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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo from $519

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 18/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — TYO
26 Jul — 2 Aug1
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 26 June 2026.

Thu 6/811:35
MEL
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NRT
1 stop27h 10m
XiamenAir
Wed 19/814:55
NRT
-
MEL
1 stop17h 40m
XiamenAir
Deal found 26/6$904
Thu 15/1001:35
MEL
-
NRT
1 stop18h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 28/1008:50
NRT
-
MEL
1 stop34h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/6$905
Fri 2/1000:30
MEL
-
NRT
1 stop32h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 17/1013:45
NRT
-
MEL
1 stop32h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/6$907
Wed 12/811:35
MEL
-
NRT
1 stop27h 10m
XiamenAir
Wed 19/814:55
NRT
-
MEL
1 stop17h 40m
XiamenAir
Deal found 24/6$908
Thu 6/813:00
MEL
-
HND
1 stop37h 05m
Scoot
Tue 18/802:20
HND
-
MEL
1 stop17h 00m
Scoot
Deal found 23/6$908
Wed 5/808:00
MEL
-
NRT
1 stop29h 05m
Juneyao Airlines
Thu 20/813:20
NRT
-
MEL
1 stop15h 40m
Juneyao Airlines
Deal found 22/6$913
Sat 10/1001:35
MEL
-
NRT
1 stop18h 25m
Cebu Pacific
Wed 21/1019:15
NRT
-
MEL
1 stop26h 55m
Cebu Pacific
Deal found 24/6$915
Thu 16/711:35
MEL
-
NRT
1 stop27h 10m
XiamenAir
Thu 20/814:55
NRT
-
MEL
1 stop17h 40m
XiamenAir
Deal found 25/6$917
Tue 28/711:35
MEL
-
NRT
1 stop27h 10m
XiamenAir
Thu 3/914:55
NRT
-
MEL
1 stop17h 40m
XiamenAir
Deal found 26/6$918
Fri 2/1000:35
MEL
-
NRT
1 stop18h 25m
Cebu Pacific
Fri 16/1019:15
NRT
-
MEL
1 stop26h 55m
Cebu Pacific
Deal found 23/6$920
Fri 9/1001:35
MEL
-
NRT
1 stop18h 25m
Cebu Pacific
Mon 26/1019:15
NRT
-
MEL
1 stop26h 55m
Cebu Pacific
Deal found 23/6$921
Mon 12/1014:00
MEL
-
HND
1 stop37h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 21/1002:00
HND
-
MEL
1 stop19h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/6$933

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Tokyo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) 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 26 June 2026.

Round-trip from

$905

One-way from

$519

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,123

Good round-trip deal

$1,809 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,302 or less
Scoot
  • Scoot
  • 15/10-28/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 52h 55m total
  • Melbourne to Tokyo
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 18/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 23h 50m total
  • Melbourne to Tokyo
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($45 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 26 June 2026.
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MelbourneTokyo

MEL - NRT

MELNRT

Melbourne

Sun 6/9

11:00-15:55

1 stop29h 55m

Tokyo Narita

Wed 9/9

13:50-12:40

1 stop21h 50m

$997

MelbourneTokyo

MEL - HND

MELHND

Melbourne

Fri 16/10

01:30-01:00

1 stop25h 30m

Tokyo Haneda

Sun 1/11

02:30-23:35

1 stop19h 05m

$1,098

MelbourneTokyo

MEL - NRT

MELNRT

Melbourne

Wed 14/10

11:35-08:00

1 stop22h 25m

Tokyo Narita

Fri 30/10

09:30-09:25

1 stop21h 55m

$1,208

MelbourneTokyo

MEL - NRT

MELNRT

Melbourne

Wed 14/10

11:35-08:00

1 stop22h 25m

Tokyo Narita

Thu 29/10

09:30-09:25

1 stop21h 55m

$1,208
Fastest return journey

MelbourneTokyo

MEL - NRT

MELNRT

Melbourne

Sat 17/10

22:30-12:50

1 stop16h 20m

Tokyo Narita

Fri 30/10

13:50-10:00

1 stop18h 10m

$1,230

MelbourneTokyo

MEL - NRT

MELNRT

Melbourne

Fri 9/10

11:35-08:00

1 stop22h 25m

Tokyo Narita

Sun 25/10

09:30-09:25

1 stop21h 55m

$1,234

MelbourneTokyo

MEL - HND

MELHND

Melbourne

Tue 6/10

01:25-15:05

1 stop15h 40m

Tokyo Haneda

Sat 24/10

16:35-22:50

1 stop28h 15m

$1,238

MelbourneTokyo

MEL - NRT

MELNRT

Melbourne

Fri 16/10

01:30-07:55

1 stop32h 25m

Tokyo Narita

Sat 31/10

09:30-23:35

2 stops36h 05m

$1,244

MelbourneTokyo

MEL - NRT

MELNRT

Melbourne

Sun 8/11

18:50-13:30

2 stops20h 40m

Tokyo Narita

Sat 5/12

19:30-12:05

1 stop14h 35m

$1,356

MelbourneTokyo

MEL - NRT

MELNRT

Melbourne

Sat 31/10

01:30-15:30

2 stops40h 00m

Tokyo Narita

Tue 10/11

09:30-23:35

2 stops36h 05m

$1,382

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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 Airport to Tokyo

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo (average of $966). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,603). 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 26 June 2026.

When flying from Melbourne Airport 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 Airport 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 26 June 2026.

The most flights from MEL to TYO are scheduled on a Wednesday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

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

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo?

Share of one-stop return flights from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Guangzhou (CAN) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 18% of one-stop itineraries from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Haikou (HAK) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $609.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Cairns (CNS) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 12h 40m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Auckland (AKL) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 44m.

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 111 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?

Tuesday 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 22% of flights being delayed.

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo, you should look to book at least 83 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.

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 26 June 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo, such as Japan Airlines,Qantas Airways, andChina Southern. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,851 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

BKK - NRT

Everything was was a great experience, the staff was very friendly and always had a smile on the face.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,851 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,851 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

BKK - NRT

Everything was was a great experience, the staff was very friendly and always had a smile on the face.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,050 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,851 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

BKK - NRT

Everything was was a great experience, the staff was very friendly and always had a smile on the face.
China Southern
7.5
Good
154 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,851 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

BKK - NRT

Everything was was a great experience, the staff was very friendly and always had a smile on the face.
Philippine Airlines
7.3
Good
1,002 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,851 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

BKK - NRT

Everything was was a great experience, the staff was very friendly and always had a smile on the face.
China Eastern
7.3
Good
226 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,851 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

BKK - NRT

Everything was was a great experience, the staff was very friendly and always had a smile on the face.

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 Airport to Tokyo?

    Departing from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo will take you 22h 25m. The distance between Melbourne Airport and Tokyo is about 8172 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 Tokyo round-trip?

    Currently priced at $336, Scoot will fly you from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo and back. In addition to Scoot, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from AirAsia X and Cebu Pacific - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $388 and $415, respectively. You may be able to fly from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo for 69% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo are AirAsia X ($217), Sichuan Airlines ($294), and China Southern ($324).

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

    Flights departing from Melbourne Airport and landing in Tokyo stopover in Guangzhou most frequently. Shanghai follows Guangzhou in terms of the most common stopover location on Melbourne Airport to Tokyo flights. Singapore comes next as the third most popular stopover location for Melbourne Airport to Tokyo flights.

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

    If you're on a stopover in Shanghai and looking for things to do, consider visiting People's Square, Shanghai Disneyland, or French Concession. People's Square, Shanghai Disneyland and French Concession are located about 32.7 km, 14.1 km, and 32.8 km, respectively from Shanghai Pu Dong if you are interested in checking them out. Travellers can book a car hire at Shanghai Pu Dong for about $66 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

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

    Sentosa, Universal Studios Singapore, and Merlion are the most popular attractions in Singapore if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Those on a layover in Singapore interested in visiting Sentosa, Universal Studios Singapore, or Merlion can do so by travelling 21.6 km, 21.6 km, and 16.9 km, respectively from Singapore Changi. Travellers can book a car hire at Singapore Changi for about $115 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

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

    Melbourne Airport to Tokyo flights have a stopover in Nanjing least often. Bandar Seri Begawan sees the second fewest stopovers for non-direct flights flying from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo. Brisbane comes next as the third least popular stopover location for Melbourne Airport 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 Airport to Tokyo?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo (average of $966). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,603). 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

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Tokyo. 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 26 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
ScootCheapest$336Average$778FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirAsia XCheapest$388Average$606FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Cebu PacificCheapest$415Average$878FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time64%
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$418Average$997FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Juneyao AirlinesCheapest$426Average$729FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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China SouthernCheapest$491Average$720FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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JetstarCheapest$551Average$1,172FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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VietJet AirCheapest$579Average$1,231FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Vietnam AirlinesCheapest$588Average$967FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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XiamenAirCheapest$600Average$951FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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