Cheap flights from Melbourne to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport from $677
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Charles de Gaulle
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Charles de Gaulle. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 9 September 2026.
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Best flights from Melbourne to Charles de Gaulle
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Melbourne to Charles de Gaulle that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 9 September 2026.
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Last-minute flights from Melbourne to Charles de Gaulle
Discover last-minute flight deals from Melbourne to Charles de Gaulle. Data last updated 9 September 2026 and is based on user searches.
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One-way flights from Melbourne to Charles de Gaulle
Search for one-way flight options from Melbourne to Charles de Gaulle. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 9 September 2026.
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MEL Melbourne - CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
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Melbourne
Tue 27/10
18:20-18:35
1 stop34h 15m
Paris Charles de Gaulle
Wed 31/12
00:00-09:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$727
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MEL Melbourne - CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
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Melbourne
Wed 18/11
22:35-14:30
2 stops25h 55m
Paris Charles de Gaulle
Wed 31/12
00:00-09:00
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$788
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MEL Melbourne - CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
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Melbourne
Fri 4/12
22:35-12:15
2 stops47h 40m
Paris Charles de Gaulle
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00:00-09:00
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$788
MelbourneParis
AVV Melbourne Avalon - CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
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Melbourne Avalon
Wed 18/11
14:50-19:05
2 stops38h 15m
Paris Charles de Gaulle
Wed 31/12
00:00-09:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$811
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AVV Melbourne Avalon - CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
AVVCDG
Melbourne Avalon
Thu 12/11
06:00-06:40
2 stops34h 40m
Paris Charles de Gaulle
Wed 31/12
00:00-09:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$836
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AVV Melbourne Avalon - CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
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Melbourne Avalon
Thu 8/10
16:40-19:15
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Paris Charles de Gaulle
Wed 31/12
00:00-09:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$842
MelbourneParis
MEL Melbourne - CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
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Melbourne
Mon 30/11
22:35-09:35
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Paris Charles de Gaulle
Wed 31/12
00:00-09:00
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$843
MelbourneParis
AVV Melbourne Avalon - CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
AVVCDG
Melbourne Avalon
Tue 27/10
08:10-13:15
3 stops39h 05m
Paris Charles de Gaulle
Wed 31/12
00:00-09:00
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$871
MelbourneParis
AVV Melbourne Avalon - CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
AVVCDG
Melbourne Avalon
Sat 26/9
14:55-19:15
2 stops36h 20m
Paris Charles de Gaulle
Wed 31/12
00:00-09:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$878
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AVV Melbourne Avalon - CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
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Melbourne Avalon
Sun 27/9
06:00-09:30
3 stops59h 30m
Paris Charles de Gaulle
Wed 31/12
00:00-09:00
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$911
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport?
Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (average of $1,294). Flying from Melbourne to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,340). 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 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Melbourne to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport flights typically cost between $1,823 and $2,266 in October.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $1,452 on Qatar Airways (16 Oct–1 Nov).
How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport?
The price you pay for your flight from Melbourne to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 50 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
Reviews of airlines servicing Charles de Gaulle
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Charles de Gaulle. 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 Charles de Gaulle. Reviews last updated 9 September 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, such as Singapore Airlines,Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
My experience with Cathay Pacific started badly and only became more frustrating as the trip continued. It began when my original flight, which I had booked in Business Class, was canceled. Because of the cancellation, I was involuntarily downgraded. I understood that disruptions happen and was willing to accept the downgrade, but the way Cathay Pacific handled the situation afterward was extremely disappointing. The biggest issue was the lack of communication between airports. When I arrived at the next airport, the staff apparently had no record or confirmation that Cathay Pacific had downgraded me. As a result, I was forced to wait approximately an hour and a half while they tried to verify what had happened and determine how to handle my reservation. This happened at around 2:00 a.m., after an exhausting travel day that had already stretched to roughly 22 hours because of delays. At that point, I was completely exhausted and simply wanted to get to my destination and rest. Having to spend another 90 minutes resolving an issue that should have already been documented and communicated internally made an already difficult travel experience considerably worse. What was even more disappointing was the refund process. Because I had paid for Business Class but was involuntarily downgraded, I expected the fare difference to be refunded automatically. Instead, I discovered that I had to contact Cathay Pacific myself to request reimbursement. When I called, I was initially told that my situation did not qualify for a refund and that I would only be offered a travel voucher. I found that response unacceptable. I had paid for Business Class transportation that Cathay Pacific ultimately did not provide. A voucher requiring me to spend money with the airline again is not the same as refunding money for a service that was never delivered. After several heated minutes of discussion, Cathay Pacific finally agreed to refund both tickets. The cancellation itself was understandable. Even the involuntary downgrade was something I was prepared to accept given the circumstances. What made this experience unacceptable was the poor communication between airports, the lengthy middle-of-the-night delay caused by Cathay Pacific’s internal handling of the downgrade, and then having to argue simply to receive a refund for the Business Class service I had paid for but did not receive. For an airline that markets itself as a premium international carrier, I expected significantly better communication, customer service, and handling of an involuntary downgrade. Unfortunately, after this experience, Cathay Pacific has lost my confidence as a customer. This will be the last time I choose to fly with them.
My experience with Cathay Pacific started badly and only became more frustrating as the trip continued. It began when my original flight, which I had booked in Business Class, was canceled. Because of the cancellation, I was involuntarily downgraded. I understood that disruptions happen and was willing to accept the downgrade, but the way Cathay Pacific handled the situation afterward was extremely disappointing. The biggest issue was the lack of communication between airports. When I arrived at the next airport, the staff apparently had no record or confirmation that Cathay Pacific had downgraded me. As a result, I was forced to wait approximately an hour and a half while they tried to verify what had happened and determine how to handle my reservation. This happened at around 2:00 a.m., after an exhausting travel day that had already stretched to roughly 22 hours because of delays. At that point, I was completely exhausted and simply wanted to get to my destination and rest. Having to spend another 90 minutes resolving an issue that should have already been documented and communicated internally made an already difficult travel experience considerably worse. What was even more disappointing was the refund process. Because I had paid for Business Class but was involuntarily downgraded, I expected the fare difference to be refunded automatically. Instead, I discovered that I had to contact Cathay Pacific myself to request reimbursement. When I called, I was initially told that my situation did not qualify for a refund and that I would only be offered a travel voucher. I found that response unacceptable. I had paid for Business Class transportation that Cathay Pacific ultimately did not provide. A voucher requiring me to spend money with the airline again is not the same as refunding money for a service that was never delivered. After several heated minutes of discussion, Cathay Pacific finally agreed to refund both tickets. The cancellation itself was understandable. Even the involuntary downgrade was something I was prepared to accept given the circumstances. What made this experience unacceptable was the poor communication between airports, the lengthy middle-of-the-night delay caused by Cathay Pacific’s internal handling of the downgrade, and then having to argue simply to receive a refund for the Business Class service I had paid for but did not receive. For an airline that markets itself as a premium international carrier, I expected significantly better communication, customer service, and handling of an involuntary downgrade. Unfortunately, after this experience, Cathay Pacific has lost my confidence as a customer. This will be the last time I choose to fly with them.
My experience with Cathay Pacific started badly and only became more frustrating as the trip continued. It began when my original flight, which I had booked in Business Class, was canceled. Because of the cancellation, I was involuntarily downgraded. I understood that disruptions happen and was willing to accept the downgrade, but the way Cathay Pacific handled the situation afterward was extremely disappointing. The biggest issue was the lack of communication between airports. When I arrived at the next airport, the staff apparently had no record or confirmation that Cathay Pacific had downgraded me. As a result, I was forced to wait approximately an hour and a half while they tried to verify what had happened and determine how to handle my reservation. This happened at around 2:00 a.m., after an exhausting travel day that had already stretched to roughly 22 hours because of delays. At that point, I was completely exhausted and simply wanted to get to my destination and rest. Having to spend another 90 minutes resolving an issue that should have already been documented and communicated internally made an already difficult travel experience considerably worse. What was even more disappointing was the refund process. Because I had paid for Business Class but was involuntarily downgraded, I expected the fare difference to be refunded automatically. Instead, I discovered that I had to contact Cathay Pacific myself to request reimbursement. When I called, I was initially told that my situation did not qualify for a refund and that I would only be offered a travel voucher. I found that response unacceptable. I had paid for Business Class transportation that Cathay Pacific ultimately did not provide. A voucher requiring me to spend money with the airline again is not the same as refunding money for a service that was never delivered. After several heated minutes of discussion, Cathay Pacific finally agreed to refund both tickets. The cancellation itself was understandable. Even the involuntary downgrade was something I was prepared to accept given the circumstances. What made this experience unacceptable was the poor communication between airports, the lengthy middle-of-the-night delay caused by Cathay Pacific’s internal handling of the downgrade, and then having to argue simply to receive a refund for the Business Class service I had paid for but did not receive. For an airline that markets itself as a premium international carrier, I expected significantly better communication, customer service, and handling of an involuntary downgrade. Unfortunately, after this experience, Cathay Pacific has lost my confidence as a customer. This will be the last time I choose to fly with them.
My experience with Cathay Pacific started badly and only became more frustrating as the trip continued. It began when my original flight, which I had booked in Business Class, was canceled. Because of the cancellation, I was involuntarily downgraded. I understood that disruptions happen and was willing to accept the downgrade, but the way Cathay Pacific handled the situation afterward was extremely disappointing. The biggest issue was the lack of communication between airports. When I arrived at the next airport, the staff apparently had no record or confirmation that Cathay Pacific had downgraded me. As a result, I was forced to wait approximately an hour and a half while they tried to verify what had happened and determine how to handle my reservation. This happened at around 2:00 a.m., after an exhausting travel day that had already stretched to roughly 22 hours because of delays. At that point, I was completely exhausted and simply wanted to get to my destination and rest. Having to spend another 90 minutes resolving an issue that should have already been documented and communicated internally made an already difficult travel experience considerably worse. What was even more disappointing was the refund process. Because I had paid for Business Class but was involuntarily downgraded, I expected the fare difference to be refunded automatically. Instead, I discovered that I had to contact Cathay Pacific myself to request reimbursement. When I called, I was initially told that my situation did not qualify for a refund and that I would only be offered a travel voucher. I found that response unacceptable. I had paid for Business Class transportation that Cathay Pacific ultimately did not provide. A voucher requiring me to spend money with the airline again is not the same as refunding money for a service that was never delivered. After several heated minutes of discussion, Cathay Pacific finally agreed to refund both tickets. The cancellation itself was understandable. Even the involuntary downgrade was something I was prepared to accept given the circumstances. What made this experience unacceptable was the poor communication between airports, the lengthy middle-of-the-night delay caused by Cathay Pacific’s internal handling of the downgrade, and then having to argue simply to receive a refund for the Business Class service I had paid for but did not receive. For an airline that markets itself as a premium international carrier, I expected significantly better communication, customer service, and handling of an involuntary downgrade. Unfortunately, after this experience, Cathay Pacific has lost my confidence as a customer. This will be the last time I choose to fly with them.
My experience with Cathay Pacific started badly and only became more frustrating as the trip continued. It began when my original flight, which I had booked in Business Class, was canceled. Because of the cancellation, I was involuntarily downgraded. I understood that disruptions happen and was willing to accept the downgrade, but the way Cathay Pacific handled the situation afterward was extremely disappointing. The biggest issue was the lack of communication between airports. When I arrived at the next airport, the staff apparently had no record or confirmation that Cathay Pacific had downgraded me. As a result, I was forced to wait approximately an hour and a half while they tried to verify what had happened and determine how to handle my reservation. This happened at around 2:00 a.m., after an exhausting travel day that had already stretched to roughly 22 hours because of delays. At that point, I was completely exhausted and simply wanted to get to my destination and rest. Having to spend another 90 minutes resolving an issue that should have already been documented and communicated internally made an already difficult travel experience considerably worse. What was even more disappointing was the refund process. Because I had paid for Business Class but was involuntarily downgraded, I expected the fare difference to be refunded automatically. Instead, I discovered that I had to contact Cathay Pacific myself to request reimbursement. When I called, I was initially told that my situation did not qualify for a refund and that I would only be offered a travel voucher. I found that response unacceptable. I had paid for Business Class transportation that Cathay Pacific ultimately did not provide. A voucher requiring me to spend money with the airline again is not the same as refunding money for a service that was never delivered. After several heated minutes of discussion, Cathay Pacific finally agreed to refund both tickets. The cancellation itself was understandable. Even the involuntary downgrade was something I was prepared to accept given the circumstances. What made this experience unacceptable was the poor communication between airports, the lengthy middle-of-the-night delay caused by Cathay Pacific’s internal handling of the downgrade, and then having to argue simply to receive a refund for the Business Class service I had paid for but did not receive. For an airline that markets itself as a premium international carrier, I expected significantly better communication, customer service, and handling of an involuntary downgrade. Unfortunately, after this experience, Cathay Pacific has lost my confidence as a customer. This will be the last time I choose to fly with them.
My experience with Cathay Pacific started badly and only became more frustrating as the trip continued. It began when my original flight, which I had booked in Business Class, was canceled. Because of the cancellation, I was involuntarily downgraded. I understood that disruptions happen and was willing to accept the downgrade, but the way Cathay Pacific handled the situation afterward was extremely disappointing. The biggest issue was the lack of communication between airports. When I arrived at the next airport, the staff apparently had no record or confirmation that Cathay Pacific had downgraded me. As a result, I was forced to wait approximately an hour and a half while they tried to verify what had happened and determine how to handle my reservation. This happened at around 2:00 a.m., after an exhausting travel day that had already stretched to roughly 22 hours because of delays. At that point, I was completely exhausted and simply wanted to get to my destination and rest. Having to spend another 90 minutes resolving an issue that should have already been documented and communicated internally made an already difficult travel experience considerably worse. What was even more disappointing was the refund process. Because I had paid for Business Class but was involuntarily downgraded, I expected the fare difference to be refunded automatically. Instead, I discovered that I had to contact Cathay Pacific myself to request reimbursement. When I called, I was initially told that my situation did not qualify for a refund and that I would only be offered a travel voucher. I found that response unacceptable. I had paid for Business Class transportation that Cathay Pacific ultimately did not provide. A voucher requiring me to spend money with the airline again is not the same as refunding money for a service that was never delivered. After several heated minutes of discussion, Cathay Pacific finally agreed to refund both tickets. The cancellation itself was understandable. Even the involuntary downgrade was something I was prepared to accept given the circumstances. What made this experience unacceptable was the poor communication between airports, the lengthy middle-of-the-night delay caused by Cathay Pacific’s internal handling of the downgrade, and then having to argue simply to receive a refund for the Business Class service I had paid for but did not receive. For an airline that markets itself as a premium international carrier, I expected significantly better communication, customer service, and handling of an involuntary downgrade. Unfortunately, after this experience, Cathay Pacific has lost my confidence as a customer. This will be the last time I choose to fly with them.
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How long is the flight from Melbourne to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport?
Airlines like Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways, and Finnair fly from Melbourne to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport in about 29h 35m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 7h 10m. Melbourne and Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport are separated by a distance of 16745 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport round-trip?
Air China, at $718, was found to be the cheapest airline from Melbourne to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Virgin Australia and China Southern. Air China is 57% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport one-way?
To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with China Eastern, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $607. XiamenAir flights start at $613 while deals on China Southern start at $617 one-way.
Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Charles de Gaulle that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to Charles de Gaulle flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Charles de Gaulle?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to Charles de Gaulle.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Charles de Gaulle?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Charles de Gaulle 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 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport?
Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (average of $1,294). Flying from Melbourne to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,340). 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.
Explore flights to Charles de Gaulle departing from other origins. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 9 September 2026.
Top 10 airlines flying from Melbourne to Charles de Gaulle
Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Charles de Gaulle. 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated 9 September 2026.
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Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Melbourne to Charles de Gaulle?
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Can Cheapflights find flights from Melbourne to Charles de Gaulle with no change fees?
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Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from Melbourne to Charles de Gaulle become cheaper?
Yes, Cheapflights has a feature called Price Alert, which notifies users when flight prices change. Track prices for your flight to Charles de Gaulle from Melbourne today and book when prices fit your budget.
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