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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Osaka from $389

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 5/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — OSA
26 Aug — 2 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Osaka
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Osaka. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 27 July 2026.

Sat 14/1122:15
MEL
-
KIX
1 stop17h 45m
Shenzhen Airlines
Fri 27/1115:00
KIX
-
MEL
1 stop20h 00m
Shenzhen Airlines
Deal found 24/7$834
Tue 28/700:30
MEL
-
KIX
1 stop20h 00m
AirAsia X
Wed 5/811:05
KIX
-
MEL
1 stop32h 25m
AirAsia X
Deal found 23/7$844
Mon 10/806:15
MEL
-
KIX
2 stops31h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 26/820:55
KIX
-
MEL
2 stops22h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/7$846
Mon 7/906:15
MEL
-
KIX
1 stop28h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 14/913:45
KIX
-
MEL
2 stops32h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/7$850
Tue 11/821:35
MEL
-
KIX
1 stop18h 00m
Scoot
Mon 24/815:50
KIX
-
MEL
1 stop27h 30m
Scoot
Deal found 25/7$867
Tue 1/913:00
MEL
-
KIX
2 stops30h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 13/915:50
KIX
-
MEL
1 stop27h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7$874
Sun 9/821:35
MEL
-
KIX
1 stop17h 30m
Scoot
Mon 24/815:50
KIX
-
MEL
1 stop18h 55m
Scoot
Deal found 25/7$877
Fri 16/1022:20
MEL
-
KIX
1 stop17h 55m
Shenzhen Airlines
Fri 30/1015:00
KIX
-
MEL
1 stop20h 00m
Shenzhen Airlines
Deal found 25/7$884
Tue 25/813:00
MEL
-
UKB
2 stops32h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 7/913:00
UKB
-
MEL
3 stops30h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7$936
Sat 15/806:15
MEL
-
UKB
2 stops34h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 31/816:30
UKB
-
MEL
2 stops29h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/7$1,145
Sat 5/913:00
MEL
-
UKB
2 stops27h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 12/916:30
UKB
-
MEL
2 stops20h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/7$1,251
Sat 22/813:00
MEL
-
UKB
2 stops27h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 29/816:30
UKB
-
MEL
2 stops20h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/7$1,256

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Osaka

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to Osaka (OSA). 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 July 2026.

Round-trip from

$834

One-way from

$389

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,281
Shenzhen Airlines
  • Shenzhen Airlines
  • 14/11-27/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 45m total
  • Melbourne to Osaka
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AirAsia X
  • AirAsia X
  • 5/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 29h 35m total
  • Melbourne to Osaka
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($207 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($63 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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Depart

Return

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Cheapest return flight

MelbourneOsaka

MEL - KIX

MELKIX

Melbourne

Mon 12/10

22:35-14:35

1 stop18h 00m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Mon 19/10

09:20-23:35

2 stops36h 15m

$973

MelbourneKobe

MEL - UKB

MELUKB

Melbourne

Tue 8/9

13:00-11:45

2 stops23h 45m

Kobe

Tue 15/9

11:40-11:45

2 stops23h 05m

$1,236

MelbourneOsaka

MEL - KIX

MELKIX

Melbourne

Sun 6/9

08:00-11:40

1 stop28h 40m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Fri 11/9

22:25-06:00

1 stop30h 35m

$1,345

MelbourneOsaka

MEL - KIX

MELKIX

Melbourne

Wed 23/9

08:00-21:10

1 stop14h 10m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Sat 10/10

12:55-07:00

1 stop16h 05m

$1,345

MelbourneOsaka

MEL - KIX

MELKIX

Melbourne

Sat 22/8

06:15-09:50

1 stop28h 35m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Sun 13/9

11:05-05:00

1 stop16h 55m

$1,421

MelbourneOsaka

MEL - KIX

MELKIX

Melbourne

Sun 20/9

10:35-07:20

1 stop21h 45m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Wed 7/10

10:00-23:15

1 stop35h 15m

$1,444

MelbourneOsaka

MEL - KIX

MELKIX

Melbourne

Fri 21/8

00:30-08:30

1 stop33h 00m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Sun 13/9

15:30-22:35

2 stops30h 05m

$1,490

MelbourneOsaka

MEL - KIX

MELKIX

Melbourne

Thu 7/1

23:20-13:20

1 stop16h 00m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Mon 11/1

14:30-12:05

1 stop19h 35m

$1,563

MelbourneOsaka

MEL - KIX

MELKIX

Melbourne

Thu 7/1

05:55-07:55

1 stop28h 00m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Fri 15/1

21:20-08:35

1 stop33h 15m

$1,709

MelbourneOsaka

MEL - ITM

MELITM

Melbourne

Fri 6/11

21:40-19:50

2 stops24h 10m

Osaka Itami

Fri 13/11

10:45-14:30

2 stops25h 45m

$1,729

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Osaka

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne Airport to Osaka

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Osaka (average of $817). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Osaka in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,597). 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.

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

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Melbourne Airport to Osaka flights typically cost between $741 and $1,113 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $834 on Shenzhen Airlines (14 Nov–27 Nov).

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Melbourne Airport to Osaka?

Share of one-stop return flights from Melbourne Airport to Osaka chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Shanghai (PVG) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 25% of one-stop itineraries from Melbourne Airport to Osaka on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Melbourne Airport to Osaka?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from Melbourne Airport to Osaka, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Haikou (HAK) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $531.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Melbourne Airport to Osaka?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Melbourne Airport to Osaka, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Sydney (SYD) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 13h 20m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Melbourne Airport to Osaka?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Melbourne Airport to Osaka, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Sydney (SYD) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 2h 13m.

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

The price you pay for your flight from Melbourne Airport to Osaka may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 78 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing Osaka

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Osaka. 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 Osaka. Reviews last updated 27 July 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne Airport to Osaka, such as Singapore Airlines,Cathay Pacific, andChina Southern. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,584 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,584 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,584 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,431 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,584 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
China Southern
7.4
Good
164 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,584 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
China Eastern
7.3
Good
229 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,584 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
559 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,584 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Osaka. 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 Melbourne Airport to Osaka?

    Departing from Melbourne Airport to Osaka will take you 21h 45m. The distance between Melbourne Airport and Osaka is about 8072 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Flying on Scoot is currently your cheapest option to Osaka, with prices starting at $89. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by AirAsia X and Juneyao Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $410 and $487, respectively. These flights start at 91% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Scoot, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $342. However, be on the lookout for offers from Juneyao Airlines and China Southern, as they are both options that can get you from Melbourne Airport to Osaka for a low price.

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

    The most popular route from Melbourne Airport to Osaka is Melbourne - Osaka Kansai Intl. You may also consider Melbourne - Osaka Itami or Melbourne - Kobe.

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

    Of the flights from Melbourne Airport to Osaka that have stopovers, most of them stop in Shanghai. Hong Kong follows Shanghai in terms of the most common stopover location on Melbourne Airport to Osaka flights.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Shanghai?

    The majority of Shanghai visitors spend their time at People's Square, Shanghai Disneyland, and French Concession. Those on a stopover in Shanghai interested in visiting People's Square, Shanghai Disneyland, or French Concession can do so by traveling 32.7 km, 14.1 km, and 32.8 km, respectively from Shanghai Pu Dong.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Hong Kong?

    The majority of Hong Kong visitors spend their time at Yau Ma Tei Fruit Market, Temple Street Night Market, and Mid-levels Escalators. Yau Ma Tei Fruit Market, Temple Street Night Market, and Mid-levels Escalators can be visited by travelling about 25.7 km, 25.8 km, and 24.5 km respectively from Hong Kong Intl.

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

    Melbourne Airport to Osaka flights that have stopovers will least frequently stop in Singapore.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Osaka 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 Melbourne Airport to Osaka?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Osaka (average of $817). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Osaka in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,597). 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 Melbourne to Osaka

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Osaka. 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 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
ScootCheapest$89Average$868FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirAsia XCheapest$410Average$754FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Juneyao AirlinesCheapest$487Average$914FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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China SouthernCheapest$575Average$728FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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China EasternCheapest$730Average$888FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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JetstarCheapest$762Average$1,094FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Vietnam AirlinesCheapest$773Average$1,063FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$817Average$1,359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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China AirlinesCheapest$925Average$1,135FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Japan AirlinesCheapest$951Average$2,016FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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