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Cheap flights from London to Melbourne from $778

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 16/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — MEL
9 Mar — 16 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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

Sat 7/320:20
LGW
-
MEL
2 stops38h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 14/313:10
MEL
-
LGW
2 stops44h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2$1,384
Wed 28/1017:15
LHR
-
MEL
2 stops41h 15m
China Southern
Wed 18/1123:30
MEL
-
LHR
2 stops29h 25m
China Southern
Deal found 4/2$1,385
Tue 3/317:05
LGW
-
MEL
3 stops28h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 16/318:20
MEL
-
LGW
2 stops26h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/2$1,385
Sun 8/322:00
LHR
-
MEL
1 stop36h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 15/320:45
MEL
-
LHR
2 stops32h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/2$1,387
Fri 15/512:00
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop22h 20m
China Southern
Sat 30/521:00
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop43h 05m
China Southern
Deal found 6/2$1,387
Fri 21/822:00
LHR
-
MEL
2 stops31h 05m
Hainan Airlines
Sun 13/919:45
MEL
-
LHR
2 stops32h 45m
Hainan Airlines
Deal found 4/2$1,388
Wed 18/321:10
LHR
-
MEL
1 stop28h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 25/412:00
MEL
-
LHR
3 stops64h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/2$1,390
Sun 8/317:00
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop34h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 15/313:10
MEL
-
LGW
2 stops44h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/2$1,390
Tue 3/321:00
LHR
-
MEL
1 stop30h 05m
China Eastern
Mon 16/313:00
MEL
-
LHR
2 stops39h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 4/2$1,391
Thu 5/317:05
LGW
-
MEL
2 stops27h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 14/512:00
MEL
-
LGW
2 stops30h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/2$1,392
Mon 2/321:00
LHR
-
MEL
1 stop30h 05m
China Eastern
Mon 16/313:00
MEL
-
LHR
2 stops39h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 5/2$1,394
Mon 16/320:25
LHR
-
MEL
1 stop32h 15m
Air China
Wed 18/320:15
MEL
-
LHR
1 stop30h 40m
Air China
Deal found 6/2$1,395

Find flight deals from London to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from London (LON) to Melbourne (ME1). 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 February 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,382

One-way from

$778

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,705
7/3-14/3
  • 7/3-14/3
  • 5 total stops
  • 85h 45m total
  • London to Melbourne
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2/3
  • 2/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 57h 30m total
  • London to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($252 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($79 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from London 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 February 2026.
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LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Wed 4/3

17:05-07:25

2 stops27h 20m

Melbourne

Mon 23/3

18:20-09:20

2 stops26h 00m

$1,385

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Sun 8/3

17:00-10:00

1 stop30h 00m

Melbourne

Sat 4/4

12:00-16:00

1 stop38h 00m

$1,385

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Mon 9/3

21:00-14:05

1 stop30h 05m

Melbourne

Mon 16/3

13:00-17:30

3 stops39h 30m

$1,387

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Tue 3/3

21:00-11:00

3 stops75h 00m

Melbourne

Mon 16/3

22:30-17:30

1 stop30h 00m

$1,392

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Mon 16/3

21:00-14:05

1 stop30h 05m

Melbourne

Mon 23/3

13:00-17:30

3 stops63h 30m

$1,392

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Sat 28/2

17:05-17:00

2 stops36h 55m

Melbourne

Tue 31/3

18:20-22:25

2 stops38h 05m

$1,418

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Mon 16/3

17:00-14:05

1 stop34h 05m

Melbourne

Fri 17/4

11:00-15:00

1 stop37h 00m

$1,422

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Fri 6/3

17:05-08:30

3 stops28h 25m

Melbourne

Sun 15/3

18:20-09:25

2 stops26h 05m

$1,425

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Sat 14/3

17:00-10:00

1 stop30h 00m

Melbourne

Wed 1/4

12:00-15:00

1 stop37h 00m

$1,425

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Mon 16/3

10:30-14:05

1 stop40h 35m

Melbourne

Fri 27/3

12:00-06:30

1 stop29h 30m

$1,432

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Best time to book a flight from London to Melbourne

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Everything you need to know about your flight from London to Melbourne

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from London to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 30 January 2026.

Booking 44 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from London to Melbourne. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Melbourne (average of $967). Flying from London to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,513). 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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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 February 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, andChina Southern from London to Melbourne have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,730 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Paulo,Jan 2024

MLE - DOH

The only thing that was missing was a USB port on the second flight
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,730 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,730 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Paulo,Jan 2024

MLE - DOH

The only thing that was missing was a USB port on the second flight
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,387 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,730 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Paulo,Jan 2024

MLE - DOH

The only thing that was missing was a USB port on the second flight
China Southern
7.3
Good
137 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,730 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Paulo,Jan 2024

MLE - DOH

The only thing that was missing was a USB port on the second flight
China Eastern
7.2
Good
192 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,730 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Paulo,Jan 2024

MLE - DOH

The only thing that was missing was a USB port on the second flight
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,972 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,730 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Paulo,Jan 2024

MLE - DOH

The only thing that was missing was a USB port on the second flight

Related info for your journey

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

    For as low as $2,190, China Eastern can have you in Melbourne from London in 26h 35m. There are 16888 km between London and Melbourne. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    Currently priced at $1,036, China Southern will fly you from London to Melbourne and back. In addition to China Southern, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from China Eastern and Royal Brunei Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,131 and $1,300, respectively. These flights start at 42% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from London to Melbourne are Air China ($629), Beijing Capital Airlines ($640), and Hainan Airlines ($647).

  • What are the most popular routes from London to Melbourne?

    The most popular route from London to Melbourne is London Heathrow - Melbourne. You may also consider London Gatwick - Melbourne or London Stansted - Melbourne.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from London 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 London to Melbourne?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Melbourne (average of $967). Flying from London to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,513). 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 London to Melbourne

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from London 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 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest$1,036Average$1,425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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China EasternCheapest$1,131Average$1,466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapest$1,300Average$1,720FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,343Average$1,964FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Air IndiaCheapest$1,414Average$1,932FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,478Average$1,877FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$1,586Average$2,296FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,607Average$1,807FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,686Average$2,113FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,793Average$1,983FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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