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How to find the cheapest flight from
Melbourne (MEL) to London (LON)

All the information you need to plan the best MEL to LON flight in 2021: compare Melbourne to London flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in London.
MEL - LON
Price
$1,084 - $1,839
LON
Temperature
4 - 17 °C
LON
Precipitation
40 - 70 mm

Popular in

December

High demand for flights, 29% potential price rise

Cheapest in

February

Best time to find cheap flights, 17% potential price drop

Round-trip from

$1.084

From Melbourne to London All airports (LON)

One-way from

$812

One-way flight from Melbourne to London All airports (LON)

Flight route prices based on searches on Cheapflights within the last 3 days, monthly prices based on aggregated historical data.
What is the cheapest day to fly return from Melbourne Airport to London?

Flying to your destination on a Thursday can be more expensive, but this shouldn’t discourage you from finding affordable options to get to London. Check prices with Cheapflights to find a great deal for your trip.

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

Find a great deal and save up to 17% by booking at least 52 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from Melbourne Airport to London within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at $1,412.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to London?

February can be a great time to fly to London from Melbourne Airport with a flight ticket averaging about $1,309. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of February for as cheap as $941. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne Airport to London (MEL - LON)?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Melbourne Airport to London in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 13% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

Cheap flights from Melbourne to London in September, October 2021

The best prices found for MEL to LON flights in September, October
20 Oct - 27 Apr
$1,576pp
MEL
Melbourne
Multiple airlines
   
2 STOPS
LHR
London Heathrow
LHR
London Heathrow
Japan Airlines
 
1 STOP
MEL
Melbourne
20 Oct - 27 Apr
$1,609pp
MEL
Melbourne
Qantas Airways
 
1 STOP
LHR
London Heathrow
LHR
London Heathrow
Qantas Airways
 
1 STOP
MEL
Melbourne
20 Oct - 27 Apr
$1,645pp
MEL
Melbourne
Qantas Airways
 
1 STOP
LHR
London Heathrow
LHR
London Heathrow
Qantas Airways
Direct
MEL
Melbourne

Melbourne to London 2021 flight deals

Cheap flights to London from Melbourne found for this year
20 Oct - 27 Apr
$1,576pp
MEL
Melbourne
Multiple airlines
   
2 STOPS
LHR
London Heathrow
LHR
London Heathrow
Japan Airlines
 
1 STOP
MEL
Melbourne
20 Oct - 27 Apr
$1,609pp
MEL
Melbourne
Qantas Airways
 
1 STOP
LHR
London Heathrow
LHR
London Heathrow
Qantas Airways
 
1 STOP
MEL
Melbourne
20 Oct - 27 Apr
$1,645pp
MEL
Melbourne
Qantas Airways
 
1 STOP
LHR
London Heathrow
LHR
London Heathrow
Qantas Airways
Direct
MEL
Melbourne

Direct flights to London from Melbourne

Save time with Melbourne to London direct flight deals
15 Feb - 22 Feb
$1,769pp
MEL
Melbourne
Qantas Airways
Direct
LHR
London Heathrow
LHR
London Heathrow
Qantas Airways
Direct
MEL
Melbourne
22 Feb - 19 Apr
$1,778pp
MEL
Melbourne
Qantas Airways
Direct
LHR
London Heathrow
LHR
London Heathrow
Qantas Airways
Direct
MEL
Melbourne
2 Feb - 17 Feb
$1,923pp
MEL
Melbourne
Qantas Airways
Direct
LHR
London Heathrow
LHR
London Heathrow
Qantas Airways
Direct
MEL
Melbourne

Last-minute flights from Melbourne to London

Late deals on return flights to London from Melbourne, departing today and this week
30 Sep - 14 Jan
$2,818pp
MEL
Melbourne
Qantas Airways
   
2 STOPS
LHR
London Heathrow
LHR
London Heathrow
Qantas Airways
Direct
MEL
Melbourne
30 Sep - 14 Jan
$2,844pp
MEL
Melbourne
Qantas Airways
   
2 STOPS
LHR
London Heathrow
LHR
London Heathrow
Qantas Airways
 
1 STOP
MEL
Melbourne
30 Sep - 14 Jan
$3,062pp
MEL
Melbourne
Qantas Airways
   
2 STOPS
LHR
London Heathrow
LHR
London Heathrow
Qantas Airways
Direct
MEL
Melbourne

One-way flights to London from Melbourne

The cheapest one-way flights from Melbourne to London
10:40 - 02:55
SWISS
2 stops
27h 15m
MEL - LCY
SWISS
$812
Gotogate
19:45 - 12:05
Japan Airlines
1 stop
27h 20m
MEL - LHR
Japan Airlines
$815
01:00 - 01:25
Multiple Airlines
2 stops
35h 25m
MEL - LHR
Multiple Airlines
$818

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Flight FAQs

From Melbourne to London

Which airlines flying from Melbourne to London have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?

Due to the rapidly changing circumstances due to COVID-19, airlines like Royal Brunei Airlines, Emirates, and Cathay Pacific flying from Melbourne to London have implemented new flexible cancellation policies.

What safety measures are being taken by airlines flying from Melbourne to London to control the spread of COVID-19?

Philippine Airlines and Etihad Airways are some of the many airlines that have implemented additional safety measures to control the spread of COVID-19. Some of the new policies that have been implemented to accommodate travellers flying from Melbourne to London are improved sanitation, HEPA filters, mask requirements, socially-distanced seating (for a limited time), and pre-flight testing for antibodies and symptoms. Policies will vary by airline.

Can I find flights from Melbourne Airport to London for under $1,400 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Melbourne Airport to London for under $1,400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $1,362, but on average you can expect to pay $1,490.

Are there direct flights from Melbourne Airport to London for under $1,800 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has 20 direct flights from Melbourne Airport to London under $1,800. A good price for a direct flight from Melbourne Airport to London is less than $2,701.

Are there last-minute flights available from Melbourne Airport to London for under $2,900?

There are currently 11+ open flights from Melbourne Airport to London within the next 7 days for less than $2,900.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to London return?

According to our current data, British Airways ($1,450), SWISS ($1,493), and Qantas Airways ($1,609) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne Airport to London.

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

For one-way options, check prices for Japan Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $717. Users have also found prices from $801 and $812 on SWISS and Etihad Airways, respectively.

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

The most popular airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to London are Air France, British Airways and Royal Brunei Airlines. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to London?

On average you can expect to pay $3,278 for a flight from Melbourne Airport to London. The cheapest flight overall is $493 while the most popular route, (Melbourne - London Heathrow) is currently priced at $1,409.

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 City or Melbourne - London Gatwick, as they are the most popular.

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COVID Restrictions

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Do I need a COVID test to fly to London from Melbourne?

Information is based on travel restrictions from Melbourne to London

Most visitors from Melbourne need to provide a negative COVID-19 test result and/or quarantine to enter London.

COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from Melbourne must present a negative RT-PCR (NAAT) or Antigen (quick-test) test taken 72 hours before departing to London.

Quarantine requirements
Visitors from Melbourne are not required to quarantine after entering London.

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COVID-19 testing package - All travelers must book and pay for a COVID-19 Testing Package prior to travel to England and Scotland.


Do I need a test to fly back to Melbourne from London?

Returning to Melbourne from London

COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from London must present a negative RT-PCR (NAAT) test taken 72 hours before departing to Melbourne.

Quarantine requirements
Visitors from London are not required to quarantine after entering Melbourne.

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Alternative routes for Melbourne to London

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.
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Destination information for London

Things to know before you go - useful duration and weather info for your trip from Melbourne to London.
Today's exchange rate
$1 = £0.54
Average temperature for September in London
20.0 °C
Avg rainfall for September in London
49.0 mm

Airports servicing Melbourne

Melbourne (MEL)

Airports servicing London

Heathrow (LHR)
Gatwick (LGW)
Stansted (STN)
London City (LCY)
Luton (LTN)
Southend (SEN)

Top 10 airlines flying from Melbourne to London

The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users travelling from Melbourne to London choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
Airline Cheapest Average Flexibility On-time COVID-19 safety
AirAsia X 		$389 $574 No cancel fee 66%

We couldn't confirm the COVID-19 safety measures taken by AirAsia X. Please check directly on their website for additional information.
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China Southern 		$863 $1,322 No cancel fee 69%
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Malaysia Airlines 		$884 $1,169 No cancel fee 67%
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Philippine Airlines 		$898 $1,261 No cancel fee 60%
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Air China 		$931 $1,241 No cancel fee 67%
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China Airlines 		$1,011 $1,408 No cancel fee 70%
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Thai Airways 		$1,016 $1,349 No cancel fee 77%
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Etihad Airways 		$1,019 $1,419 No cancel fee 75%
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Virgin Atlantic 		$1,053 $1,388 No cancel fee 72%
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Virgin Australia 		$1,058 $1,433 No cancel fee 80%
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