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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Philadelphia from $1,039

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 3/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — PHL
7 Dec — 14 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Philadelphia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to Philadelphia (PHL). 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 7 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,511

One-way from

$1,039

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,928
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 17/4-18/5
  • 6 total stops
  • 65h 53m total
  • Melbourne to Philadelphia
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Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 3/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 10m total
  • Melbourne to Philadelphia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($827 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($135 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Philadelphia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Philadelphia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 7 November 2025.

Mon 24/1112:00MEL - PHL
1 stop21h 44mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/1213:40PHL - MEL
1 stop23h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/11$1,659
Mon 24/1113:00MEL - PHL
2 stops37h 24mUnited Airlines
Tue 2/1213:15PHL - MEL
3 stops28h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/11$1,676
Sun 23/1112:00MEL - PHL
1 stop27h 46mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/1210:46PHL - MEL
1 stop26h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/11$1,733
Sun 23/1113:00MEL - PHL
2 stops36h 46mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/1217:58PHL - MEL
2 stops47h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/11$1,751
Mon 24/1112:00MEL - PHL
2 stops27h 46mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/1209:48PHL - MEL
2 stops31h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$1,767
Sun 23/1111:05MEL - PHL
2 stops24h 54mQantas Airways
Tue 2/1215:51PHL - MEL
1 stop45h 09mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/11$1,928
Mon 24/1112:00MEL - PHL
1 stop27h 46mQantas Airways
Mon 1/1213:40PHL - MEL
1 stop23h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/11$1,970
Sun 23/1109:00MEL - PHL
2 stops26h 59mQantas Airways
Mon 1/1213:40PHL - MEL
1 stop23h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/11$2,082

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MelbournePhiladelphia

MEL - PHL

MELPHL

Melbourne

Fri 17/4

06:00-22:53

3 stops30h 53m

Philadelphia

Mon 18/5

10:35-11:35

3 stops35h 00m

$1,511

MelbournePhiladelphia

MEL - PHL

MELPHL

Melbourne

Mon 24/11

12:00-17:44

1 stop21h 44m

Philadelphia

Mon 1/12

13:40-05:00

1 stop23h 20m

$1,659

MelbournePhiladelphia

MEL - PHL

MELPHL

Melbourne

Mon 24/11

13:00-10:24

2 stops37h 24m

Philadelphia

Tue 2/12

15:05-09:30

2 stops26h 25m

$1,676

MelbournePhiladelphia

MEL - PHL

MELPHL

Melbourne

Fri 17/4

14:35-21:16

1 stop20h 41m

Philadelphia

Mon 18/5

15:35-05:00

1 stop23h 25m

$1,676

MelbournePhiladelphia

MEL - PHL

MELPHL

Melbourne

Mon 24/11

12:00-23:46

1 stop27h 46m

Philadelphia

Tue 2/12

15:51-05:00

1 stop45h 09m

$1,676

MelbournePhiladelphia

MEL - PHL

MELPHL

Melbourne

Mon 24/11

13:00-14:07

3 stops41h 07m

Philadelphia

Mon 1/12

12:47-09:30

2 stops28h 43m

$1,676

MelbournePhiladelphia

MEL - PHL

MELPHL

Melbourne

Sat 24/1

08:35-21:52

2 stops29h 17m

Philadelphia

Mon 2/2

12:40-10:55

2 stops30h 15m

$1,727

MelbournePhiladelphia

MEL - PHL

MELPHL

Melbourne

Sun 23/11

13:00-09:46

2 stops36h 46m

Philadelphia

Mon 1/12

17:58-09:30

2 stops47h 32m

$1,751

MelbournePhiladelphia

MEL - PHL

MELPHL

Melbourne

Fri 17/4

10:55-22:41

3 stops25h 46m

Philadelphia

Mon 18/5

10:15-08:15

2 stops32h 00m

$1,751

MelbournePhiladelphia

MEL - PHL

MELPHL

Melbourne

Sun 3/5

18:55-05:23

3 stops48h 28m

$1,303

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Philadelphia

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

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Philadelphia (average of $514). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Philadelphia in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,494). 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 PHL?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Philadelphia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 7 November 2025.

When flying from Melbourne Airport to Philadelphia, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 18% versus a flight in the evening.

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

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne Airport to Philadelphia flight should consider departing on Monday 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Philadelphia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Philadelphia. 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 Philadelphia. Reviews last updated 7 November 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Fiji Airways, Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways from Melbourne Airport to Philadelphia. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
209 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
209 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
209 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
526 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
209 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
929 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
209 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,007 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
209 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,041 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
209 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.

Related info for your journey

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

    Philadelphia (PHL) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Melbourne to Philadelphia. You should not have trouble finding flights to Philadelphia from Melbourne; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Melbourne per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 5 airlines have flights to the Philadelphia airport from Melbourne. It is only a 11.2 km journey from Philadelphia (PHL) to Philadelphia’s city centre.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Melbourne Airport to Philadelphia in 20h 41m. Fly via American Airlines, United Airlines, or Qantas Airways to get the fastest option. The distance from Melbourne Airport to Philadelphia is about 16549 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Melbourne Airport to Philadelphia is United Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,438 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Qantas Airways and Air New Zealand, starting at $1,492 and $1,655 round-trip. These flights start at 36% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Philadelphia (average of $514). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Philadelphia in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,494). 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 5 airlines flying from Melbourne to Philadelphia

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Philadelphia. 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 7 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$1,438Average$1,737FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,492Average$2,145FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,655Average$2,031FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,796Average$2,035FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$2,357Average$2,803FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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