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Cheap flights from London to Melbourne from £305

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Best price found

£305

Fastest flight time

21h 55m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Melbourne

2 airports
The best one-way flight to Melbourne from London in the past 72 hours is £305. The best return flight deal from London to Melbourne found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £498.
The fastest flight from London to Melbourne takes 21h 55m
There are no direct flights from London to Melbourne. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are London Gatwick Airport - Melbourne Airport, London Stansted Airport - Melbourne Airport and London Gatwick Airport - Melbourne Avalon Airport.
There are 2 airports near Melbourne: Melbourne Avalon (AVV), Melbourne (MEL)

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from London to Melbourne

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

What is the cheapest month to fly from London to Melbourne?

May. The cheapest time of year to fly to Melbourne from London is May. The most expensive is July.

What is the cheapest day to depart London for Melbourne?

Wednesday. The cheapest day of the week is usually Wednesday. The most expensive is usually Thursday.

When is the cheapest time to fly from London to Melbourne?

In the afternoon. London to Melbourne flights are approximately 22% more expensive at midday than in the afternoon

What is the cheapest airline that flies to Melbourne from London?

Air China. Air China, Air India, and Beijing Capital Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from London to Melbourne

What is the cheapest London to Melbourne flight route?

London Heathrow - Melbourne. Fly from London Heathrow to Melbourne for the best London - Melbourne flight prices

How far in advance should you book London to Melbourne flights?

47 days before. The cheapest time to buy a flight from London to Melbourne is approximately 47 days to departure

How many flights depart from London to Melbourne on average per week?

4 flights are operational weekly from London to Melbourne as of March 2024. The most popular departure day for this route is Thursday, with 25% of flights per week taking off on this day.

Can stopping save me money on London to Melbourne flights?

You could potentially save up to 59% on your flight if you consider stops on a London to Melbourne flight.

If you are looking to fly from London to Melbourne, you are most likely going to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Melbourne Airport, the most popular airports on that route. When booking your trip to Melbourne, it is helpful to have an alternative airport to fly out of. Good options for departure airports when travelling to Melbourne, you can try London Gatwick Airport (in London), London Stansted Airport (in London), or London City Airport (in London). When travelling from London, it is helpful to have an alternative airport to fly into when you land in Melbourne. The nearest airport to Melbourne Airport is Melbourne Avalon Airport which is located in Melbourne. The cheapest route from London to Melbourne is LHR — MEL with an average price of £530 RT during the month of March.

London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)£530
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London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)£590
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London Stansted Airport (STN) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)£998
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London City Airport (LCY) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)£832
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London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Melbourne Avalon Airport (AVV)£1,109
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London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Melbourne Avalon Airport (AVV)£1,319
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Easily compare return flights from London to Melbourne

Below you can see the best fares for your return flight route over the next six months. All fares were found on momondo this week. Browse the quickest and cheapest flights from London to Melbourne by changing tabs
China Southern
11 May
LGW21:20London Gatwick
50h 20m
2 stops
MEL08:40Melbourne
19 May
MEL10:20Melbourne
65h 10m
2 stops
LGW18:30London Gatwick
Air China
26 Apr
LHR22:40London Heathrow
30h 55m
1 stop
MEL14:35Melbourne
3 May
MEL20:00Melbourne
30h 45m
1 stop
LHR17:45London Heathrow
China Eastern
16 Apr
LHR21:20London Heathrow
30h 20m
1 stop
MEL12:40Melbourne
2 May
MEL11:00Melbourne
40h 40m
1 stop
LHR18:40London Heathrow
Multiple Airlines
18 Apr
LGW21:00London Gatwick
56h 20m
2 stops
MEL14:20Melbourne
2 May
MEL20:20Melbourne
56h 55m
2 stops
LGW20:15London Gatwick
Beijing Capital Airlines
3 Jun
LHR22:45London Heathrow
27h 50m
1 stop
MEL11:35Melbourne
16 Jun
MEL13:50Melbourne
38h 40m
1 stop
LHR19:30London Heathrow
Royal Brunei Airlines
10 Apr
LHR17:15London Heathrow
26h 15m
2 stops
MEL04:30Melbourne
30 May
MEL12:30Melbourne
26h 25m
2 stops
LHR05:55London Heathrow

Find the cheapest one-way flights from London to Melbourne

If you're looking for one-way flights from London to Melbourne, view some of our deals below provided by Air China, China Southern and Emirates
Multiple Airlines
13 Apr
LGW21:10London Gatwick
56h 10m
2 stops
MEL14:20Melbourne
China Southern
12 Sept
LGW11:50London Gatwick
22h 30m
1 stop
MEL19:20Melbourne
Air China
8 Apr
LHR22:40London Heathrow
30h 55m
1 stop
MEL14:35Melbourne

Search last-minute flights to Melbourne from London

Find and compare return flight prices for your last-minute flight from London to Melbourne
Air China
3 Apr
LHR22:40London Heathrow
30h 55m
1 stop
MEL15:35Melbourne
22 Apr
MEL20:00Melbourne
30h 45m
1 stop
LHR17:45London Heathrow
Multiple Airlines
3 Apr
LHR20:50London Heathrow
37h 30m
2 stops
MEL20:20Melbourne
22 Apr
MEL20:00Melbourne
30h 45m
1 stop
LHR17:45London Heathrow
China Southern
2 Apr
LHR20:50London Heathrow
50h 50m
2 stops
MEL09:40Melbourne
30 Apr
MEL21:00Melbourne
31h 10m
1 stop
LHR19:10London Heathrow
China Airlines
1 Apr
LHR22:00London Heathrow
27h 45m
1 stop
MEL11:45Melbourne
23 Apr
MEL21:35Melbourne
27h 55m
1 stop
LHR16:30London Heathrow
China Eastern
2 Apr
LHR21:20London Heathrow
30h 20m
1 stop
MEL13:40Melbourne
22 Apr
MEL11:00Melbourne
40h 40m
1 stop
LHR18:40London Heathrow
Qatar Airways
4 Apr
LHR16:00London Heathrow
22h 30m
1 stop
MEL00:30Melbourne
23 Apr
MEL21:00Melbourne
25h 15m
1 stop
LHR13:15London Heathrow

Best airlines flying from London to Melbourne

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Air ChinaPriceFrom £458Free CancellationRating
6.9
587 reviews
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Air IndiaPriceFrom £640Free CancellationRating
5.6
2,981 reviews
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Beijing Capital AirlinesPriceFrom £653Free CancellationRating
3.8
2 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom £760Free CancellationRating
7.5
3,744 reviews
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Austrian AirlinesPriceFrom £789Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,131 reviews
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China AirlinesPriceFrom £794Free CancellationRating
8.2
1,010 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom £807Free CancellationRating
7.3
1,422 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom £825Free CancellationRating
7.0
7,892 reviews
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Air FrancePriceFrom £852Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,885 reviews
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SWISSPriceFrom £865Free CancellationRating
7.8
2,150 reviews
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China Eastern flights from London to Melbourne

Our best China Eastern deals on London to Melbourne flight tickets
China Eastern
16 Apr
LHR21:20London Heathrow
30h 20m
1 stop
MEL12:40Melbourne
2 May
MEL11:00Melbourne
40h 40m
1 stop
LHR18:40London Heathrow
China Eastern
16 Apr
LHR21:20London Heathrow
26h 40m
1 stop
MEL09:00Melbourne
14 May
MEL21:30Melbourne
30h 10m
1 stop
LHR18:40London Heathrow
China Eastern
18 Apr
LHR21:20London Heathrow
26h 40m
1 stop
MEL09:00Melbourne
2 May
MEL11:00Melbourne
40h 40m
1 stop
LHR18:40London Heathrow

Hainan Airlines flights from London to Melbourne

Our best Hainan Airlines deals on London to Melbourne flight tickets
Hainan Airlines
7 Jun
LHR22:00London Heathrow
31h 05m
2 stops
MEL14:05Melbourne
16 Jun
MEL20:00Melbourne
32h 30m
2 stops
LHR19:30London Heathrow
Hainan Airlines
24 May
LHR22:00London Heathrow
31h 05m
2 stops
MEL14:05Melbourne
26 May
MEL20:00Melbourne
32h 30m
2 stops
LHR19:30London Heathrow

  • How far is London to Melbourne by plane?

    London and Melbourne are 10496.2 mi apart from one another. Flights usually cover this in 21h 55m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from London to Melbourne?

    Prices for flights from London to Melbourne were last updated today.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from London to Melbourne?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from London to Melbourne?

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from London to Melbourne.

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

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Melbourne trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.


What are the benefits of the different airports in London and Melbourne?

London Heathrow airport has the luxury of multiple terminals to accommodate various airlines providing flights from London to Melbourne. Each terminal provides you with options for airport parking, and each has at least one lounge where you can pass the time before your boarding call. Families can take advantage of the Stay & Play Kids’ areas or the Baby Changing facilities, and there’s a Fast-Track option to avoid the queues at security. Passengers with limited mobility can avail of personal escorts, accessible toilets and mobility aids if needed. A handful of hotels are located within a short walk of the airport terminals at Melbourne Tullamarine, and SmarteCarte offers business services such as printing, faxing, and photocopying at the Baggage Reclaim Area in Terminal 2. If you need assistance, there’s an Information Desk at International Arrivals in T2, and luggage storage lockers are located Landside. Travelex has six locations Landside and Airside at T2 for your convenience, or you can simply withdraw cash from one of the ATMs.


What is the best way to get in and out of airports in London and Melbourne?

When you need quick airport transfers for your London to Melbourne flight, the Heathrow Express can get you there within 20 minutes from London Paddington station in the city centre. Network Rail trains, National Express coaches, the London Underground and Transport for London (TfL) buses are other means of public transport to consider. Uber or Bolt rideshares and taxis provide convenient transport options if you prefer not to drive, while airport shuttle transfers are highly recommended if available. Unfortunately, there is no rail or metro service connecting Melbourne Tullamarine to the downtown area. However, the Skybus Super Shuttle provides express service around the clock, departing to Southern Cross Railway Station about every 20 minutes. Metered taxis and hire cars are available from International Terminal 2, and there’s a pick-up zone on the ground floor of the terminal forecourt for Uber, Ola or Didi rideshares as well as private cars.

Which cities can you get to from Melbourne airport?

The major cities of Adelaide, Canberra and Sydney are all a couple of hours by air from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. With a car hire after your flight from London to Melbourne, you can explore by road in any direction you choose. The M3 or Eastern Freeway runs south via Frankston to the Mornington Peninsula, while the M1 leads southwest through Werribee to Geelong. For a day out, take the M8 (Western Highway) past Ballarat to Grampians National Park, or travel the scenic A1 coastal highway towards Sydney.


Alternative routes for London to Melbourne

Compare alternative flights to and from nearby airports and cities to discover the best prices and most convenient flight times
Manchester to Melbourne Flights
Fastest flight time23h 35m
Cheapest price£755
Birmingham to Melbourne Flights
Fastest flight time22h 15m
Cheapest price£906
Newcastle upon Tyne to Melbourne Flights
Fastest flight time32h 20m
Cheapest price£819
Grimsby to Melbourne Flights
Fastest flight time27h 05m
Cheapest price£1,499
Leeds to Melbourne Flights
Fastest flight time34h 30m
Cheapest price£1,415
Southampton to Melbourne Flights
Fastest flight time37h 35m
Cheapest price£1,711
Liverpool to Melbourne Flights
Fastest flight time30h 25m
Cheapest price£1,415

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Why use momondo?

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

To find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo gathers a range of flights from a large pool of different airlines and agents; you can then use our insights and filters to find and book the right flight to Melbourne from London.

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

Yes. momondo allows you to filter the results for London to Melbourne flights to just show those with flexible booking policies.

How can momondo help me find flights from London to Melbourne?

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

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

Price alerts on flights to Melbourne from London are quick and easy to set up on momondo. Simply perform a search and select the price alert feature. It is as simple as that.


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