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Cheap flights from Rome to Melbourne Airport from $879

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 15/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ROM — MEL
13 Sep — 20 Sep1
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 14 August 2026.

Tue 15/921:10 -
2 stops28h 50m
Wed 30/911:00 -
2 stops39h 30m
Deal found 12/8$1,039
Thu 17/913:05 -
1 stop41h 05m
Tue 17/1121:40 -
1 stop43h 00m
Deal found 12/8$1,141
Tue 1/921:10 -
1 stop31h 30m
Sat 19/911:00 -
2 stops39h 30m
Deal found 11/8$1,144
Thu 17/921:10 -
2 stops28h 50m
Tue 17/1122:30 -
1 stop29h 45m
Deal found 12/8$1,145
Tue 8/1212:00 -
1 stop41h 00m
Mon 25/121:40 -
1 stop43h 00m
Deal found 11/8$1,179
Mon 9/1120:15 -
1 stop31h 50m
Thu 19/1113:00 -
2 stops39h 15m
Deal found 11/8$1,182
Sun 30/813:05 -
1 stop41h 05m
Tue 15/920:20 -
1 stop42h 40m
Deal found 13/8$1,213
Thu 3/913:05 -
1 stop41h 05m
Tue 3/1121:40 -
1 stop43h 00m
Deal found 11/8$1,214
Sat 19/913:05 -
1 stop41h 05m
Thu 22/1021:20 -
1 stop42h 40m
Deal found 10/8$1,273
Tue 8/1212:00 -
1 stop41h 00m
Thu 28/121:40 -
1 stop43h 00m
Deal found 11/8$1,294

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 14 August 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,039

One-way from

$879

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$2,284
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 15/9-30/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 68h 20m total
  • Rome to Melbourne
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15/10
  • 15/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 45h 50m total
  • Rome to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($307 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($77 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 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 14 August 2026.
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RomeMelbourne

FCO Rome Fiumicino - MEL Melbourne

FCOMEL

Rome Fiumicino

Thu 3/9

13:05-14:10

1 stop41h 05m

Melbourne

Tue 3/11

21:40-06:40

1 stop43h 00m

$1,214

RomeMelbourne

FCO Rome Fiumicino - MEL Melbourne

FCOMEL

Rome Fiumicino

Wed 14/10

21:10-12:15

2 stops54h 05m

Melbourne

Wed 18/11

23:40-19:30

2 stops53h 50m

$2,092

RomeMelbourne

FCO Rome Fiumicino - MEL Melbourne

FCOMEL

Rome Fiumicino

Thu 15/10

20:05-09:50

2 stops28h 45m

Melbourne

Wed 18/11

22:35-09:50

2 stops45h 15m

$2,109

RomeMelbourne

FCO Rome Fiumicino - MEL Melbourne

FCOMEL

Rome Fiumicino

Wed 4/11

10:40-07:20

2 stops34h 40m

Melbourne

Sun 8/11

13:10-09:55

2 stops30h 45m

$2,249

RomeMelbourne

FCO Rome Fiumicino - MEL Melbourne

FCOMEL

Rome Fiumicino

Thu 15/10

23:00-16:50

1 stop32h 50m

Melbourne

Wed 18/11

18:20-05:40

1 stop21h 20m

$2,277

RomeMelbourne

FCO Rome Fiumicino - MEL Melbourne

FCOMEL

Rome Fiumicino

Thu 3/9

23:00-15:50

1 stop32h 50m

Melbourne

Tue 3/11

13:00-05:40

2 stops26h 40m

$2,320

RomeMelbourne

FCO Rome Fiumicino - MEL Melbourne

FCOMEL

Rome Fiumicino

Fri 27/11

08:30-17:00

2 stops46h 30m

Melbourne

Thu 7/1

18:20-17:30

1 stop33h 10m

$2,333

RomeMelbourne

FCO Rome Fiumicino - MEL Melbourne

FCOMEL

Rome Fiumicino

Sun 20/12

22:00-17:00

1 stop33h 00m

Melbourne

Tue 5/1

18:20-17:30

1 stop33h 10m

$2,375

RomeMelbourne

FCO Rome Fiumicino - MEL Melbourne

FCOMEL

Rome Fiumicino

Thu 17/9

20:05-19:40

2 stops39h 35m

Melbourne

Tue 17/11

07:45-09:50

3 stops36h 05m

$2,477

RomeMelbourne

FCO Rome Fiumicino - MEL Melbourne

FCOMEL

Rome Fiumicino

Wed 14/10

09:40-23:05

1 stop28h 25m

Melbourne

Wed 18/11

17:55-13:30

2 stops29h 35m

$2,639

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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

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 $1,509). Flying from Rome to Melbourne Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $2,588). 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?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Rome to Melbourne Airport flights typically cost between $2,121 and $2,639 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $1,039 on China Eastern (15 Sept–30 Sept).

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 50% 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.

Shanghai (PVG) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $1,779.

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 33m.

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.

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

The best time to book flights from Rome to Melbourne Airport is 53 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.

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 14 August 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Etihad Airways 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
1,505 reviews
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Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.8

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Tom,May 2026

JFK - AUH

Everything was good except the lie flat bed. The bed has a gap and is uncomfortable to lie on. The hostesses were great; the food service was reasonable and the connecting flight services and the baggage service were good. Entertainment service was also good.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,505 reviews
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,505 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.8

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Tom,May 2026

JFK - AUH

Everything was good except the lie flat bed. The bed has a gap and is uncomfortable to lie on. The hostesses were great; the food service was reasonable and the connecting flight services and the baggage service were good. Entertainment service was also good.

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 34h 40m. Sichuan Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $2,249. 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 $1,165, was found to be the cheapest airline from Rome to Melbourne Airport.. You may be able to fly from Rome to Melbourne Airport for 43% 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 $690. However, be on the lookout for offers from Air China and China Eastern, 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 $1,509). Flying from Rome to Melbourne Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $2,588). 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 14 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$1,165Average$2,633FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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