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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to London from $406

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 16/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — LON
4 Mar — 11 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to London
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to London. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 2 February 2026.

Tue 3/222:30
MEL
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LHR
1 stop30h 00m
China Eastern
Thu 5/221:00
LHR
-
MEL
1 stop28h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 31/1$1,247
Mon 2/322:30
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop26h 30m
China Eastern
Thu 12/310:30
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop40h 35m
China Eastern
Deal found 1/2$1,247
Tue 3/310:00
MEL
-
LGW
3 stops47h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/320:20
LGW
-
MEL
2 stops38h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/2$1,250
Sun 15/220:45
MEL
-
LHR
2 stops32h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/322:00
LHR
-
MEL
1 stop36h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/2$1,253
Sat 2/521:00
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop43h 05m
China Southern
Sat 9/521:30
LGW
-
MEL
2 stops36h 50m
China Southern
Deal found 1/2$1,254
Wed 18/311:25
MEL
-
LHR
1 stop42h 10m
China Southern
Thu 9/422:10
LHR
-
MEL
1 stop36h 10m
China Southern
Deal found 31/1$1,263
Sun 7/611:00
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop28h 40m
China Eastern
Sun 28/611:35
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop36h 25m
China Eastern
Deal found 31/1$1,265
Sun 15/214:00
MEL
-
LHR
1 stop38h 30m
China Eastern
Mon 9/321:00
LHR
-
MEL
3 stops51h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 1/2$1,266
Wed 4/222:40
MEL
-
LHR
2 stops27h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 18/217:45
LHR
-
MEL
3 stops27h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/2$1,267
Tue 24/313:10
MEL
-
STN
2 stops31h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 12/406:15
STN
-
MEL
2 stops28h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/2$1,267
Tue 3/216:55
MEL
-
LGW
2 stops40h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 17/206:25
LGW
-
MEL
2 stops27h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/2$1,269
Wed 18/222:40
MEL
-
LHR
2 stops28h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/311:30
LHR
-
MEL
3 stops34h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/2$1,272

Find flight deals from Melbourne to London

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to London (LON). 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 2 February 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,247

One-way from

$406

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,451
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 2/3-12/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 67h 05m total
  • Melbourne to London
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China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 16/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 40h 55m total
  • Melbourne to London
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($197 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($67 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to London 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 2 February 2026.
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MEL - LGW

MELLGW

Melbourne

Mon 16/2

13:10-09:20

2 stops31h 10m

London Gatwick

Mon 2/3

17:05-08:30

3 stops28h 25m

$1,283

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LGW

MELLGW

Melbourne

Wed 25/2

15:15-09:25

2 stops29h 10m

London Gatwick

Mon 2/3

17:05-20:55

2 stops40h 50m

$1,346

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LHR

MELLHR

Melbourne

Sun 8/3

16:55-09:55

2 stops28h 00m

London Heathrow

Wed 11/3

11:30-20:55

2 stops46h 25m

$1,378

MelbourneLondon

MEL - STN

MELSTN

Melbourne

Thu 26/3

13:10-09:50

2 stops55h 40m

London Stansted

Mon 13/4

10:50-04:40

3 stops56h 50m

$1,395

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LHR

MELLHR

Melbourne

Wed 25/3

16:55-09:55

2 stops28h 00m

London Heathrow

Tue 7/4

06:30-19:40

2 stops28h 10m

$1,409

MelbourneLondon

MEL - STN

MELSTN

Melbourne

Thu 23/4

12:00-09:55

2 stops30h 55m

London Stansted

Thu 14/5

17:45-06:15

2 stops27h 30m

$1,421

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LGW

MELLGW

Melbourne

Mon 20/4

21:35-09:55

2 stops45h 20m

London Gatwick

Mon 27/4

17:35-06:15

2 stops27h 40m

$1,424

MelbourneLondon

MEL - STN

MELSTN

Melbourne

Wed 27/5

21:35-22:10

2 stops33h 35m

London Stansted

Wed 10/6

17:45-06:15

2 stops27h 30m

$1,425

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LGW

MELLGW

Melbourne

Sun 15/3

10:00-09:25

3 stops34h 25m

London Gatwick

Thu 19/3

06:25-20:55

2 stops27h 30m

$1,432

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LGW

MELLGW

Melbourne

Sun 15/2

13:10-09:25

2 stops31h 15m

London Gatwick

Sat 7/3

10:15-20:55

2 stops47h 40m

$1,440

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to London

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne Airport to London

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to London. Price data was last updated on 30 January 2026.

Booking 19 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to London. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to London (average of $755). Flying from Melbourne Airport to London in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,391). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne Airport to London?

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Melbourne Airport to London?

Share of one-stop return flights from Melbourne Airport to London chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Singapore (SIN) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 14% of one-stop itineraries from Melbourne Airport to London on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Melbourne Airport to London?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from Melbourne Airport to London, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Qingdao (TAO) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $1,031.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Melbourne Airport to London?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Melbourne Airport to London, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Abu Dhabi (AUH) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 22h 45m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Melbourne Airport to London?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Melbourne Airport to London, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Singapore (SIN) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 49m.

Reviews of airlines servicing London

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to London. 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 London. Reviews last updated 2 February 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Emirates, andQatar Airways from Melbourne Airport to London. 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.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,443 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,443 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,443 reviews
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Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,494 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,443 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,729 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,443 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,379 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,443 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
China Eastern
7.2
Good
192 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,443 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered

Related info for your journey

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

    Airlines like China Eastern, SWISS, and KLM fly from Melbourne Airport to London in about 28h 05m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 1h 55m. There are 16861 km between Melbourne Airport and London. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    According to our current data, Virgin Australia ($692), Hainan Airlines ($962), and Japan Airlines ($964) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne Airport to London. Virgin Australia is currently priced 59% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Air China. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $369. Users have also found prices from $393 and $447 on China Eastern and Beijing Capital Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Melbourne Airport to London?

    When deciding which route to take from Melbourne Airport to London, consider Melbourne - London Heathrow, Melbourne - London Gatwick or Melbourne - London Stansted, as they are the most popular.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Melbourne Airport to London?

    Flights departing from Melbourne Airport and landing in London stopover in Singapore most frequently. Shanghai sees the second most layovers for non-direct flights flying from Melbourne Airport to London. Dubai ranks third in terms of the most popular layover location on Melbourne Airport to London flights.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Singapore?

    The majority of Singapore visitors spend their time at Sentosa, Universal Studios Singapore, and Merlion. Sentosa, Universal Studios Singapore, and Merlion can be accessed by travelling approximately 21.6 km, 21.6 km, and 16.9 km, respectively from Singapore Changi. Travellers can book a car hire at Singapore Changi for about $114 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Shanghai?

    People's Square, Shanghai Disneyland, and Jing'an Temple are the most popular attractions in Shanghai if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. People's Square, Shanghai Disneyland and Jing'an Temple are located about 32.7 km, 14.1 km, and 35.4 km, respectively from Shanghai Pu Dong if you are interested in checking them out.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a stopover in Dubai?

    Dubai Mall, Gold Souq, and Burj Khalifa are currently the most popular points of interest in Dubai. Dubai Mall, Gold Souq and Burj Khalifa are located about 10.5 km, 6.8 km, and 11.0 km, respectively from Dubai Intl if you are interested in checking them out. Travellers in need of a car in Dubai can hire one for about $33 per day.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Melbourne Airport to London flights?

    Melbourne Airport to London flights that have stopovers will least frequently stop in Beijing. Hong Kong sees the second fewest stopovers for non-direct flights flying from Melbourne Airport to London. Guangzhou ranks third to last in terms of the least popular stopover locations on Melbourne Airport to London flights.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to London (average of $755). Flying from Melbourne Airport to London in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,391). 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 London

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$692Average$2,006FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest$962Average$1,362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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Japan AirlinesCheapest$964Average$1,263FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Beijing Capital AirlinesCheapest$1,022Average$1,116FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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China SouthernCheapest$1,096Average$1,366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air ChinaCheapest$1,163Average$1,595FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,164Average$1,500FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapest$1,285Average$1,571FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$1,299Average$1,545FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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China AirlinesCheapest$1,312Average$1,605FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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