Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Houston from $854

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 3/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — HOU
12 Feb — 19 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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 13 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,378

One-way from

$854

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,500
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 23/2-26/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 15m total
  • Melbourne to Houston
3/3
  • 3/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 49h 50m total
  • Melbourne to Houston
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($100 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($61 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026

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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 13 January 2026.

Mon 23/212:10
MEL
-
IAH
1 stop18h 55m
Air New Zealand
Thu 26/220:05
IAH
-
MEL
1 stop20h 20m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 12/1$1,378
Thu 26/208:10
MEL
-
IAH
2 stops25h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/317:25
IAH
-
MEL
2 stops29h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/1$1,419
Thu 28/512:10
MEL
-
IAH
1 stop19h 15m
Air New Zealand
Fri 12/621:55
IAH
-
MEL
1 stop22h 00m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 12/1$1,437
Mon 23/220:25
MEL
-
IAH
2 stops36h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 26/217:25
IAH
-
MEL
2 stops37h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/1$1,480
Thu 26/211:30
MEL
-
IAH
1 stop19h 08m
United Airlines
Thu 5/312:55
IAH
-
MEL
2 stops27h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 12/1$1,542
Mon 23/208:00
MEL
-
IAH
2 stops25h 24m
Air Canada
Thu 26/217:25
IAH
-
MEL
2 stops29h 10m
Air Canada
Deal found 11/1$1,975
Thu 28/506:00
MEL
-
IAH
2 stops24h 44m
Air Canada
Fri 12/616:45
IAH
-
MEL
2 stops27h 35m
Air Canada
Deal found 12/1$2,013
Mon 25/513:35
MEL
-
HOU
1 stop19h 18m
American Airlines
Sun 14/616:15
HOU
-
MEL
2 stops23h 30m
American Airlines
Deal found 12/1$2,041
Thu 28/509:00
MEL
-
HOU
2 stops21h 45m
American Airlines
Mon 15/616:15
HOU
-
MEL
1 stop21h 45m
American Airlines
Deal found 12/1$2,083
Mon 25/513:35
MEL
-
HOU
1 stop19h 18m
American Airlines
Fri 12/620:22
HOU
-
MEL
1 stop41h 38m
American Airlines
Deal found 12/1$2,115
Wed 27/510:00
MEL
-
HOU
2 stops26h 38m
Delta
Thu 11/613:00
HOU
-
MEL
2 stops51h 50m
Delta
Deal found 12/1$2,141
Thu 28/509:00
MEL
-
HOU
2 stops21h 45m
American Airlines
Fri 12/620:22
HOU
-
MEL
1 stop41h 38m
American Airlines
Deal found 12/1$2,159

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

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MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Mon 25/5

09:45-18:05

2 stops23h 20m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 15/6

07:00-05:00

1 stop31h 00m

$2,041

MelbourneHouston

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Tue 26/5

09:45-19:34

1 stop24h 49m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 15/6

06:06-05:00

1 stop31h 54m

$2,041

MelbourneHouston

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Mon 25/5

13:35-08:36

1 stop34h 01m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 14/6

16:18-06:45

2 stops23h 27m

$2,041

MelbourneHouston

MEL - HOU

MELHOU

Melbourne

Mon 25/5

13:35-17:53

1 stop19h 18m

Houston Hobby

Tue 9/6

16:15-06:45

2 stops23h 30m

$2,041

MelbourneHouston

MEL - HOU

MELHOU

Melbourne

Mon 25/5

13:35-17:53

1 stop19h 18m

Houston Hobby

Wed 10/6

09:33-06:45

2 stops30h 12m

$2,041

MelbourneHouston

MEL - HOU

MELHOU

Melbourne

Mon 25/5

13:35-17:53

1 stop19h 18m

Houston Hobby

Sun 14/6

16:15-06:45

2 stops23h 30m

$2,041

MelbourneHouston

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Wed 1/4

07:10-16:24

2 stops25h 14m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 30/4

11:50-11:35

3 stops32h 45m

$2,045

MelbourneHouston

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Wed 27/5

09:30-15:30

1 stop21h 00m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 10/6

20:10-07:30

1 stop20h 20m

$2,056

MelbourneHouston

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Tue 26/5

10:55-16:52

1 stop20h 57m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 14/6

18:05-08:15

1 stop23h 10m

$2,056

MelbourneHouston

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Tue 26/5

10:55-18:25

2 stops22h 30m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 15/6

16:30-08:15

2 stops24h 45m

$2,056

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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 9 January 2026.

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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Houston (average of $687). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Houston in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,558). 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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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 13 January 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.

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Houston?

    American Airlines, Air Canada, and United Airlines can get you from Melbourne Airport to Houston in just under 21h. Your travel time can differ by up to 4h 14m. There are 14474 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, Qantas Airways ($907), Air Canada ($1,161), and Air New Zealand ($1,399) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne Airport to Houston. Qantas Airways is 50% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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    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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Houston (average of $687). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Houston in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,558). 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$1,161Average$1,535FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,197Average$1,670FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,399Average$1,618FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,515Average$2,069FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,637Average$2,639FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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