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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Houston from $727

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 10/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — HOU
27 Apr — 4 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Houston

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Houston
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Houston. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 28 March 2026.

Wed 22/406:00
MEL
-
IAH
2 stops25h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 29/417:25
IAH
-
MEL
2 stops26h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/3$1,556
Wed 22/409:00
MEL
-
IAH
2 stops23h 23m
American Airlines
Wed 29/405:00
IAH
-
MEL
1 stop33h 00m
American Airlines
Deal found 24/3$1,710
Fri 7/806:00
MEL
-
IAH
2 stops24h 46m
Air Canada
Sat 15/816:45
IAH
-
MEL
2 stops27h 35m
Air Canada
Deal found 24/3$1,789
Sat 23/513:35
MEL
-
IAH
1 stop20h 30m
Qantas Airways
Fri 5/619:42
IAH
-
MEL
1 stop42h 18m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 24/3$1,808
Sat 23/513:35
MEL
-
HOU
1 stop19h 34m
Qantas Airways
Fri 5/620:23
HOU
-
MEL
1 stop41h 37m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 24/3$1,808
Fri 7/809:45
MEL
-
IAH
1 stop25h 15m
American Airlines
Sat 15/816:10
IAH
-
MEL
1 stop21h 50m
American Airlines
Deal found 24/3$1,812
Tue 19/509:45
MEL
-
IAH
1 stop20h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 26/516:21
IAH
-
MEL
2 stops28h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/3$1,882
Sat 23/509:45
MEL
-
IAH
1 stop20h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/616:21
IAH
-
MEL
2 stops28h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/3$1,885
Fri 24/409:45
MEL
-
IAH
1 stop39h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 1/522:15
IAH
-
MEL
2 stops46h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/3$1,916
Wed 22/420:30
MEL
-
IAH
2 stops34h 54m
Air Canada
Wed 29/411:50
IAH
-
MEL
3 stops32h 45m
Air Canada
Deal found 24/3$1,919
Sat 23/513:35
MEL
-
HOU
1 stop19h 34m
American Airlines
Sat 6/609:30
HOU
-
MEL
1 stop28h 30m
American Airlines
Deal found 26/3$2,073
Tue 19/509:45
MEL
-
HOU
2 stops25h 06m
American Airlines
Tue 26/520:23
HOU
-
MEL
1 stop41h 37m
American Airlines
Deal found 25/3$2,075

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Houston

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) to Houston (HO1). 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 28 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,556

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,491
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  • 4 total stops
  • 52h 19m total
  • Melbourne to Houston
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Houston 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 28 March 2026.
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MelbourneHouston

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Wed 22/4

09:30-18:02

1 stop23h 32m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 29/4

09:33-07:30

1 stop30h 57m

$1,690

MelbourneHouston

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Sat 23/5

13:35-19:05

1 stop20h 30m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 5/6

19:42-05:00

1 stop42h 18m

$1,808

MelbourneHouston

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Wed 22/4

20:30-16:24

2 stops34h 54m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 29/4

11:50-11:35

3 stops32h 45m

$1,919

MelbourneHouston

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Sat 23/5

09:45-15:12

1 stop20h 27m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 5/6

16:21-06:45

1 stop23h 24m

$1,970

MelbourneHouston

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Fri 24/4

09:30-18:09

1 stop23h 39m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 6/5

16:21-07:30

1 stop24h 09m

$2,002

MelbourneHouston

MEL - HOU

MELHOU

Melbourne

Sat 23/5

09:45-19:51

2 stops25h 06m

Houston Hobby

Fri 5/6

16:15-06:45

2 stops23h 30m

$2,105

MelbourneHouston

MEL - HOU

MELHOU

Melbourne

Sat 9/5

09:00-15:49

2 stops21h 49m

Houston Hobby

Sat 16/5

12:42-05:00

1 stop25h 18m

$2,118

MelbourneHouston

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Thu 14/5

06:00-18:51

2 stops27h 51m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 18/5

16:45-11:20

2 stops27h 35m

$2,292

MelbourneHouston

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Fri 7/8

12:10-20:49

2 stops23h 39m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 15/8

21:42-10:55

2 stops46h 13m

$2,326

MelbourneHouston

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Fri 22/5

06:00-06:24

2 stops39h 24m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 5/6

12:00-11:05

3 stops32h 05m

$2,353

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Houston

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Houston. Price data was last updated on 13 March 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne to Houston, you should look to book at least 65 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Houston (average of $1,071). Flying from Melbourne to Houston in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,510). 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 Houston?

Reviews of airlines servicing Houston

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Houston. 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 Houston. Reviews last updated 28 March 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand,Virgin Australia, andQantas Airways from Melbourne to Houston 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.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
621 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
621 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
621 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
449 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
621 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,013 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
621 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,501 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
621 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,853 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
621 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Houston. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne to Houston?

    Qantas Airways, Air Canada, and American Airlines can get you from Melbourne to Houston in just under 20h 30m. Your travel time can differ by up to 14h 24m. Melbourne and Houston are separated by a distance of 14474 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Currently priced at $579, American Airlines will fly you from Melbourne to Houston and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Air Canada and Qantas Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $916 and $1,348, respectively. American Airlines is 68% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Houston (average of $1,071). Flying from Melbourne to Houston in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,510). 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
Air CanadaCheapest$916Average$1,460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,298Average$1,713FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,363Average$1,575FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,390Average$2,043FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,594Average$2,619FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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