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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Cardiff from $1,035

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 27/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — CWL
21 Nov — 28 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

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 22 October 2025.

Round-trip from

$2,479

One-way from

$1,035

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,932
4/12-11/12
  • 4/12-11/12
  • 5 total stops
  • 69h 50m total
  • Melbourne to Cardiff
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27/10
  • 27/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 43h 10m total
  • Melbourne to Cardiff
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($624 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($182 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 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 22 October 2025.

Thu 4/1216:00MEL - CWL
3 stops35h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/1210:20CWL - MEL
2 stops34h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/10$2,479
Sat 6/1207:45MEL - CWL
3 stops44h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 13/1210:20CWL - MEL
2 stops33h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/10$2,623
Thu 4/1210:00MEL - CWL
3 stops34h 50mKLM
Thu 11/1210:20CWL - MEL
3 stops34h 35mKLM
Deal found 20/10$2,740
Fri 5/1207:00MEL - CWL
3 stops37h 50mKLM
Fri 12/1217:15CWL - MEL
3 stops39h 55mKLM
Deal found 21/10$2,937
Fri 5/1216:00MEL - CWL
3 stops35h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/1217:25CWL - MEL
2 stops27h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/10$2,994
Sat 6/1207:00MEL - CWL
3 stops37h 50mKLM
Sat 13/1217:25CWL - MEL
3 stops27h 30mKLM
Deal found 22/10$3,105

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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

Thu 4/12

16:00-16:45

3 stops35h 45m

Cardiff Wales

Thu 11/12

10:20-07:25

2 stops34h 05m

$2,479

MelbourneCardiff

MEL - CWL

MELCWL

Melbourne

Tue 10/2

16:55-16:55

3 stops35h 00m

Cardiff Wales

Fri 27/2

22:25-17:00

2 stops31h 35m

$2,513

MelbourneCardiff

MEL - CWL

MELCWL

Melbourne

Sat 6/12

07:45-16:50

3 stops44h 05m

Cardiff Wales

Sat 13/12

10:20-06:50

2 stops33h 30m

$2,623

MelbourneCardiff

MEL - CWL

MELCWL

Melbourne

Thu 4/12

10:00-09:50

3 stops34h 50m

Cardiff Wales

Thu 11/12

10:20-07:55

3 stops34h 35m

$2,740

MelbourneCardiff

MEL - CWL

MELCWL

Melbourne

Fri 5/12

07:00-09:50

3 stops37h 50m

Cardiff Wales

Fri 12/12

17:15-20:10

3 stops39h 55m

$2,937

MelbourneCardiff

MEL - CWL

MELCWL

Melbourne

Fri 5/12

16:00-16:55

3 stops35h 55m

Cardiff Wales

Fri 12/12

17:25-07:25

2 stops27h 00m

$2,994

MelbourneCardiff

MEL - CWL

MELCWL

Melbourne

Sat 6/12

07:00-09:50

3 stops37h 50m

Cardiff Wales

Sat 13/12

17:25-07:55

3 stops27h 30m

$3,105

MelbourneCardiff

MEL - CWL

MELCWL

Melbourne

Thu 12/3

07:00-09:50

3 stops37h 50m

Cardiff Wales

Mon 16/3

17:15-10:15

2 stops30h 00m

$3,111

MelbourneCardiff

MEL - CWL

MELCWL

Melbourne

Mon 27/10

13:10-21:20

3 stops43h 10m

$1,035

MelbourneCardiff

MEL - CWL

MELCWL

Melbourne

Mon 9/2

00:35-09:50

2 stops44h 15m

$1,581

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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 22 October 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 22 October 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
1,282 reviews
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Comfort

7.3

Food

7.2

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.4

Crew

7.8

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Oct 2025

AUH - JFK

Due to an emergency surgery my infant had, we couldn’t make the flight. And etihad refused to refund it or reschedule for a later time. The worst call center i have ever experienced in my life.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,282 reviews
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,282 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.2

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.4

Crew

7.8

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Oct 2025

AUH - JFK

Due to an emergency surgery my infant had, we couldn’t make the flight. And etihad refused to refund it or reschedule for a later time. The worst call center i have ever experienced in my life.

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.

  • 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 $1,932. Etihad Airways 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 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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Top airline flying from Melbourne to Cardiff

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,932Average$2,331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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