When is the best time to book a flight to Melbourne?

Booking 59 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Melbourne. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Can I find cheaper flights to Melbourne if I am willing to have stopovers?

Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Melbourne on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

What is the best airline to fly to Melbourne?

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Air China is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Melbourne.

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Melbourne?

Melbourne is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Melbourne. One-way flights to Melbourne typically cost £41, while return flights cost around £75.

How much is a return flight to Melbourne?

A return flight to Melbourne will typically cost around £75, however they can be found for as little as £75.

Where does the fastest flight to Melbourne depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to Melbourne, London offers the quickest one-way flight (21 hours 20 minutes).

Does Melbourne have car hire?

Yes. Those touching down at Melbourne can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Are there hotels close to Melbourne?

Yes. Melbourne has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. 1 Bdrm With Parking, Walk To Beach is the closest property to Melbourne (0.0 mi away from Melbourne).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Melbourne?

The most popular airlines flying from London to Melbourne are Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways and Singapore Airlines.

How long is the flight to Melbourne?

On average, a flight from London to Melbourne takes 22 hours 41 minutes. Flights to Melbourne from other popular cities in United Kingdom will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Melbourne?

The cheapest airlines flying from London to Melbourne are Air China, Hainan Airlines and Shenzhen Airlines.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne 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 when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne, 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).

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Flights to Melbourne in 2026

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Popular in	July
Cheapest in	May
Average price	£929
Good round-trip deal	£1,163 or less

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China Southern

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Deal found 19/6£939

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STN

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2 stops46h 45m

Turkish Airlines

Mon 23/1122:35

MEL

STN

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Turkish Airlines

Deal found 20/6£940

Thu 25/621:20

LHR

MEL

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China Eastern

Wed 8/711:00

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LHR

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China Eastern

Deal found 18/6£940

Thu 24/1209:50

LGW

MEL

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China Southern

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MEL

LGW

1 stop30h 05m

China Southern

Deal found 19/6£940

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STN

MEL

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Turkish Airlines

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MEL

STN

2 stops28h 45m

Turkish Airlines

Deal found 19/6£940

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MEL

LHR

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China Southern

Deal found 19/6£940

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LGW

MEL

2 stops33h 35m

China Eastern

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MEL

LGW

2 stops60h 00m

China Eastern

Deal found 19/6£940

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MEL

2 stops40h 05m

Multiple Airlines

Fri 9/1006:55

MEL

LHR

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Multiple Airlines

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Turkish Airlines

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Vietnam Airlines

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China Airlines

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1 stop28h 35m

China Airlines

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2 stops30h 10m

United Airlines

Deal found 19/6£1,346

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SWISS

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LGW

1 stop37h 00m

China Eastern

Deal found 21/6£959

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Turkish Airlines

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LGW

2 stops28h 55m

Turkish Airlines

Deal found 19/6£1,026

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LGW

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Turkish Airlines

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China Eastern

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Emirates

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LGW

MEL

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MEL

LGW

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Qatar Airways

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LHR

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LGW

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Emirates

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MEL

LGW

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Emirates

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LGW

MEL

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China Eastern

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MEL

LGW

1 stop42h 10m

China Eastern

Deal found 18/6£1,073

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MEL

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Vietnam Airlines

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Vietnam Airlines

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United Airlines

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MEL

LGW

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Emirates

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MEL

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China Eastern

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LHR

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China Eastern

Deal found 16/6£1,104

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LCY

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LCY

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Deal found 18/6£1,339

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LGW

MEL

2 stops27h 10m

Turkish Airlines

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MEL

LGW

2 stops35h 00m

Turkish Airlines

Deal found 21/6£1,115

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STN

MEL

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Emirates

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MEL

STN

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Emirates

Deal found 19/6£1,184

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LHR

MEL

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China Eastern

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MEL

LHR

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China Eastern

Deal found 16/6£1,104

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