Cheap flights from Melbourne to Austin from $770

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 15/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — AUS
8 Sep — 15 Sep1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Austin Bergstrom are usually found in August or March, booked 49 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 3 September 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,274

One-way from

$770

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,781
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 10/10-25/10
  • 4 total stops
  • 51h 17m total
  • Melbourne to Austin
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 15/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 53h 00m total
  • Melbourne to Austin
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($108 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($48 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025

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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 3 September 2025.

Fri 10/1010:30MEL - AUS
1 stop21h 08mUnited Airlines
Sat 25/1016:21AUS - MEL
2 stops24h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/9$1,274
Fri 17/1010:30MEL - AUS
1 stop21h 08mUnited Airlines
Fri 24/1015:20AUS - MEL
1 stop25h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/9$1,275
Sun 7/906:00MEL - AUS
2 stops29h 11mMultiple Airlines
Wed 17/911:20AUS - MEL
3 stops32h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/9$1,536
Sun 7/910:55MEL - AUS
1 stop40h 40mVirgin Australia
Wed 17/913:39AUS - MEL
1 stop27h 36mVirgin Australia
Deal found 1/9$1,608
Wed 22/1007:10MEL - AUS
2 stops29h 01mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/1113:05AUS - MEL
3 stops31h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/9$1,726
Fri 10/1009:45MEL - AUS
1 stop30h 13mQantas Airways
Sat 25/1018:57AUS - MEL
1 stop42h 03mQantas Airways
Deal found 1/9$1,872
Fri 10/1006:10MEL - AUS
2 stops30h 01mMultiple Airlines
Sat 25/1011:15AUS - MEL
3 stops34h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/9$2,071
Fri 17/1006:40MEL - AUS
2 stops29h 31mAir Canada
Fri 24/1011:15AUS - MEL
3 stops33h 20mAir Canada
Deal found 2/9$2,342
Fri 17/1006:10MEL - AUS
2 stops30h 01mMultiple Airlines
Fri 24/1011:15AUS - MEL
3 stops33h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/9$2,379
Thu 16/1009:45MEL - AUS
1 stop25h 54mAmerican Airlines
Thu 23/1007:30AUS - MEL
1 stop31h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 31/8$2,382

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne to Austin that are best for you.

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Melbourne

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Austin

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneAustin

MEL - AUS

MELAUS

Melbourne

Fri 10/10

10:30-15:38

1 stop21h 08m

Austin Bergstrom

Sat 25/10

16:21-09:00

2 stops24h 39m

$1,274

MelbourneAustin

MEL - AUS

MELAUS

Melbourne

Thu 16/10

11:55-08:30

2 stops36h 35m

Austin Bergstrom

Thu 23/10

15:20-09:15

1 stop25h 55m

$1,274

MelbourneAustin

MEL - AUS

MELAUS

Melbourne

Wed 22/10

10:30-15:38

1 stop21h 08m

Austin Bergstrom

Wed 12/11

12:50-10:00

1 stop28h 10m

$1,275

MelbourneAustin

MEL - AUS

MELAUS

Melbourne

Fri 17/10

10:30-21:25

2 stops26h 55m

Austin Bergstrom

Fri 24/10

14:50-08:30

2 stops25h 40m

$1,275

MelbourneAustin

MEL - AUS

MELAUS

Melbourne

Wed 22/10

07:10-20:11

2 stops29h 01m

Austin Bergstrom

Wed 12/11

13:05-13:35

3 stops31h 30m

$1,726

MelbourneAustin

MEL - AUS

MELAUS

Melbourne

Mon 15/9

20:30-10:30

3 stops53h 00m

$770

MelbourneAustin

MEL - AUS

MELAUS

Melbourne

Mon 15/9

10:55-10:08

2 stops38h 13m

$794

MelbourneAustin

MEL - AUS

MELAUS

Melbourne

Thu 15/1

11:30-11:31

2 stops41h 01m

$799

MelbourneAustin

MEL - AUS

MELAUS

Melbourne

Thu 15/1

20:20-12:19

3 stops56h 59m

$927

MelbourneAustin

MEL - AUS

MELAUS

Melbourne

Mon 15/9

15:05-18:46

1 stop18h 41m

$1,232

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Austin

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne to Austin

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 29 August 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne to Austin, you should look to book at least 49 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 3 September 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Melbourne to Austin in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 18% 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.

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 3 September 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, andVirgin Australia from Melbourne to Austin have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,July 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,July 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,July 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,July 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,July 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,July 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne to Austin?

    There are many flights that can get you from Melbourne to Austin in 21h 08m. Fly via United Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 14285 km between Melbourne and Austin.

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

    United Airlines, at $1,268, was found to be the cheapest airline from Melbourne to Austin.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways. United Airlines is priced at 38% 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.

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    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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United AirlinesCheapest$1,268Average$2,023FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,385Average$2,319FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,472Average$1,829FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,522Average$1,668FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,706Average$2,567FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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