Cheap flights from Melbourne to Rome from $787

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 3/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — ROM
12 Oct — 19 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Rome are usually found in March or February, booked 35 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Rome

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) to Rome (ROM). 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 12 September 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,315

One-way from

$787

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$2,013
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 16/10-3/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 73h 05m total
  • Melbourne to Rome
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 3/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 40h 10m total
  • Melbourne to Rome
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($252 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($93 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Rome

Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Rome
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Rome. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 September 2025.

Thu 16/1014:25MEL - FCO
2 stops36h 55mTurkish Airlines
Mon 3/1111:15FCO - MEL
2 stops36h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 11/9$1,315
Tue 23/916:00MEL - FCO
2 stops34h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/1119:50FCO - MEL
1 stop33h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/9$1,321
Thu 2/1013:25MEL - FCO
2 stops42h 05mTurkish Airlines
Thu 6/1111:15FCO - MEL
2 stops36h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/9$1,324
Fri 31/1022:55MEL - FCO
2 stops33h 00mTurkish Airlines
Sun 16/1111:15FCO - MEL
2 stops23h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/9$1,328
Thu 20/1113:00MEL - FCO
2 stops39h 15mChina Eastern
Sun 7/1220:15FCO - MEL
1 stop31h 50mChina Eastern
Deal found 11/9$1,336
Sun 23/1120:15MEL - FCO
1 stop31h 35mAir China
Fri 5/1219:50FCO - MEL
1 stop33h 55mAir China
Deal found 11/9$1,338
Sun 23/1115:00MEL - FCO
2 stops28h 50mTurkish Airlines
Sun 7/1206:45FCO - MEL
2 stops43h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 11/9$1,341
Wed 19/1116:55MEL - FCO
2 stops26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/1219:35FCO - MEL
2 stops39h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/9$1,342
Fri 21/1121:40MEL - FCO
1 stop43h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/1219:50FCO - MEL
1 stop33h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/9$1,344
Sat 25/1018:00MEL - FCO
1 stop21h 40mEtihad Airways
Sat 1/1122:00FCO - MEL
1 stop33h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 10/9$1,348
Tue 18/1121:40MEL - FCO
1 stop43h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 16/211:00FCO - MEL
2 stops47h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/9$1,357
Wed 24/915:15MEL - FCO
1 stop31h 00mQatar Airways
Sun 16/1122:05FCO - MEL
1 stop33h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/9$1,365

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Melbourne

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Rome

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Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneRome

MEL - FCO

MELFCO

Melbourne

Wed 14/1

15:10-21:55

2 stops40h 45m

Rome Fiumicino

Tue 3/2

19:45-11:15

2 stops29h 30m

$1,363

MelbourneRome

MEL - FCO

MELFCO

Melbourne

Thu 20/11

18:20-05:40

1 stop21h 20m

Rome Fiumicino

Tue 10/2

10:25-17:00

1 stop20h 35m

$1,371

MelbourneRome

MEL - FCO

MELFCO

Melbourne

Tue 18/11

18:20-18:00

1 stop33h 40m

Rome Fiumicino

Thu 4/12

22:00-17:00

1 stop33h 00m

$1,371

MelbourneRome

MEL - FCO

MELFCO

Melbourne

Thu 20/11

18:20-05:40

1 stop21h 20m

Rome Fiumicino

Fri 5/12

10:25-17:00

1 stop20h 35m

$1,371

MelbourneRome

MEL - FCO

MELFCO

Melbourne

Tue 18/11

18:20-05:40

1 stop21h 20m

Rome Fiumicino

Sun 7/12

10:25-17:00

1 stop20h 35m

$1,374

MelbourneRome

MEL - FCO

MELFCO

Melbourne

Tue 18/11

18:20-05:40

1 stop21h 20m

Rome Fiumicino

Fri 5/12

10:25-17:00

1 stop20h 35m

$1,374

MelbourneRome

MEL - FCO

MELFCO

Melbourne

Wed 19/11

18:20-05:40

1 stop21h 20m

Rome Fiumicino

Fri 5/12

10:25-17:00

1 stop20h 35m

$1,374

MelbourneRome

MEL - FCO

MELFCO

Melbourne

Wed 19/11

18:20-05:40

1 stop21h 20m

Rome Fiumicino

Sun 7/12

10:25-17:00

1 stop20h 35m

$1,374

MelbourneRome

MEL - FCO

MELFCO

Melbourne

Sun 8/3

18:20-05:40

1 stop21h 20m

Rome Fiumicino

Thu 12/3

10:25-17:00

1 stop20h 35m

$1,378

MelbourneRome

MEL - FCO

MELFCO

Melbourne

Tue 7/10

00:30-23:30

2 stops32h 00m

Rome Fiumicino

Sun 26/10

11:15-09:25

2 stops36h 10m

$1,389

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Rome

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne to Rome

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Rome. Price data was last updated on 29 August 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne to Rome, you should look to book at least 35 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Rome (average of $837). Flying from Melbourne to Rome in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,623). 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 ROM?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Rome. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 12 September 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Melbourne to Rome in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 29% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Rome. Price data was last updated on 18 November 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne to Rome flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday 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 to Rome?

Reviews of airlines servicing Rome

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Rome. 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 Rome. Reviews last updated 12 September 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways from Melbourne to Rome have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,June 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,June 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,June 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,June 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,June 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,June 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Related info for your journey

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

    Turkish Airlines and Etihad Airways can get you from Melbourne to Rome in just under 21h 20m. Your travel time can differ by up to 19h 25m. The distance between Melbourne and Rome is about 15974 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    According to our current data, Sichuan Airlines ($964), Air China ($997), and China Eastern ($1,033) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne to Rome. These flights start at 46% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the most popular routes from Melbourne to Rome?

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

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a stopover in Dubai?

    Dubai Mall, Gold Souq, and Burj Khalifa are currently the most popular points of interest in Dubai. Dubai Mall, Gold Souq, and Burj Khalifa are located about 10.5 km, 6.8 km, and 11.0 km, respectively from Dubai Intl. Travellers in need of a car in Dubai can hire one for about $25 per day.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Rome (average of $837). Flying from Melbourne to Rome in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,623). 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 Rome

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Rome. 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 12 September 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$964Average$983FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Air ChinaCheapest$997Average$1,639FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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China EasternCheapest$1,033Average$1,417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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China SouthernCheapest$1,051Average$1,561FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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China AirlinesCheapest$1,274Average$1,585FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,295Average$1,668FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,320Average$1,970FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,363Average$1,774FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,400Average$2,479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,517Average$2,179FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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