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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Houston from $812

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 12/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — HOU
9 Jul — 16 Jul1
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 (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 4 July 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,564

One-way from

$812

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,453
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 17/8-24/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 35m total
  • Melbourne to Houston
12/11
  • 12/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 04m total
  • Melbourne to Houston
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($396 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($120 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 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 4 July 2025.

Sun 17/808:35MEL - IAH
1 stop22h 40mAir New Zealand
Sun 24/821:55IAH - MEL
1 stop21h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 3/7$1,564
Fri 17/1007:10MEL - IAH
2 stops24h 32mAir Canada
Wed 22/1016:50IAH - MEL
2 stops27h 45mAir Canada
Deal found 2/7$1,616
Sun 17/809:45MEL - IAH
2 stops22h 59mAmerican Airlines
Sun 24/809:01IAH - MEL
1 stop28h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/7$1,744
Fri 1/809:45MEL - HOU
2 stops23h 14mBritish Airways
Fri 8/816:20HOU - MEL
2 stops23h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 2/7$1,745
Sun 17/815:05MEL - HOU
1 stop19h 50mAmerican Airlines
Sun 24/810:14HOU - MEL
1 stop27h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/7$1,751
Sat 16/800:30MEL - IAH
3 stops43h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 24/811:35IAH - MEL
2 stops35h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7$1,999
Sat 29/1113:00MEL - IAH
2 stops27h 59mUnited Airlines
Thu 15/109:40IAH - MEL
2 stops31h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/7$2,231
Thu 16/1000:35MEL - IAH
2 stops33h 35mSingapore Airlines
Wed 22/1019:10IAH - MEL
2 stops42h 10mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 2/7$2,466
Wed 13/809:15MEL - HOU
2 stops21h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 19/816:20HOU - MEL
3 stops26h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/7$5,821
Wed 2/722:45MEL - HOU
2 stops54h 13mQatar Airways
Sat 19/720:23HOU - MEL
2 stops35h 47mQatar Airways
Deal found 2/7$7,478
Fri 29/807:15MEL - HOU
2 stops23h 35mQantas Airways
Fri 19/918:44HOU - MEL
2 stops25h 21mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/7$19,833

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Depart

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Price

MelbourneHouston

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Sun 17/8

08:35-16:15

1 stop22h 40m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 24/8

21:55-10:50

1 stop21h 55m

$1,564

MelbourneHouston

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Fri 17/10

07:10-15:42

2 stops24h 32m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 22/10

16:50-12:35

2 stops27h 45m

$1,616

MelbourneHouston

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Sun 17/8

09:45-17:44

2 stops22h 59m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 24/8

09:01-05:00

1 stop28h 59m

$1,744

MelbourneHouston

MEL - HOU

MELHOU

Melbourne

Fri 1/8

09:45-17:59

2 stops23h 14m

Houston Hobby

Fri 8/8

16:20-06:45

2 stops23h 25m

$1,745

MelbourneHouston

MEL - HOU

MELHOU

Melbourne

Sun 17/8

15:05-19:55

1 stop19h 50m

Houston Hobby

Sun 24/8

10:14-05:00

1 stop27h 46m

$1,751

MelbourneHouston

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Sat 16/8

00:30-05:00

3 stops43h 30m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 24/8

11:35-13:35

2 stops35h 00m

$1,999

MelbourneHouston

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Sat 29/11

13:00-23:59

2 stops27h 59m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 15/1

09:40-10:00

2 stops31h 20m

$2,231

MelbourneHouston

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Thu 16/10

00:35-18:10

2 stops33h 35m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 22/10

19:10-05:20

2 stops42h 10m

$2,466

MelbourneHouston

MEL - HOU

MELHOU

Melbourne

Wed 13/8

09:15-15:50

2 stops21h 35m

Houston Hobby

Tue 19/8

16:20-09:20

3 stops26h 00m

$5,821

MelbourneHouston

MEL - HOU

MELHOU

Melbourne

Fri 29/8

07:15-15:50

2 stops23h 35m

Houston Hobby

Fri 19/9

18:44-11:05

2 stops25h 21m

$19,833

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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 27 June 2025.

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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Houston (average of $1,049). Flying from Melbourne to Houston in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,666). 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 4 July 2025.

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

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Houston. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne 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 4 July 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Delta, andAir New Zealand 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.

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
8.0
Very Good

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Related info for your journey

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

    Currently priced at $1,564, Air New Zealand will fly you from Melbourne to Houston and back. In addition to Air New Zealand, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Air Canada and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,616 and $1,744, respectively. Air New Zealand is 21% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne to Houston one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for American Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $1,047. Users have also found prices from $1,350 and $1,599 on Air Canada and United Airlines, respectively.

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Houston (average of $1,049). Flying from Melbourne to Houston in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,666). 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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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$925Average$1,581FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,185Average$1,805FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,344Average$1,660FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,351Average$2,602FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,425Average$2,072FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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