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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Edinburgh from $838

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 10/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — EDI
28 Jun — 5 Jul1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Edinburgh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Edinburgh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 May 2026.

Tue 21/712:00
MEL
-
EDI
2 stops30h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 18/810:40
EDI
-
MEL
2 stops38h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 24/5$1,625
Thu 5/1115:35
MEL
-
EDI
2 stops37h 15m
Finnair
Thu 19/1108:10
EDI
-
MEL
2 stops36h 05m
Finnair
Deal found 24/5$1,631
Sat 15/812:00
MEL
-
EDI
2 stops60h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 22/816:55
EDI
-
MEL
2 stops56h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 27/5$1,674
Thu 4/612:00
MEL
-
EDI
2 stops54h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 16/610:40
EDI
-
MEL
2 stops38h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 26/5$1,677
Thu 6/812:00
MEL
-
EDI
2 stops60h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 16/816:55
EDI
-
MEL
2 stops33h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 24/5$1,688
Tue 11/815:55
MEL
-
EDI
2 stops50h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 25/816:55
EDI
-
MEL
2 stops32h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/5$1,729
Sat 1/815:55
MEL
-
EDI
2 stops50h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 13/910:40
EDI
-
MEL
2 stops37h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/5$1,771
Sun 19/715:55
MEL
-
EDI
2 stops50h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 16/816:55
EDI
-
MEL
2 stops30h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/5$1,772
Tue 1/915:55
MEL
-
EDI
2 stops33h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 15/910:40
EDI
-
MEL
2 stops37h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/5$1,776
Wed 27/515:55
MEL
-
EDI
2 stops50h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 10/610:40
EDI
-
MEL
2 stops37h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/5$1,810
Sat 1/815:55
MEL
-
EDI
2 stops50h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 29/810:40
EDI
-
MEL
2 stops37h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/5$1,828

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Edinburgh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) to Edinburgh (EDI). 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 29 May 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,625

One-way from

$838

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,267
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 21/7-18/8
  • 4 total stops
  • 69h 30m total
  • Melbourne to Edinburgh
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10/6
  • 10/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 58h 10m total
  • Melbourne to Edinburgh
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($70 potential savings vs. average return price).
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MelbourneEdinburgh

MEL - EDI

MELEDI

Melbourne

Sat 1/8

15:55-09:40

2 stops50h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 13/9

10:40-08:50

2 stops37h 10m

$1,771

MelbourneEdinburgh

MEL - EDI

MELEDI

Melbourne

Sun 19/7

15:55-09:40

2 stops50h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 16/8

16:55-08:50

2 stops30h 55m

$1,772

MelbourneEdinburgh

MEL - EDI

MELEDI

Melbourne

Sat 1/8

15:55-09:40

2 stops50h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 29/8

10:40-08:50

2 stops37h 10m

$1,828

MelbourneEdinburgh

MEL - EDI

MELEDI

Melbourne

Mon 16/11

22:35-15:20

2 stops27h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 19/11

10:40-11:15

2 stops37h 35m

$1,989

MelbourneEdinburgh

MEL - EDI

MELEDI

Melbourne

Mon 16/11

15:35-17:00

3 stops36h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 19/11

08:10-07:15

2 stops36h 05m

$2,024
Fastest return journey

MelbourneEdinburgh

MEL - EDI

MELEDI

Melbourne

Mon 16/11

23:40-12:35

1 stop23h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 19/11

09:25-23:20

2 stops26h 55m

$2,328

MelbourneEdinburgh

MEL - EDI

MELEDI

Melbourne

Tue 21/7

07:00-15:55

3 stops41h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 18/8

16:55-08:50

2 stops54h 55m

$2,407

MelbourneEdinburgh

MEL - EDI

MELEDI

Melbourne

Thu 5/11

16:10-12:35

1 stop31h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 19/11

14:05-23:20

1 stop22h 15m

$2,414

MelbourneEdinburgh

MEL - EDI

MELEDI

Melbourne

Thu 12/11

16:10-12:35

1 stop31h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 21/11

14:05-23:20

1 stop22h 15m

$2,457
Cheapest one-way

MelbourneEdinburgh

MEL - EDI

MELEDI

Melbourne

Tue 11/8

19:45-10:35

2 stops47h 50m

$867

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Edinburgh

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne to Edinburgh

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Edinburgh (average of $1,223). Flying from Melbourne to Edinburgh in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,891). 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 Edinburgh?

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne to Edinburgh?

The best time to book flights from Melbourne to Edinburgh is 27 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

Reviews of airlines servicing Edinburgh

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Edinburgh. 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 Edinburgh. Reviews last updated 29 May 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,Virgin Australia, andQatar Airways from Melbourne to Edinburgh to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,572 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,572 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,572 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
458 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,572 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,727 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,572 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,445 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,572 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
British Airways
6.7
Okay
8,010 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,572 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to Edinburgh from Melbourne, you will be flying to Turnhouse, which is the city’s only airport. Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) is located 11.0 km from the centre of Edinburgh. There are 0 flights from Melbourne to Turnhouse per day from 9 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne to Edinburgh?

    For as low as $1,989, Turkish Airlines can have you in Edinburgh from Melbourne in 27h 45m. There are 16892 km between Melbourne and Edinburgh.

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

    Lufthansa, at $1,418, was found to be the cheapest airline from Melbourne to Edinburgh.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Turkish Airlines and Etihad Airways. You may be able to fly from Melbourne to Edinburgh for 38% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne to Edinburgh one-way?

    $806 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Etihad Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Turkish Airlines and Qatar Airways, with prices starting from $844 and $1,048, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Edinburgh (average of $1,223). Flying from Melbourne to Edinburgh in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,891). 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 9 airlines flying from Melbourne to Edinburgh

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Edinburgh. 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 29 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapest$1,418Average$1,699FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,445Average$2,134FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,548Average$1,627FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapest$1,632Average$2,033FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,832Average$3,166FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,930Average$2,479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$2,084Average$2,558FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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EmiratesCheapest$2,089Average$2,446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$2,113Average$2,320FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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