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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Austin from $782

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 18/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — AUS
21 Mar — 28 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 19 February 2026.

Sat 18/410:55
MEL
-
AUS
1 stop22h 19m
United Airlines
Fri 12/606:00
AUS
-
MEL
1 stop34h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 19/2$1,266
Wed 13/510:00
MEL
-
AUS
2 stops25h 33m
Delta
Mon 8/612:30
AUS
-
MEL
2 stops28h 20m
Delta
Deal found 18/2$1,275
Wed 18/210:10
MEL
-
AUS
1 stop24h 25m
Delta
Mon 2/307:20
AUS
-
MEL
1 stop31h 40m
Delta
Deal found 17/2$1,278
Sat 18/410:55
MEL
-
AUS
1 stop28h 35m
United Airlines
Mon 27/418:00
AUS
-
MEL
1 stop23h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 18/2$1,317
Wed 18/211:30
MEL
-
AUS
1 stop20h 05m
United Airlines
Sun 1/315:40
AUS
-
MEL
1 stop25h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 17/2$1,318
Sat 18/409:45
MEL
-
AUS
2 stops23h 54m
American Airlines
Fri 12/620:43
AUS
-
MEL
2 stops26h 32m
American Airlines
Deal found 19/2$1,414
Wed 13/506:00
MEL
-
AUS
2 stops29h 02m
Air Canada
Mon 8/611:55
AUS
-
MEL
3 stops32h 40m
Air Canada
Deal found 18/2$1,437
Tue 1/920:30
MEL
-
AUS
2 stops38h 32m
Air Canada
Tue 8/909:00
AUS
-
MEL
2 stops35h 05m
Air Canada
Deal found 19/2$1,725
Thu 1/1007:35
MEL
-
AUS
2 stops29h 59m
Air New Zealand
Thu 29/1008:55
AUS
-
MEL
2 stops34h 00m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 17/2$1,899
Fri 3/411:00
MEL
-
AUS
1 stop28h 36m
Delta
Fri 10/407:29
AUS
-
MEL
1 stop33h 21m
Delta
Deal found 16/2$1,902
Sat 18/418:00
MEL
-
AUS
3 stops57h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 12/608:50
AUS
-
MEL
2 stops40h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/2$1,934

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Austin

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) 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 19 February 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,264

One-way from

$782

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,251
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 18/4-12/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 57h 52m total
  • Melbourne to Austin
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  • United Airlines
  • 18/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 20m total
  • Melbourne to Austin
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Austin that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 19 February 2026.
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MelbourneAustin

MEL - AUS

MELAUS

Melbourne

Sat 18/4

10:55-00:30

1 stop28h 35m

Austin Bergstrom

Fri 12/6

12:15-07:30

2 stops28h 15m

$1,266

MelbourneAustin

MEL - AUS

MELAUS

Melbourne

Wed 13/5

10:00-20:33

2 stops25h 33m

Austin Bergstrom

Mon 8/6

12:30-07:50

2 stops28h 20m

$1,275

MelbourneAustin

MEL - AUS

MELAUS

Melbourne

Sat 18/4

10:55-21:34

2 stops25h 39m

Austin Bergstrom

Mon 27/4

15:01-08:15

1 stop26h 14m

$1,317

MelbourneAustin

MEL - AUS

MELAUS

Melbourne

Sat 18/4

10:55-12:41

1 stop40h 46m

$782

MelbourneAustin

MEL - AUS

MELAUS

Melbourne

Fri 31/7

10:00-21:55

2 stops26h 55m

$785

MelbourneAustin

MEL - AUS

MELAUS

Melbourne

Sun 26/7

10:00-21:14

2 stops26h 14m

$785

MelbourneAustin

MEL - AUS

MELAUS

Melbourne

Sat 18/4

13:35-18:39

1 stop20h 04m

$839

MelbourneAustin

MEL - AUS

MELAUS

Melbourne

Sat 18/4

09:45-14:35

1 stop19h 50m

$872

MelbourneAustin

MEL - AUS

MELAUS

Melbourne

Fri 20/3

10:30-09:59

2 stops39h 29m

$880

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Deals found on 19/2

Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Austin

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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Austin (average of $541). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Austin in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,496). 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.

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 19 February 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Melbourne Airport 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 Airport 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 Airport 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 19 February 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, andVirgin Australia from Melbourne Airport to Austin. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
588 reviews
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Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
588 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
588 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
995 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
588 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
440 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
588 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,321 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
588 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,317 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
588 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.

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?

    Located just 12.0 km from the city centre, Austin Bergstrom is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Austin from Melbourne. Booking flights from Melbourne to Austin Bergstrom (AUS) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Melbourne from 5 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Austin?

    United Airlines and Delta can get you from Melbourne Airport to Austin in just under 25h 33m. Your travel time can differ by up to 3h 02m. Melbourne Airport and Austin are separated by a distance of 14285 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    According to our current data, United Airlines ($1,091), American Airlines ($1,148), and Virgin Australia ($1,218) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne Airport to Austin. United Airlines is priced at 32% 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 Airport to Austin?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Austin (average of $541). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Austin in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,496). 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 5 airlines flying from Melbourne to Austin

Discover the top 5 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 19 February 2026.
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,091Average$1,684FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,148Average$1,289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,218Average$2,138FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,348Average$1,645FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,413Average$1,869FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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