Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Perth from $243

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 22/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — PER
3 May — 10 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Perth are usually found in May or August, booked 58 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Friday and return on a Saturday

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Perth
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Perth. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 3 April 2026.

Thu 14/518:45
MEL
-
PER
Nonstop4h 25m
Virgin Australia
Sun 24/506:00
PER
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 35m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 30/3$374
Thu 16/421:45
MEL
-
PER
Nonstop4h 25m
Virgin Australia
Sat 25/416:45
PER
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 35m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 30/3$378
Fri 29/517:45
MEL
-
PER
Nonstop4h 25m
Virgin Australia
Tue 2/612:20
PER
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 35m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 30/3$380
Wed 27/520:45
MEL
-
PER
Nonstop4h 25m
Virgin Australia
Sat 30/510:20
PER
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 35m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 30/3$381
Fri 24/421:45
MEL
-
PER
Nonstop4h 25m
Virgin Australia
Mon 27/423:45
PER
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 35m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 30/3$382
Wed 6/507:15
MEL
-
PER
Nonstop4h 25m
Virgin Australia
Thu 7/518:10
PER
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 35m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 30/3$400
Thu 14/520:45
MEL
-
PER
Nonstop4h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 21/523:45
PER
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/3$406
Sat 2/507:15
MEL
-
PER
Nonstop4h 25m
Virgin Australia
Wed 6/516:45
PER
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 35m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 2/4$407
Wed 20/512:15
MEL
-
PER
Nonstop4h 25m
Virgin Australia
Tue 9/607:30
PER
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 35m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 2/4$408
Sat 16/506:20
MEL
-
PER
Nonstop4h 10m
Jetstar
Thu 4/623:45
PER
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 3/4$410
Wed 20/516:05
MEL
-
PER
Nonstop4h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/607:30
PER
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/4$411

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Perth

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to Perth (PER). 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 3 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$374

One-way from

$243

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$604

Good round-trip deal

$450 or less

Good one-way deal

$312 or less
Virgin Australia
  • Virgin Australia
  • 14/5-24/5
  • Nonstop
  • 8h 00m total
  • Melbourne to Perth
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 22/4
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 10m total
  • Melbourne to Perth
High demand for flights, 0% potential price rise
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($14 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Melbourne to Perth.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Melbourne to Perth.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight
Fastest return journey

MelbournePerth

MEL - PER

MELPER

Melbourne

Thu 21/5

06:20-08:30

Nonstop4h 10m

Perth

Sun 24/5

23:45-05:20

Nonstop3h 35m

$414

MelbournePerth

MEL - PER

MELPER

Melbourne

Fri 22/5

16:10-18:30

Nonstop4h 20m

Perth

Mon 25/5

23:45-05:20

Nonstop3h 35m

$414

MelbournePerth

MEL - PER

MELPER

Melbourne

Thu 14/5

06:20-08:30

Nonstop4h 10m

Perth

Sun 17/5

23:45-05:20

Nonstop3h 35m

$414

MelbournePerth

MEL - PER

MELPER

Melbourne

Fri 4/9

06:20-08:30

Nonstop4h 10m

Perth

Mon 7/9

23:45-05:20

Nonstop3h 35m

$416

MelbournePerth

MEL - PER

MELPER

Melbourne

Fri 19/6

06:20-08:30

Nonstop4h 10m

Perth

Tue 30/6

23:45-05:20

Nonstop3h 35m

$419

MelbournePerth

MEL - PER

MELPER

Melbourne

Sun 17/5

06:20-08:30

Nonstop4h 10m

Perth

Fri 29/5

23:45-05:20

Nonstop3h 35m

$427

MelbournePerth

MEL - PER

MELPER

Melbourne

Thu 16/7

06:20-08:30

Nonstop4h 10m

Perth

Sun 19/7

23:45-05:20

Nonstop3h 35m

$443

MelbournePerth

MEL - PER

MELPER

Melbourne

Mon 18/5

06:20-08:30

Nonstop4h 10m

Perth

Mon 25/5

23:45-05:20

Nonstop3h 35m

$487

MelbournePerth

MEL - PER

MELPER

Melbourne

Thu 2/7

06:20-08:30

Nonstop4h 10m

Perth

Mon 6/7

23:45-05:20

Nonstop3h 35m

$493

MelbournePerth

MEL - PER

MELPER

Melbourne

Sun 28/6

06:20-08:30

Nonstop4h 10m

Perth

Sat 25/7

15:35-21:10

Nonstop3h 35m

$498

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Perth

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Perth. Price data was last updated on 2 April 2026.

The best time to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Perth is 58 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Perth (average of $196). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Perth in December is currently the most expensive (average of $271). 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 MEL to PER?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Perth. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 3 April 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Melbourne Airport to Perth in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 17% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne Airport to Perth?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Perth. Price data was last updated on 28 March 2026.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne Airport to Perth flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday 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 Melbourne Airport to Perth?

Reviews of airlines servicing Perth

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Perth. 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 Perth. Reviews last updated 3 April 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Virgin Australia,Qantas Airways, andJetstar from Melbourne Airport to Perth to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Perth. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Perth from Melbourne?

    For a flight from Melbourne to Perth, you will be flying into Perth. Perth (PER) is just 10.2 km from the centre vof the city. Perth is the only Perth airport and it handles 25 inbound flights from Melbourne per day. 3 airlines have flights to Perth from Melbourne on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Perth?

    A quick flight from Melbourne Airport to Perth can take about 4h 10m. Jetstar provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $414. The distance between Melbourne Airport and Perth is about 2699 km. All flights are typically direct.

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

    Flying on Jetstar is currently your cheapest option to Perth, with prices starting at $209. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways, with the lowest prices starting at $275 and $392, respectively. Jetstar is priced at 58% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    $184 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Jetstar. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways, with prices starting from $234 and $326, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne Airport to Perth?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Melbourne Airport to Perth consider choosing Malaysia Airlines(79%), South African(76%) or Qantas Airways(76%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to Perth?

    While on average a flight from Melbourne Airport to Perth is generally $490, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $250. When looking at the most popular route, (Melbourne - Perth), you can expect to pay $407 for that flight.

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

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

    Most Adelaide visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Adelaide Central Market, Ayers House Museum, and Adelaide Festival Centre. Adelaide Central Market, Ayers House Museum, and Adelaide Festival Centre are located about 6.4 km, 7.6 km, and 6.7 km, respectively from Adelaide. Travellers in need of a car in Adelaide can hire one for about $59 per day.

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

    Sydney Opera House, The Metro Theatre, and Theatre Royal are the most popular attractions in Sydney if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Those on a layover in Sydney interested in visiting Sydney Opera House, The Metro Theatre, or Theatre Royal can do so by travelling 9.9 km, 7.6 km, and 8.4 km, respectively from Sydney Kingsford Smith. Travellers in need of a car in Sydney can hire one for about $54 per day.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Perth (average of $196). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Perth in December is currently the most expensive (average of $271). 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 3 airlines flying from Melbourne to Perth

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$209Average$445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$275Average$561FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$392Average$815FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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