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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Austin from $842

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 27/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — AUS
17 Aug — 24 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from 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 18 July 2026.

Fri 17/710:55
MEL
-
AUS
2 stops22h 53m
United Airlines
Sun 26/712:15
AUS
-
MEL
2 stops29h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 15/7$1,364
Wed 12/810:55
MEL
-
AUS
2 stops23h 17m
United Airlines
Wed 19/815:08
AUS
-
MEL
2 stops25h 22m
United Airlines
Deal found 15/7$1,368
Wed 12/813:35
MEL
-
AUS
1 stop20h 36m
Qantas Airways
Wed 19/817:41
AUS
-
MEL
1 stop20h 19m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 14/7$1,469
Fri 21/809:45
MEL
-
AUS
1 stop19h 34m
Qantas Airways
Fri 28/820:48
AUS
-
MEL
1 stop42h 57m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 16/7$1,481
Wed 12/813:35
MEL
-
AUS
1 stop20h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 19/815:41
AUS
-
MEL
1 stop22h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/7$1,498
Sat 8/809:45
MEL
-
AUS
1 stop19h 34m
American Airlines
Sat 15/809:00
AUS
-
MEL
1 stop29h 00m
American Airlines
Deal found 14/7$1,511
Wed 12/810:00
MEL
-
AUS
2 stops27h 35m
Delta
Wed 19/816:25
AUS
-
MEL
1 stop24h 25m
Delta
Deal found 14/7$1,520
Fri 21/810:00
MEL
-
AUS
2 stops26h 58m
Delta
Fri 28/818:11
AUS
-
MEL
2 stops22h 39m
Delta
Deal found 16/7$1,534
Mon 2/1107:25
MEL
-
AUS
3 stops44h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 7/1112:05
AUS
-
MEL
3 stops33h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/7$1,551

Find 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 18 July 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,368

One-way from

$842

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,504
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 12/8-19/8
  • 4 total stops
  • 48h 39m total
  • Melbourne to Austin
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  • United Airlines
  • 27/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 23h 17m total
  • Melbourne to Austin
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($46 potential savings vs. average return price).
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MelbourneAustin

MEL - AUS

MELAUS

Melbourne

Wed 12/8

10:55-21:07

2 stops25h 12m

Austin Bergstrom

Wed 19/8

17:44-07:30

2 stops22h 46m

$1,374

MelbourneAustin

MEL - AUS

MELAUS

Melbourne

Wed 12/8

10:00-21:58

2 stops26h 58m

Austin Bergstrom

Wed 19/8

13:34-07:50

2 stops27h 16m

$1,520

MelbourneAustin

MEL - AUS

MELAUS

Melbourne

Thu 13/8

06:00-10:15

3 stops43h 15m

Austin Bergstrom

Mon 17/8

09:00-11:35

2 stops35h 35m

$1,660

MelbourneAustin

MEL - AUS

MELAUS

Melbourne

Thu 13/8

06:00-14:19

2 stops23h 19m

Austin Bergstrom

Mon 17/8

14:56-12:40

2 stops30h 44m

$2,104
Fastest return journey

MelbourneAustin

MEL - AUS

MELAUS

Melbourne

Sat 29/8

09:45-14:19

1 stop19h 34m

Austin Bergstrom

Sat 5/9

15:41-05:00

1 stop22h 19m

$2,221

MelbourneAustin

MEL - AUS

MELAUS

Melbourne

Fri 4/12

11:30-14:04

1 stop19h 34m

Austin Bergstrom

Wed 13/1

15:12-10:30

1 stop26h 18m

$2,329

MelbourneAustin

MEL - AUS

MELAUS

Melbourne

Thu 20/8

09:00-23:53

2 stops29h 53m

Austin Bergstrom

Mon 24/8

17:41-05:00

1 stop20h 19m

$2,658
Cheapest one-way
Fastest single journey

MelbourneAustin

MEL - AUS

MELAUS

Melbourne

Thu 27/8

10:55-19:12

2 stops23h 17m

$842

MelbourneAustin

MEL - AUS

MELAUS

Melbourne

Sun 23/8

10:55-11:49

2 stops39h 54m

$844

MelbourneAustin

MEL - AUS

MELAUS

Melbourne

Fri 24/7

09:30-23:59

1 stop29h 29m

$849

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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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne to Austin?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Austin (average of $1,273). Flying from Melbourne to Austin in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,850). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne to Austin?

How often are flights from Melbourne to Austin delayed?

About 20% of weekly flights between Melbourne and Austin have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 86 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to Austin flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Melbourne to Austin flights?

Over the past year, Qantas Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 15% of flights being delayed.

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 18 July 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Air New Zealand,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines 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.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
654 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Viren,June 2026

MEL - LAX

Flight got delayed and made us take a transit visa which was not a told before hand.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
654 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
654 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Viren,June 2026

MEL - LAX

Flight got delayed and made us take a transit visa which was not a told before hand.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,008 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
654 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Viren,June 2026

MEL - LAX

Flight got delayed and made us take a transit visa which was not a told before hand.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,822 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
654 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Viren,June 2026

MEL - LAX

Flight got delayed and made us take a transit visa which was not a told before hand.

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 4 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne to Austin?

    There are many flights that can get you from Melbourne to Austin in 25h 12m. Fly via United Airlines, Delta, or Air Canada to get the fastest option. There are 14285 km between Melbourne and Austin. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    United Airlines, at $1,103, was found to be the cheapest airline from Melbourne to Austin.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include American Airlines and Virgin Australia. United Airlines is priced at 26% 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne to Austin?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Austin (average of $1,273). Flying from Melbourne to Austin in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,850). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Melbourne to Austin

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Austin. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 18 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$1,103Average$1,399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,161Average$1,303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,362Average$1,626FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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