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Cheap flights from Melbourne to London Heathrow Airport from $724

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 4/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — LHR
9 Jul — 16 Jul1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to London Heathrow are usually found in October or May, booked 11 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Monday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Heathrow

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) to Heathrow (LHR). 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 4 July 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,453

One-way from

$744

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$2,045
Air China
  • Air China
  • 10/8-27/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 64h 25m total
  • Melbourne to London
28/7
  • 28/7
  • 3 total stops
  • 46h 55m total
  • Melbourne to London
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($342 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($90 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Heathrow

Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Heathrow
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Heathrow. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 4 July 2025.

Sat 8/1111:25MEL - LHR
1 stop41h 50mChina Southern
Sat 22/1122:00LHR - MEL
1 stop36h 30mChina Southern
Deal found 30/6$1,452
Sun 10/820:00MEL - LHR
1 stop33h 30mAir China
Wed 27/822:40LHR - MEL
1 stop30h 55mAir China
Deal found 3/7$1,453
Thu 23/1022:30MEL - LHR
1 stop30h 10mChina Eastern
Mon 3/1121:00LHR - MEL
1 stop26h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 3/7$1,464
Tue 7/1019:25MEL - LHR
1 stop30h 20mSingapore Airlines
Tue 18/1122:05LHR - MEL
1 stop23h 10mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 3/7$1,474
Wed 16/720:00MEL - LHR
1 stop33h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/1221:30LHR - MEL
2 stops37h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/7$1,494
Thu 31/705:00MEL - LHR
1 stop22h 45mEtihad Airways
Tue 26/820:55LHR - MEL
1 stop21h 15mEtihad Airways
Deal found 1/7$1,497
Mon 20/1022:20MEL - LHR
2 stops26h 45mTurkish Airlines
Thu 20/1106:35LHR - MEL
2 stops27h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 2/7$1,503
Wed 22/1000:45MEL - LHR
1 stop29h 50mCathay Pacific
Thu 13/1111:00LHR - MEL
1 stop25h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 1/7$1,512
Fri 15/820:55AVV - LHR
2 stops54h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 22/821:20LHR - AVV
2 stops51h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7$2,042
Sun 6/716:40AVV - LHR
2 stops46h 55mQantas Airways
Sun 31/820:50LHR - AVV
2 stops27h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/7$8,928

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

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Melbourne

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LHR

MELLHR

Melbourne

Sat 8/11

11:25-18:15

1 stop41h 50m

London Heathrow

Sat 22/11

22:00-21:30

1 stop36h 30m

$1,452

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LHR

MELLHR

Melbourne

Sun 10/8

20:00-20:30

1 stop33h 30m

London Heathrow

Wed 27/8

22:40-14:35

1 stop30h 55m

$1,453

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LHR

MELLHR

Melbourne

Thu 23/10

22:30-18:40

1 stop30h 10m

London Heathrow

Mon 3/11

21:00-10:00

1 stop26h 00m

$1,464

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LHR

MELLHR

Melbourne

Tue 7/10

19:25-15:45

1 stop30h 20m

London Heathrow

Tue 18/11

22:05-08:15

1 stop23h 10m

$1,474

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LHR

MELLHR

Melbourne

Wed 16/7

20:00-20:30

1 stop33h 30m

London Heathrow

Thu 4/12

21:30-21:30

2 stops37h 00m

$1,494

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LHR

MELLHR

Melbourne

Thu 31/7

05:00-18:45

1 stop22h 45m

London Heathrow

Tue 26/8

20:55-03:10

1 stop21h 15m

$1,497

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LHR

MELLHR

Melbourne

Mon 20/10

22:20-15:05

2 stops26h 45m

London Heathrow

Thu 20/11

06:35-21:00

2 stops27h 25m

$1,503

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LHR

MELLHR

Melbourne

Wed 22/10

00:45-20:35

1 stop29h 50m

London Heathrow

Thu 13/11

11:00-23:00

1 stop25h 00m

$1,512

MelbourneLondon

AVV - LHR

AVVLHR

Melbourne Avalon

Fri 15/8

20:55-18:40

2 stops54h 45m

London Heathrow

Fri 22/8

21:20-09:45

2 stops51h 25m

$2,042

MelbourneLondon

AVV - LHR

AVVLHR

Melbourne Avalon

Mon 11/8

06:00-06:35

2 stops33h 35m

London Heathrow

Tue 16/9

20:50-14:10

2 stops32h 20m

$9,167

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Heathrow

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne to London Heathrow Airport

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Heathrow. Price data was last updated on 27 June 2025.

Booking 11 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Melbourne to London Heathrow Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to London Heathrow Airport (average of $1,037). Flying from Melbourne to London Heathrow Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,667). 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 LHR?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Heathrow. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 4 July 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Melbourne to London Heathrow Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 15% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne to London Heathrow Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Heathrow. Price data was last updated on 22 September 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne to London Heathrow Airport flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday 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 to London Heathrow Airport?

Reviews of airlines servicing Heathrow

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Heathrow. 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 Heathrow. Reviews last updated 4 July 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Qantas Airways, Etihad Airways, andAir China from Melbourne to London Heathrow Airport 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.

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

SYD - LAX

Overall, it was excellent experience, but flight delayed around 55 Mints

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

SYD - LAX

Overall, it was excellent experience, but flight delayed around 55 Mints

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

SYD - LAX

Overall, it was excellent experience, but flight delayed around 55 Mints

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

SYD - LAX

Overall, it was excellent experience, but flight delayed around 55 Mints

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

SYD - LAX

Overall, it was excellent experience, but flight delayed around 55 Mints

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Heathrow. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne to London Heathrow Airport round-trip?

    Air China, at $1,453, was found to be the cheapest airline from Melbourne to London Heathrow Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include China Eastern and Etihad Airways. Air China is currently priced 21% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Air China, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $749. China Eastern flights start at $784 while deals on Etihad Airways start at $803 one-way.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Melbourne to London Heathrow Airport?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Singapore?

    Most Singapore visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Sentosa, Merlion, and Boat Quay. Sentosa, Merlion, and Boat Quay can be visited by traveling about 21.6 km, 16.9 km, and 17.3 km respectively from Singapore Changi. Those looking to explore during their stopover in Singapore can hire a car from Singapore Changi for about $127 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Dubai?

    The majority of Dubai visitors spend their time at Dubai Mall, Gold Souq, and Burj Khalifa. Dubai Mall, Gold Souq, and Burj Khalifa can be visited by travelling about 10.5 km, 6.8 km, and 11.0 km respectively from Dubai Intl. Travellers in need of a car in Dubai can hire one for about $36 per day.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Melbourne to London Heathrow Airport flights?

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Heathrow 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 London Heathrow Airport?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to London Heathrow Airport (average of $1,037). Flying from Melbourne to London Heathrow Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,667). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hainan AirlinesCheapest$1,082Average$1,452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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Beijing Capital AirlinesCheapest$1,094Average$1,183FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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China SouthernCheapest$1,128Average$1,445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air ChinaCheapest$1,194Average$1,527FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapest$1,227Average$1,620FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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Air IndiaCheapest$1,285Average$1,728FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$1,299Average$1,617FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,377Average$1,993FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,396Average$1,568FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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China AirlinesCheapest$1,434Average$1,683FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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