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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Japan from $405

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 13/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — FUK
18 Dec — 25 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap 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 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$726

One-way from

$405

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$938

Good round-trip deal

$1,498 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,178 or less
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 10/3-18/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 35m total
  • Melbourne to Japan
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Sichuan Airlines
  • Sichuan Airlines
  • 13/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 50m total
  • Melbourne to Japan
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($162 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($53 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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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 November 2025.

Tue 18/1105:55MEL - NRT
1 stop16h 15mPhilippine Airlines
Tue 25/1109:30NRT - MEL
1 stop21h 05mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 17/11$777
Tue 2/1207:45MEL - NRT
2 stops25h 50mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/1216:40NRT - MEL
1 stop19h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/11$814
Sun 16/1117:55MEL - NRT
2 stops39h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 20/1116:40NRT - MEL
1 stop19h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/11$820
Mon 1/1217:55MEL - NRT
2 stops39h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/1214:35NRT - MEL
1 stop22h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/11$835
Tue 18/1105:55MEL - HND
1 stop20h 25mPhilippine Airlines
Mon 24/1101:45HND - MEL
1 stop28h 50mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 17/11$843
Mon 1/1207:45MEL - NRT
2 stops25h 50mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/1216:40NRT - MEL
1 stop19h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/11$849
Wed 3/1207:45MEL - NRT
2 stops25h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/1216:40NRT - MEL
1 stop19h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/11$861
Mon 17/1107:45MEL - NRT
3 stops35h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 24/1114:35NRT - MEL
1 stop22h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/11$870
Mon 1/1207:45MEL - KIX
3 stops30h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 30/1214:30KIX - MEL
1 stop22h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/11$884
Fri 28/1109:00MEL - NRT
2 stops54h 15mChina Southern
Mon 8/1214:15NRT - MEL
2 stops53h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 17/11$884
Tue 18/1107:45MEL - NRT
2 stops25h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 26/1108:50NRT - MEL
1 stop34h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/11$886
Wed 26/1122:05MEL - KIX
1 stop18h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/1216:10KIX - MEL
1 stop20h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/11$887

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

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Melbourne

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Japan

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneNagoya

MEL - NGO

MELNGO

Melbourne

Tue 10/3

22:30-16:00

1 stop19h 30m

Nagoya Chubu Centrair Intl

Wed 18/3

16:00-14:05

1 stop20h 05m

$726

MelbourneFukuoka

MEL - FUK

MELFUK

Melbourne

Wed 4/3

20:15-13:05

2 stops18h 50m

Fukuoka

Tue 17/3

14:10-15:40

2 stops23h 30m

$889

MelbourneNagoya

MEL - NGO

MELNGO

Melbourne

Tue 10/3

06:15-12:25

2 stops32h 10m

Nagoya Chubu Centrair Intl

Wed 18/3

13:55-00:05

1 stop32h 10m

$917

MelbourneNagoya

MEL - NGO

MELNGO

Melbourne

Mon 9/3

00:35-08:30

1 stop33h 55m

Nagoya Chubu Centrair Intl

Wed 18/3

10:20-05:45

1 stop41h 25m

$963

MelbourneTokyo

MEL - NRT

MELNRT

Melbourne

Sun 10/5

07:00-08:50

1 stop26h 50m

Tokyo Narita

Fri 15/5

11:00-05:30

1 stop17h 30m

$975

MelbourneOsaka

MEL - KIX

MELKIX

Melbourne

Mon 2/3

22:35-14:10

1 stop17h 35m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Sun 15/3

21:25-13:35

2 stops14h 10m

$987

MelbourneOsaka

MEL - KIX

MELKIX

Melbourne

Mon 2/3

15:35-06:20

1 stop16h 45m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Wed 11/3

16:15-07:10

2 stops36h 55m

$990

MelbourneOsaka

MEL - KIX

MELKIX

Melbourne

Mon 2/3

15:35-06:20

1 stop16h 45m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Tue 10/3

16:15-12:30

2 stops18h 15m

$990

MelbourneOsaka

MEL - KIX

MELKIX

Melbourne

Tue 3/3

15:35-06:20

1 stop16h 45m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Thu 12/3

16:15-12:30

2 stops18h 15m

$990

MelbourneTokyo

MEL - NRT

MELNRT

Melbourne

Thu 5/3

15:35-06:30

1 stop16h 55m

Tokyo Narita

Sun 15/3

16:45-12:30

1 stop17h 45m

$1,010

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Japan

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Japan from Melbourne with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne Airport to Japan

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Japan (average of $550). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Japan in December is currently the most expensive (average of $961). 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 November 2025.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 17% on flights from Melbourne Airport to Japan by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne Airport to Japan?

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne Airport to Japan flight should consider departing on Sunday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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Over the past year, Japan Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 18% 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 November 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne Airport to Japan, such as Qantas Airways, Cathay Pacific, andChina Southern. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qantas Airways
7.6
Good
938 reviews
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Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.0

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Carol,Oct 2025

ADL - MEL

Smooth flight, good onboard staff who were very caring when I didn’t feel very well.
Qantas Airways
7.6
Good
938 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.6
Good
938 reviews
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Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.0

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Carol,Oct 2025

ADL - MEL

Smooth flight, good onboard staff who were very caring when I didn’t feel very well.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,060 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.6
Good
938 reviews
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Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.0

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Carol,Oct 2025

ADL - MEL

Smooth flight, good onboard staff who were very caring when I didn’t feel very well.
China Southern
7.5
Good
119 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.6
Good
938 reviews
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Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.0

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Carol,Oct 2025

ADL - MEL

Smooth flight, good onboard staff who were very caring when I didn’t feel very well.
Philippine Airlines
7.3
Good
937 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.6
Good
938 reviews
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Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.0

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Carol,Oct 2025

ADL - MEL

Smooth flight, good onboard staff who were very caring when I didn’t feel very well.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
178 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.6
Good
938 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.0

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Carol,Oct 2025

ADL - MEL

Smooth flight, good onboard staff who were very caring when I didn’t feel very well.

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 Airport to Japan?

    Departing from Melbourne Airport to Japan will take you 18h 50m. Airlines will cover a distance of 8056 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 China Southern, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $425. China Eastern flights start at $438 while deals on Juneyao Airlines start at $438 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Japan (average of $550). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Japan in December is currently the most expensive (average of $961). 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 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Juneyao AirlinesCheapest$452Average$775FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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China SouthernCheapest$572Average$704FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Vietnam AirlinesCheapest$577Average$896FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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ScootCheapest$614Average$775FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Cebu PacificCheapest$619Average$910FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time64%
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapest$648Average$775FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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XiamenAirCheapest$655Average$1,000FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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VietJet AirCheapest$664Average$1,113FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Philippine AirlinesCheapest$716Average$976FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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Japan AirlinesCheapest$741Average$1,260FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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