Cheap flights from London to Melbourne from $950

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 26/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — MEL
22 Jan — 29 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London to Melbourne are usually found in May or June, booked 79 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 23 December 2025.

Wed 24/1219:45LHR - MEL
1 stop32h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 14/120:15MEL - LHR
1 stop30h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/12$1,555
Wed 24/1219:45LHR - MEL
1 stop32h 25mHainan Airlines
Sun 11/120:45MEL - LHR
2 stops32h 10mHainan Airlines
Deal found 21/12$1,572
Sat 27/1220:20LGW - MEL
2 stops38h 10mChina Southern
Mon 19/123:30MEL - LGW
2 stops28h 50mChina Southern
Deal found 21/12$1,575
Wed 31/1217:00LGW - MEL
1 stop34h 05mChina Eastern
Tue 20/112:00MEL - LGW
1 stop37h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 20/12$1,578
Fri 26/1221:00LHR - MEL
2 stops31h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 18/111:25MEL - LHR
1 stop40h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/12$1,582
Wed 31/1215:45LHR - MEL
2 stops31h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/214:00MEL - LHR
1 stop38h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/12$1,584
Wed 31/1215:45LHR - MEL
2 stops31h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/214:00MEL - LHR
1 stop38h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/12$1,590
Mon 29/1220:25LHR - MEL
1 stop32h 15mAir China
Mon 19/120:15MEL - LHR
1 stop30h 40mAir China
Deal found 21/12$1,591
Wed 31/1221:00LHR - MEL
1 stop26h 00mChina Eastern
Wed 4/222:30MEL - LHR
1 stop30h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 22/12$1,593
Wed 31/1210:00LHR - MEL
2 stops37h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 2/222:30MEL - LHR
1 stop30h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/12$1,594
Tue 30/1221:00LHR - MEL
1 stop26h 00mChina Eastern
Wed 4/222:30MEL - LHR
1 stop30h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 22/12$1,596
Tue 30/1221:00LHR - MEL
1 stop26h 00mChina Eastern
Fri 6/214:00MEL - LHR
1 stop38h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 22/12$1,597

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 23 December 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,548

One-way from

$950

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$2,555
Air China
  • Air China
  • 5/1-18/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 64h 50m total
  • London to Melbourne
26/1
  • 26/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 59h 45m total
  • London to Melbourne
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($305 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($91 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 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 23 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London to Melbourne that are best for you.

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LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Tue 20/1

17:00-14:05

1 stop34h 05m

Melbourne

Tue 10/2

12:00-14:00

1 stop37h 00m

$1,599

LondonMelbourne

LGW - AVV

LGWAVV

London Gatwick

Thu 21/5

18:00-14:10

2 stops35h 10m

Melbourne Avalon

Thu 4/6

06:00-06:40

2 stops33h 40m

$1,710

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Tue 13/1

10:30-14:05

1 stop40h 35m

Melbourne

Tue 3/2

12:00-14:00

1 stop37h 00m

$1,718

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Wed 21/1

15:20-10:00

2 stops31h 40m

Melbourne

Fri 20/2

11:30-09:40

2 stops33h 10m

$1,929

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Sat 24/1

11:35-09:30

2 stops34h 55m

Melbourne

Mon 2/2

13:00-07:25

1 stop29h 25m

$1,929

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Sun 1/2

15:20-10:00

2 stops31h 40m

Melbourne

Sun 22/2

11:30-09:10

2 stops32h 40m

$1,929

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Wed 21/1

15:20-10:00

2 stops31h 40m

Melbourne

Wed 28/1

11:30-06:40

2 stops30h 10m

$1,929

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Fri 27/3

10:00-08:30

2 stops35h 30m

Melbourne

Fri 10/4

09:30-10:10

1 stop33h 40m

$1,929

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Wed 11/2

15:20-09:30

1 stop31h 10m

Melbourne

Thu 19/2

11:30-06:20

2 stops29h 50m

$1,929

LondonMelbourne

STN - MEL

STNMEL

London Stansted

Wed 3/6

17:45-06:15

2 stops27h 30m

Melbourne

Tue 9/6

13:25-09:55

2 stops29h 30m

$1,935

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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 19 December 2025.

Booking 79 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 $1,019). Flying from London to Melbourne in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,632). 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 23 December 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. Saturday 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 23 December 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with China Southern, Qatar Airways, 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

7.8

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.9

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.

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.9

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.

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.9

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.

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.9

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.

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.9

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.

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.9

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 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 $2,043, China Eastern can have you in Melbourne from London in 29h 20m. There are 16887 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 $1,089, 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 $1,196 and $1,366, 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 Beijing Capital Airlines ($653), Hainan Airlines ($655), and Air China ($661).

  • What are the most popular routes from London to 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 $1,019). Flying from London to Melbourne in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,632). 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 23 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest$1,089Average$1,513FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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China EasternCheapest$1,196Average$1,562FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapest$1,366Average$1,808FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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Air IndiaCheapest$1,487Average$2,031FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,488Average$2,017FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,588Average$2,253FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$1,620Average$2,395FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,689Average$1,899FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,772Average$2,162FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,884Average$2,082FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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