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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo from $399

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 6/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — TYO
22 May — 29 May1
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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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 22 April 2026.

Fri 29/521:20
MEL
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NRT
1 stop21h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 28/608:20
NRT
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MEL
1 stop26h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/4$702
Sun 26/421:20
MEL
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NRT
1 stop21h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 12/508:20
NRT
-
MEL
1 stop26h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/4$715
Mon 8/621:35
MEL
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HND
1 stop28h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 30/623:50
HND
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MEL
1 stop22h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4$716
Mon 8/621:35
MEL
-
HND
1 stop28h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 19/623:50
HND
-
MEL
1 stop28h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4$722
Tue 16/606:15
MEL
-
HND
1 stop17h 20m
AirAsia X
Tue 30/623:50
HND
-
MEL
1 stop22h 25m
AirAsia X
Deal found 17/4$725
Tue 9/621:35
MEL
-
HND
1 stop28h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 30/623:50
HND
-
MEL
1 stop22h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/4$726
Thu 16/721:45
MEL
-
HND
1 stop25h 50m
AirAsia X
Thu 20/823:50
HND
-
MEL
1 stop28h 10m
AirAsia X
Deal found 19/4$737
Tue 18/806:15
MEL
-
HND
2 stops34h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 27/823:50
HND
-
MEL
1 stop28h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4$743
Wed 19/813:00
MEL
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HND
1 stop37h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 27/823:50
HND
-
MEL
1 stop28h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/4$744
Mon 8/621:35
MEL
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HND
1 stop28h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 15/623:50
HND
-
MEL
1 stop22h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4$746
Tue 2/621:20
MEL
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NRT
1 stop21h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 23/621:15
NRT
-
MEL
2 stops22h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/4$753
Wed 5/800:30
MEL
-
HND
1 stop23h 05m
AirAsia X
Thu 20/823:50
HND
-
MEL
1 stop28h 10m
AirAsia X
Deal found 18/4$754

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 22 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$702

One-way from

$399

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December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,120

Good round-trip deal

$1,351 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,249 or less
Scoot
  • Scoot
  • 2/6-23/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 48h 05m total
  • Melbourne to Tokyo
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  • VietJet Air
  • 6/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 30m total
  • Melbourne to Tokyo
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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 22 April 2026.
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MelbourneTokyo

MEL - NRT

MELNRT

Melbourne

Tue 13/10

08:00-08:50

1 stop26h 50m

Tokyo Narita

Mon 2/11

11:00-05:30

1 stop16h 30m

$929

MelbourneTokyo

MEL - HND

MELHND

Melbourne

Tue 16/6

15:30-08:50

1 stop18h 20m

Tokyo Haneda

Mon 29/6

11:45-11:15

1 stop22h 30m

$1,017

MelbourneTokyo

MEL - HND

MELHND

Melbourne

Mon 3/8

15:30-08:50

1 stop18h 20m

Tokyo Haneda

Sun 4/10

11:45-12:15

1 stop22h 30m

$1,018

MelbourneTokyo

MEL - HND

MELHND

Melbourne

Sat 1/8

15:30-08:50

1 stop18h 20m

Tokyo Haneda

Fri 2/10

11:45-11:15

1 stop22h 30m

$1,018

MelbourneTokyo

MEL - NRT

MELNRT

Melbourne

Thu 15/10

01:30-08:00

2 stops32h 30m

Tokyo Narita

Fri 6/11

09:30-23:35

2 stops36h 05m

$1,035

MelbourneTokyo

MEL - NRT

MELNRT

Melbourne

Wed 8/7

06:25-18:05

1 stop12h 40m

Tokyo Narita

Wed 8/7

20:05-10:30

1 stop13h 25m

$1,065

MelbourneTokyo

MEL - NRT

MELNRT

Melbourne

Fri 12/6

06:25-18:05

1 stop12h 40m

Tokyo Narita

Fri 12/6

20:50-14:20

1 stop16h 30m

$1,103

MelbourneTokyo

MEL - HND

MELHND

Melbourne

Sun 31/5

08:00-00:45

1 stop17h 45m

Tokyo Haneda

Thu 11/6

14:55-06:30

1 stop14h 35m

$1,152

MelbourneTokyo

MEL - HND

MELHND

Melbourne

Sun 14/6

11:00-12:30

1 stop26h 30m

Tokyo Haneda

Fri 14/8

14:30-12:40

1 stop21h 10m

$1,194

MelbourneTokyo

MEL - HND

MELHND

Melbourne

Mon 15/6

11:00-12:30

1 stop26h 30m

Tokyo Haneda

Tue 11/8

13:30-09:00

1 stop18h 30m

$1,275

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Tokyo

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Tokyo from Melbourne with our price prediction graph.
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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 17 April 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo, you should look to book at least 37 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo (average of $850). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,334). 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 22 April 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 22 April 2026.

The most flights from MEL to TYO are scheduled on a Monday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 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.

Manila (MNL) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 15% 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 $543.

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 121 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 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 22 April 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo, such as Cathay Pacific,Qantas Airways, andChina Southern. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,289 reviews
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Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Jasper,Mar 2026

SFO - HKG

Food and comfort. Rice was kinda dry and hard. Ratio of protein to starch was menial.i probably found two chunks of chicken on the stew. Seats were tight. Very cramped. It was a bit warm during the flight. My check in baggage was separated from my connection ting flight. Had to wait a few hours in the airport, costing me extra cash for the driver to wait. I dont think ill be ever flying cathay pacific ever again.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,289 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,289 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Jasper,Mar 2026

SFO - HKG

Food and comfort. Rice was kinda dry and hard. Ratio of protein to starch was menial.i probably found two chunks of chicken on the stew. Seats were tight. Very cramped. It was a bit warm during the flight. My check in baggage was separated from my connection ting flight. Had to wait a few hours in the airport, costing me extra cash for the driver to wait. I dont think ill be ever flying cathay pacific ever again.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,024 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,289 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Jasper,Mar 2026

SFO - HKG

Food and comfort. Rice was kinda dry and hard. Ratio of protein to starch was menial.i probably found two chunks of chicken on the stew. Seats were tight. Very cramped. It was a bit warm during the flight. My check in baggage was separated from my connection ting flight. Had to wait a few hours in the airport, costing me extra cash for the driver to wait. I dont think ill be ever flying cathay pacific ever again.
China Southern
7.4
Good
149 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,289 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Jasper,Mar 2026

SFO - HKG

Food and comfort. Rice was kinda dry and hard. Ratio of protein to starch was menial.i probably found two chunks of chicken on the stew. Seats were tight. Very cramped. It was a bit warm during the flight. My check in baggage was separated from my connection ting flight. Had to wait a few hours in the airport, costing me extra cash for the driver to wait. I dont think ill be ever flying cathay pacific ever again.
Philippine Airlines
7.3
Good
994 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,289 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Jasper,Mar 2026

SFO - HKG

Food and comfort. Rice was kinda dry and hard. Ratio of protein to starch was menial.i probably found two chunks of chicken on the stew. Seats were tight. Very cramped. It was a bit warm during the flight. My check in baggage was separated from my connection ting flight. Had to wait a few hours in the airport, costing me extra cash for the driver to wait. I dont think ill be ever flying cathay pacific ever again.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
208 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,289 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Jasper,Mar 2026

SFO - HKG

Food and comfort. Rice was kinda dry and hard. Ratio of protein to starch was menial.i probably found two chunks of chicken on the stew. Seats were tight. Very cramped. It was a bit warm during the flight. My check in baggage was separated from my connection ting flight. Had to wait a few hours in the airport, costing me extra cash for the driver to wait. I dont think ill be ever flying cathay pacific ever again.

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 12h 40m. 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 $346, 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 $374 and $400, respectively. You may be able to fly from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo for 66% 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 ($209), Sichuan Airlines ($283), and China Southern ($312).

  • 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(71%), MIAT Mongolian(71%) or LATAM Airlines(63%), 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 $1,501, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $763. The most popular route (Melbourne - Tokyo Narita), is priced around $810.

  • 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 Shanghai most frequently. Guangzhou follows Shanghai in terms of the most common stopover location on Melbourne Airport to Tokyo flights. Manila comes next as the third most popular stopover location for Melbourne Airport to Tokyo flights.

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

    Shanghai travellers tend to visit People's Square, French Concession, and Shanghai Disneyland more than anywhere else. People's Square, French Concession, and Shanghai Disneyland can be visited by traveling about 32.7 km, 32.8 km, and 14.1 km respectively from Shanghai Pu Dong.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing 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 book a car hire at Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl for about $51 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. Brisbane sees the second fewest stopovers for non-direct flights flying from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo. Ho Chi Minh City 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo (average of $850). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,334). 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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ScootCheapest$346Average$712FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirAsia XCheapest$374Average$584FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Cebu PacificCheapest$400Average$846FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time64%
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Juneyao AirlinesCheapest$411Average$702FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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China SouthernCheapest$472Average$687FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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JetstarCheapest$532Average$1,077FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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China EasternCheapest$582Average$894FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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XiamenAirCheapest$608Average$876FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapest$612Average$724FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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Philippine AirlinesCheapest$664Average$831FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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