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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Edinburgh from $703

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 2/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — EDI
5 Aug — 12 Aug1
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 6 July 2026.

Sun 9/811:00
MEL
-
EDI
2 stops41h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 23/820:30
EDI
-
MEL
2 stops51h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/7$1,346
Tue 11/811:00
MEL
-
EDI
2 stops45h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 26/806:20
EDI
-
MEL
2 stops41h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7$1,516
Tue 28/711:00
MEL
-
EDI
2 stops37h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 25/806:00
EDI
-
MEL
2 stops42h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7$1,534
Wed 29/711:00
MEL
-
EDI
2 stops36h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 24/807:00
EDI
-
MEL
2 stops41h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7$1,558
Sat 15/821:30
MEL
-
EDI
2 stops35h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 25/806:00
EDI
-
MEL
2 stops42h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7$1,637
Tue 11/811:00
MEL
-
EDI
2 stops39h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 25/806:00
EDI
-
MEL
2 stops42h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7$1,649
Tue 18/811:00
MEL
-
EDI
2 stops42h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 25/806:00
EDI
-
MEL
2 stops42h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7$1,652
Mon 17/811:00
MEL
-
EDI
2 stops44h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 28/821:15
EDI
-
MEL
2 stops50h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/7$1,658
Tue 4/812:00
MEL
-
EDI
2 stops30h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 18/816:55
EDI
-
MEL
2 stops32h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/7$1,683
Mon 2/1122:35
MEL
-
EDI
2 stops46h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 16/1110:40
EDI
-
MEL
2 stops47h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/7$1,725
Sun 23/815:55
MEL
-
EDI
2 stops26h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 21/916:55
EDI
-
MEL
2 stops32h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7$1,732
Thu 12/1115:35
MEL
-
EDI
2 stops37h 15m
Finnair
Mon 23/1118:35
EDI
-
MEL
2 stops25h 40m
Finnair
Deal found 5/7$1,745

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 6 July 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,346

One-way from

$703

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$2,425
9/8-23/8
  • 9/8-23/8
  • 4 total stops
  • 92h 35m total
  • Melbourne to Edinburgh
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2/10
  • 2/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 44h 20m total
  • Melbourne to Edinburgh
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($215 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($68 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 6 July 2026.
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MelbourneEdinburgh

MEL - EDI

MELEDI

Melbourne

Thu 16/7

15:55-09:40

2 stops50h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 20/8

16:55-10:30

2 stops32h 35m

$1,806

MelbourneEdinburgh

MEL - EDI

MELEDI

Melbourne

Fri 31/7

15:55-09:40

2 stops50h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 22/8

16:55-08:50

2 stops30h 55m

$1,895

MelbourneEdinburgh

MEL - EDI

MELEDI

Melbourne

Thu 23/7

15:55-09:40

2 stops50h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 2/8

16:55-10:30

2 stops32h 35m

$2,147

MelbourneEdinburgh

MEL - EDI

MELEDI

Melbourne

Wed 16/9

15:55-15:55

2 stops33h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 22/9

16:55-04:40

3 stops50h 45m

$2,391

MelbourneEdinburgh

MEL - EDI

MELEDI

Melbourne

Sun 16/8

07:00-15:55

3 stops41h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 26/8

16:55-08:20

2 stops30h 25m

$3,073

MelbourneEdinburgh

MEL - EDI

MELEDI

Melbourne

Thu 30/7

10:15-08:25

3 stops31h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 2/9

16:30-09:00

3 stops31h 30m

$4,117

MelbourneEdinburgh

MEL - EDI

MELEDI

Melbourne

Sat 28/11

15:35-17:50

2 stops61h 15m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 11/12

18:35-05:40

2 stops48h 05m

$5,513

MelbourneEdinburgh

MEL - EDI

MELEDI

Melbourne

Wed 5/8

13:30-15:55

2 stops35h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 11/8

16:55-07:30

2 stops53h 35m

$5,534
Fastest return journey

MelbourneEdinburgh

MEL - EDI

MELEDI

Melbourne

Wed 7/10

15:50-12:20

3 stops30h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 22/10

13:10-06:35

2 stops31h 25m

$6,094

MelbourneEdinburgh

MEL - EDI

MELEDI

Melbourne

Thu 3/12

15:35-12:50

3 stops32h 15m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 11/12

10:55-07:15

3 stops33h 20m

$6,577

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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 $2,143). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Edinburgh in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,951). 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 6 July 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
3,607 reviews
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Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

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
3,607 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,607 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

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
463 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,607 reviews
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Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

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
7.3
Good
3,742 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,607 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

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
1,476 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,607 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

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
8,095 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,607 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

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?

    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.

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

    According to our current data, Turkish Airlines ($1,570), Etihad Airways ($1,591), and British Airways ($1,688) 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?

    $829 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 $906 and $1,137, 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 $2,143). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Edinburgh in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,951). 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 6 July 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 6 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,570Average$1,883FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,591Average$1,672FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapest$1,688Average$2,051FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,883Average$3,255FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,984Average$2,548FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$2,141Average$2,633FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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EmiratesCheapest$2,147Average$2,527FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$2,172Average$2,392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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