Cheap flights from Melbourne to Tokyo from $336

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 15/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — TYO
9 Apr — 16 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Tokyo are usually found in November or August, booked 37 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Monday and return on a Thursday

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Tokyo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Tokyo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 10 March 2026.

Mon 15/621:00
MEL
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NRT
2 stops40h 10m
China Southern
Sun 6/912:50
NRT
-
MEL
2 stops29h 30m
China Southern
Deal found 9/3$589
Mon 27/405:15
MEL
-
HND
1 stop18h 20m
AirAsia X
Mon 15/623:50
HND
-
MEL
1 stop22h 25m
AirAsia X
Deal found 9/3$591
Mon 25/510:20
MEL
-
NRT
2 stops28h 00m
China Southern
Sun 7/614:45
NRT
-
MEL
1 stop27h 35m
China Southern
Deal found 9/3$592
Tue 28/405:15
MEL
-
HND
1 stop18h 20m
AirAsia X
Thu 14/523:50
HND
-
MEL
1 stop27h 10m
AirAsia X
Deal found 6/3$594
Sat 2/511:35
MEL
-
NRT
1 stop27h 10m
XiamenAir
Fri 15/514:55
NRT
-
MEL
1 stop17h 40m
XiamenAir
Deal found 10/3$595
Wed 6/500:30
MEL
-
HND
1 stop23h 05m
AirAsia X
Sun 17/523:50
HND
-
MEL
1 stop27h 10m
AirAsia X
Deal found 9/3$595
Sun 24/521:00
MEL
-
NRT
1 stop17h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/619:10
NRT
-
MEL
2 stops36h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/3$597
Sat 2/505:15
MEL
-
HND
1 stop18h 20m
AirAsia X
Sat 16/523:50
HND
-
MEL
1 stop27h 10m
AirAsia X
Deal found 9/3$597
Thu 28/510:20
MEL
-
NRT
1 stop28h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 18/607:40
NRT
-
MEL
2 stops24h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/3$598
Mon 27/405:15
MEL
-
HND
1 stop18h 20m
AirAsia X
Sun 10/523:50
HND
-
MEL
1 stop27h 10m
AirAsia X
Deal found 8/3$598
Tue 2/621:00
MEL
-
NRT
1 stop17h 40m
China Southern
Fri 12/614:45
NRT
-
MEL
1 stop27h 35m
China Southern
Deal found 8/3$601
Mon 1/610:20
MEL
-
HND
2 stops28h 40m
China Southern
Fri 12/615:45
HND
-
MEL
2 stops26h 35m
China Southern
Deal found 9/3$601

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Tokyo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) to Tokyo (TYO). 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 10 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$589

One-way from

$336

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,005
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 15/6-6/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 69h 40m total
  • Melbourne to Tokyo
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 15/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 29h 30m total
  • Melbourne to Tokyo
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($107 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($46 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Tokyo 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 10 March 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

MelbourneTokyo

MEL - HND

MELHND

Melbourne

Fri 15/5

00:30-01:00

1 stop25h 30m

Tokyo Haneda

Thu 28/5

02:00-22:35

1 stop19h 35m

$894

MelbourneTokyo

MEL - HND

MELHND

Melbourne

Sat 6/6

00:30-01:00

1 stop25h 30m

Tokyo Haneda

Tue 9/6

02:00-22:35

1 stop19h 35m

$918

MelbourneTokyo

MEL - NRT

MELNRT

Melbourne

Sun 7/6

11:00-12:50

1 stop26h 50m

Tokyo Narita

Tue 9/6

13:50-09:00

1 stop18h 10m

$920

MelbourneTokyo

MEL - HND

MELHND

Melbourne

Sat 5/9

00:25-15:05

1 stop15h 40m

Tokyo Haneda

Fri 11/9

16:35-22:15

1 stop28h 40m

$944

MelbourneTokyo

AVV - NRT

AVVNRT

Melbourne Avalon

Thu 3/9

06:00-09:05

2 stops28h 05m

Tokyo Narita

Mon 14/9

20:50-20:05

1 stop22h 15m

$1,091

MelbourneTokyo

AVV - NRT

AVVNRT

Melbourne Avalon

Sat 6/6

20:40-17:40

1 stop22h 00m

Tokyo Narita

Wed 10/6

07:40-14:20

2 stops29h 40m

$1,096

MelbourneTokyo

AVV - NRT

AVVNRT

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 26/5

20:40-18:05

2 stops22h 25m

Tokyo Narita

Fri 5/6

20:05-20:05

2 stops23h 00m

$1,126

MelbourneTokyo

MEL - HND

MELHND

Melbourne

Wed 17/6

00:30-01:00

1 stop25h 30m

Tokyo Haneda

Wed 2/9

02:00-22:35

1 stop19h 35m

$1,128

MelbourneTokyo

MEL - NRT

MELNRT

Melbourne

Sat 6/6

00:30-08:00

2 stops32h 30m

Tokyo Narita

Tue 9/6

09:30-22:35

2 stops36h 05m

$1,135

MelbourneTokyo

AVV - NRT

AVVNRT

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 19/7

20:40-17:40

1 stop22h 00m

Tokyo Narita

Wed 29/7

20:50-14:20

1 stop16h 30m

$1,152

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Tokyo

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Tokyo. Price data was last updated on 6 March 2026.

Booking 37 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Melbourne to Tokyo. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Tokyo (average of $439). Flying from Melbourne to Tokyo in December is currently the most expensive (average of $896). 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 TYO?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Tokyo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 10 March 2026.

When flying from Melbourne to Tokyo, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Tokyo

Explore weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Tokyo. 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 10 March 2026.

The most flights from ME1 to TYO are scheduled on a Monday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne to Tokyo?

How often are flights from Melbourne to Tokyo delayed?

About 25% of weekly flights between Melbourne and Tokyo have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 129 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to Tokyo flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Melbourne to Tokyo flights?

Over the past year, Japan Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 21% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Tokyo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Tokyo. 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 Tokyo. Reviews last updated 10 March 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Cathay Pacific,Qantas Airways, andChina Southern from Melbourne to Tokyo. 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.

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Robert,Feb 2026

CTS - AKL

Upgrade to Premium Economy was a delightful and unexpected surprise. Highlight of our holiday.

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Robert,Feb 2026

CTS - AKL

Upgrade to Premium Economy was a delightful and unexpected surprise. Highlight of our holiday.

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Robert,Feb 2026

CTS - AKL

Upgrade to Premium Economy was a delightful and unexpected surprise. Highlight of our holiday.

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Robert,Feb 2026

CTS - AKL

Upgrade to Premium Economy was a delightful and unexpected surprise. Highlight of our holiday.

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Robert,Feb 2026

CTS - AKL

Upgrade to Premium Economy was a delightful and unexpected surprise. Highlight of our holiday.

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Robert,Feb 2026

CTS - AKL

Upgrade to Premium Economy was a delightful and unexpected surprise. Highlight of our holiday.

Related info for your journey

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

    VietJet Air, China Eastern, and Vietnam Airlines can get you from Melbourne to Tokyo in just under 15h 40m. Your travel time can differ by up to 11h 10m. The distance from Melbourne to Tokyo is about 8153 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Currently priced at $353, Scoot will fly you from Melbourne to Tokyo and back. In addition to Scoot, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Cebu Pacific and Juneyao Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $408 and $419, respectively. Scoot is currently priced 66% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Melbourne to Tokyo are AirAsia X ($298), China Southern ($319), and Scoot ($326).

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

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

    Before booking your flight to Tokyo from Melbourne, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Japan Airlines (64%), MIAT Mongolian (64%), LATAM Airlines( 53%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Tokyo?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Melbourne to Tokyo? While on average our users pay $2,334, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $515. The most popular route (Melbourne - Tokyo Narita), is priced around $597.

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

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Shanghai?

    Most Shanghai visitors opt to spend their time experiencing People's Square, Shanghai Disneyland, and Jing'an Temple. People's Square, Shanghai Disneyland, and Jing'an Temple are located about 32.7 km, 14.1 km, and 35.4 km, respectively from Shanghai Pu Dong.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Manila?

    Ermita Church, Manila Ocean Park, and Manila Zoo are the most popular attractions in Manila if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Those on a layover in Manila interested in visiting Ermita Church, Manila Ocean Park, or Manila Zoo can do so by travelling 8.6 km, 8.9 km, and 6.9 km, respectively from Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl. Travellers can rent a car at Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl for an average daily rate of $67 to make sightseeing during their stopover a little easier.

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

    Most Hong Kong visitors opt to spend their time at Hong Kong Disneyland, Shatin Baptist Church, and Temple Street Night Market. Hong Kong Disneyland, Shatin Baptist Church and Temple Street Night Market are located about 12.6 km, 29.5 km, and 25.8 km, respectively from Hong Kong Intl if you are interested in checking them out.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Tokyo (average of $439). Flying from Melbourne to Tokyo in December is currently the most expensive (average of $896). 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 Tokyo

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
ScootCheapest$353Average$719FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Cebu PacificCheapest$408Average$846FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time64%
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Juneyao AirlinesCheapest$419Average$694FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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China SouthernCheapest$471Average$698FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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JetstarCheapest$542Average$1,094FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Vietnam AirlinesCheapest$578Average$890FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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China EasternCheapest$593Average$873FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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XiamenAirCheapest$617Average$804FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapest$619Average$726FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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Philippine AirlinesCheapest$675Average$812FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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