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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to London from $742

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 15/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — LON
14 Jun — 21 Jun1
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 15 May 2026.

Sun 7/611:00
MEL
-
LHR
1 stop40h 40m
China Eastern
Sun 14/621:20
LHR
-
MEL
1 stop30h 20m
China Eastern
Deal found 10/5$1,453
Sat 23/512:00
MEL
-
LHR
2 stops43h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 3/611:20
LHR
-
MEL
2 stops62h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 10/5$1,457
Mon 15/611:00
MEL
-
LHR
1 stop40h 40m
China Eastern
Tue 15/921:20
LHR
-
MEL
1 stop26h 40m
China Eastern
Deal found 13/5$1,459
Wed 13/517:20
MEL
-
LHR
1 stop30h 45m
Etihad Airways
Tue 26/509:30
LHR
-
MEL
1 stop21h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 11/5$1,462
Sat 1/817:20
MEL
-
LHR
1 stop22h 40m
Etihad Airways
Sun 23/814:45
LHR
-
MEL
1 stop40h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 13/5$1,464
Wed 4/1120:15
MEL
-
LGW
2 stops45h 40m
Air China
Sat 28/1111:05
LGW
-
MEL
2 stops41h 35m
Air China
Deal found 12/5$1,467
Mon 20/719:40
MEL
-
LHR
1 stop31h 00m
Air China
Mon 17/822:40
LHR
-
MEL
1 stop31h 15m
Air China
Deal found 13/5$1,469
Tue 2/611:00
MEL
-
LHR
1 stop40h 40m
China Eastern
Thu 18/621:20
LHR
-
MEL
1 stop30h 20m
China Eastern
Deal found 10/5$1,470
Mon 3/819:40
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop31h 45m
Air China
Mon 17/812:35
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop41h 20m
Air China
Deal found 14/5$1,470
Thu 23/712:00
MEL
-
STN
2 stops61h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 11/806:55
STN
-
MEL
2 stops42h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 13/5$1,471
Tue 8/917:20
MEL
-
LHR
1 stop34h 25m
Etihad Airways
Tue 15/909:30
LHR
-
MEL
1 stop21h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 13/5$1,473
Wed 28/1015:35
MEL
-
LHR
2 stops36h 25m
Finnair
Sat 21/1110:20
LHR
-
MEL
2 stops33h 55m
Finnair
Deal found 10/5$1,474

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 15 May 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,453

One-way from

$742

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,492
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 7/6-14/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 71h 00m total
  • Melbourne to London
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15/7
  • 15/7
  • 3 total stops
  • 43h 05m total
  • Melbourne to London
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($65 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 15 May 2026.
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MelbourneLondon

MEL - LHR

MELLHR

Melbourne

Tue 30/6

21:20-20:00

1 stop31h 40m

London Heathrow

Wed 12/8

22:05-12:00

1 stop28h 55m

$1,735

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LGW

MELLGW

Melbourne

Sun 7/6

11:00-15:00

1 stop37h 00m

London Gatwick

Mon 15/6

11:35-09:00

1 stop36h 25m

$1,743

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LGW

MELLGW

Melbourne

Sun 16/8

11:00-15:00

1 stop37h 00m

London Gatwick

Thu 3/9

18:00-09:00

1 stop30h 00m

$1,757

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LTN

MELLTN

Melbourne

Tue 2/6

11:00-12:05

2 stops34h 05m

London Luton

Tue 23/6

14:45-09:00

2 stops33h 15m

$1,882

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LHR

MELLHR

Melbourne

Tue 7/7

17:20-07:00

1 stop22h 40m

London Heathrow

Sat 8/8

21:45-15:50

1 stop33h 05m

$1,923
Fastest return journey

MelbourneLondon

MEL - STN

MELSTN

Melbourne

Sun 7/6

05:15-18:45

1 stop22h 30m

London Stansted

Thu 18/6

14:55-21:50

1 stop21h 55m

$1,938

MelbourneLondon

MEL - STN

MELSTN

Melbourne

Tue 9/6

21:15-12:55

1 stop24h 40m

London Stansted

Wed 24/6

14:55-05:35

2 stops29h 40m

$1,947

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LGW

MELLGW

Melbourne

Thu 4/6

05:15-19:45

1 stop23h 30m

London Gatwick

Sun 7/6

21:45-08:50

2 stops26h 05m

$1,953

MelbourneLondon

MEL - STN

MELSTN

Melbourne

Sun 26/7

12:00-09:55

2 stops30h 55m

London Stansted

Wed 12/8

17:45-08:50

2 stops30h 05m

$1,956

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LGW

MELLGW

Melbourne

Tue 9/6

22:55-12:35

1 stop22h 40m

London Gatwick

Tue 16/6

21:45-08:50

2 stops26h 05m

$1,958

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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?

Booking 74 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to London (average of $1,430). Flying from Melbourne Airport to London in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,134). 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.

Dubai (DXB) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 15% 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.

Manama (BAH) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $892.

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 Denpasar (DPS) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 11h 00m.

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 0h 50m.

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 15 May 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
1,515 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,515 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,515 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,572 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,515 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,727 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,515 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,439 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,515 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
China Eastern
7.3
Good
211 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,515 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.

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 Shenzhen Airlines, China Eastern, and Etihad Airways fly from Melbourne Airport to London in about 22h 40m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 14h 20m. There are 16897 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 ($666), AirAsia X ($921), and Hainan Airlines ($926) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne Airport to London. Virgin Australia is currently priced 60% 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 $329. Users have also found prices from $353 and $370 on Hainan Airlines and AirAsia X, 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 Stansted or Melbourne - London Gatwick, 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 Shanghai most frequently. Singapore 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 Shanghai?

    The majority of Shanghai visitors spend their time at People's Square, French Concession, and Shanghai Disneyland. People's Square, French Concession, and Shanghai Disneyland can be accessed by travelling approximately 32.7 km, 32.8 km, and 14.1 km, respectively from Shanghai Pu Dong.

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

    Sentosa, Merlion, and Universal Studios Singapore are the most popular attractions in Singapore if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Sentosa, Merlion and Universal Studios Singapore are located about 21.6 km, 16.9 km, and 21.6 km, respectively from Singapore Changi if you are interested in checking them out. Travellers can rent a car at Singapore Changi for an average daily rate of $133 to make sightseeing during their stopover a little easier.

  • 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 $31 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to London (average of $1,430). Flying from Melbourne Airport to London in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,134). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$666Average$1,997FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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AirAsia XCheapest$921Average$1,428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest$926Average$1,472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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Japan AirlinesCheapest$928Average$1,233FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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China SouthernCheapest$940Average$1,352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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China AirlinesCheapest$1,186Average$1,501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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FinnairCheapest$1,186Average$1,938FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,214Average$1,474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air ChinaCheapest$1,235Average$1,647FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapest$1,252Average$1,500FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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