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Cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Melbourne Airport from $905

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 15/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — MEL
20 Aug — 27 Aug1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London Heathrow to Melbourne are usually found in May or September, booked 81 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Tuesday and return on a Saturday

Cheap 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 15 August 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,555

One-way from

$905

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$2,300
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 29/10-20/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 54h 30m total
  • London to Melbourne
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China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 14/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 20m total
  • London to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($298 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($80 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
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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 15 August 2025.

Wed 29/1022:00LHR - MEL
1 stop24h 45mChina Southern
Thu 20/1123:30MEL - LHR
1 stop29h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 15/8$1,555
Tue 23/922:10LHR - MEL
1 stop25h 30mChina Southern
Sun 5/1011:20MEL - LHR
1 stop41h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 14/8$1,556
Mon 8/921:20LHR - MEL
2 stops51h 40mChina Eastern
Mon 22/911:00MEL - LHR
1 stop40h 40mChina Eastern
Deal found 14/8$1,564
Thu 16/1021:00LHR - MEL
2 stops50h 40mChina Southern
Fri 31/1011:25MEL - LHR
1 stop41h 50mChina Southern
Deal found 15/8$1,566
Wed 27/822:40LHR - MEL
1 stop30h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/914:00MEL - LHR
2 stops39h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/8$1,570
Wed 3/922:10LHR - MEL
1 stop36h 10mChina Southern
Sun 21/921:00MEL - LHR
1 stop31h 00mChina Southern
Deal found 14/8$1,572
Sun 21/921:00LHR - MEL
2 stops37h 20mChina Southern
Sat 27/910:20MEL - LHR
1 stop41h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 15/8$1,573
Thu 11/921:00LHR - MEL
2 stops26h 40mChina Southern
Sun 28/910:20MEL - LHR
1 stop41h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 14/8$1,575
Fri 21/1122:00LHR - MEL
1 stop36h 30mChina Southern
Sat 29/1111:25MEL - LHR
2 stops37h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 14/8$1,576
Sat 20/921:00LHR - MEL
2 stops61h 20mChina Southern
Sat 11/1011:20MEL - LHR
2 stops40h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 13/8$1,578
Sat 1/1121:00LHR - MEL
1 stop30h 05mChina Eastern
Sun 23/1122:30MEL - LHR
1 stop30h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 13/8$1,581

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LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Tue 11/11

16:50-12:30

1 stop32h 40m

Melbourne

Wed 4/2

00:45-15:00

1 stop25h 15m

$1,739

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Sun 9/11

20:15-07:10

1 stop23h 55m

Melbourne

Tue 25/11

00:45-15:00

1 stop25h 15m

$1,742

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Mon 3/11

22:05-23:00

1 stop37h 55m

Melbourne

Tue 18/11

00:45-15:00

1 stop25h 15m

$1,742

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Tue 28/10

17:50-07:10

1 stop26h 20m

Melbourne

Wed 12/11

00:45-15:00

1 stop25h 15m

$1,742

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Sun 2/11

20:15-23:00

1 stop39h 45m

Melbourne

Tue 18/11

00:45-15:00

1 stop25h 15m

$1,742

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Wed 19/11

20:15-07:10

1 stop23h 55m

Melbourne

Mon 9/2

00:45-20:10

1 stop30h 25m

$1,750

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Tue 11/11

06:35-23:00

2 stops29h 25m

Melbourne

Wed 4/2

00:45-20:10

1 stop30h 25m

$1,771

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Sun 19/10

08:20-23:15

2 stops28h 55m

Melbourne

Sat 25/10

00:45-21:10

1 stop30h 25m

$1,799

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Fri 24/10

06:45-23:15

2 stops30h 30m

Melbourne

Sun 9/11

00:45-15:00

1 stop25h 15m

$1,799

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Mon 15/9

22:05-05:00

2 stops45h 55m

$905

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Best time to book a flight from Heathrow to Melbourne

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Cheapflights Insights

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?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Heathrow to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 8 August 2025.

Booking 81 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 $132). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Melbourne Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LHR to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Heathrow to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 15 August 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Melbourne Airport in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 14% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Melbourne Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Heathrow to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their London Heathrow Airport to Melbourne Airport flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Melbourne Airport?

Share of one-stop return flights from London Heathrow Airport to Melbourne Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Abu Dhabi (AUH) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 18% of one-stop itineraries from London Heathrow Airport to Melbourne Airport on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Melbourne Airport?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from London Heathrow Airport to Melbourne Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Qingdao (TAO) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $1,627.

What’s the fastest stopover option from London Heathrow Airport to Melbourne Airport?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from London Heathrow Airport to Melbourne Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Doha (DOH) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 22h 13m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Melbourne Airport?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from London Heathrow Airport to Melbourne Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Bandar Seri Begawan (BWN) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 2h 10m.

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 15 August 2025.
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
8.1
Very Good
1,346 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,346 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,346 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
China Southern
7.6
Good
106 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,346 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,232 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,346 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
Malaysia Airlines
7.4
Good
273 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,346 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
China Eastern
7.2
Good
160 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,346 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 Air China. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,061 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are China Eastern and China Southern, starting at $1,197 and $1,241 round-trip. You may be able to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Melbourne Airport for 47% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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  • 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 $132). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Melbourne Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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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Air ChinaCheapest$1,061Average$2,542FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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China EasternCheapest$1,197Average$1,743FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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China SouthernCheapest$1,241Average$1,595FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapest$1,392Average$1,599FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,516Average$2,196FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air IndiaCheapest$1,524Average$2,137FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,574Average$2,077FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$1,697Average$2,560FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,726Average$2,266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,846Average$2,502FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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