Cheap flights from London to Melbourne Airport from $820

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 1/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — MEL
17 Oct — 24 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London to Melbourne are usually found in May or June, booked 78 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from London to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from London (LON) 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 17 September 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,381

One-way from

$820

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,756
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 3/11-13/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 70h 35m total
  • London to Melbourne
1/11
  • 1/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 53h 20m total
  • London to Melbourne
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($303 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($85 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025

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Cheapest flights from London to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from London to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 September 2025.

Mon 3/1121:00LHR - MEL
1 stop30h 05mChina Eastern
Thu 13/1112:00MEL - LHR
1 stop40h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 15/9$1,381
Fri 31/1010:30LGW - MEL
1 stop36h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 7/1115:00MEL - LGW
2 stops29h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9$1,381
Fri 31/1021:00LHR - MEL
2 stops31h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 7/1115:00MEL - LHR
2 stops29h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9$1,383
Sun 2/1110:30LGW - MEL
1 stop40h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 17/1116:55MEL - LGW
2 stops34h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9$1,384
Wed 29/1020:25LHR - MEL
1 stop32h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/1116:55MEL - LHR
2 stops28h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/9$1,386
Fri 31/1021:00LHR - MEL
2 stops31h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 23/1116:55MEL - LHR
2 stops28h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9$1,387
Thu 30/1010:30LGW - MEL
1 stop36h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/1116:55MEL - LGW
2 stops34h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9$1,387
Sun 26/1021:00LHR - MEL
1 stop26h 00mChina Eastern
Thu 13/1113:00MEL - LHR
2 stops39h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 14/9$1,389
Fri 7/1110:30LGW - MEL
3 stops61h 30mChina Eastern
Wed 4/222:30MEL - LGW
1 stop26h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 16/9$1,389
Sat 25/1021:20LHR - MEL
1 stop26h 40mChina Eastern
Wed 5/1112:00MEL - LHR
1 stop40h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 15/9$1,390
Mon 13/1011:35LGW - MEL
1 stop36h 25mChina Eastern
Mon 20/1012:00MEL - LGW
1 stop28h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 15/9$1,390
Thu 30/1021:00LHR - MEL
1 stop26h 00mChina Eastern
Mon 10/1122:30MEL - LHR
1 stop30h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 15/9$1,392

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LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Wed 29/10

11:00-23:00

1 stop25h 00m

Melbourne

Wed 19/11

00:45-17:20

1 stop27h 35m

$1,786

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Thu 6/11

11:00-23:00

1 stop25h 00m

Melbourne

Wed 19/11

00:45-15:00

1 stop25h 15m

$1,786

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Thu 30/10

22:05-23:00

1 stop37h 55m

Melbourne

Wed 5/11

00:45-17:20

1 stop27h 35m

$1,791

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Tue 4/11

06:05-23:00

2 stops29h 55m

Melbourne

Mon 17/11

00:45-17:20

1 stop27h 35m

$1,812

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Wed 5/11

21:15-12:05

1 stop27h 50m

Melbourne

Fri 8/5

21:50-16:30

1 stop27h 40m

$1,813

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Tue 11/11

20:35-05:45

1 stop22h 10m

Melbourne

Wed 4/2

00:35-19:10

1 stop29h 35m

$1,832

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Fri 31/10

06:45-23:00

2 stops29h 15m

Melbourne

Thu 6/11

00:45-17:20

1 stop27h 35m

$1,838

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Wed 4/3

17:05-21:00

2 stops40h 55m

Melbourne

Tue 24/3

15:10-09:10

2 stops29h 00m

$1,840

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Mon 2/3

17:05-21:00

2 stops40h 55m

Melbourne

Tue 24/3

15:10-09:10

2 stops29h 00m

$1,840

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Fri 31/10

11:00-23:00

1 stop25h 00m

Melbourne

Wed 5/11

00:45-15:00

1 stop25h 15m

$1,850

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Best time to book a flight from London to Melbourne

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Melbourne from London with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from London to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 12 September 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from London to Melbourne Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 78 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London to Melbourne Airport?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from London 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 LON to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from London 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 17 September 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from London to Melbourne Airport in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 16% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

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

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

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

How much does it cost for a return flight from London to Melbourne Airport?

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

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

Shanghai (PVG) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 18% of one-stop itineraries from London to Melbourne Airport on Cheapflights.

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

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

Guangzhou (CAN) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $1,246.

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

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

Flights via Abu Dhabi (AUH) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 22h 01m.

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

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

Flights via Dubai (DXB) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 54m.

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 17 September 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, China Southern, andQatar Airways from London to Melbourne Airport 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.

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

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.

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

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.

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

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.

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

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.

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

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.

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

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 London 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 to Melbourne Airport?

    A quick flight from London to Melbourne Airport can take about 25h. Cathay Pacific provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,786. London and Melbourne Airport are separated by a distance of 16897 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from London to Melbourne Airport is Air China. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,037 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are China Eastern and China Southern, starting at $1,170 and $1,213 round-trip. You may be able to fly from London to Melbourne Airport for 45% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with China Eastern, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $824. SWISS flights start at $1,163 while deals on Emirates start at $1,527 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from London to Melbourne Airport?

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from London to Melbourne Airport?

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for London to Melbourne Airport flights?

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from London 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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Top 10 airlines flying from London to Melbourne

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from London 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 17 September 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air ChinaCheapest$1,037Average$2,484FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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China EasternCheapest$1,170Average$1,720FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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China SouthernCheapest$1,213Average$1,568FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapest$1,360Average$1,590FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,481Average$2,109FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air IndiaCheapest$1,489Average$2,021FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,538Average$2,054FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$1,659Average$2,435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,681Average$1,959FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,804Average$2,444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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