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Cheap flights from Rome to Melbourne Airport from $943

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 2/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ROM — MEL
23 Aug — 30 Aug1
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 24 July 2026.

Mon 31/820:30
FCO
-
MEL
1 stop33h 55m
Air China
Sun 1/1120:15
MEL
-
FCO
1 stop31h 35m
Air China
Deal found 22/7$1,117
Mon 31/820:30
FCO
-
MEL
1 stop33h 55m
Air China
Mon 2/1120:15
MEL
-
FCO
1 stop31h 35m
Air China
Deal found 24/7$1,135
Wed 2/920:30
FCO
-
MEL
1 stop33h 55m
Air China
Fri 30/1020:15
MEL
-
FCO
1 stop31h 35m
Air China
Deal found 22/7$1,136
Mon 19/1020:30
FCO
-
MEL
1 stop33h 55m
Air China
Mon 16/1120:15
MEL
-
FCO
1 stop31h 35m
Air China
Deal found 23/7$1,195
Mon 2/1119:50
FCO
-
MEL
1 stop33h 50m
Air China
Sun 22/1120:15
MEL
-
FCO
1 stop31h 35m
Air China
Deal found 22/7$1,205
Mon 31/820:30
FCO
-
MEL
1 stop33h 55m
Air China
Wed 4/1120:15
MEL
-
FCO
1 stop31h 35m
Air China
Deal found 24/7$1,216
Fri 28/820:30
FCO
-
MEL
1 stop33h 55m
Air China
Sun 1/1120:15
MEL
-
FCO
1 stop31h 35m
Air China
Deal found 22/7$1,218
Thu 3/921:10
FCO
-
MEL
1 stop27h 50m
China Eastern
Tue 3/1122:30
MEL
-
FCO
1 stop29h 45m
China Eastern
Deal found 24/7$1,240
Mon 31/821:10
FCO
-
MEL
1 stop27h 50m
China Eastern
Tue 3/1122:30
MEL
-
FCO
1 stop29h 45m
China Eastern
Deal found 22/7$1,250

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 24 July 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,117

One-way from

$943

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$2,660
Air China
  • Air China
  • 31/8-1/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 65h 30m total
  • Rome to Melbourne
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Air China
  • Air China
  • 2/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 33h 50m total
  • Rome to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($373 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($82 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 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 24 July 2026.
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RomeMelbourne

FCO - MEL

FCOMEL

Rome Fiumicino

Sun 1/11

20:15-14:05

1 stop31h 50m

Melbourne

Tue 3/11

22:30-18:15

1 stop29h 45m

$1,534

RomeMelbourne

FCO - MEL

FCOMEL

Rome Fiumicino

Fri 25/12

20:30-10:00

2 stops51h 30m

Melbourne

Sat 16/1

13:00-18:15

3 stops39h 15m

$1,701
Fastest return journey

RomeMelbourne

FCO - MEL

FCOMEL

Rome Fiumicino

Tue 29/9

21:10-12:40

1 stop31h 30m

Melbourne

Tue 3/11

22:30-18:15

1 stop29h 45m

$1,747

RomeMelbourne

FCO - MEL

FCOMEL

Rome Fiumicino

Thu 15/10

21:10-13:40

1 stop31h 30m

Melbourne

Wed 18/11

22:30-18:15

1 stop29h 45m

$1,788

RomeMelbourne

FCO - MEL

FCOMEL

Rome Fiumicino

Fri 4/9

21:10-10:00

2 stops52h 50m

Melbourne

Tue 3/11

22:30-11:30

2 stops47h 00m

$1,788

RomeMelbourne

FCO - MEL

FCOMEL

Rome Fiumicino

Wed 26/8

21:10-08:20

2 stops27h 10m

Melbourne

Thu 10/9

07:45-20:10

2 stops44h 25m

$1,886

RomeMelbourne

FCO - MEL

FCOMEL

Rome Fiumicino

Thu 12/11

18:40-07:20

2 stops26h 40m

Melbourne

Sun 15/11

15:30-17:55

2 stops36h 25m

$2,006

RomeMelbourne

FCO - MEL

FCOMEL

Rome Fiumicino

Tue 1/9

18:45-08:50

2 stops30h 05m

Melbourne

Tue 3/11

14:35-17:55

2 stops37h 20m

$2,023

RomeMelbourne

FCO - MEL

FCOMEL

Rome Fiumicino

Wed 2/9

18:45-09:25

2 stops54h 40m

Melbourne

Tue 3/11

14:35-17:55

2 stops37h 20m

$2,027

RomeMelbourne

FCO - MEL

FCOMEL

Rome Fiumicino

Wed 9/12

20:15-11:00

2 stops52h 45m

Melbourne

Wed 16/12

12:00-18:15

1 stop40h 15m

$2,140

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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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Cheapflights Insights

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 $1,524). Flying from Rome to Melbourne Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $2,613). 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 $2,449 and $2,810 in August.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $1,117 on Air China (31 Aug–1 Nov).

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 51% 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.

Beijing (PEK) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $1,229.

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 32m.

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 24 July 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
1,486 reviews
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Food

7.2

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.8

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

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
1,486 reviews
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,486 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.8

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

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.
China Eastern
7.3
Good
229 reviews
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,486 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.8

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

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 31h 50m. China Eastern provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,534. There are 15974 km between Rome and Melbourne Airport.

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

    China Eastern, at $1,176, was found to be the cheapest airline from Rome to Melbourne Airport.. You may be able to fly from Rome to Melbourne Airport for 42% 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 China Eastern, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $988. However, be on the lookout for offers from Etihad Airways and Qatar 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 $1,524). Flying from Rome to Melbourne Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $2,613). 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 24 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$1,176Average$2,658FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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