How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Houston?

Air New Zealand, United Airlines, and Air Canada can get you from Melbourne Airport to Houston in just under 37h 15m. Your travel time can differ by up to 5h 22m. 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, American Airlines ($560), United Airlines ($1,284), and Qantas Airways ($1,321) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne Airport to Houston. American Airlines is 66% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Houston ranges from 81.0 - 150.0 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 150.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Houston when rainfall is around 81.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Houston, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 29.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 12.0 C).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Melbourne Airport to Houston?

The most popular airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Houston are Air New Zealand, United Airlines and Qantas Airways. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MEL to HOU?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Melbourne Airport to Houston as you normally would.

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?

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Houston (average of $1,480). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Houston in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,137). 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?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.

Melbourne Airport to Houston flights typically cost between $1,003 and $1,758 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $1,340 on Air Canada (7 Oct–19 Oct).

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

Booking 90 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Houston

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air New Zealand,Qantas Airways, andUnited Airlines 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.

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All good. Problem was delay caused by weather in Houston creating anxiety about my AirNZ connection. Nothing that United could do about that, and in fairness th captain kept us very well informed

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Anonymous,Aug 2026

FLL - IAH

All good. Problem was delay caused by weather in Houston creating anxiety about my AirNZ connection. Nothing that United could do about that, and in fairness th captain kept us very well informed

Qantas Airways

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Anonymous,Aug 2026

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All good. Problem was delay caused by weather in Houston creating anxiety about my AirNZ connection. Nothing that United could do about that, and in fairness th captain kept us very well informed

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Anonymous,Aug 2026

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All good. Problem was delay caused by weather in Houston creating anxiety about my AirNZ connection. Nothing that United could do about that, and in fairness th captain kept us very well informed

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FLL - IAH

All good. Problem was delay caused by weather in Houston creating anxiety about my AirNZ connection. Nothing that United could do about that, and in fairness th captain kept us very well informed

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How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Houston?
Air New Zealand, United Airlines, and Air Canada can get you from Melbourne Airport to Houston in just under 37h 15m. Your travel time can differ by up to 5h 22m. 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, American Airlines ($560), United Airlines ($1,284), and Qantas Airways ($1,321) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne Airport to Houston. American Airlines is 66% 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Houston (average of $1,480). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Houston in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,137). 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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American Airlines	Cheapest$560	Average$1,546	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	Cheapest$1,284	Average$1,877	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%	Search United Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	Cheapest$1,321	Average$1,644	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Qantas Airways flights
Air New Zealand	Cheapest$1,353	Average$1,760	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%	Search Air New Zealand flights

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Melbourne Airport to Houston flights typically cost between $1,003 and $1,758 in October.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $1,340 on Air Canada (7 Oct–19 Oct).

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

Booking 90 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Houston

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Melbourne Airport to Houston flights typically cost between $1,003 and $1,758 in October.
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