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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Houston from $999

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 25/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — HOU
25 Mar — 1 Apr1
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 23 February 2026.

Tue 12/510:55
MEL
-
IAH
2 stops24h 47m
United Airlines
Sat 30/522:09
IAH
-
MEL
1 stop43h 06m
United Airlines
Deal found 21/2$1,388
Wed 4/310:10
MEL
-
IAH
1 stop21h 01m
Delta
Mon 8/606:30
IAH
-
MEL
1 stop34h 20m
Delta
Deal found 20/2$1,398
Wed 4/310:10
MEL
-
HOU
2 stops40h 51m
Delta
Mon 8/613:00
HOU
-
MEL
2 stops27h 50m
Delta
Deal found 20/2$1,398
Tue 17/321:00
MEL
-
IAH
3 stops40h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 15/916:45
IAH
-
MEL
2 stops27h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/2$1,408
Fri 6/313:00
MEL
-
IAH
1 stop26h 43m
United Airlines
Mon 1/619:35
IAH
-
MEL
1 stop21h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 20/2$1,438
Sun 1/310:10
MEL
-
IAH
1 stop21h 01m
Delta
Mon 8/616:00
IAH
-
MEL
1 stop24h 50m
Delta
Deal found 20/2$1,447
Thu 5/312:00
MEL
-
IAH
1 stop24h 11m
Qantas Airways
Mon 8/614:04
IAH
-
MEL
1 stop23h 56m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 20/2$1,453
Wed 4/316:05
MEL
-
HOU
1 stop20h 45m
Qantas Airways
Mon 8/616:15
HOU
-
MEL
1 stop21h 45m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 20/2$1,453
Wed 4/312:00
MEL
-
IAH
2 stops22h 46m
Qantas Airways
Wed 3/616:17
IAH
-
MEL
2 stops23h 28m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 20/2$1,460
Wed 4/316:05
MEL
-
HOU
1 stop20h 45m
American Airlines
Mon 8/616:15
HOU
-
MEL
2 stops23h 30m
American Airlines
Deal found 20/2$1,462
Wed 4/310:10
MEL
-
IAH
1 stop21h 01m
Delta
Fri 5/612:19
IAH
-
MEL
2 stops28h 31m
Delta
Deal found 20/2$1,467
Tue 17/312:00
MEL
-
IAH
1 stop23h 11m
Qantas Airways
Tue 15/920:12
IAH
-
MEL
1 stop43h 33m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 23/2$1,477

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 23 February 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,388

One-way from

$999

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,596
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 12/5-27/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 45h 44m total
  • Melbourne to Houston
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25/3
  • 25/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 51h 49m total
  • Melbourne to Houston
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($200 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($72 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 23 February 2026.
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MelbourneHouston

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Thu 5/3

11:30-16:58

2 stops22h 28m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 3/6

20:15-07:30

1 stop20h 15m

$1,388

MelbourneHouston

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Fri 22/5

09:30-19:10

2 stops24h 40m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 20/6

22:09-08:15

1 stop43h 06m

$1,438

MelbourneHouston

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Fri 6/3

10:10-14:11

1 stop21h 01m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 3/6

12:19-07:50

2 stops28h 31m

$1,447

MelbourneHouston

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Fri 6/3

10:10-00:11

2 stops31h 01m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 8/6

11:50-07:50

2 stops29h 00m

$1,467

MelbourneHouston

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Tue 17/3

12:00-19:11

1 stop23h 11m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 15/9

20:12-06:45

1 stop43h 33m

$1,477

MelbourneHouston

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Sat 16/5

10:55-16:55

1 stop21h 00m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 28/5

19:35-08:15

1 stop21h 40m

$1,487

MelbourneHouston

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Tue 17/3

12:00-17:56

2 stops21h 56m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 15/9

20:31-10:35

2 stops23h 04m

$1,501

MelbourneHouston

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Fri 13/3

09:10-23:59

2 stops30h 49m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 27/3

07:00-08:50

2 stops33h 50m

$1,504

MelbourneHouston

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Sat 8/8

10:55-22:52

1 stop26h 57m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 6/1

14:30-09:30

1 stop26h 00m

$1,737

MelbourneHouston

MEL - HOU

MELHOU

Melbourne

Fri 6/3

10:10-22:28

2 stops29h 18m

Houston Hobby

Mon 8/6

13:00-07:50

2 stops27h 50m

$1,770

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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 20 February 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne to Houston, you should look to book at least 23 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Houston (average of $650). Flying from Melbourne to Houston in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,467). 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.

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 23 February 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
597 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
597 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
597 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
443 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
597 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
996 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
597 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,342 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
597 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,739 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
597 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.

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?

    United Airlines, Delta, and Qantas Airways can get you from Melbourne to Houston in just under 21h 01m. Your travel time can differ by up to 3h 39m. 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 $623, Qantas Airways will fly you from Melbourne to Houston and back. In addition to Qantas Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Air Canada and Air New Zealand - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,098 and $1,323, respectively. Qantas Airways is 64% 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Houston (average of $650). Flying from Melbourne to Houston in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,467). 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
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$623Average$1,641FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,098Average$1,444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,323Average$1,531FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,350Average$1,971FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,549Average$2,438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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