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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Phoenix from $588

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 23/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — PHX
24 Feb — 3 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Phoenix
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Phoenix. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 25 January 2026.

Wed 11/313:45
MEL
-
PHX
2 stops28h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 18/312:17
PHX
-
MEL
2 stops30h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/1$1,170
Mon 2/313:55
MEL
-
PHX
2 stops28h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 14/318:07
PHX
-
MEL
2 stops24h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/1$1,220
Wed 18/207:10
MEL
-
PHX
2 stops28h 15m
Air Canada
Sun 22/218:30
PHX
-
MEL
2 stops25h 45m
Air Canada
Deal found 22/1$1,865
Mon 2/307:45
MEL
-
PHX
2 stops27h 40m
Air Canada
Sat 14/323:20
PHX
-
MEL
3 stops43h 15m
Air Canada
Deal found 23/1$1,985
Sun 25/108:35
MEL
-
PHX
2 stops32h 05m
Air New Zealand
Tue 27/111:35
PHX
-
MEL
2 stops29h 20m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 22/1$2,290

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Phoenix

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to Phoenix (PH1). 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 25 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,170

One-way from

$588

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$2,745
11/3-18/3
  • 11/3-18/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 58h 13m total
  • Melbourne to Phoenix
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23/3
  • 23/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 28h 13m total
  • Melbourne to Phoenix
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price ($725 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($107 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Phoenix 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 25 January 2026.
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MelbournePhoenix

MEL - PHX

MELPHX

Melbourne

Wed 11/3

13:45-23:50

2 stops28h 05m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 18/3

12:17-12:25

2 stops30h 08m

$1,170

MelbournePhoenix

MEL - PHX

MELPHX

Melbourne

Mon 2/3

13:55-23:55

2 stops28h 00m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 14/3

18:07-12:25

2 stops24h 18m

$1,220

MelbournePhoenix

MEL - PHX

MELPHX

Melbourne

Wed 18/2

07:10-17:25

2 stops28h 15m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sun 22/2

18:30-14:15

2 stops25h 45m

$1,865

MelbournePhoenix

MEL - PHX

MELPHX

Melbourne

Mon 2/3

07:45-17:25

2 stops27h 40m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 14/3

23:20-12:35

3 stops43h 15m

$1,985

MelbournePhoenix

MEL - PHX

MELPHX

Melbourne

Tue 24/2

13:45-19:08

2 stops23h 23m

$607

MelbournePhoenix

MEL - PHX

MELPHX

Melbourne

Fri 27/2

13:55-23:21

2 stops27h 26m

$616

MelbournePhoenix

MEL - PHX

MELPHX

Melbourne

Sat 28/2

13:55-22:15

3 stops26h 20m

$674

MelbournePhoenix

MEL - PHX

MELPHX

Melbourne

Mon 23/2

06:15-17:40

3 stops53h 25m

$971

MelbournePhoenix

MEL - PHX

MELPHX

Melbourne

Thu 26/2

13:55-22:43

3 stops26h 48m

$977

MelbournePhoenix

MEL - PHX

MELPHX

Melbourne

Wed 25/2

13:10-15:43

3 stops44h 33m

$1,007

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Phoenix

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Phoenix. Price data was last updated on 16 January 2026.

The best time to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Phoenix is 44 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 Phoenix?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Phoenix (average of $972). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Phoenix in January is currently the most expensive (average of $2,261). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Phoenix

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Phoenix. 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 Phoenix. Reviews last updated 25 January 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, andUnited Airlines from Melbourne Airport to Phoenix 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.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
574 reviews
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Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
574 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
574 reviews
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Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
975 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
574 reviews
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Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,198 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
574 reviews
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Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,197 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
574 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,655 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
574 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Phoenix. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Melbourne Airport to Phoenix is United Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $957 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and Air New Zealand, starting at $991 and $1,245 round-trip. United Airlines is currently priced 52% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Phoenix (average of $972). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Phoenix in January is currently the most expensive (average of $2,261). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$957Average$1,480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapest$991Average$1,458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,245Average$1,418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,280Average$1,440FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,307Average$1,641FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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