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Cheap flights from London to Melbourne from $878

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 26/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — MEL
2 Jul — 9 Jul1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London to Melbourne are usually found in May or March, booked 78 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Monday

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 27 June 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,417

One-way from

$878

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,714
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 3/11-17/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 60h 05m total
  • London to Melbourne
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26/8
  • 26/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 46h 20m total
  • London to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($291 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($87 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 27 June 2025.

Mon 3/1121:00LHR - MEL
1 stop30h 05mChina Eastern
Mon 17/1122:30MEL - LHR
1 stop30h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 25/6$1,417
Fri 14/1121:30LHR - MEL
2 stops37h 00mChina Southern
Mon 24/1123:30MEL - LHR
1 stop29h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 25/6$1,422
Wed 3/922:00LHR - MEL
1 stop31h 05mHainan Airlines
Sun 7/919:45MEL - LHR
2 stops32h 45mHainan Airlines
Deal found 25/6$1,436
Mon 27/1010:30LGW - MEL
1 stop40h 35mChina Eastern
Sun 9/1122:30MEL - LGW
1 stop43h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 25/6$1,465
Wed 24/917:15LHR - MEL
2 stops27h 15mRoyal Brunei Airlines
Sat 11/1013:30MEL - LHR
2 stops26h 55mRoyal Brunei Airlines
Deal found 26/6$1,497
Mon 15/918:05LGW - MEL
2 stops32h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/1022:30MEL - LGW
2 stops50h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/6$1,508
Tue 21/1021:30LGW - MEL
2 stops60h 50mChina Southern
Fri 7/1123:30MEL - LGW
2 stops28h 50mChina Southern
Deal found 26/6$1,538
Mon 15/922:10LHR - MEL
1 stop25h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/1006:55MEL - LHR
1 stop42h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/6$1,547
Tue 14/1021:35LHR - MEL
1 stop23h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Tue 28/1009:00MEL - LHR
1 stop31h 35mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 25/6$1,578
Tue 9/909:45LHR - MEL
1 stop23h 10mAir India
Tue 23/919:35MEL - LHR
1 stop24h 55mAir India
Deal found 26/6$1,610
Thu 30/1010:30LGW - AVV
2 stops49h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 13/1106:00AVV - LGW
2 stops59h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/6$1,631
Fri 19/920:10LHR - MEL
1 stop41h 05mCathay Pacific
Thu 23/1000:45MEL - LHR
1 stop24h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 26/6$1,648

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

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LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Mon 3/11

21:00-14:05

1 stop30h 05m

Melbourne

Mon 17/11

22:30-17:30

1 stop30h 00m

$1,417

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Fri 14/11

21:30-21:30

2 stops37h 00m

Melbourne

Mon 24/11

23:30-18:15

1 stop29h 45m

$1,422

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Wed 3/9

22:00-14:05

1 stop31h 05m

Melbourne

Sun 7/9

19:45-19:30

2 stops32h 45m

$1,436

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Mon 27/10

10:30-14:05

1 stop40h 35m

Melbourne

Sun 9/11

22:30-06:30

1 stop43h 00m

$1,465

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Wed 24/9

17:15-05:30

2 stops27h 15m

Melbourne

Sat 11/10

13:30-06:25

2 stops26h 55m

$1,497

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Mon 15/9

18:05-11:45

2 stops32h 40m

Melbourne

Sun 12/10

22:30-15:00

2 stops50h 30m

$1,508

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Sat 8/11

20:25-21:30

2 stops38h 05m

Melbourne

Thu 4/12

11:25-17:20

2 stops64h 55m

$1,520

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Mon 15/9

22:10-08:40

1 stop25h 30m

Melbourne

Sun 12/10

06:55-15:45

1 stop42h 50m

$1,547

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Tue 14/10

21:35-07:15

1 stop23h 40m

Melbourne

Tue 28/10

09:00-05:35

1 stop31h 35m

$1,578

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Tue 9/9

09:45-17:55

1 stop23h 10m

Melbourne

Tue 23/9

19:35-11:30

1 stop24h 55m

$1,610

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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 20 June 2025.

Booking 78 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Melbourne (average of $132). Flying from London to Melbourne in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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 27 June 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from London to Melbourne in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 16% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, 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 Monday evenings 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.

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 27 June 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Hainan Airlines, Emirates, andSingapore Airlines 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.
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
40 reviews
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Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.6

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
40 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
40 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.6

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,276 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
40 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.6

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,316 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
40 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.6

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,365 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
40 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.6

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
912 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
40 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.6

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.

Related info for your journey

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

    Currently priced at $1,417, 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 Hainan Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,422 and $1,436, respectively. These flights start at 27% 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 ($888), Air China ($924), and Air India ($956).

  • 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.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from London to Melbourne?

    The most popular stopover on flights from London to Melbourne is Doha.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for London to Melbourne flights?

    Of the flights from London to Melbourne that have stopovers, the fewest flights stop in Guangzhou.

  • 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Melbourne (average of $132). Flying from London to Melbourne in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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 27 June 2025.
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Air ChinaCheapest$1,058Average$2,535FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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China EasternCheapest$1,194Average$1,753FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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China SouthernCheapest$1,237Average$1,628FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapest$1,352Average$1,561FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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Air IndiaCheapest$1,510Average$2,062FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,511Average$2,079FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,569Average$2,054FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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China AirlinesCheapest$1,625Average$1,800FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,666Average$2,088FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$1,826Average$2,654FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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