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Cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Melbourne Airport from $839

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 26/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — MEL
2 Sep — 9 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Heathrow to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Heathrow to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 3 August 2026.

Fri 4/922:10
LHR
-
MEL
1 stop36h 10m
China Southern
Sun 20/910:20
MEL
-
LHR
2 stops40h 45m
China Southern
Deal found 31/7$1,576
Mon 14/921:20
LHR
-
MEL
2 stops51h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 21/917:20
MEL
-
LHR
1 stop22h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/7$1,578
Wed 19/822:05
LHR
-
MEL
1 stop28h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 23/913:00
MEL
-
LHR
2 stops35h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/7$1,579
Tue 15/921:00
LHR
-
MEL
2 stops26h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 22/917:20
MEL
-
LHR
1 stop22h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/7$1,580
Tue 25/821:20
LHR
-
MEL
1 stop26h 40m
China Eastern
Wed 9/911:00
MEL
-
LHR
1 stop40h 40m
China Eastern
Deal found 1/8$1,582
Sat 29/822:10
LHR
-
MEL
1 stop36h 10m
China Southern
Sat 5/910:20
MEL
-
LHR
2 stops38h 55m
China Southern
Deal found 30/7$1,583
Sun 13/922:05
LHR
-
MEL
1 stop28h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 23/913:00
MEL
-
LHR
2 stops27h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/8$1,585
Tue 20/1021:00
LHR
-
MEL
2 stops26h 40m
China Southern
Tue 10/1123:30
MEL
-
LHR
1 stop30h 05m
China Southern
Deal found 31/7$1,586
Mon 21/909:45
LHR
-
MEL
1 stop24h 55m
Air India
Tue 6/1002:30
MEL
-
LHR
1 stop43h 35m
Air India
Deal found 30/7$1,589
Sat 29/821:20
LHR
-
MEL
2 stops27h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 19/917:20
MEL
-
LHR
1 stop22h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/8$1,590
Sun 20/922:05
LHR
-
MEL
1 stop28h 55m
Shenzhen Airlines
Sat 13/322:15
MEL
-
LHR
1 stop31h 55m
Shenzhen Airlines
Deal found 29/7$1,592

Find flight deals from Heathrow to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Heathrow (LHR) to Melbourne (MEL). 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 3 August 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,576

One-way from

$839

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$2,280
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 4/9-20/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 76h 55m total
  • London to Melbourne
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China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 26/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 51h 40m total
  • London to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($225 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($70 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Heathrow to Melbourne 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 3 August 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Mon 19/10

21:20-10:00

1 stop26h 40m

Melbourne

Sat 14/11

22:30-17:30

1 stop30h 00m

$1,690

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Sat 31/10

16:15-07:20

2 stops28h 05m

Melbourne

Fri 13/11

15:30-09:10

2 stops28h 40m

$1,866

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Sat 31/10

21:00-14:05

1 stop30h 05m

Melbourne

Sat 21/11

22:30-17:30

1 stop30h 00m

$1,869

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Tue 13/10

21:20-10:00

1 stop26h 40m

Melbourne

Tue 24/11

12:00-17:30

1 stop40h 30m

$1,983

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Thu 15/10

18:00-20:40

2 stops40h 40m

Melbourne

Tue 24/11

15:10-14:55

2 stops34h 45m

$2,072

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Tue 15/9

21:20-10:00

2 stops27h 40m

Melbourne

Tue 22/9

07:00-18:40

2 stops44h 40m

$2,234

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Thu 6/8

21:20-09:00

1 stop26h 40m

Melbourne

Wed 2/9

11:00-18:40

1 stop40h 40m

$2,354

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Sun 13/9

19:50-08:35

2 stops51h 45m

Melbourne

Sun 20/9

10:35-17:05

2 stops39h 30m

$2,440

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Fri 7/8

22:05-12:00

1 stop28h 55m

Melbourne

Tue 1/9

21:20-20:00

1 stop31h 40m

$2,480

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Fri 7/8

20:50-07:30

2 stops49h 40m

Melbourne

Fri 14/8

23:30-06:30

2 stops40h 00m

$2,617

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Best time to book a flight from Heathrow to Melbourne

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

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

Booking 61 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Melbourne Airport. 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 London Heathrow Airport to Melbourne Airport?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,694). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,524). 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 London Heathrow Airport to Melbourne Airport?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

London Heathrow Airport to Melbourne Airport flights typically cost between $1,909 and $2,671 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $1,576 on China Southern (4 Sept–20 Sept).

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated 3 August 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from London Heathrow Airport to Melbourne Airport, such as Singapore Airlines,Qatar Airways, andChina Southern. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,584 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,584 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,584 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,737 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,584 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
China Southern
7.4
Good
168 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,584 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,499 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,584 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
China Eastern
7.3
Good
230 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,584 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Related info for your journey

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

    For as low as $1,690, China Eastern can have you in Melbourne Airport from London Heathrow Airport in 26h 40m. Airlines will cover a distance of 16897 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from London Heathrow Airport to Melbourne Airport is China Southern. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,028 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Singapore Airlines and China Eastern, starting at $1,241 and $1,289 round-trip. You may be able to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Melbourne Airport for 48% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $624 on Air China. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Hainan Airlines from $704 and Etihad Airways from $775 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,694). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,524). 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 8 airlines flying from Heathrow to Melbourne

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Heathrow to Melbourne. 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 3 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest$1,028Average$1,355FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,241Average$1,949FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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China EasternCheapest$1,289Average$1,622FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,292Average$1,774FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air IndiaCheapest$1,518Average$1,948FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,595Average$2,260FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,673Average$2,086FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$2,152Average$2,639FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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