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Cheap flights from Rome to Melbourne Airport from $747

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 7/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ROM — MEL
7 May — 14 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Rome to Melbourne

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Cheapest flights from Rome to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Rome to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 7 April 2026.

Thu 28/511:35
FCO
-
MEL
1 stop20h 15m
Etihad Airways
Fri 5/617:20
MEL
-
FCO
1 stop32h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/4$1,181
Mon 4/523:00
FCO
-
MEL
1 stop32h 50m
Etihad Airways
Mon 18/517:20
MEL
-
FCO
1 stop33h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/4$1,193
Sun 5/422:20
FCO
-
MEL
1 stop33h 30m
Etihad Airways
Tue 21/417:10
MEL
-
FCO
1 stop34h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/4$1,194
Wed 29/422:20
FCO
-
MEL
1 stop33h 30m
Etihad Airways
Sun 17/517:20
MEL
-
FCO
1 stop21h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/4$1,229
Thu 28/511:35
FCO
-
MEL
1 stop20h 15m
Etihad Airways
Sun 7/617:20
MEL
-
FCO
1 stop32h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/4$1,232
Sat 2/523:00
FCO
-
MEL
1 stop32h 50m
Etihad Airways
Sat 9/517:20
MEL
-
FCO
1 stop33h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/4$1,253
Fri 1/523:00
FCO
-
MEL
1 stop32h 50m
Etihad Airways
Sun 10/517:20
MEL
-
FCO
1 stop21h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/4$1,263
Tue 5/511:35
FCO
-
MEL
1 stop20h 15m
Etihad Airways
Mon 15/617:20
MEL
-
FCO
1 stop32h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/4$1,271
Mon 6/410:55
FCO
-
MEL
1 stop20h 55m
Etihad Airways
Tue 21/417:10
MEL
-
FCO
1 stop34h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/4$1,304
Sun 3/511:35
FCO
-
MEL
1 stop20h 15m
Etihad Airways
Wed 13/517:20
MEL
-
FCO
1 stop33h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/4$1,307
Tue 28/410:55
FCO
-
MEL
1 stop20h 55m
Etihad Airways
Wed 13/517:20
MEL
-
FCO
1 stop33h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/4$1,308
Mon 4/523:00
FCO
-
MEL
1 stop32h 50m
Etihad Airways
Mon 11/517:20
MEL
-
FCO
1 stop33h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/4$1,313

Find flight deals from Rome to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Rome (ROM) 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 7 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,181

One-way from

$747

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$2,223
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 28/5-5/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 53h 10m total
  • Rome to Melbourne
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Sichuan Airlines
  • Sichuan Airlines
  • 7/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 41h 05m total
  • Rome to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($398 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($74 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Rome 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 7 April 2026.
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RomeMelbourne

FCO - MEL

FCOMEL

Rome Fiumicino

Mon 7/9

21:10-09:00

1 stop27h 50m

Melbourne

Thu 22/10

22:30-19:10

1 stop29h 40m

$1,793

RomeMelbourne

FCO - MEL

FCOMEL

Rome Fiumicino

Sun 30/8

21:10-09:00

1 stop27h 50m

Melbourne

Wed 9/9

11:00-19:10

1 stop40h 10m

$1,806
Fastest return journey

RomeMelbourne

FCO - MEL

FCOMEL

Rome Fiumicino

Tue 2/6

11:35-15:50

1 stop20h 15m

Melbourne

Sat 13/6

17:20-18:15

1 stop32h 55m

$1,808

RomeMelbourne

FCO - MEL

FCOMEL

Rome Fiumicino

Wed 13/5

11:35-15:50

1 stop20h 15m

Melbourne

Sun 17/5

17:20-18:20

1 stop33h 00m

$1,888

RomeMelbourne

FCO - MEL

FCOMEL

Rome Fiumicino

Sun 31/5

23:00-15:50

1 stop32h 50m

Melbourne

Wed 17/6

17:20-18:15

1 stop32h 55m

$1,888

RomeMelbourne

FCO - MEL

FCOMEL

Rome Fiumicino

Sun 13/9

21:10-09:00

1 stop27h 50m

Melbourne

Sun 25/10

22:30-18:15

1 stop29h 45m

$1,892

RomeMelbourne

FCO - MEL

FCOMEL

Rome Fiumicino

Thu 3/9

21:10-09:00

1 stop27h 50m

Melbourne

Sat 5/9

21:30-19:10

1 stop29h 40m

$1,931

RomeMelbourne

FCO - MEL

FCOMEL

Rome Fiumicino

Sun 20/9

21:10-09:00

1 stop27h 50m

Melbourne

Thu 22/10

13:00-19:10

3 stops39h 10m

$1,978

RomeMelbourne

FCO - MEL

FCOMEL

Rome Fiumicino

Tue 1/9

21:10-09:00

1 stop27h 50m

Melbourne

Fri 4/9

11:00-19:10

1 stop40h 10m

$2,005

RomeMelbourne

FCO - MEL

FCOMEL

Rome Fiumicino

Wed 2/9

21:10-09:00

1 stop27h 50m

Melbourne

Fri 4/9

11:00-19:10

1 stop40h 10m

$2,106

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Best time to book a flight from Rome to Melbourne

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Melbourne from Rome with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Rome to Melbourne Airport

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Rome to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 3 April 2026.

The best time to book flights from Rome to Melbourne Airport is 60 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rome to Melbourne Airport (average of $938). Flying from Rome to Melbourne Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,939). 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 Rome to Melbourne Airport?

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

Share of one-stop return flights from Rome 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 47% of one-stop itineraries from Rome to Melbourne Airport on Cheapflights.

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

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

Chengdu (TFU) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $1,305.

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

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Rome 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: 20h 26m.

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

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

Flights via Abu Dhabi (AUH) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 06m.

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 7 April 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Etihad Airways and China Eastern from Rome 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.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,428 reviews
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Crew

7.8

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.2

Overall

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gwendolyn,Mar 2026

AUH - ATL

Flight was very cold. Everyone was using blankets. New plane did not allow passenger ability to shut off AC at their seat. Special assistance was wonderful.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,428 reviews
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,428 reviews
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Crew

7.8

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.2

Overall

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gwendolyn,Mar 2026

AUH - ATL

Flight was very cold. Everyone was using blankets. New plane did not allow passenger ability to shut off AC at their seat. Special assistance was wonderful.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
200 reviews
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,428 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.8

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.2

Overall

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gwendolyn,Mar 2026

AUH - ATL

Flight was very cold. Everyone was using blankets. New plane did not allow passenger ability to shut off AC at their seat. Special assistance was wonderful.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Rome 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 Rome to Melbourne Airport?

    A quick flight from Rome to Melbourne Airport can take about 20h 15m. China Eastern provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,808. There are 15974 km between Rome and Melbourne Airport. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Rome to Melbourne Airport round-trip?

    China Eastern, at $1,188, was found to be the cheapest airline from Rome to Melbourne Airport.. You may be able to fly from Rome to Melbourne Airport for 40% less than the average price by searching for this airline.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Virgin Australia, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $704. However, be on the lookout for offers from China Eastern and Etihad Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Rome to Melbourne Airport for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rome to Melbourne Airport (average of $938). Flying from Rome to Melbourne Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,939). 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 airline flying from Rome to Melbourne

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Rome 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 7 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$1,188Average$2,686FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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