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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Austin from $1,656

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 26/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — AUS
18 Jun — 25 Jun1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Austin Bergstrom are usually found in March or January, booked 58 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Austin

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) to Austin (AUS). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 13 June 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,656

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$2,313
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 26/7-2/8
  • 4 total stops
  • 73h 04m total
  • Melbourne to Austin
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Austin
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Austin. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 13 June 2025.

Sat 26/708:35MEL - AUS
2 stops30h 24mAir New Zealand
Sat 2/808:05AUS - MEL
2 stops42h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/6$1,656
Thu 18/910:55MEL - AUS
2 stops25h 25mUnited Airlines
Wed 15/1009:45AUS - MEL
2 stops30h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/6$1,963
Fri 25/706:00MEL - AUS
2 stops29h 12mAir Canada
Fri 1/808:30AUS - MEL
2 stops36h 50mAir Canada
Deal found 10/6$1,990
Thu 18/906:00MEL - AUS
2 stops29h 11mMultiple Airlines
Wed 15/1011:20AUS - MEL
3 stops32h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/6$2,092
Mon 14/706:00MEL - AUS
2 stops21h 52mAmerican Airlines
Wed 17/1217:35AUS - MEL
2 stops24h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/6$2,180
Sat 12/710:55MEL - AUS
1 stop40h 44mVirgin Australia
Sat 19/708:00AUS - MEL
1 stop33h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 11/6$2,920
Mon 11/807:25MEL - AUS
2 stops43h 06mJapan Airlines
Fri 22/807:30AUS - MEL
2 stops55h 15mJapan Airlines
Deal found 11/6$7,416

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MelbourneAustin

MEL - AUS

MELAUS

Melbourne

Sat 26/7

08:35-23:59

2 stops30h 24m

Austin Bergstrom

Sat 2/8

08:05-17:45

2 stops42h 40m

$1,656

MelbourneAustin

MEL - AUS

MELAUS

Melbourne

Thu 18/9

10:55-16:51

1 stop20h 56m

Austin Bergstrom

Sat 18/10

15:20-09:15

1 stop25h 55m

$1,963

MelbourneAustin

MEL - AUS

MELAUS

Melbourne

Sat 26/7

18:00-20:12

2 stops41h 12m

Austin Bergstrom

Sat 2/8

08:30-12:20

2 stops36h 50m

$2,077

MelbourneAustin

MEL - AUS

MELAUS

Melbourne

Thu 18/9

06:00-20:11

2 stops29h 11m

Austin Bergstrom

Wed 15/10

11:20-11:55

3 stops32h 35m

$2,092

MelbourneAustin

MEL - AUS

MELAUS

Melbourne

Mon 14/7

06:00-12:52

2 stops21h 52m

Austin Bergstrom

Wed 17/12

17:35-10:35

2 stops24h 00m

$2,180

MelbourneAustin

MEL - AUS

MELAUS

Melbourne

Sat 12/7

10:55-12:39

1 stop40h 44m

Austin Bergstrom

Sat 19/7

08:00-08:15

1 stop33h 15m

$2,920

MelbourneAustin

MEL - AUS

MELAUS

Melbourne

Mon 11/8

07:25-11:31

2 stops43h 06m

Austin Bergstrom

Fri 22/8

07:30-05:45

2 stops55h 15m

$7,416

MelbourneAustin

MEL - AUS

MELAUS

Melbourne

Mon 11/8

15:05-18:46

1 stop18h 41m

Austin Bergstrom

Fri 22/8

16:40-10:35

2 stops26h 55m

$9,208

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Austin. Price data was last updated on 9 June 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne to Austin, you should look to book at least 58 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MEL to AUS?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Austin. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 13 June 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Melbourne to Austin in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 19% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne to Austin?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Austin. Price data was last updated on 30 March 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne to Austin flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Austin by month

Plan your trip to Austin by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Austin ranges from 53.0 - 107.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 107.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Austin when rainfall is around 53.0 mm.

Temperature in Austin by month

Plan your trip to Austin by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Austin, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 29.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Austin

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Austin. 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 Austin. Reviews last updated 13 June 2025.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,490 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,490 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,490 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
483 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,490 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
407 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,490 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,490 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,490 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Austin. 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 into for flights to Austin from Melbourne?

    If you book a flight to Austin from Melbourne, you will be flying to Austin Bergstrom, which is the city’s only airport. Austin Bergstrom (AUS) is located 12.0 km from the centre of Austin. There are 0 flights from Melbourne to Austin Bergstrom per day from 5 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne to Austin round-trip?

    Air New Zealand, at $1,656, was found to be the cheapest airline from Melbourne to Austin.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Air Canada and American Airlines. Air New Zealand is priced at 23% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Austin?

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

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

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

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