Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Houston from $956

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 16/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — HOU
3 Sep — 10 Sep1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Houston are usually found in February or March, booked 23 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Houston

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) 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 29 August 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,265

One-way from

$956

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,714
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 24/9-15/10
  • 4 total stops
  • 47h 18m total
  • Melbourne to Houston
16/11
  • 16/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 19m total
  • Melbourne to Houston
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($296 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($74 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Houston

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 29 August 2025.

Wed 24/909:30MEL - IAH
2 stops22h 28mUnited Airlines
Wed 15/1016:25IAH - MEL
2 stops24h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 27/8$1,265
Sat 18/1009:45MEL - IAH
2 stops25h 18mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/1118:23IAH - MEL
1 stop42h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 28/8$1,323
Sun 12/1011:55MEL - IAH
1 stop29h 02mUnited Airlines
Sun 19/1018:05IAH - MEL
1 stop23h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 28/8$1,340
Sat 18/1011:55MEL - IAH
2 stops24h 15mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/1114:20IAH - MEL
2 stops26h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 27/8$1,413
Wed 24/910:55MEL - IAH
1 stop24h 49mVirgin Australia
Wed 15/1012:05IAH - MEL
1 stop28h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 27/8$1,568
Sun 30/1118:50MEL - IAH
2 stops38h 34mAir Canada
Fri 16/117:25IAH - MEL
2 stops48h 10mAir Canada
Deal found 27/8$1,596
Wed 24/906:00MEL - IAH
2 stops24h 42mAir Canada
Thu 9/1016:50IAH - MEL
2 stops27h 45mAir Canada
Deal found 28/8$1,612
Fri 17/1006:40MEL - IAH
2 stops25h 02mAir Canada
Wed 22/1016:50IAH - MEL
2 stops27h 15mAir Canada
Deal found 27/8$1,706
Mon 13/1009:45MEL - HOU
2 stops22h 26mAmerican Airlines
Mon 20/1016:41HOU - MEL
1 stop20h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 29/8$2,449
Sat 11/1009:45MEL - HOU
2 stops24h 22mAmerican Airlines
Sat 18/1014:24HOU - MEL
2 stops24h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 27/8$2,653
Mon 20/1009:45MEL - HOU
2 stops22h 26mAmerican Airlines
Fri 24/1014:24HOU - MEL
2 stops24h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 27/8$2,728
Sun 12/1009:45MEL - HOU
2 stops22h 26mAmerican Airlines
Sun 19/1016:41HOU - MEL
1 stop20h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 27/8$3,127

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MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Wed 24/9

10:55-19:05

2 stops23h 10m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 15/10

19:55-08:30

1 stop20h 35m

$1,265

MelbourneHouston

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Thu 25/9

10:55-18:43

2 stops22h 48m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 15/10

15:37-08:30

2 stops24h 53m

$1,265

MelbourneHouston

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Sat 18/10

09:45-19:03

2 stops25h 18m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 1/11

18:23-05:00

1 stop42h 37m

$1,323

MelbourneHouston

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Sun 12/10

11:55-20:41

1 stop24h 46m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 19/10

10:13-09:15

2 stops31h 02m

$1,340

MelbourneHouston

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Sat 18/10

11:55-18:56

1 stop23h 01m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 1/11

21:52-10:00

1 stop44h 08m

$1,340

MelbourneHouston

MEL - HOU

MELHOU

Melbourne

Mon 13/10

09:45-16:11

2 stops22h 26m

Houston Hobby

Mon 20/10

16:41-05:00

1 stop20h 19m

$2,449

MelbourneHouston

MEL - HOU

MELHOU

Melbourne

Thu 19/2

12:00-20:03

2 stops25h 03m

Houston Hobby

Mon 23/2

06:04-05:00

1 stop29h 56m

$2,632

MelbourneHouston

MEL - HOU

MELHOU

Melbourne

Sat 11/10

09:45-18:07

2 stops24h 22m

Houston Hobby

Sat 18/10

14:24-06:45

2 stops24h 21m

$2,653

MelbourneHouston

MEL - HOU

MELHOU

Melbourne

Mon 20/10

09:45-16:11

2 stops22h 26m

Houston Hobby

Fri 24/10

14:24-06:45

2 stops24h 21m

$2,728

MelbourneHouston

MEL - HOU

MELHOU

Melbourne

Sun 12/10

09:45-16:11

2 stops22h 26m

Houston Hobby

Sun 19/10

16:41-05:00

1 stop20h 19m

$3,127

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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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 Airport to Houston

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport 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 22 August 2025.

Booking 23 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Houston. 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 Airport to Houston?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Houston (average of $1,049). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Houston in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,599). 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 HOU?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Houston. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 29 August 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 14% on flights from Melbourne Airport to Houston by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Houston. Price data was last updated on 20 October 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne Airport to Houston flight should consider departing on Sunday mornings 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.

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 29 August 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, andVirgin Australia from Melbourne Airport to Houston by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,July 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,July 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,July 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,July 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,July 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,July 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

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 Airport to Houston?

    United Airlines and American Airlines can get you from Melbourne Airport to Houston in just under 22h 26m. Your travel time can differ by up to 44m. There are 14465 km between Melbourne Airport and Houston. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    According to our current data, Air Canada ($1,193), Qantas Airways ($1,231), and American Airlines ($1,303) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne Airport to Houston. Air Canada is 38% 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 Airport to Houston?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Houston (average of $1,049). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Houston in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,599). 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 6 airlines flying from Melbourne to Houston

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$1,193Average$1,695FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,231Average$1,678FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,303Average$2,034FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,383Average$1,660FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,495Average$2,119FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$2,032Average$2,649FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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