How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Japan?

Departing from Melbourne Airport to Japan will take you 20h 35m. Airlines will cover a distance of 7319 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with AirAsia X, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $210. Air China flights start at $266 while deals on Sichuan Airlines start at $294 one-way.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Japan ranges from 50.0 - 210.0 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 210.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Japan when rainfall is around 50.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Japan, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 6.0 C).

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

The most popular flight routes from Melbourne Airport to Japan are Melbourne - Tokyo Narita, Melbourne - Tokyo Haneda and Melbourne - Osaka Kansai Intl.

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

Qantas Airways, China Eastern and China Southern are the most popular airlines when flying from Melbourne Airport 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.

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Round-trip from	$769
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Popular in	December
Cheapest in	November
Average price	$1,285
Good round-trip deal	$1,654 or less
Good one-way deal	$1,134 or less

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MEL Melbourne - KIX Osaka Kansai Intl

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MEL Melbourne - KIX Osaka Kansai Intl

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MEL Melbourne - CTS Sapporo Chitose

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13:00-14:55

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MEL Melbourne - KIX Osaka Kansai Intl

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06:15-12:40

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Osaka Kansai Intl

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00:00-01:00

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MEL Melbourne - NGO Nagoya Chubu Centrair Intl

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Japan (average of $1,014). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Japan in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,619). 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?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Melbourne Airport 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 115 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 22% of flights being delayed.

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

The price you pay for your flight from Melbourne Airport to Japan may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 70 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing Japan

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne Airport to Japan, such as Cathay Pacific,Qantas Airways, andChina Southern. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Cathay Pacific

7.6

Good

1,486 reviews

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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

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1,486 reviews

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7.6

Good

1,486 reviews

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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

1,098 reviews

Cathay Pacific

7.6

Good

1,486 reviews

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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

172 reviews

Cathay Pacific

7.6

Good

1,486 reviews

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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

7.3

Good

240 reviews

Cathay Pacific

7.6

Good

1,486 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Robert,Feb 2026

CTS - AKL

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

Jetstar

6.5

Okay

569 reviews

Cathay Pacific

7.6

Good

1,486 reviews

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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

How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Japan?
Departing from Melbourne Airport to Japan will take you 20h 35m. Airlines will cover a distance of 7319 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne Airport to Japan one-way?
To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with AirAsia X, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $210. Air China flights start at $266 while deals on Sichuan Airlines start at $294 one-way.
What are the most popular routes from Melbourne Airport to Japan?
The most popular flight routes from Melbourne Airport to Japan are Melbourne - Tokyo Narita, Melbourne - Tokyo Haneda and Melbourne - Osaka Kansai Intl.
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 Airport to Japan?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Japan (average of $1,014). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Japan in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,619). 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

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Scoot	Cheapest$347	Average$822	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Scoot flights
AirAsia X	Cheapest$376	Average$662	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time66%	Search AirAsia X flights
Cebu Pacific	Cheapest$401	Average$1,086	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time64%	Search Cebu Pacific flights
Fiji Airways	Cheapest$463	Average$903	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Fiji Airways flights
Juneyao Airlines	Cheapest$476	Average$965	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time66%	Search Juneyao Airlines flights
China Southern	Cheapest$483	Average$719	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%	Search China Southern flights
Jetstar	Cheapest$543	Average$1,133	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Jetstar flights
VietJet Air	Cheapest$560	Average$1,223	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search VietJet Air flights
XiamenAir	Cheapest$609	Average$855	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time49%	Search XiamenAir flights
Vietnam Airlines	Cheapest$640	Average$1,131	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time81%	Search Vietnam Airlines flights

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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 15 September 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Melbourne Airport 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 115 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 22% of flights being delayed.

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

The price you pay for your flight from Melbourne Airport to Japan may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 70 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing Japan

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne Airport to Japan, such as Cathay Pacific,Qantas Airways, andChina Southern. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Related info for your journey

How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Japan?

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

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

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

How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Japan?

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport 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 15 September 2026.

Best flights from Melbourne to Japan
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Direct flights from Melbourne to Japan
Explore direct flight options from Melbourne to Japan based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 15 September 2026.

Last-minute flights from Melbourne to Japan
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One-way flights from Melbourne to Japan
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