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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Cardiff from $2,142

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 19/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — CWL
13 Dec — 20 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Cardiff

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to Cardiff (CWL). 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 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$2,765

One-way from

$2,142

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$3,019
Air France
  • Air France
  • 27/12-3/1
  • 5 total stops
  • 72h 30m total
  • Melbourne to Cardiff
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KLM
  • KLM
  • 19/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 45m total
  • Melbourne to Cardiff
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($722 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($202 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Cardiff
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Cardiff. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 13 November 2025.

Sat 27/1216:00MEL - CWL
3 stops35h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 3/110:20CWL - MEL
2 stops36h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11$2,765
Sat 27/1216:00MEL - CWL
3 stops28h 45mKLM
Sat 3/117:25CWL - MEL
3 stops48h 30mKLM
Deal found 12/11$3,542

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

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Melbourne

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Cardiff

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneCardiff

MEL - CWL

MELCWL

Melbourne

Sat 27/12

16:00-16:50

3 stops35h 50m

Cardiff Wales

Sat 3/1

10:20-10:00

2 stops36h 40m

$2,765

MelbourneCardiff

MEL - CWL

MELCWL

Melbourne

Thu 19/3

12:05-09:50

2 stops32h 45m

Cardiff Wales

Mon 23/3

10:20-09:25

2 stops36h 05m

$3,005

MelbourneCardiff

MEL - CWL

MELCWL

Melbourne

Thu 12/3

07:00-16:45

3 stops44h 45m

Cardiff Wales

Mon 16/3

17:15-06:15

2 stops26h 00m

$3,231

MelbourneCardiff

MEL - CWL

MELCWL

Melbourne

Sat 27/12

16:00-09:45

3 stops28h 45m

Cardiff Wales

Sat 3/1

17:25-04:55

3 stops48h 30m

$3,542

MelbourneCardiff

MEL - CWL

MELCWL

Melbourne

Thu 19/3

12:05-09:50

2 stops32h 45m

$2,142

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Deals found on 10/11

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

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

It’s optimal to fly from Melbourne Airport to Cardiff in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 24% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

Reviews of airlines servicing Cardiff

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cardiff. 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 Cardiff. Reviews last updated 13 November 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Etihad Airways from Melbourne Airport to Cardiff by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,289 reviews
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Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.2

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.8

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Nov 2025

AMD - AUH

Etihad charged me for 2 check in bags. On Kayak search results price was showing 2 check in bags were included. Kayak need to reimburse me for these additional charges and metal agony and distress. Thanks.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,289 reviews
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,289 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.2

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.8

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Nov 2025

AMD - AUH

Etihad charged me for 2 check in bags. On Kayak search results price was showing 2 check in bags were included. Kayak need to reimburse me for these additional charges and metal agony and distress. Thanks.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Cardiff. 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 Cardiff from Melbourne?

    Most people fly into Cardiff Wales (CWL) if they book a flight to Cardiff from Melbourne. On average, Cardiff Wales has 0 inbound flights from Melbourne per day from 1 airline. Cardiff Wales is conveniently located just 14.6 km from Cardiff’s city centre.

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

    Departing from Melbourne Airport to Cardiff will take you 32h 45m. The distance between Melbourne Airport and Cardiff is about 17090 km.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Melbourne Airport to Cardiff round-trip?

    Flying on Etihad Airways is currently your cheapest option to Cardiff, with prices starting at $1,920. Etihad Airways is priced at 31% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Cardiff 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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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,920Average$2,317FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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