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Cheap flights from the United Kingdom to Melbourne Airport from $727

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 7/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — MEL
26 Dec — 2 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from United Kingdom to Melbourne

Keep the following information in mind while searching for United Kingdom to Melbourne flight deals. Data was last updated 26 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,421

One-way from

$727

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,785
11/3-25/3
  • 11/3-25/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 76h 25m total
  • United Kingdom to Melbourne
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7/3
  • 7/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 57h 15m total
  • United Kingdom to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($339 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($96 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Cheapest flights from United Kingdom to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from United Kingdom to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 26 November 2025.

Fri 28/1121:30LHR - MEL
2 stops61h 00mChina Southern
Tue 13/123:30MEL - LHR
2 stops30h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 23/11$1,475
Fri 28/1121:00LHR - MEL
2 stops31h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 22/110:00MEL - LHR
3 stops34h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/11$1,477
Tue 2/1220:20LGW - MEL
2 stops38h 10mChina Southern
Sun 11/111:25MEL - LGW
2 stops64h 55mChina Southern
Deal found 24/11$1,477
Tue 30/1221:30LHR - MEL
2 stops46h 20mChina Southern
Wed 11/223:30MEL - LHR
2 stops29h 25mChina Southern
Deal found 23/11$1,480
Sun 30/1121:30LHR - MEL
2 stops37h 00mChina Southern
Sat 6/1208:40MEL - LHR
1 stop44h 55mChina Southern
Deal found 23/11$1,483
Sun 30/1122:00LHR - MEL
1 stop24h 45mChina Southern
Wed 3/1211:25MEL - LHR
1 stop42h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 25/11$1,497
Wed 31/1221:10LHR - MEL
1 stop28h 50mShenzhen Airlines
Tue 17/222:20MEL - LHR
1 stop31h 50mShenzhen Airlines
Deal found 23/11$1,500
Tue 2/1220:20LGW - MEL
2 stops38h 10mChina Southern
Fri 5/1223:30MEL - LGW
2 stops28h 50mChina Southern
Deal found 24/11$1,500
Thu 4/1221:30LHR - MEL
2 stops37h 00mChina Southern
Tue 13/111:25MEL - LHR
1 stop42h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 25/11$1,501
Fri 28/1121:30LHR - MEL
2 stops37h 00mChina Southern
Wed 3/1208:40MEL - LHR
1 stop44h 55mChina Southern
Deal found 24/11$1,503
Fri 28/1122:00LHR - MEL
1 stop36h 30mChina Southern
Fri 5/1211:25MEL - LHR
2 stops42h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 23/11$1,504
Sat 29/1120:20LGW - MEL
2 stops38h 10mChina Southern
Sun 7/1208:40MEL - LGW
1 stop32h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 24/11$1,517

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

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United Kingdom

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Melbourne

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Depart

Return

Price

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Wed 4/2

21:10-13:00

1 stop28h 50m

Melbourne

Fri 13/2

22:20-19:10

1 stop31h 50m

$1,498

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Sun 1/3

21:10-13:00

1 stop28h 50m

Melbourne

Tue 10/3

22:20-19:10

1 stop31h 50m

$1,498

EdinburghMelbourne

EDI - MEL

EDIMEL

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 18/2

08:45-18:55

2 stops47h 10m

Melbourne

Sat 28/3

20:30-22:05

2 stops36h 35m

$1,720

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Thu 26/2

20:55-17:00

1 stop33h 05m

Melbourne

Sat 7/3

18:20-06:40

1 stop23h 20m

$1,726

EdinburghMelbourne

EDI - MEL

EDIMEL

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 24/2

14:05-23:20

1 stop22h 15m

Melbourne

Sun 1/3

16:10-06:00

1 stop24h 50m

$1,777

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Wed 4/2

17:05-07:55

3 stops27h 50m

Melbourne

Thu 26/2

13:10-09:20

2 stops31h 10m

$1,792

EdinburghMelbourne

EDI - MEL

EDIMEL

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 14/5

17:10-07:30

2 stops29h 20m

Melbourne

Mon 18/5

14:25-17:10

2 stops35h 45m

$1,823

GlasgowMelbourne

GLA - MEL

GLAMEL

Glasgow Intl

Sat 7/3

13:10-07:10

2 stops55h 00m

Melbourne

Wed 11/3

15:35-12:05

2 stops31h 30m

$1,847

BelfastMelbourne

BFS - MEL

BFSMEL

Belfast Intl

Sun 1/3

18:25-23:45

3 stops42h 20m

Melbourne

Wed 1/4

14:00-17:05

3 stops37h 05m

$1,864

EdinburghMelbourne

EDI - MEL

EDIMEL

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 27/3

11:30-09:15

2 stops58h 45m

Melbourne

Sun 19/4

10:55-10:35

2 stops56h 40m

$1,882

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Best time to book a flight from United Kingdom to Melbourne

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Everything you need to know about your flight from the United Kingdom to Melbourne Airport

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,048). Flying from United Kingdom to Melbourne Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,707). 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 GB to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from United Kingdom 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 26 November 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from United Kingdom to Melbourne Airport in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 19% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from United Kingdom to Melbourne Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from United Kingdom to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 8 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their United Kingdom to Melbourne Airport flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 26 November 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with China Southern, Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways from the United Kingdom 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.
China Southern
7.5
Good
119 reviews
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Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.9

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.3

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 5
6.0
Good

Ebbi,Aug 2025

LAX - CAN

Boarding was nice the employees and the crew. They were very nice but the food maybe I don’t like it but it’s not international food. It’s more towards Chinese Tayst, which I do understand but that’s only complain. I have.
China Southern
7.5
Good
119 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
119 reviews
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Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.9

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.3

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 5
6.0
Good

Ebbi,Aug 2025

LAX - CAN

Boarding was nice the employees and the crew. They were very nice but the food maybe I don’t like it but it’s not international food. It’s more towards Chinese Tayst, which I do understand but that’s only complain. I have.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,675 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
119 reviews
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Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.9

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.3

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 5
6.0
Good

Ebbi,Aug 2025

LAX - CAN

Boarding was nice the employees and the crew. They were very nice but the food maybe I don’t like it but it’s not international food. It’s more towards Chinese Tayst, which I do understand but that’s only complain. I have.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,312 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
119 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.9

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.3

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 5
6.0
Good

Ebbi,Aug 2025

LAX - CAN

Boarding was nice the employees and the crew. They were very nice but the food maybe I don’t like it but it’s not international food. It’s more towards Chinese Tayst, which I do understand but that’s only complain. I have.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
178 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
119 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.9

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.3

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 5
6.0
Good

Ebbi,Aug 2025

LAX - CAN

Boarding was nice the employees and the crew. They were very nice but the food maybe I don’t like it but it’s not international food. It’s more towards Chinese Tayst, which I do understand but that’s only complain. I have.
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,947 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
119 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.9

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.3

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 5
6.0
Good

Ebbi,Aug 2025

LAX - CAN

Boarding was nice the employees and the crew. They were very nice but the food maybe I don’t like it but it’s not international food. It’s more towards Chinese Tayst, which I do understand but that’s only complain. I have.

Related info for your journey

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

    A quick flight from United Kingdom to Melbourne Airport can take about 22h 15m. Shenzhen Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,777. There are 16892 km between United Kingdom and Melbourne Airport. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from United Kingdom to Melbourne Airport are China Eastern ($932), Hainan Airlines ($1,029), and China Southern ($1,068).

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

    While some choose either London Gatwick - Melbourne or London Stansted - Melbourne, London Heathrow - Melbourne is the most popular route from United Kingdom to Melbourne Airport.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from United Kingdom to Melbourne?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom to Melbourne Airport?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,048). Flying from United Kingdom to Melbourne Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,707). 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 10 airlines flying from United Kingdom to Melbourne

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from United Kingdom 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 26 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$1,222Average$1,628FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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China SouthernCheapest$1,253Average$1,659FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapest$1,405Average$1,859FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,530Average$2,153FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air IndiaCheapest$1,538Average$2,096FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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LufthansaCheapest$1,589Average$2,082FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,589Average$2,120FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$1,665Average$2,463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,737Average$1,990FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,822Average$2,373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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