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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Houston from $809

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 15/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — HOU
9 Apr — 16 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 10 March 2026.

Mon 4/508:35
MEL
-
IAH
1 stop22h 50m
Air New Zealand
Sat 23/521:55
IAH
-
MEL
1 stop22h 00m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 8/3$1,435
Wed 22/410:00
MEL
-
HOU
2 stops28h 07m
Delta
Wed 29/410:53
HOU
-
MEL
2 stops29h 57m
Delta
Deal found 8/3$1,486
Sun 19/410:00
MEL
-
HOU
2 stops38h 58m
Delta
Sun 26/413:31
HOU
-
MEL
2 stops51h 19m
Delta
Deal found 6/3$1,536
Fri 24/410:00
MEL
-
IAH
2 stops24h 33m
Delta
Thu 7/519:22
IAH
-
MEL
2 stops45h 28m
Delta
Deal found 6/3$1,586
Fri 24/410:00
MEL
-
HOU
2 stops28h 07m
Delta
Thu 7/517:02
HOU
-
MEL
2 stops47h 48m
Delta
Deal found 6/3$1,586
Sun 15/312:00
MEL
-
IAH
2 stops28h 09m
United Airlines
Wed 25/314:50
IAH
-
MEL
2 stops25h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,623
Thu 14/509:45
MEL
-
IAH
1 stop24h 26m
Qantas Airways
Fri 22/516:17
IAH
-
MEL
2 stops23h 28m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 6/3$1,626
Thu 14/509:45
MEL
-
HOU
2 stops25h 06m
American Airlines
Fri 22/516:15
HOU
-
MEL
2 stops23h 30m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/3$1,627
Fri 24/410:00
MEL
-
HOU
2 stops28h 07m
Delta
Fri 1/510:53
HOU
-
MEL
2 stops29h 57m
Delta
Deal found 10/3$1,664
Thu 14/508:15
MEL
-
HOU
2 stops22h 34m
Qantas Airways
Fri 22/520:23
HOU
-
MEL
1 stop41h 37m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 6/3$1,671
Fri 24/413:35
MEL
-
HOU
1 stop21h 16m
American Airlines
Thu 7/512:42
HOU
-
MEL
2 stops27h 03m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/3$1,681
Fri 24/410:55
MEL
-
IAH
1 stop26h 57m
United Airlines
Thu 7/518:05
IAH
-
MEL
1 stop23h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/3$1,697

Find 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 10 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,435

One-way from

$809

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,462
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 4/5-23/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 50m total
  • Melbourne to Houston
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15/8
  • 15/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 36h 25m total
  • Melbourne to Houston
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($146 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($60 potential savings vs. average return price).
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MelbourneHouston

MEL - HOU

MELHOU

Melbourne

Sun 19/4

10:00-09:58

2 stops38h 58m

Houston Hobby

Sun 26/4

13:31-07:50

2 stops51h 19m

$1,536

MelbourneHouston

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Fri 24/4

10:00-14:24

1 stop19h 24m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 7/5

16:28-07:50

2 stops48h 22m

$1,586

MelbourneHouston

MEL - HOU

MELHOU

Melbourne

Fri 24/4

10:00-09:53

2 stops38h 53m

Houston Hobby

Thu 7/5

10:27-07:50

2 stops54h 23m

$1,586

MelbourneHouston

MEL - HOU

MELHOU

Melbourne

Fri 24/4

13:35-19:51

1 stop21h 16m

Houston Hobby

Thu 7/5

12:42-06:45

2 stops27h 03m

$1,681

MelbourneHouston

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Fri 24/4

10:55-22:52

1 stop26h 57m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 7/5

18:05-08:15

1 stop23h 10m

$1,697

MelbourneHouston

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Wed 24/6

10:00-17:47

2 stops22h 47m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 5/8

07:50-07:50

2 stops33h 00m

$1,758

MelbourneHouston

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Mon 4/5

08:35-20:42

2 stops27h 07m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 23/5

21:55-10:55

1 stop22h 00m

$1,928

MelbourneHouston

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Fri 7/8

08:35-22:52

2 stops29h 17m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 15/8

21:55-10:55

1 stop22h 00m

$1,986

MelbourneHouston

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Fri 7/8

09:30-00:50

1 stop30h 20m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 15/8

22:09-08:15

1 stop43h 06m

$2,262

MelbourneHouston

MEL - HOU

MELHOU

Melbourne

Thu 23/4

07:45-15:48

2 stops23h 03m

Houston Hobby

Thu 30/4

20:21-05:00

1 stop41h 39m

$2,576

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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 6 March 2026.

Booking 65 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Houston (average of $1,051). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Houston in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,481). 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 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 10 March 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air New Zealand,Virgin Australia, andQantas Airways 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.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
610 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

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
610 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
610 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

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
446 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
610 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

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
1,002 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
610 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

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
9,413 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
610 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

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
10,800 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
610 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

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 Airport to Houston?

    Delta, American Airlines, and United Airlines can get you from Melbourne Airport to Houston in just under 21h 16m. Your travel time can differ by up to 17h 42m. 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 ($1,108), Qantas Airways ($1,273), and Air New Zealand ($1,338) 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Houston (average of $1,051). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Houston in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,481). 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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Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Houston. 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 10 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$1,108Average$1,457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,273Average$1,672FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,338Average$1,544FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,363Average$1,996FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,563Average$2,460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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