Cheap flights from Melbourne to Japan from $327

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 12/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — FUK
15 Mar — 22 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Japan

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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 13 February 2026.

Wed 6/521:45
MEL
-
HND
1 stop25h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 28/502:15
HND
-
MEL
1 stop17h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/2$589
Mon 1/610:20
MEL
-
NRT
2 stops28h 00m
China Southern
Mon 15/613:50
NRT
-
MEL
2 stops28h 30m
China Southern
Deal found 10/2$590
Tue 29/910:20
MEL
-
NRT
2 stops26h 50m
China Southern
Wed 14/1014:35
NRT
-
MEL
1 stop27h 45m
China Southern
Deal found 9/2$592
Tue 12/510:20
MEL
-
HND
2 stops28h 40m
China Southern
Thu 21/510:45
HND
-
MEL
1 stop31h 35m
China Southern
Deal found 11/2$592
Mon 1/621:00
MEL
-
NRT
2 stops40h 10m
China Southern
Sun 7/614:35
NRT
-
MEL
1 stop27h 45m
China Southern
Deal found 12/2$593
Fri 15/510:20
MEL
-
HND
2 stops28h 40m
China Southern
Thu 21/510:45
HND
-
MEL
1 stop31h 35m
China Southern
Deal found 10/2$594
Tue 29/910:20
MEL
-
HND
2 stops28h 40m
China Southern
Wed 14/1015:40
HND
-
MEL
1 stop26h 40m
China Southern
Deal found 12/2$596
Sat 30/510:20
MEL
-
NRT
2 stops26h 50m
China Southern
Mon 8/613:50
NRT
-
MEL
2 stops28h 30m
China Southern
Deal found 12/2$597
Fri 22/510:20
MEL
-
HND
2 stops28h 40m
China Southern
Fri 12/615:45
HND
-
MEL
2 stops26h 35m
China Southern
Deal found 10/2$599
Sun 7/610:20
MEL
-
HND
1 stop34h 25m
China Southern
Sat 13/610:45
HND
-
MEL
1 stop31h 35m
China Southern
Deal found 13/2$602
Tue 12/511:35
MEL
-
NRT
1 stop27h 10m
XiamenAir
Thu 14/514:55
NRT
-
MEL
1 stop17h 40m
XiamenAir
Deal found 10/2$603
Tue 12/511:35
MEL
-
NRT
1 stop27h 10m
XiamenAir
Sat 16/514:55
NRT
-
MEL
1 stop17h 40m
XiamenAir
Deal found 11/2$604

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 13 February 2026.

Round-trip from

$589

One-way from

$327

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$985
Scoot
  • Scoot
  • 6/5-27/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 58h 20m total
  • Melbourne to Japan
12/5
  • 12/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 05m total
  • Melbourne to Japan
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($90 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($43 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2026

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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 13 February 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne to Japan that are best for you.

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Melbourne

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Japan

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneOsaka

MEL - KIX

MELKIX

Melbourne

Mon 13/4

07:00-09:50

1 stop27h 50m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Fri 17/4

11:05-05:30

1 stop17h 25m

$645

MelbourneTokyo

AVV - HND

AVVHND

Melbourne Avalon

Mon 11/5

14:55-22:35

2 stops32h 40m

Tokyo Haneda

Sun 17/5

23:50-22:50

2 stops22h 00m

$752

MelbourneNagoya

MEL - NGO

MELNGO

Melbourne

Tue 26/5

21:30-16:00

1 stop19h 30m

Nagoya Chubu Centrair Intl

Thu 18/6

17:00-09:00

1 stop15h 00m

$798

MelbourneOsaka

MEL - KIX

MELKIX

Melbourne

Fri 8/5

08:00-21:10

1 stop14h 10m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Fri 15/5

22:25-06:00

1 stop30h 35m

$800

MelbourneFukuoka

MEL - FUK

MELFUK

Melbourne

Tue 10/3

13:00-13:55

1 stop26h 55m

Fukuoka

Fri 13/3

14:55-11:30

1 stop18h 35m

$800

MelbourneOsaka

MEL - KIX

MELKIX

Melbourne

Sun 10/5

08:00-11:40

1 stop28h 40m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Wed 13/5

22:25-06:00

1 stop30h 35m

$800

MelbourneNagoya

MEL - NGO

MELNGO

Melbourne

Wed 6/5

11:00-12:35

1 stop26h 35m

Nagoya Chubu Centrair Intl

Sat 23/5

13:35-09:00

1 stop18h 25m

$801

MelbourneOsaka

MEL - KIX

MELKIX

Melbourne

Sun 17/5

08:00-21:10

1 stop14h 10m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Thu 21/5

12:55-06:00

1 stop16h 05m

$801

MelbourneTokyo

AVV - HND

AVVHND

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 9/6

14:55-22:35

2 stops32h 40m

Tokyo Haneda

Mon 15/6

02:15-22:50

2 stops19h 35m

$804

MelbourneSapporo

MEL - CTS

MELCTS

Melbourne

Tue 12/5

12:00-14:50

1 stop27h 50m

Sapporo Chitose

Wed 27/5

15:50-10:30

1 stop17h 40m

$828

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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 $87). Flying from Melbourne to Japan in December is currently the most expensive (average of $884). 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 13 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 132 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 13 February 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Cathay Pacific, Qantas Airways, andPhilippine Airlines 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.

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.3

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jan 2026

HKG - CTS

I went to sleep without dinner, woke up about 4 hours before landing. I asked for breakfast, waited for an hour, nothing, I asked again, still nothing after 15 minutes. I then asked for coffee, when the coffee came after half an hour, it was cold. Crew manager apologised.

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.3

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jan 2026

HKG - CTS

I went to sleep without dinner, woke up about 4 hours before landing. I asked for breakfast, waited for an hour, nothing, I asked again, still nothing after 15 minutes. I then asked for coffee, when the coffee came after half an hour, it was cold. Crew manager apologised.

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.3

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jan 2026

HKG - CTS

I went to sleep without dinner, woke up about 4 hours before landing. I asked for breakfast, waited for an hour, nothing, I asked again, still nothing after 15 minutes. I then asked for coffee, when the coffee came after half an hour, it was cold. Crew manager apologised.

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.3

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jan 2026

HKG - CTS

I went to sleep without dinner, woke up about 4 hours before landing. I asked for breakfast, waited for an hour, nothing, I asked again, still nothing after 15 minutes. I then asked for coffee, when the coffee came after half an hour, it was cold. Crew manager apologised.

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.3

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jan 2026

HKG - CTS

I went to sleep without dinner, woke up about 4 hours before landing. I asked for breakfast, waited for an hour, nothing, I asked again, still nothing after 15 minutes. I then asked for coffee, when the coffee came after half an hour, it was cold. Crew manager apologised.

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.3

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jan 2026

HKG - CTS

I went to sleep without dinner, woke up about 4 hours before landing. I asked for breakfast, waited for an hour, nothing, I asked again, still nothing after 15 minutes. I then asked for coffee, when the coffee came after half an hour, it was cold. Crew manager apologised.

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?

    AirAsia X, China Eastern, and Juneyao Airlines can get you from Melbourne to Japan in just under 14h 10m. Your travel time can differ by up to 13h 40m. Airlines will cover a distance of 8072 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 ($265), Air China ($267), and Scoot ($288).

  • What are the most popular routes 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 $87). Flying from Melbourne to Japan in December is currently the most expensive (average of $884). 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
ScootCheapest$348Average$706FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Cebu PacificCheapest$403Average$815FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time64%
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Juneyao AirlinesCheapest$414Average$695FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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China SouthernCheapest$495Average$697FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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JetstarCheapest$525Average$1,063FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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China EasternCheapest$554Average$910FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Vietnam AirlinesCheapest$570Average$854FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapest$601Average$709FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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XiamenAirCheapest$609Average$912FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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Philippine AirlinesCheapest$660Average$896FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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