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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Perth from $206

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 14/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — PER
13 Jul — 20 Jul1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Perth are usually found in May or August, booked 63 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Perth

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) 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 8 July 2025.

Round-trip from

$377

One-way from

$206

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$460
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 19/8-23/8
  • Nonstop
  • 7h 45m total
  • Melbourne to Perth
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 14/8
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 10m total
  • Melbourne to Perth
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($78 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($19 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
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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 8 July 2025.

Wed 20/806:20MEL - PER
Nonstop4h 10mJetstar
Wed 27/823:40PER - MEL
Nonstop3h 35mJetstar
Deal found 7/7$378
Mon 11/806:00AVV - PER
1 stop18h 50mJetstar
Tue 19/823:55PER - AVV
1 stop7h 50mJetstar
Deal found 6/7$630
Thu 21/820:55AVV - PER
1 stop14h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 27/806:00PER - AVV
1 stop12h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/7$741

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Perth 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 8 July 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne to Perth that are best for you.

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Melbourne

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Perth

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbournePerth

MEL - PER

MELPER

Melbourne

Tue 19/8

06:20-08:30

Nonstop4h 10m

Perth

Sat 23/8

23:40-05:15

Nonstop3h 35m

$377

MelbournePerth

AVV - PER

AVVPER

Melbourne Avalon

Mon 11/8

06:00-22:50

1 stop18h 50m

Perth

Tue 19/8

23:55-09:45

1 stop7h 50m

$630

MelbournePerth

AVV - PER

AVVPER

Melbourne Avalon

Thu 21/8

20:55-09:30

1 stop14h 35m

Perth

Wed 27/8

06:00-20:15

1 stop12h 15m

$741

MelbournePerth

MEL - PER

MELPER

Melbourne

Thu 14/8

06:20-08:30

Nonstop4h 10m

$206

MelbournePerth

MEL - PER

MELPER

Melbourne

Sat 19/7

07:15-09:40

Nonstop4h 25m

$280

MelbournePerth

AVV - PER

AVVPER

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 27/8

06:00-14:55

1 stop10h 55m

$312

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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 to Perth

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne 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 27 June 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Melbourne to Perth may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 63 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Perth (average of $286). Flying from Melbourne to Perth in December is currently the most expensive (average of $409). 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 8 July 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Melbourne to Perth in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 21% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

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

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

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

Weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Perth

Explore weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Perth. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 8 July 2025.

The most flights from ME1 to PER are scheduled on a Sunday (74 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (45 on average).

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 8 July 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne to Perth, such as Virgin Australia and Jetstar. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
408 reviews
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Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
408 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
408 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
457 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
408 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.

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?

    If you book a flight to Perth from Melbourne, you will be flying to Perth, which is the city’s only airport. Perth (PER) is located 10.2 km from the centre of Perth. There are 58 flights from Melbourne to Perth per day from 4 different airlines.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Melbourne to Perth round-trip?

    Currently priced at $377, Jetstar will fly you from Melbourne to Perth and back. In addition to Jetstar, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Jetstar is currently priced 21% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Melbourne to Perth consider choosing Etihad Airways(95%), South African(91%) or Air Mauritius(91%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Perth?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Melbourne to Perth? While on average our users pay $1,292, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $206. The most popular route (Melbourne - Perth), is priced around $378.

  • 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 to Perth?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Perth (average of $286). Flying from Melbourne to Perth in December is currently the most expensive (average of $409). 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 4 airlines flying from Melbourne to Perth

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Perth. 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 8 July 2025.
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RexCheapest$207Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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JetstarCheapest$245Average$547FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$322Average$606FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$466Average$841FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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