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Cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Melbourne Airport from $748

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 29/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — MEL
29 May — 5 Jun1
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 29 April 2026.

Sun 1/1117:15
LHR
-
MEL
2 stops29h 30m
China Southern
Sun 15/1111:25
MEL
-
LHR
1 stop42h 10m
China Southern
Deal found 26/4$1,450
Sun 27/1221:00
LHR
-
MEL
1 stop26h 00m
China Eastern
Sun 7/212:00
MEL
-
LHR
1 stop40h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 25/4$1,452
Fri 12/622:00
LHR
-
MEL
2 stops31h 05m
Hainan Airlines
Tue 30/619:45
MEL
-
LHR
1 stop32h 45m
Hainan Airlines
Deal found 24/4$1,457
Wed 25/1117:00
LHR
-
MEL
2 stops25h 00m
Royal Brunei Airlines
Sat 6/213:30
MEL
-
LHR
2 stops28h 50m
Royal Brunei Airlines
Deal found 25/4$1,460
Fri 29/522:00
LHR
-
MEL
2 stops31h 05m
Hainan Airlines
Tue 30/619:45
MEL
-
LHR
1 stop32h 45m
Hainan Airlines
Deal found 26/4$1,463
Sun 30/813:15
LHR
-
MEL
1 stop43h 40m
Air India
Sun 4/1020:35
MEL
-
LHR
1 stop24h 55m
Air India
Deal found 25/4$1,466
Thu 3/909:45
LHR
-
MEL
1 stop23h 10m
Air India
Thu 24/919:35
MEL
-
LHR
1 stop32h 25m
Air India
Deal found 29/4$1,467
Wed 14/1017:15
LHR
-
MEL
1 stop27h 15m
Royal Brunei Airlines
Sat 31/1013:30
MEL
-
LHR
1 stop28h 50m
Royal Brunei Airlines
Deal found 26/4$1,468
Wed 9/920:25
LHR
-
MEL
1 stop33h 30m
Air China
Wed 14/1020:40
MEL
-
LHR
1 stop33h 45m
Air China
Deal found 27/4$1,481

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 29 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,457

One-way from

$748

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,874
Hainan Airlines
  • Hainan Airlines
  • 12/6-30/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 63h 50m total
  • London to Melbourne
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Hainan Airlines
  • Hainan Airlines
  • 29/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 05m total
  • London to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($207 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 29 April 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Mon 18/5

21:45-15:50

1 stop33h 05m

Melbourne

Sun 24/5

17:20-07:00

1 stop22h 40m

$1,829

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Mon 7/9

11:20-15:50

2 stops43h 30m

Melbourne

Wed 14/10

22:35-15:10

2 stops26h 35m

$1,836

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Fri 23/10

21:10-11:40

1 stop28h 30m

Melbourne

Fri 4/12

23:20-16:55

1 stop28h 35m

$1,856
Fastest return journey

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Thu 14/5

09:30-15:50

1 stop21h 20m

Melbourne

Mon 25/5

17:20-07:00

1 stop22h 40m

$1,910

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Mon 18/5

21:20-09:00

1 stop26h 40m

Melbourne

Mon 15/6

11:00-18:40

1 stop40h 40m

$1,966

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Fri 22/5

20:50-08:20

2 stops50h 30m

Melbourne

Sat 6/6

15:30-06:30

2 stops48h 00m

$2,086

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Mon 22/6

08:05-22:05

1 stop29h 00m

Melbourne

Sun 5/7

14:50-13:15

2 stops31h 25m

$2,152

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Sat 23/5

08:25-08:20

2 stops38h 55m

Melbourne

Fri 5/6

07:45-19:10

2 stops44h 25m

$2,159

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Sun 10/5

22:15-05:30

1 stop22h 15m

Melbourne

Wed 13/5

21:15-18:40

1 stop30h 25m

$2,229

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Sat 25/7

20:50-06:15

2 stops48h 25m

Melbourne

Tue 4/8

13:25-19:10

2 stops38h 45m

$2,407

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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 84 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,567). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,416). 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?

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 29 April 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from London Heathrow Airport to Melbourne Airport, such as Singapore Airlines,China Southern, andEtihad Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,505 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,505 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,505 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
China Southern
7.4
Good
151 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,505 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,434 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,505 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
China Eastern
7.3
Good
209 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,505 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,956 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,505 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.

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 $1,856, Etihad Airways can have you in Melbourne Airport from London Heathrow Airport in 28h 30m. 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 $1,008 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are China Eastern and Etihad Airways, starting at $1,263 and $1,361 round-trip. You may be able to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Melbourne Airport for 46% 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 $612 on Air China. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Hainan Airlines from $690 and China Eastern from $721 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,567). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,416). 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 Heathrow to Melbourne

Discover the top 10 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 29 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest$1,008Average$1,396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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China EasternCheapest$1,263Average$1,611FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,361Average$1,878FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapest$1,389Average$1,732FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$1,405Average$2,283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air IndiaCheapest$1,449Average$2,039FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,563Average$1,920FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,563Average$1,757FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,640Average$2,045FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$2,109Average$2,765FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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