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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Japan from $328

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 14/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — FUK
20 Mar — 27 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Japan
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Japan. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 February 2026.

Fri 15/510:20
MEL
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HND
2 stops28h 40m
China Southern
Fri 22/515:45
HND
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MEL
2 stops26h 35m
China Southern
Deal found 17/2$596
Mon 25/510:20
MEL
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NRT
2 stops28h 00m
China Southern
Mon 1/613:50
NRT
-
MEL
2 stops28h 30m
China Southern
Deal found 16/2$599
Wed 17/621:45
MEL
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HND
1 stop25h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 6/902:15
HND
-
MEL
1 stop17h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/2$599
Mon 15/610:20
MEL
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NRT
2 stops28h 00m
China Southern
Sun 28/613:25
NRT
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MEL
2 stops28h 55m
China Southern
Deal found 17/2$600
Thu 21/510:20
MEL
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NRT
2 stops26h 50m
China Southern
Sun 31/513:25
NRT
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MEL
2 stops28h 55m
China Southern
Deal found 16/2$603
Thu 14/521:45
MEL
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HND
1 stop25h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 26/515:45
HND
-
MEL
2 stops26h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/2$603
Fri 12/610:20
MEL
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HND
1 stop29h 00m
China Southern
Fri 19/610:45
HND
-
MEL
1 stop31h 35m
China Southern
Deal found 15/2$606
Thu 4/611:35
MEL
-
NRT
1 stop27h 10m
XiamenAir
Sat 13/614:55
NRT
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MEL
1 stop17h 40m
XiamenAir
Deal found 14/2$607
Thu 21/510:20
MEL
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HND
1 stop29h 00m
China Southern
Sun 31/510:45
HND
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MEL
1 stop31h 35m
China Southern
Deal found 18/2$607
Tue 28/411:35
MEL
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NRT
1 stop27h 10m
XiamenAir
Wed 20/514:55
NRT
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MEL
1 stop17h 40m
XiamenAir
Deal found 15/2$609
Sun 10/521:00
MEL
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HND
1 stop23h 45m
China Southern
Sat 16/515:40
HND
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MEL
1 stop26h 40m
China Southern
Deal found 18/2$609
Tue 3/312:25
MEL
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NRT
1 stop27h 00m
XiamenAir
Fri 6/314:25
NRT
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MEL
1 stop18h 00m
XiamenAir
Deal found 17/2$610

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Japan

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Melbourne to Japan flight deals. Data was last updated 18 February 2026.

Round-trip from

$596

One-way from

$328

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$991
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 15/5-22/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 55h 15m total
  • Melbourne to Japan
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Shenzhen Airlines
  • Shenzhen Airlines
  • 14/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 21h 40m total
  • Melbourne to Japan
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($91 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($44 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Japan that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 18 February 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne to Japan that are best for you.

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MelbourneOsaka

MEL - KIX

MELKIX

Melbourne

Sun 17/5

21:20-14:05

1 stop17h 45m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Thu 21/5

15:05-12:00

1 stop19h 55m

$641

MelbourneTokyo

MEL - HND

MELHND

Melbourne

Mon 13/4

10:20-14:00

2 stops28h 40m

Tokyo Haneda

Tue 21/4

15:45-19:20

2 stops26h 35m

$655

MelbourneTokyo

MEL - NRT

MELNRT

Melbourne

Thu 5/3

13:00-13:25

1 stop26h 25m

Tokyo Narita

Thu 12/3

20:20-11:30

1 stop37h 10m

$689

MelbourneTokyo

AVV - HND

AVVHND

Melbourne Avalon

Sat 16/5

10:30-19:45

2 stops34h 15m

Tokyo Haneda

Sun 24/5

10:45-22:50

2 stops35h 05m

$728

MelbourneTokyo

MEL - NRT

MELNRT

Melbourne

Thu 5/3

21:40-15:10

1 stop19h 30m

Tokyo Narita

Thu 12/3

16:40-14:30

1 stop19h 50m

$730

MelbourneTokyo

MEL - NRT

MELNRT

Melbourne

Tue 14/4

21:20-18:00

1 stop21h 40m

Tokyo Narita

Thu 23/4

11:10-23:05

1 stop34h 55m

$784

MelbourneTokyo

MEL - NRT

MELNRT

Melbourne

Thu 5/3

21:40-15:10

1 stop19h 30m

Tokyo Narita

Sat 7/3

14:25-10:25

1 stop18h 00m

$786

MelbourneFukuoka

MEL - FUK

MELFUK

Melbourne

Tue 14/4

21:30-17:15

1 stop20h 45m

Fukuoka

Sat 23/5

13:55-09:00

1 stop18h 05m

$788

MelbourneOsaka

MEL - KIX

MELKIX

Melbourne

Fri 22/5

21:20-14:05

1 stop17h 45m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Sat 6/6

15:30-22:35

2 stops30h 05m

$803

MelbourneTokyo

MEL - NRT

MELNRT

Melbourne

Fri 24/4

08:00-12:05

1 stop29h 05m

Tokyo Narita

Tue 28/4

13:20-06:00

1 stop15h 40m

$804

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Japan

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne to Japan

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Japan (average of $88). Flying from Melbourne to Japan in December is currently the most expensive (average of $890). 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 JP?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Japan. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 18 February 2026.

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

How often are flights from Melbourne to Japan delayed?

About 25% of weekly flights between Melbourne and Japan have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 130 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to Japan flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Melbourne to Japan flights?

Over the past year, Japan Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 20% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Japan

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Japan. 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 Japan. Reviews last updated 18 February 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Cathay Pacific, Qantas Airways, andChina Southern from Melbourne to Japan. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,170 reviews
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Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.6

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Robert,Feb 2026

CTS - AKL

Upgrade to Premium Economy was a delightful and unexpected surprise. Highlight of our holiday.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,170 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,170 reviews
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Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.6

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Robert,Feb 2026

CTS - AKL

Upgrade to Premium Economy was a delightful and unexpected surprise. Highlight of our holiday.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
992 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,170 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.6

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Robert,Feb 2026

CTS - AKL

Upgrade to Premium Economy was a delightful and unexpected surprise. Highlight of our holiday.
China Southern
7.3
Good
137 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,170 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.6

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Robert,Feb 2026

CTS - AKL

Upgrade to Premium Economy was a delightful and unexpected surprise. Highlight of our holiday.
Philippine Airlines
7.2
Good
956 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,170 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.6

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Robert,Feb 2026

CTS - AKL

Upgrade to Premium Economy was a delightful and unexpected surprise. Highlight of our holiday.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
193 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,170 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.6

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Robert,Feb 2026

CTS - AKL

Upgrade to Premium Economy was a delightful and unexpected surprise. Highlight of our holiday.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Japan. 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 to Japan?

    China Southern, Hong Kong Airlines, and Sichuan Airlines can get you from Melbourne to Japan in just under 19h 30m. Your travel time can differ by up to 9h 10m. Airlines will cover a distance of 8172 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Melbourne to Japan are Cebu Pacific ($267), Air China ($269), and Scoot ($290).

  • What are the most popular routes from Melbourne to Japan?

    Most travellers choose Melbourne - Tokyo Narita, Melbourne - Tokyo Haneda or Melbourne Avalon - Tokyo Narita when deciding on the best route from Melbourne to Japan.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Japan that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to Japan flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Japan?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to Japan.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Japan?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Japan 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 Japan?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Japan (average of $88). Flying from Melbourne to Japan in December is currently the most expensive (average of $890). 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 10 airlines flying from Melbourne to Japan

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Japan. 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 18 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
ScootCheapest$350Average$709FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Cebu PacificCheapest$406Average$821FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time64%
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Juneyao AirlinesCheapest$416Average$700FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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China SouthernCheapest$489Average$705FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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JetstarCheapest$529Average$1,062FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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China EasternCheapest$558Average$909FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Vietnam AirlinesCheapest$574Average$859FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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XiamenAirCheapest$614Average$913FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapest$616Average$718FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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China AirlinesCheapest$667Average$1,022FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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