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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Lord Howe Island from $1,141

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 13/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — LDH
28 Feb — 7 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Lord Howe Island

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Lord Howe Island
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Lord Howe Island. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 January 2026.

Tue 11/820:50
MEL
-
LDH
1 stop13h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 25/811:10
LDH
-
MEL
1 stop6h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/1$1,949
Sat 6/618:00
MEL
-
LDH
1 stop17h 05m
Qantas Airways
Wed 10/611:10
LDH
-
MEL
1 stop7h 05m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 26/1$1,996
Wed 25/220:50
MEL
-
LDH
1 stop12h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/309:40
LDH
-
MEL
1 stop10h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/1$2,090
Thu 12/206:00
MEL
-
LDH
1 stop9h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 16/215:35
LDH
-
MEL
1 stop7h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/1$2,096
Fri 13/220:50
MEL
-
LDH
1 stop12h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 17/209:45
LDH
-
MEL
1 stop13h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/1$2,149
Wed 11/206:45
MEL
-
LDH
1 stop8h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 15/213:40
LDH
-
MEL
1 stop6h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/1$2,250
Sat 14/319:20
MEL
-
LDH
1 stop13h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 21/309:40
LDH
-
MEL
1 stop7h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/1$2,289

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Lord Howe Island

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to Lord Howe Island (LDH). 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 29 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,945

One-way from

$1,141

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,929
18/2-26/2
  • 18/2-26/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 21h 10m total
  • Melbourne to Lord Howe Island
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13/3
  • 13/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 7h 35m total
  • Melbourne to Lord Howe Island
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($327 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($68 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to Lord Howe Island that are best for you.

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Melbourne

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Lord Howe Island

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Return

Price

MelbourneLord Howe Island

MEL - LDH

MELLDH

Melbourne

Wed 18/2

21:00-09:10

1 stop12h 10m

Lord Howe Island

Thu 26/2

09:40-18:40

1 stop9h 00m

$1,945

MelbourneLord Howe Island

MEL - LDH

MELLDH

Melbourne

Wed 18/2

21:00-09:10

1 stop12h 10m

Lord Howe Island

Tue 3/3

09:40-14:50

1 stop5h 10m

$2,015

MelbourneLord Howe Island

MEL - LDH

MELLDH

Melbourne

Thu 19/2

07:25-15:00

1 stop7h 35m

Lord Howe Island

Thu 26/2

09:40-18:40

1 stop9h 00m

$2,017

MelbourneLord Howe Island

MEL - LDH

MELLDH

Melbourne

Thu 19/2

07:25-15:00

1 stop7h 35m

Lord Howe Island

Tue 3/3

09:40-18:05

1 stop8h 25m

$2,070

MelbourneLord Howe Island

MEL - LDH

MELLDH

Melbourne

Wed 25/2

20:50-09:10

1 stop12h 20m

Lord Howe Island

Wed 4/3

09:40-19:40

1 stop10h 00m

$2,090

MelbourneLord Howe Island

MEL - LDH

MELLDH

Melbourne

Thu 12/2

06:00-15:00

1 stop9h 00m

Lord Howe Island

Mon 16/2

15:35-22:50

1 stop7h 15m

$2,096

MelbourneLord Howe Island

MEL - LDH

MELLDH

Melbourne

Sat 21/2

06:45-13:10

1 stop6h 25m

Lord Howe Island

Thu 26/2

09:40-18:40

1 stop9h 00m

$2,129

MelbourneLord Howe Island

MEL - LDH

MELLDH

Melbourne

Thu 19/2

07:25-15:00

1 stop7h 35m

Lord Howe Island

Wed 25/2

09:45-14:50

1 stop5h 05m

$2,166

MelbourneLord Howe Island

MEL - LDH

MELLDH

Melbourne

Sat 21/2

08:15-13:10

1 stop4h 55m

Lord Howe Island

Tue 3/3

09:40-16:45

1 stop7h 05m

$2,202

MelbourneLord Howe Island

MEL - LDH

MELLDH

Melbourne

Sat 14/3

19:20-09:10

1 stop13h 50m

Lord Howe Island

Sat 21/3

09:40-16:45

1 stop7h 05m

$2,289

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Lord Howe Island

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne Airport to Lord Howe Island

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Lord Howe Island?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Lord Howe Island (average of $1,068). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Lord Howe Island in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,778). 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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Reviews of airlines servicing Lord Howe Island

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Lord Howe Island. 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 Lord Howe Island. Reviews last updated 29 January 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Qantas Airways from Melbourne Airport to Lord Howe Island to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
981 reviews
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Crew

8.2

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

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
7.5
Good
981 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
981 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

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 Lord Howe Island. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Lord Howe Island from Melbourne?

    Lord Howe Island (LDH), located 1.3 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Melbourne to Lord Howe Island. 1 airline have flights to Lord Howe Island from Melbourne on a regular basis. Booking flights from Melbourne to Lord Howe Island should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Melbourne per day.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Melbourne Airport to Lord Howe Island round-trip?

    Currently priced at $1,339, Qantas Airways will fly you from Melbourne Airport to Lord Howe Island and back. In addition to Qantas Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. This flight start at 25% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Lord Howe Island that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Lord Howe Island?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Lord Howe Island?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Lord Howe Island 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 Lord Howe Island?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Lord Howe Island (average of $1,068). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Lord Howe Island in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,778). 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 airline flying from Melbourne to Lord Howe Island

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,339Average$1,669FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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