Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Edinburgh from $841

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 1/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — EDI
8 Jan — 15 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Edinburgh Turnhouse are usually found in March or May, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

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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 9 December 2025.

Wed 10/1212:00MEL - EDI
2 stops33h 40mChina Eastern
Wed 24/1213:30EDI - MEL
2 stops37h 35mChina Eastern
Deal found 6/12$2,073
Tue 9/1222:30MEL - EDI
2 stops47h 10mChina Eastern
Tue 16/1206:00EDI - MEL
2 stops45h 05mChina Eastern
Deal found 7/12$2,166
Thu 11/1212:00MEL - EDI
2 stops33h 40mChina Eastern
Thu 25/1206:00EDI - MEL
2 stops45h 05mChina Eastern
Deal found 7/12$2,192
Tue 9/1223:40MEL - EDI
1 stop23h 55mQatar Airways
Tue 16/1214:05EDI - MEL
1 stop28h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/12$2,327
Wed 10/1216:00MEL - EDI
3 stops40h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 24/1206:00EDI - MEL
3 stops38h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$2,501
Thu 11/1216:10MEL - EDI
1 stop31h 25mQatar Airways
Thu 25/1214:05EDI - MEL
1 stop22h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/12$2,528
Fri 26/1222:30MEL - EDI
2 stops35h 40mChina Eastern
Fri 16/106:00EDI - MEL
2 stops45h 05mChina Eastern
Deal found 7/12$2,695
Thu 25/1201:00MEL - EDI
3 stops32h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 16/107:00EDI - MEL
3 stops35h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/12$2,807
Tue 9/1216:10MEL - EDI
3 stops33h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 16/1208:40EDI - MEL
2 stops34h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/12$2,841
Wed 10/1216:10MEL - EDI
1 stop24h 50mBritish Airways
Wed 24/1217:55EDI - MEL
2 stops28h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/12$2,843
Tue 9/1216:10MEL - EDI
1 stop24h 50mVirgin Australia
Tue 16/1207:30EDI - MEL
2 stops37h 05mVirgin Australia
Deal found 7/12$2,876

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 9 December 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,527

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$2,956
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 1/2-18/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 69h 40m total
  • Melbourne to Edinburgh
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($207 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($72 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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

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Melbourne

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Edinburgh

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneEdinburgh

MEL - EDI

MELEDI

Melbourne

Mon 9/3

13:10-15:20

2 stops37h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 30/3

16:50-07:15

2 stops52h 25m

$1,608

MelbourneEdinburgh

MEL - EDI

MELEDI

Melbourne

Sat 2/5

21:30-15:50

2 stops27h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 23/5

10:40-06:15

2 stops34h 35m

$1,626

MelbourneEdinburgh

MEL - EDI

MELEDI

Melbourne

Tue 7/4

12:00-09:40

2 stops54h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 5/5

16:50-06:15

2 stops52h 25m

$1,638

MelbourneEdinburgh

MEL - EDI

MELEDI

Melbourne

Thu 14/5

12:00-15:50

2 stops60h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 4/6

16:50-06:15

2 stops52h 25m

$1,640

MelbourneEdinburgh

MEL - EDI

MELEDI

Melbourne

Sat 2/5

21:30-15:50

2 stops27h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 23/5

10:40-19:35

2 stops47h 55m

$1,709

MelbourneEdinburgh

MEL - EDI

MELEDI

Melbourne

Sun 19/4

23:30-15:50

2 stops49h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 19/5

16:50-11:15

2 stops33h 25m

$1,727

MelbourneEdinburgh

MEL - EDI

MELEDI

Melbourne

Sun 19/4

13:25-15:50

2 stops35h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 13/5

10:40-11:15

2 stops39h 35m

$1,727

MelbourneEdinburgh

MEL - EDI

MELEDI

Melbourne

Sun 19/4

13:25-15:50

2 stops35h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 15/5

10:40-11:15

2 stops39h 35m

$1,727

MelbourneEdinburgh

MEL - EDI

MELEDI

Melbourne

Tue 21/4

23:30-15:50

2 stops49h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 19/5

16:50-11:15

2 stops33h 25m

$1,727

MelbourneEdinburgh

MEL - EDI

MELEDI

Melbourne

Wed 22/4

21:30-15:50

2 stops27h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 19/5

16:50-11:15

2 stops33h 25m

$1,727

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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?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Edinburgh. Price data was last updated on 5 December 2025.

The best time to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Edinburgh is 85 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Edinburgh (average of $1,477). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Edinburgh in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,023). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Edinburgh. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 9 December 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Melbourne Airport to Edinburgh in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 8% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne Airport to Edinburgh?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Edinburgh. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne Airport to Edinburgh flight should consider departing on Wednesday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 9 December 2025.
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.

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

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 10 airlines. Edinburgh Turnhouse is conveniently located just 11.0 km from Edinburgh’s city centre.

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

    According to our current data, Malaysia Airlines ($1,489), Turkish Airlines ($1,519), and Lufthansa ($1,626) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne Airport to Edinburgh. You may be able to fly from Melbourne Airport to Edinburgh for 38% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    $888 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Turkish Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Qatar Airways and Virgin Australia, with prices starting from $1,127 and $1,302, 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Edinburgh (average of $1,477). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Edinburgh in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,023). 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 10 airlines flying from Melbourne to Edinburgh

Discover the top 10 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 9 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$1,489Average$1,579FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,519Average$1,944FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapest$1,626Average$2,050FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,665Average$1,753FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapest$1,737Average$2,288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,971Average$2,417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,994Average$2,133FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$2,091Average$2,441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest$2,235Average$2,521FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$2,241Average$2,619FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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