Cheap flights from Melbourne to Rome from $559

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 18/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — ROM
8 Jan — 15 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Rome are usually found in November or March, booked 48 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Saturday

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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 9 December 2025.

Fri 12/1212:00MEL - FCO
1 stop40h 40mChina Eastern
Fri 19/1220:40FCO - MEL
1 stop31h 25mChina Eastern
Deal found 7/12$1,397
Mon 8/1212:00MEL - FCO
1 stop40h 40mChina Eastern
Mon 15/1220:40FCO - MEL
1 stop27h 20mChina Eastern
Deal found 6/12$2,044
Sun 28/1221:40MEL - FCO
1 stop43h 00mSichuan Airlines
Tue 30/1212:00FCO - MEL
1 stop40h 30mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 8/12$2,059
Tue 23/1221:40MEL - FCO
1 stop43h 00mSichuan Airlines
Tue 30/1212:00FCO - MEL
1 stop40h 30mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 8/12$2,133
Tue 9/1201:00MEL - CIA
3 stops44h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 23/1208:05CIA - MEL
3 stops44h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/12$2,174
Mon 8/1218:20MEL - FCO
2 stops26h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 15/1213:10FCO - MEL
3 stops34h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$2,216
Fri 12/1217:25MEL - FCO
2 stops35h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 19/1220:40FCO - MEL
1 stop31h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/12$2,217
Wed 24/1220:15MEL - FCO
1 stop31h 35mAir China
Tue 13/119:50FCO - MEL
1 stop33h 50mAir China
Deal found 8/12$2,225
Thu 25/1221:40MEL - FCO
1 stop43h 00mSichuan Airlines
Tue 30/1212:00FCO - MEL
1 stop40h 30mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 8/12$2,309
Fri 26/1220:15MEL - FCO
1 stop31h 35mMultiple Airlines
Fri 30/119:50FCO - MEL
2 stops37h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/12$2,327
Tue 9/1216:10MEL - CIA
2 stops28h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 23/1208:05CIA - MEL
3 stops44h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/12$2,547
Thu 11/1207:00MEL - CIA
3 stops38h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 22/1216:45CIA - MEL
3 stops31h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/12$2,879

Find 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 9 December 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,238

One-way from

$559

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$2,323
23/5-9/6
  • 23/5-9/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 63h 20m total
  • Melbourne to Rome
Sichuan Airlines
  • Sichuan Airlines
  • 18/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 43h 00m total
  • Melbourne to Rome
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($163 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($78 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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Price

MelbourneRome

MEL - FCO

MELFCO

Melbourne

Thu 5/2

18:20-05:40

1 stop21h 20m

Rome Fiumicino

Sat 14/2

10:25-17:00

1 stop20h 35m

$1,280

MelbourneRome

MEL - FCO

MELFCO

Melbourne

Fri 22/5

23:30-18:25

2 stops26h 55m

Rome Fiumicino

Fri 12/6

20:00-06:15

2 stops26h 15m

$1,293

MelbourneRome

MEL - FCO

MELFCO

Melbourne

Sat 17/1

12:00-18:40

1 stop40h 40m

Rome Fiumicino

Wed 28/1

20:40-14:05

1 stop31h 25m

$1,369

MelbourneRome

MEL - FCO

MELFCO

Melbourne

Fri 1/5

17:10-18:45

1 stop33h 35m

Rome Fiumicino

Mon 1/6

22:50-15:35

1 stop32h 45m

$1,402

MelbourneRome

MEL - FCO

MELFCO

Melbourne

Fri 1/5

17:10-18:45

1 stop33h 35m

Rome Fiumicino

Sun 31/5

11:10-15:35

1 stop20h 25m

$1,402

MelbourneRome

MEL - FCO

MELFCO

Melbourne

Fri 1/5

17:10-18:45

1 stop33h 35m

Rome Fiumicino

Sat 30/5

22:50-15:35

1 stop32h 45m

$1,402

MelbourneRome

MEL - FCO

MELFCO

Melbourne

Wed 29/4

12:05-09:20

2 stops29h 15m

Rome Fiumicino

Wed 3/6

20:00-07:30

2 stops27h 30m

$1,409

MelbourneRome

MEL - FCO

MELFCO

Melbourne

Mon 11/5

15:55-09:20

2 stops25h 25m

Rome Fiumicino

Thu 4/6

20:00-07:30

2 stops27h 30m

$1,409

MelbourneRome

MEL - FCO

MELFCO

Melbourne

Fri 1/5

13:25-18:25

2 stops37h 00m

Rome Fiumicino

Sat 30/5

07:05-08:10

2 stops41h 05m

$1,470

MelbourneRome

MEL - FCO

MELFCO

Melbourne

Thu 5/2

16:10-06:45

1 stop24h 35m

Rome Fiumicino

Sat 14/2

09:45-23:20

2 stops27h 35m

$1,497

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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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 5 December 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne to Rome, you should look to book at least 48 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Rome (average of $969). Flying from Melbourne to Rome in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,679). 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 9 December 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Melbourne to Rome in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 10% 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 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne to Rome flight should consider departing on Monday at midday 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 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 9 December 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.

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

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

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

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

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

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

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

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

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

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

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

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?

    Etihad Airways and China Eastern can get you from Melbourne to Rome in just under 21h 20m. Your travel time can differ by up to 19h 20m. 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 ($963), China Eastern ($1,028), and Air China ($1,227) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne to Rome. These flights start at 45% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    $510 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Sichuan Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Singapore Airlines and China Eastern, with prices starting from $661 and $687, respectively.

  • 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 some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Dubai?

    Dubai travellers tend to visit Dubai Mall, Burj Khalifa, and Ibn Battuta Mall more than any other notable places. Dubai Mall, Burj Khalifa, and Ibn Battuta Mall can be accessed by travelling approximately 10.5 km, 11.0 km, and 33.7 km, respectively from Dubai Intl. Travellers in need of a car in Dubai can hire one for about $41 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Rome (average of $969). Flying from Melbourne to Rome in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,679). 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$963Average$982FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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China EasternCheapest$1,028Average$1,350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Air ChinaCheapest$1,227Average$1,723FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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China AirlinesCheapest$1,273Average$1,585FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,308Average$1,683FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,311Average$1,760FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,400Average$2,489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,406Average$1,978FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,570Average$1,930FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,652Average$2,172FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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