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Cheap flights to Melbourne from £645

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight to Melbourne departing on 20/5. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Melbourne flight deals found on momondo

Check out some of the best fares from airports in United Kingdom to Melbourne found recently by users on momondo
China Eastern
20 May
LGW11:35London Gatwick
36h 25m
1 stop
MEL09:00Melbourne
4 Jun
MEL11:00Melbourne
28h 40m
1 stop
LGW06:40London Gatwick
China Eastern
22 Oct
LGW11:35London Gatwick
36h 25m
1 stop
MEL10:00Melbourne
12 Nov
MEL22:30Melbourne
43h 00m
1 stop
LGW06:30London Gatwick
China Eastern
19 Oct
LGW18:00London Gatwick
30h 00m
1 stop
MEL10:00Melbourne
3 Nov
MEL12:00Melbourne
29h 30m
1 stop
LGW06:30London Gatwick
China Eastern
19 Oct
LGW18:00London Gatwick
30h 00m
1 stop
MEL10:00Melbourne
2 Nov
MEL12:00Melbourne
29h 30m
1 stop
LGW06:30London Gatwick
China Eastern
3 Jun
LGW11:35London Gatwick
36h 25m
1 stop
MEL09:00Melbourne
12 Jun
MEL11:00Melbourne
28h 40m
1 stop
LGW06:40London Gatwick
China Eastern
14 May
LGW11:35London Gatwick
40h 05m
1 stop
MEL12:40Melbourne
21 May
MEL21:30Melbourne
42h 10m
1 stop
LGW06:40London Gatwick

Find the cheapest one-way flights to Melbourne

If you're looking for one-way flights from United Kingdom to Melbourne, view some of our deals below provided by Air India and Beijing Capital Airlines
Beijing Capital Airlines
17 May
LHR22:05London Heathrow
28h 30m
1 stop
MEL11:35Melbourne
Multiple Airlines
12 Jun
LGW07:40London Gatwick
36h 50m
3 stops
MEL05:30Melbourne
Beijing Capital Airlines
24 May
LHR22:05London Heathrow
28h 30m
1 stop
MEL11:35Melbourne

Melbourne flights insights and trends

Explore insights for your Melbourne flight to craft the best travel plan

What is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne?

The month of May is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne from United Kingdom, with most prices found around £950. If you are unable to visit Melbourne during the month of May, then departing from United Kingdom during the month October is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around £955.

What is the absolute cheapest flight to Melbourne?

The best deal found on momondo in the last two weeks was a flight to Melbourne from Sydney for £49. This is 17% cheaper than most flight deals to Melbourne. To find the cheapest price to Melbourne from your area, use momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.
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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Melbourne?

Our data shows that Monday is the least expensive day to fly to Melbourne. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as £994. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Thursday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Melbourne on Thursday is £1,076.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Melbourne?

In the evening is the cheapest time of day to fly from United Kingdom to Melbourne when you can find flight prices for as low as £918. Flying to Melbourne in the evening is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Try not to purchase tickets at midday because they tend to be around £1,171. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

How long does it take to fly to Melbourne?

The average flight duration from United Kingdom to Melbourne depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from London Heathrow to Melbourne is 21h 45m on average, while flying from Manchester to Melbourne is 23h 15m on average. Melbourne is the most popular airport in Melbourne.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Melbourne?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Melbourne from United Kingdom when booking 47 days ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Melbourne for around £1,127 when searching 47 days out. However, in the past 72 hours, people saw flights from United Kingdom for as low as £1,019.

Cheapest flights to Melbourne airports

Find the cheapest flights to these Melbourne airports from your nearest city or airport
London Heathrow Airport
Melbourne Airport

CHEAPEST ROUTE FROM London TO Melbourne

London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)

Typically, flights to Melbourne from London are cheaper when flying from London Heathrow to Melbourne, which has an average price of £1,114

CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO MELBOURNE FROM LONDON HEATHROW AIRPORTNovember18% cheaperFlying from London Heathrow Airport to Melbourne costs on average just £920 in November
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO MELBOURNE FROM LONDON HEATHROW AIRPORTJuly27% more expensiveIt costs about £1,420 for flights to Melbourne from London Heathrow Airport in July
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO MELBOURNE FROM LONDON HEATHROW AIRPORTDecember457% more users visitedMore momondo users searched in flights to Melbourne from London Heathrow Airport in December than any other month

Cheap Melbourne flight deals and tips

Summary info about Melbourne flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price

£372

Best Round-Trip Price

£645

Fastest flight time

28h 05m

Operated By

6 airlines
The best one-way flight price to Melbourne from United Kingdom in the last 72 hours is £372 (London Heathrow to Melbourne).
The best round-trip flight price to Melbourne from United Kingdom in the last 72 hours is £645 (London Gatwick to Melbourne).
The fastest flight to Melbourne from United Kingdom takes 28h 05m (London Heathrow to Melbourne).
There are 6 airlines operating flights to Melbourne, including Air India, China Eastern and China Southern.

Frequently asked questions about flying to Melbourne

How long does it take to fly to Melbourne?

Flights to Melbourne, Australia, from the UK are easy to find and depart frequently. The Australian city may be on the other side of the world, but you can fly there in about 21 and a half hours from London. Should you be flying from other parts of the UK to Melbourne Airport, then it will take a little longer. Flights from Manchester take about 22 hours and 30 minutes to land in the state of Victoria, whereas if you are flying from Birmingham, it will take you about 26 hours from take off to touch down.

Where can you fly directly into Melbourne from?

Thanks to some great advancements in technology, you can fly directly from the UK to Australia, however, the only available destination is Perth. The same plane then continues from Perth to Melbourne, making it just as convenient as finding a direct Melbourne flight deal from London Heathrow Airport. Flights from Edinburgh Airport require a change, often at Hamad International Airport in Doha, while flights from Manchester Airport require a change in Abu Dhabi International Airport, and flights from Belfast International Airport require a change in London Heathrow. If you’re flying from Birmingham, you will be required to make two changes. These are normally at Brussels Airport and Abu Dhabi International Airport.

Is there an alternative airport near Melbourne?

Melbourne Avalon Airport can be an alternative airport used for travel to Melbourne.

Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into Melbourne?

You can find deals at Melbourne Avalon Airport for £59 on average, but that price can change based on your departure airport. To save money, try momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

Are there flights to Carlton?

Yes, flights to Carlton are served by Melbourne’s Melbourne airport which is 11.5 mi away.

What’s the closest airport to St. Kilda Beach?

The closest airport to St. Kilda Beach is Melbourne, 15.2 mi away.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Melbourne?

Prices for flights to Melbourne are updated daily.

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How old do you have to be to fly to Melbourne?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel to Melbourne.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Melbourne?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Melbourne may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Melbourne. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.


Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Melbourne?

It is quick and easy to find flights to Melbourne on momondo. We search and return numerous flight options from various airlines and agents. You can then use our filters to narrow your search until you have found the most convenient flight to Melbourne that suits you.

Can I find flights to Melbourne with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Flights to Melbourne with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

How can momondo help me find flights to Melbourne?

momondo helps you find the best flight to Melbourne by providing filters to narrow your choice of flights to those matching your criteria. You can select fights based on numerous factors such as price, departure and landing times, airport and airline.

I’m not ready to book a flight to Melbourne right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

Of course. momondo tracks the price of Melbourne flights. All you need is a valid email address and we will do the rest; it is that quick and easy.


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