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Cheap flights from London to Melbourne Airport from $742

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 7/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — MEL
31 May — 7 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 1 May 2026.

Thu 3/1210:30
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop36h 30m
China Eastern
Sat 16/122:30
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop43h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 27/4$1,442
Sat 31/1010:30
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop40h 35m
China Eastern
Fri 13/1112:00
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop37h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 27/4$1,444
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$1,454
Thu 24/1210:30
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop36h 30m
China Eastern
Sat 23/112:00
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop29h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 26/4$1,454
Sun 3/521:20
LHR
-
MEL
1 stop26h 40m
China Eastern
Tue 12/511:00
MEL
-
LHR
1 stop40h 40m
China Eastern
Deal found 1/5$1,458
Sun 27/1221:00
LHR
-
MEL
1 stop26h 00m
China Eastern
Sun 7/212:00
MEL
-
LHR
1 stop40h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 26/4$1,461
Wed 2/1210:30
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop40h 35m
China Eastern
Tue 2/312:00
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop37h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 30/4$1,461
Fri 6/1121:00
LHR
-
MEL
1 stop26h 00m
China Eastern
Fri 13/1112:00
MEL
-
LHR
1 stop40h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 27/4$1,463
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$1,467
Tue 17/1121:00
LHR
-
MEL
1 stop30h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 25/114:55
MEL
-
LHR
2 stops37h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/5$1,470
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$1,471
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$1,472

Find 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 1 May 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,458

One-way from

$742

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,362
Air India
  • Air India
  • 6/9-4/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 68h 35m total
  • London to Melbourne
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AirAsia X
  • AirAsia X
  • 7/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 50m total
  • London to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($238 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($84 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from London 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 1 May 2026.
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LondonMelbourne

STN - MEL

STNMEL

London Stansted

Tue 27/10

17:20-17:00

2 stops36h 40m

Melbourne

Fri 27/11

22:55-16:20

2 stops28h 25m

$1,767

LondonMelbourne

STN - MEL

STNMEL

London Stansted

Mon 26/10

10:50-21:00

2 stops47h 10m

Melbourne

Mon 16/11

18:20-16:20

2 stops33h 00m

$1,773

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Fri 23/10

11:35-14:05

1 stop40h 30m

Melbourne

Fri 27/11

12:00-14:00

1 stop37h 00m

$1,893

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Sat 24/10

11:35-10:00

1 stop36h 25m

Melbourne

Thu 3/12

12:00-06:30

1 stop29h 30m

$1,896

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Sat 30/5

20:50-11:15

2 stops53h 25m

Melbourne

Sat 6/6

15:30-06:30

2 stops48h 00m

$2,006

LondonMelbourne

STN - MEL

STNMEL

London Stansted

Thu 4/6

21:05-16:40

1 stop34h 35m

Melbourne

Wed 17/6

05:15-18:45

1 stop22h 30m

$2,175

LondonMelbourne

STN - MEL

STNMEL

London Stansted

Thu 11/6

21:05-16:40

1 stop34h 35m

Melbourne

Thu 18/6

22:55-12:55

1 stop23h 00m

$2,181

LondonMelbourne

STN - MEL

STNMEL

London Stansted

Mon 15/6

14:55-05:35

2 stops29h 40m

Melbourne

Mon 22/6

05:15-18:45

1 stop22h 30m

$2,183

LondonMelbourne

STN - MEL

STNMEL

London Stansted

Sun 7/6

14:55-05:35

2 stops29h 40m

Melbourne

Thu 11/6

05:15-18:45

1 stop22h 30m

$2,185

LondonMelbourne

STN - MEL

STNMEL

London Stansted

Mon 8/6

14:55-05:30

1 stop29h 35m

Melbourne

Sun 5/7

15:55-12:55

2 stops30h 00m

$2,189

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Best time to book a flight from London to Melbourne

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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?

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 59 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 $1,345). Flying from London to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,281). 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 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 19% 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 $1,384.

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 Zurich (ZRH) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 15h 25m.

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 Zurich (ZRH) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 03m.

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 1 May 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Qatar Airways,China Southern, andEtihad 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.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,724 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.3

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,May 2024

BLR - DOH

I am vegetarian. Got stale food both ways. Had stomach upset while going to india on one leg of journey. Same problem on return!. Trrible food. Did not like t all. May not consider flying again with Qatar.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,724 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,724 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.3

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,May 2024

BLR - DOH

I am vegetarian. Got stale food both ways. Had stomach upset while going to india on one leg of journey. Same problem on return!. Trrible food. Did not like t all. May not consider flying again with Qatar.
China Southern
7.4
Good
151 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,724 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.3

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,May 2024

BLR - DOH

I am vegetarian. Got stale food both ways. Had stomach upset while going to india on one leg of journey. Same problem on return!. Trrible food. Did not like t all. May not consider flying again with Qatar.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,434 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,724 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.3

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,May 2024

BLR - DOH

I am vegetarian. Got stale food both ways. Had stomach upset while going to india on one leg of journey. Same problem on return!. Trrible food. Did not like t all. May not consider flying again with Qatar.
China Eastern
7.3
Good
209 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,724 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.3

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,May 2024

BLR - DOH

I am vegetarian. Got stale food both ways. Had stomach upset while going to india on one leg of journey. Same problem on return!. Trrible food. Did not like t all. May not consider flying again with Qatar.
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,956 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,724 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.3

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,May 2024

BLR - DOH

I am vegetarian. Got stale food both ways. Had stomach upset while going to india on one leg of journey. Same problem on return!. Trrible food. Did not like t all. May not consider flying again with Qatar.

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 36h 40m. Turkish Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,767. London and Melbourne Airport are separated by a distance of 16837 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 China Southern. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,011 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are China Eastern and Etihad Airways, starting at $1,267 and $1,365 round-trip. You may be able to fly from London to Melbourne Airport for 43% 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 Air China, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $614. Hainan Airlines flights start at $692 while deals on China Southern start at $692 one-way.

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

    The most popular route from London to Melbourne Airport is London Heathrow - Melbourne. You may also consider London Gatwick - Melbourne or London Stansted - Melbourne.

  • 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 $1,345). Flying from London to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,281). 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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China SouthernCheapest$1,011Average$1,400FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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China EasternCheapest$1,267Average$1,615FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,365Average$1,883FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapest$1,393Average$1,736FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$1,409Average$2,289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air IndiaCheapest$1,453Average$2,044FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,567Average$1,926FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,567Average$1,762FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,645Average$2,050FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$2,115Average$2,772FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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