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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Austin from $778

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 17/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — AUS
4 Apr — 11 Apr1
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 5 March 2026.

Wed 18/312:00
MEL
-
AUS
1 stop27h 59m
United Airlines
Sun 22/313:59
AUS
-
MEL
1 stop26h 31m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/3$1,269
Sat 18/409:45
MEL
-
AUS
1 stop19h 50m
American Airlines
Sat 25/412:43
AUS
-
MEL
1 stop25h 17m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/3$1,280
Wed 25/309:15
MEL
-
AUS
2 stops22h 19m
American Airlines
Wed 1/414:24
AUS
-
MEL
1 stop24h 21m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/3$1,323
Sat 23/510:55
MEL
-
AUS
2 stops26h 51m
United Airlines
Wed 27/514:45
AUS
-
MEL
2 stops26h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/3$1,343
Tue 17/312:00
MEL
-
AUS
1 stop27h 59m
American Airlines
Mon 30/314:24
AUS
-
MEL
1 stop24h 21m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/3$1,364
Sat 18/409:45
MEL
-
AUS
1 stop19h 50m
Qantas Airways
Mon 27/416:55
AUS
-
MEL
1 stop21h 05m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 1/3$1,366
Wed 21/1011:00
MEL
-
AUS
1 stop25h 57m
Delta
Sun 1/1119:35
AUS
-
MEL
1 stop21h 15m
Delta
Deal found 4/3$1,483
Wed 15/406:00
MEL
-
AUS
2 stops32h 59m
Virgin Australia
Wed 22/418:00
AUS
-
MEL
1 stop23h 15m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 1/3$1,596

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 5 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,269

One-way from

$778

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,518
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 18/3-22/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 55h 29m total
  • Melbourne to Austin
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American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 17/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 40m total
  • Melbourne to Austin
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MelbourneAustin

MEL - AUS

MELAUS

Melbourne

Wed 18/3

12:00-23:44

2 stops27h 44m

Austin Bergstrom

Sun 22/3

12:45-08:30

2 stops27h 45m

$1,269

MelbourneAustin

MEL - AUS

MELAUS

Melbourne

Wed 18/3

12:00-21:06

2 stops25h 06m

Austin Bergstrom

Sat 21/3

14:18-08:30

2 stops26h 12m

$1,275

MelbourneAustin

MEL - AUS

MELAUS

Melbourne

Wed 25/3

12:00-16:52

1 stop20h 52m

Austin Bergstrom

Wed 1/4

17:56-08:30

2 stops22h 34m

$1,276

MelbourneAustin

MEL - AUS

MELAUS

Melbourne

Sat 18/4

09:45-14:35

1 stop19h 50m

Austin Bergstrom

Sat 25/4

12:43-05:00

1 stop25h 17m

$1,280

MelbourneAustin

MEL - AUS

MELAUS

Melbourne

Sat 23/5

10:55-23:04

1 stop27h 09m

Austin Bergstrom

Wed 27/5

15:35-08:15

1 stop25h 40m

$1,343

MelbourneAustin

MEL - AUS

MELAUS

Melbourne

Wed 18/3

10:30-18:46

2 stops24h 16m

$822

MelbourneAustin

MEL - AUS

MELAUS

Melbourne

Wed 18/3

13:45-09:27

3 stops35h 42m

$1,153

MelbourneAustin

MEL - AUS

MELAUS

Melbourne

Fri 17/4

06:00-12:03

3 stops45h 03m

$1,550

MelbourneAustin

MEL - AUS

MELAUS

Melbourne

Fri 3/4

09:45-13:49

1 stop20h 04m

$1,604

MelbourneAustin

MEL - AUS

MELAUS

Melbourne

Fri 3/4

10:30-21:42

1 stop27h 12m

$1,621

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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 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 $542). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Austin in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,499). 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 5 March 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 5 March 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand, Virgin Australia, andQantas Airways 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
607 reviews
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Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

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
607 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
607 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

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
7.6
Good
445 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
607 reviews
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Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

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
1,002 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
607 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

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
9,388 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
607 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

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
7.1
Good
11,380 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
607 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

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 can get you from Melbourne Airport to Austin in just under 27h 44m. Your travel time can differ by up to . Melbourne Airport and Austin are separated by a distance of 14285 km.

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

    According to our current data, United Airlines ($1,055), American Airlines ($1,150), and Virgin Australia ($1,220) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne Airport to Austin. United Airlines is priced at 35% 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 $542). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Austin in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,499). 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$1,055Average$1,653FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,150Average$1,292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,220Average$2,142FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,350Average$1,648FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,416Average$1,897FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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