Thu 30/512:10BHX - MEL
3 stops35h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5£397
Sun 2/611:15BHX - MEL
3 stops48h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5£413
Tue 4/617:40BHX - MEL
3 stops51h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5£429
Mon 3/606:20BHX - MEL
3 stops28h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5£442
Tue 28/514:30BHX - MEL
2 stops46h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5£445
Wed 29/517:25BHX - MEL
3 stops59h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5£457
Sat 1/619:50BHX - MEL
3 stops57h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5£472
Mon 27/506:20BHX - MEL
3 stops28h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5£473
Tue 28/520:10BHX - MEL
3 stops48h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5£475

Find flights from Birmingham to Victoria within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Birmingham to Victoria 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 898,761 searches. Data last updated 4 May 2024.

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BirminghamMelbourne

BHX - MEL

BHXMEL

Birmingham

Fri 13/9

2 stops36h 05m

Melbourne

Fri 27/9

2 stops29h 25m

£819

BirminghamMelbourne

BHX - MEL

BHXMEL

Birmingham

Mon 21/10

1 stop23h 35m

Melbourne

Tue 12/11

1 stop31h 35m

£838

BirminghamMelbourne

BHX - MEL

BHXMEL

Birmingham

Mon 21/10

2 stops31h 20m

Melbourne

Mon 11/11

2 stops52h 10m

£896

BirminghamMelbourne

BHX - MEL

BHXMEL

Birmingham

Thu 15/8

2 stops41h 25m

Melbourne

Thu 19/9

2 stops43h 15m

£1,061

BirminghamMelbourne

BHX - MEL

BHXMEL

Birmingham

Fri 13/9

2 stops36h 55m

Melbourne

Thu 26/9

2 stops26h 15m

£1,103

BirminghamMelbourne

BHX - MEL

BHXMEL

Birmingham

Sun 26/5

1 stop22h 50m

Melbourne

Wed 29/5

2 stops26h 15m

£1,126

BirminghamMelbourne

BHX - MEL

BHXMEL

Birmingham

Thu 15/8

1 stop25h 15m

Melbourne

Thu 19/9

1 stop43h 15m

£1,163

BirminghamMelbourne

BHX - MEL

BHXMEL

Birmingham

Tue 2/7

1 stop23h 35m

Melbourne

Wed 7/8

1 stop24h 25m

£1,250

BirminghamMelbourne

BHX - MEL

BHXMEL

Birmingham

Mon 21/10

3 stops31h 20m

Melbourne

Tue 12/11

3 stops38h 00m

£1,538

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Reviews of airlines servicing Victoria

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Victoria. 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 Victoria. Reviews last updated 4 May 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Birmingham to Victoria, see what other customers have to say about Emirates, Qantas Airways and Turkish Airlines. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
4,023 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Delayed flight a bit annoying but staff all good and surprisingly the main course of vegan meals were good.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
4,023 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
4,023 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Delayed flight a bit annoying but staff all good and surprisingly the main course of vegan meals were good.

KLM
7.9
Good
1,604 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
4,023 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Delayed flight a bit annoying but staff all good and surprisingly the main course of vegan meals were good.

SWISS
7.8
Good
2,025 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
4,023 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Delayed flight a bit annoying but staff all good and surprisingly the main course of vegan meals were good.

Qatar Airways
7.7
Good
4,444 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
4,023 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Delayed flight a bit annoying but staff all good and surprisingly the main course of vegan meals were good.

Qantas Airways
7.7
Good
983 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
4,023 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Delayed flight a bit annoying but staff all good and surprisingly the main course of vegan meals were good.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Birmingham to Victoria. 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 Birmingham to Victoria?

    Located just 6.8 mi from the city center, Birmingham (BHX) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Victoria from Birmingham.

  • Can I find flights from Birmingham to Victoria for under £900 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Birmingham to Victoria for under £900. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just £819, but on average you can expect to pay £1,004.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Birmingham to Victoria?

    When booking a flight from Birmingham to Victoria, you may want to consider flying on Air France, Air India or British Airways as they are the most popular for this route.

  • What does BHX to MEL mean?

    This is defined as Birmingham Airport (BHX) and Melbourne Airport (MEL). Codes like Melbourne Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely. This flight route has multiple associated airports, so we think it might be helpful to learn the name and codes of them as well. They are Melbourne Avalon Airport (AVV), Melbourne Essendon Airport (MEB), Mildura Airport (MQL), Melbourne Moorabbin Airport (MBW), Bendigo Airport (BXG).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Birmingham to Victoria that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Birmingham to Victoria flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Birmingham to Victoria with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Birmingham to Victoria flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Birmingham to Victoria that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Birmingham to Victoria?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Birmingham to Victoria?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Birmingham to Victoria by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Birmingham to Victoria that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Birmingham to Victoria offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Birmingham to Victoria?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Birmingham to Victoria flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Birmingham to Victoria flight deals updated?

    The Birmingham to Victoria flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 3/5.

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Top 10 airlines flying from Birmingham to Victoria

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Birmingham to Victoria. 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 898,761 searches. Data last updated 4 May 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest£566Average£746FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest£697Average£2,043FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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LufthansaCheapest£766Average£1,034FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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SWISSCheapest£860Average£1,001FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£870Average£1,254FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£895Average£1,474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapest£909Average£1,167FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Air IndiaCheapest£920Average£1,096FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air FranceCheapest£952Average£1,229FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Cathay PacificCheapest£1,077Average£1,119FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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