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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Edinburgh from $787

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 3/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — EDI
22 Jul — 29 Jul1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Edinburgh

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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 22 June 2026.

Thu 6/821:30
MEL
-
EDI
2 stops34h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 13/814:25
EDI
-
MEL
2 stops33h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/6$1,631
Sun 9/812:05
MEL
-
EDI
2 stops36h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 25/816:55
EDI
-
MEL
2 stops32h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/6$1,656
Mon 3/811:00
MEL
-
EDI
2 stops45h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 1/911:35
EDI
-
MEL
2 stops40h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/6$1,681
Tue 10/1111:05
MEL
-
EDI
2 stops33h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3/1216:20
EDI
-
MEL
2 stops28h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/6$1,724
Sun 9/815:55
MEL
-
EDI
2 stops33h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 24/816:55
EDI
-
MEL
2 stops27h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/6$1,734
Tue 21/712:00
MEL
-
EDI
2 stops30h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 26/716:55
EDI
-
MEL
2 stops32h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 19/6$1,735
Thu 16/712:00
MEL
-
EDI
2 stops36h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 30/710:40
EDI
-
MEL
2 stops38h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 21/6$1,761
Sat 1/815:55
MEL
-
EDI
2 stops50h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 13/910:40
EDI
-
MEL
2 stops37h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/6$1,780
Wed 29/715:55
MEL
-
EDI
2 stops33h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 24/816:55
EDI
-
MEL
2 stops30h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/6$1,802

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Edinburgh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) 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 22 June 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,656

One-way from

$787

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$2,988
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 9/8-25/8
  • 4 total stops
  • 69h 25m total
  • Melbourne to Edinburgh
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3/8
  • 3/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 52h 55m total
  • Melbourne to Edinburgh
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($313 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($75 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in June 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Edinburgh that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 22 June 2026.
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MelbourneEdinburgh

MEL - EDI

MELEDI

Melbourne

Fri 31/7

12:05-09:40

2 stops54h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 11/8

16:55-10:30

2 stops32h 35m

$1,801

MelbourneEdinburgh

MEL - EDI

MELEDI

Melbourne

Sat 25/7

15:55-15:55

2 stops33h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 14/8

10:40-08:50

2 stops37h 10m

$1,832

MelbourneEdinburgh

MEL - EDI

MELEDI

Melbourne

Mon 5/10

16:55-15:55

2 stops33h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 5/11

16:20-08:00

2 stops28h 40m

$1,882

MelbourneEdinburgh

MEL - EDI

MELEDI

Melbourne

Sun 16/8

12:05-09:40

2 stops30h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 26/8

16:55-08:50

2 stops30h 55m

$2,075

MelbourneEdinburgh

MEL - EDI

MELEDI

Melbourne

Mon 3/8

11:00-10:15

2 stops56h 15m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 10/8

09:15-09:00

2 stops38h 45m

$2,228

MelbourneEdinburgh

MEL - EDI

MELEDI

Melbourne

Wed 16/9

07:00-15:55

3 stops41h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 22/9

16:55-10:30

2 stops32h 35m

$2,347

MelbourneEdinburgh

MEL - EDI

MELEDI

Melbourne

Wed 16/9

15:55-11:55

2 stops29h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 22/9

07:55-16:50

1 stop23h 55m

$2,538

MelbourneEdinburgh

MEL - EDI

MELEDI

Melbourne

Wed 16/9

13:25-20:20

2 stops39h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 22/9

17:25-06:15

2 stops27h 50m

$2,578

MelbourneEdinburgh

MEL - EDI

MELEDI

Melbourne

Tue 17/11

16:55-09:25

2 stops27h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 21/11

07:30-17:50

1 stop23h 20m

$2,578

MelbourneEdinburgh

MEL - EDI

MELEDI

Melbourne

Mon 5/10

17:10-06:25

1 stop23h 15m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 5/11

14:05-17:50

1 stop40h 45m

$2,617

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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 Airport to Edinburgh

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

The best time to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Edinburgh is 28 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.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Edinburgh (average of $2,120). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of $2,988). 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 Airport to Edinburgh?

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 22 June 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates,Virgin Australia, andQatar Airways from Melbourne Airport to Edinburgh by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,593 reviews
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Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

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
3,593 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,593 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

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
462 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,593 reviews
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Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

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
7.3
Good
3,731 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,593 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

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
1,459 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,593 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

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
8,064 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,593 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

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?

    Most people fly into Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) if they book a flight to Edinburgh from Melbourne. On average, Turnhouse has 0 inbound flights from Melbourne per day from 8 airlines. Edinburgh Turnhouse is conveniently located just 11.0 km from Edinburgh’s city centre.

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

    A quick flight from Melbourne Airport to Edinburgh can take about 56h 15m. China Eastern provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $2,228. The distance between Melbourne Airport and Edinburgh is about 16892 km.

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

    According to our current data, Turkish Airlines ($1,554), Etihad Airways ($1,574), and British Airways ($1,670) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne Airport to Edinburgh. You may be able to fly from Melbourne Airport to Edinburgh for 35% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    $820 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 $897 and $1,066, 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 Airport to Edinburgh?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Edinburgh (average of $2,120). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of $2,988). 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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Fly from Melbourne to Edinburgh on these airlines

Choose from the following airlines for your flight from Melbourne to Edinburgh. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 22 June 2026.
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Top 8 airlines flying from Melbourne to Edinburgh

Discover the top 8 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 22 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,554Average$1,863FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,574Average$1,655FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapest$1,670Average$2,029FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,864Average$2,807FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,963Average$2,521FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$2,120Average$2,560FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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EmiratesCheapest$2,124Average$2,498FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$2,159Average$2,361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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