Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo from $350

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 15/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — TYO
14 Feb — 21 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Tokyo are usually found in November or August, booked 35 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap 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 15 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$703

One-way from

$350

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,165

Good round-trip deal

$1,357 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,018 or less
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 8/6-17/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 55h 55m total
  • Melbourne to Tokyo
Hainan Airlines
  • Hainan Airlines
  • 15/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 45m total
  • Melbourne to Tokyo
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($105 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($46 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Melbourne to Tokyo (TYO).
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Melbourne to Tokyo (TYO).

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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 15 January 2026.

Mon 8/610:20
MEL
-
NRT
1 stop28h 10m
China Southern
Wed 17/614:35
NRT
-
MEL
1 stop27h 45m
China Southern
Deal found 13/1$703
Sat 6/611:35
MEL
-
NRT
1 stop27h 10m
XiamenAir
Tue 16/614:55
NRT
-
MEL
1 stop17h 40m
XiamenAir
Deal found 14/1$704
Wed 4/311:25
MEL
-
HND
1 stop28h 10m
China Southern
Wed 11/310:45
HND
-
MEL
1 stop32h 45m
China Southern
Deal found 13/1$704
Wed 20/521:00
MEL
-
HND
1 stop23h 45m
China Southern
Wed 3/610:45
HND
-
MEL
1 stop31h 35m
China Southern
Deal found 14/1$706
Mon 11/510:20
MEL
-
NRT
1 stop28h 10m
China Southern
Sun 17/514:35
NRT
-
MEL
1 stop27h 45m
China Southern
Deal found 13/1$707
Mon 1/621:00
MEL
-
HND
1 stop18h 20m
China Southern
Fri 19/615:40
HND
-
MEL
1 stop26h 40m
China Southern
Deal found 14/1$707
Mon 2/312:25
MEL
-
NRT
1 stop27h 20m
XiamenAir
Mon 16/314:55
NRT
-
MEL
1 stop17h 30m
XiamenAir
Deal found 13/1$709
Mon 2/308:40
MEL
-
HND
1 stop37h 20m
China Southern
Thu 19/310:45
HND
-
MEL
1 stop32h 45m
China Southern
Deal found 13/1$709
Wed 4/311:25
MEL
-
HND
2 stops28h 40m
China Southern
Tue 17/310:45
HND
-
MEL
1 stop32h 45m
China Southern
Deal found 14/1$710
Sun 15/320:45
MEL
-
NRT
1 stop18h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 26/316:40
NRT
-
MEL
1 stop19h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1$712
Wed 4/311:25
MEL
-
NRT
2 stops27h 50m
China Southern
Fri 20/314:35
NRT
-
MEL
1 stop28h 55m
China Southern
Deal found 14/1$716
Thu 19/311:25
MEL
-
HND
1 stop34h 35m
China Southern
Thu 26/315:40
HND
-
MEL
2 stops27h 50m
China Southern
Deal found 14/1$716

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 15 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo that are best for you.

Fly from

Melbourne

Fly to

Tokyo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneTokyo

MEL - NRT

MELNRT

Melbourne

Sun 25/1

21:40-15:10

1 stop19h 30m

Tokyo Narita

Sat 14/2

16:40-14:30

1 stop19h 50m

$1,108

MelbourneTokyo

MEL - NRT

MELNRT

Melbourne

Fri 13/3

16:45-16:35

2 stops25h 50m

Tokyo Narita

Wed 25/3

17:45-12:05

1 stop16h 20m

$1,132

MelbourneTokyo

MEL - NRT

MELNRT

Melbourne

Fri 17/4

17:25-16:35

2 stops24h 10m

Tokyo Narita

Tue 5/5

17:55-10:40

1 stop15h 45m

$1,143

MelbourneTokyo

MEL - NRT

MELNRT

Melbourne

Wed 18/2

21:40-15:10

1 stop19h 30m

Tokyo Narita

Sun 22/2

16:40-14:30

1 stop19h 50m

$1,147

MelbourneTokyo

MEL - HND

MELHND

Melbourne

Tue 10/3

00:50-15:05

1 stop16h 15m

Tokyo Haneda

Sat 19/12

16:35-22:50

1 stop28h 15m

$1,163

MelbourneTokyo

MEL - HND

MELHND

Melbourne

Sun 15/3

00:50-15:05

1 stop16h 15m

Tokyo Haneda

Wed 25/3

16:35-22:50

1 stop28h 15m

$1,168

MelbourneTokyo

MEL - HND

MELHND

Melbourne

Wed 18/2

15:00-08:50

1 stop19h 50m

Tokyo Haneda

Thu 26/2

11:45-11:50

1 stop22h 05m

$1,201

MelbourneTokyo

MEL - NRT

MELNRT

Melbourne

Tue 5/5

21:50-13:15

1 stop16h 25m

Tokyo Narita

Thu 14/5

17:55-15:05

2 stops20h 10m

$1,220

MelbourneTokyo

MEL - HND

MELHND

Melbourne

Mon 16/3

15:35-13:45

1 stop24h 10m

Tokyo Haneda

Tue 24/3

16:00-23:00

1 stop29h 00m

$1,225

MelbourneTokyo

MEL - NRT

MELNRT

Melbourne

Sat 30/5

06:30-20:20

1 stop14h 50m

Tokyo Narita

Wed 17/6

15:20-06:30

2 stops38h 10m

$1,229

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Tokyo

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Cheapflights Insights

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport 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 9 January 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo, 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 Airport to Tokyo?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo (average of $570). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo in December is currently the most expensive (average of $939). 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 15 January 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.

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.

Manila (MNL) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 17% 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 $581.

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 Sydney (SYD) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 12h 55m.

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 35m.

How often are flights from Melbourne to Tokyo delayed?

About 24% of weekly flights between Melbourne and Tokyo have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 132 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 20% 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 15 January 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo, such as Cathay Pacific, Qantas Airways, andPhilippine Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jan 2026

HKG - CTS

I went to sleep without dinner, woke up about 4 hours before landing. I asked for breakfast, waited for an hour, nothing, I asked again, still nothing after 15 minutes. I then asked for coffee, when the coffee came after half an hour, it was cold. Crew manager apologised.

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jan 2026

HKG - CTS

I went to sleep without dinner, woke up about 4 hours before landing. I asked for breakfast, waited for an hour, nothing, I asked again, still nothing after 15 minutes. I then asked for coffee, when the coffee came after half an hour, it was cold. Crew manager apologised.

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jan 2026

HKG - CTS

I went to sleep without dinner, woke up about 4 hours before landing. I asked for breakfast, waited for an hour, nothing, I asked again, still nothing after 15 minutes. I then asked for coffee, when the coffee came after half an hour, it was cold. Crew manager apologised.

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jan 2026

HKG - CTS

I went to sleep without dinner, woke up about 4 hours before landing. I asked for breakfast, waited for an hour, nothing, I asked again, still nothing after 15 minutes. I then asked for coffee, when the coffee came after half an hour, it was cold. Crew manager apologised.

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jan 2026

HKG - CTS

I went to sleep without dinner, woke up about 4 hours before landing. I asked for breakfast, waited for an hour, nothing, I asked again, still nothing after 15 minutes. I then asked for coffee, when the coffee came after half an hour, it was cold. Crew manager apologised.

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jan 2026

HKG - CTS

I went to sleep without dinner, woke up about 4 hours before landing. I asked for breakfast, waited for an hour, nothing, I asked again, still nothing after 15 minutes. I then asked for coffee, when the coffee came after half an hour, it was cold. Crew manager apologised.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo?

    Departing from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo will take you 16h 15m. The distance between Melbourne Airport and 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 Airport to Tokyo round-trip?

    Currently priced at $413, 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 Juneyao Airlines and China Southern - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $440 and $559, respectively. You may be able to fly from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo for 62% 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 China Southern ($326), Scoot ($356), and Juneyao Airlines ($373).

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo consider choosing Japan Airlines(54%), MIAT Mongolian(54%) or LATAM Airlines(43%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo? While on average our users pay $2,302, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $771. The most popular route (Melbourne - Tokyo Narita), is priced around $585.

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

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

    Manila travellers tend to visit Ermita Church, Manila Ocean Park, and Manila Zoo more than anywhere else. Ermita Church, Manila Ocean Park, and Manila Zoo can be visited by traveling about 8.6 km, 8.9 km, and 6.9 km respectively from Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl. Those on a stopover in Manila in need of a car hire can book one at Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl for about $78.

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

    If you're on a stopover in Hong Kong and looking for things to do, consider visiting Hong Kong Disneyland, Hong Kong Heritage Discovery Centre, or Temple Street Night Market. Hong Kong Disneyland, Hong Kong Heritage Discovery Centre and Temple Street Night Market are located about 12.6 km, 25.8 km, and 25.8 km, respectively from Hong Kong Intl if you are interested in checking them out.

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

    People's Square, Shanghai Disneyland, and Jing'an Temple are the most popular attractions in Shanghai if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Those on a layover in Shanghai interested in visiting People's Square, Shanghai Disneyland, or Jing'an Temple can do so by travelling 32.7 km, 14.1 km, and 35.4 km, respectively from Shanghai Pu Dong.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo (average of $570). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo in December is currently the most expensive (average of $939). 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
Juneyao AirlinesCheapest$440Average$752FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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China SouthernCheapest$561Average$727FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Vietnam AirlinesCheapest$562Average$859FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cebu PacificCheapest$603Average$923FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time64%
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapest$632Average$753FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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VietJet AirCheapest$647Average$1,109FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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ScootCheapest$647Average$744FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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XiamenAirCheapest$648Average$930FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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Philippine AirlinesCheapest$699Average$855FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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Japan AirlinesCheapest$721Average$1,163FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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