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Cheap flights from Raleigh to Melbourne Airport from $867

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 11/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — MEL
5 May — 12 May1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Raleigh to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Raleigh (RDU) 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 30 April 2025.

Round-trip from

$2,008

One-way from

$867

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$3,842
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 8/10-21/10
  • 4 total stops
  • 58h 32m total
  • Raleigh to Melbourne
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11/8
  • 11/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 48h 36m total
  • Raleigh to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($498 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($167 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Raleigh to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Raleigh to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 30 April 2025.

Wed 8/1016:55RDU - MEL
2 stops33h 50mAir New Zealand
Tue 21/1012:05MEL - RDU
2 stops24h 42mAir New Zealand
Deal found 29/4$2,008
Thu 19/618:00RDU - MEL
2 stops27h 35mQantas Airways
Tue 1/720:30MEL - RDU
2 stops34h 24mQantas Airways
Deal found 29/4$2,344
Mon 2/619:48RDU - MEL
2 stops32h 27mMultiple Airlines
Sun 15/608:15MEL - RDU
2 stops36h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4$2,376
Mon 6/1009:00RDU - MEL
1 stop33h 15mUnited Airlines
Wed 15/1011:55MEL - RDU
1 stop24h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 30/4$2,422
Mon 6/1007:00RDU - MEL
3 stops38h 35mAir Canada
Wed 15/1007:00MEL - RDU
3 stops28h 18mAir Canada
Deal found 29/4$2,428
Thu 6/1105:38RDU - MEL
2 stops33h 32mCathay Pacific
Wed 12/1100:45MEL - RDU
2 stops37h 23mCathay Pacific
Deal found 30/4$2,707
Mon 2/617:21RDU - MEL
2 stops27h 14mAmerican Airlines
Sun 15/606:00MEL - RDU
2 stops24h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 30/4$2,745
Sat 3/509:45RDU - MEL
2 stops41h 05mQatar Airways
Mon 5/522:45MEL - RDU
2 stops51h 28mQatar Airways
Deal found 29/4$2,876
Mon 22/915:40RDU - MEL
2 stops60h 15mLufthansa
Fri 20/315:35MEL - RDU
2 stops38h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 29/4$3,369
Thu 6/1108:35RDU - MEL
3 stops41h 35mSingapore Airlines
Wed 12/1100:35MEL - RDU
3 stops62h 32mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 30/4$3,508
Sat 27/909:45RDU - MEL
2 stops39h 50mEtihad Airways
Sat 21/318:15MEL - RDU
2 stops36h 54mEtihad Airways
Deal found 29/4$3,849

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Raleigh to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.

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RaleighMelbourne

RDU - MEL

RDUMEL

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 8/10

16:55-17:45

2 stops33h 50m

Melbourne

Tue 21/10

12:05-21:47

2 stops24h 42m

$2,008

RaleighMelbourne

RDU - MEL

RDUMEL

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 19/6

18:00-11:35

2 stops27h 35m

Melbourne

Tue 1/7

20:30-16:54

2 stops34h 24m

$2,344

RaleighMelbourne

RDU - MEL

RDUMEL

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 2/6

19:48-18:15

2 stops32h 27m

Melbourne

Sun 15/6

08:15-06:18

2 stops36h 03m

$2,376

RaleighMelbourne

RDU - MEL

RDUMEL

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 6/10

09:00-09:15

1 stop33h 15m

Melbourne

Wed 15/10

11:55-21:47

1 stop24h 52m

$2,422

RaleighMelbourne

RDU - MEL

RDUMEL

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 6/10

07:00-12:35

3 stops38h 35m

Melbourne

Wed 15/10

07:00-20:18

3 stops28h 18m

$2,428

RaleighMelbourne

RDU - MEL

RDUMEL

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 8/10

09:15-23:15

2 stops47h 00m

Melbourne

Wed 15/10

00:45-17:18

2 stops31h 33m

$2,731

RaleighMelbourne

RDU - MEL

RDUMEL

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 2/6

17:21-10:35

2 stops27h 14m

Melbourne

Sun 15/6

06:00-16:54

2 stops24h 54m

$2,745

RaleighMelbourne

RDU - MEL

RDUMEL

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 22/9

15:40-17:55

2 stops60h 15m

Melbourne

Fri 20/3

15:35-15:15

2 stops38h 40m

$3,369

RaleighMelbourne

RDU - MEL

RDUMEL

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 24/9

09:45-17:10

3 stops41h 25m

Melbourne

Sun 15/3

00:35-23:59

3 stops62h 24m

$3,691

RaleighMelbourne

RDU - MEL

RDUMEL

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 27/9

09:45-15:35

2 stops39h 50m

Melbourne

Sat 21/3

18:15-16:09

2 stops36h 54m

$3,849

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 30/4

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Best time to book a flight from Raleigh to Melbourne

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Raleigh 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 30 April 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Raleigh to Melbourne Airport at midday. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 22% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Rainfall in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne Airport ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne Airport when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 8.0 C).

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 30 April 2025.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
472 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
829 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
852 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,203 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Raleigh to Melbourne. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Raleigh to Melbourne?

    If you book a flight to Melbourne from Raleigh, you will be flying from Raleigh-Durham, which is the city’s only airport. Raleigh-Durham (RDU) is located 17.8 km from the centre of Raleigh. There are 0 flights from Raleigh-Durham to Melbourne per day from 0 different airlines.

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

    Air New Zealand, at $2,008, was found to be the cheapest airline from Raleigh to Melbourne Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Qantas Airways and United Airlines. Air New Zealand is currently priced 24% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    $1,352 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Qantas Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on United Airlines and Cathay Pacific, with prices starting from $1,466 and $8,191, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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