Cheap flights from London to Melbourne from $901

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 28/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — MEL
11 Dec — 18 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London to Melbourne are usually found in May or June, booked 56 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Monday

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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 11 November 2025.

Tue 2/1222:00LHR - MEL
1 stop24h 45mChina Southern
Tue 9/1208:40MEL - LHR
1 stop44h 55mChina Southern
Deal found 8/11$1,443
Mon 17/1121:00LHR - MEL
1 stop30h 05mChina Eastern
Sun 30/1112:00MEL - LHR
1 stop40h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 8/11$1,447
Wed 12/1117:00LGW - MEL
1 stop34h 05mChina Eastern
Mon 24/1113:00MEL - LGW
2 stops52h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 8/11$1,447
Tue 30/1221:30LHR - MEL
2 stops37h 00mChina Southern
Thu 29/108:40MEL - LHR
1 stop44h 55mChina Southern
Deal found 8/11$1,449
Fri 21/1110:30LGW - MEL
2 stops61h 30mChina Eastern
Mon 24/1113:00MEL - LGW
2 stops52h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 8/11$1,449
Thu 25/1221:30LHR - MEL
2 stops37h 00mChina Southern
Mon 2/211:25MEL - LHR
1 stop42h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 9/11$1,451
Wed 12/1110:30LGW - MEL
2 stops61h 30mChina Eastern
Tue 25/1112:00MEL - LGW
1 stop29h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 9/11$1,451
Tue 30/1221:30LHR - MEL
2 stops37h 00mChina Southern
Wed 21/111:25MEL - LHR
2 stops41h 30mChina Southern
Deal found 9/11$1,454
Wed 31/1217:00LGW - MEL
1 stop34h 05mChina Eastern
Sun 25/122:30MEL - LGW
1 stop26h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 8/11$1,454
Mon 17/1121:30LHR - MEL
2 stops37h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 24/1116:55MEL - LHR
2 stops39h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/11$1,458
Mon 17/1121:30LHR - MEL
2 stops37h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 22/1116:55MEL - LHR
2 stops39h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/11$1,461
Fri 26/1208:20STN - MEL
3 stops35h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/212:05MEL - STN
3 stops34h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/11$1,463

Cheap 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 11 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,443

One-way from

$901

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,766
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 2/12-9/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 69h 40m total
  • London to Melbourne
28/11
  • 28/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 25m total
  • London to Melbourne
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($328 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($93 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2025

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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 11 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London to Melbourne that are best for you.

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London

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Melbourne

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Sat 14/3

17:00-10:00

1 stop30h 00m

Melbourne

Wed 18/3

12:00-06:30

1 stop29h 30m

$1,487

LondonMelbourne

LHR - AVV

LHRAVV

London Heathrow

Wed 11/3

08:45-23:15

2 stops27h 30m

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 18/3

15:00-11:30

2 stops31h 30m

$1,521

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Mon 4/5

21:10-10:40

1 stop28h 30m

Melbourne

Tue 25/8

21:50-16:30

1 stop27h 40m

$1,648

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Sat 21/2

13:55-17:00

1 stop40h 05m

Melbourne

Tue 17/3

18:20-18:10

1 stop34h 50m

$1,699

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Tue 17/2

13:55-17:00

1 stop40h 05m

Melbourne

Fri 20/3

18:20-18:10

1 stop34h 50m

$1,738

LondonMelbourne

LCY - MEL

LCYMEL

London City

Wed 11/3

18:10-07:55

3 stops26h 45m

Melbourne

Wed 18/3

13:10-09:05

2 stops30h 55m

$1,748

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Mon 2/3

09:00-23:20

1 stop27h 20m

Melbourne

Mon 23/3

16:10-05:55

1 stop24h 45m

$1,763

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Sat 14/3

17:50-12:30

1 stop31h 40m

Melbourne

Tue 17/3

00:45-20:10

1 stop30h 25m

$1,784

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Thu 5/2

17:50-12:30

1 stop31h 40m

Melbourne

Mon 23/3

00:45-17:20

1 stop27h 35m

$1,787

LondonMelbourne

LGW - AVV

LGWAVV

London Gatwick

Mon 2/2

17:00-23:15

2 stops43h 15m

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 8/3

06:00-06:30

2 stops35h 30m

$1,787

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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 7 November 2025.

Booking 56 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 $1,037). Flying from London to Melbourne in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,689). 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 LON to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from London 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 11 November 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from London to Melbourne in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 30% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from London to Melbourne?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from London to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

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

How much does it cost for a return flight from London to Melbourne?

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 11 November 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, China Southern, andEtihad Airways 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.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from London to Melbourne?

    For as low as $1,648, China Eastern can have you in Melbourne from London in 28h 30m. There are 16897 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 $1,209, China Eastern will fly you from London to Melbourne and back. In addition to China Eastern, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from China Southern and Royal Brunei Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,240 and $1,390, respectively. These flights start at 38% 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 China Eastern ($913), Qatar Airways ($996), and Etihad Airways ($1,031).

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

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  • 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 $1,037). Flying from London to Melbourne in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,689). 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 11 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$1,209Average$1,630FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Search China Eastern flights
China SouthernCheapest$1,240Average$1,572FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapest$1,390Average$1,840FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,514Average$2,070FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air IndiaCheapest$1,522Average$2,074FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,572Average$2,076FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Search Singapore Airlines flights
Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$1,648Average$2,437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Search Malaysia Airlines flights
Cathay PacificCheapest$1,718Average$1,970FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,844Average$2,399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,917Average$2,118FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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