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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo from $334

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 20/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — TYO
4 Mar — 11 Mar1
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 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 2 February 2026.

Wed 18/312:25
MEL
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NRT
1 stop27h 20m
XiamenAir
Wed 25/314:55
NRT
-
MEL
1 stop17h 30m
XiamenAir
Deal found 1/2$620
Sat 7/211:25
MEL
-
NRT
2 stops27h 50m
China Southern
Wed 18/314:35
NRT
-
MEL
1 stop28h 55m
China Southern
Deal found 31/1$623
Thu 4/611:35
MEL
-
NRT
1 stop27h 10m
XiamenAir
Tue 9/614:55
NRT
-
MEL
1 stop17h 40m
XiamenAir
Deal found 1/2$626
Sun 31/510:20
MEL
-
NRT
1 stop28h 10m
China Southern
Fri 12/614:35
NRT
-
MEL
1 stop27h 45m
China Southern
Deal found 1/2$627
Tue 19/510:20
MEL
-
HND
1 stop29h 00m
China Southern
Fri 29/515:40
HND
-
MEL
1 stop26h 40m
China Southern
Deal found 1/2$627
Fri 15/510:20
MEL
-
HND
1 stop34h 25m
China Southern
Fri 22/515:40
HND
-
MEL
1 stop26h 40m
China Southern
Deal found 31/1$630
Mon 25/511:35
MEL
-
NRT
1 stop27h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 1/615:00
NRT
-
MEL
1 stop22h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/1$633
Wed 2/921:00
MEL
-
HND
1 stop23h 45m
China Southern
Wed 16/915:40
HND
-
MEL
1 stop26h 40m
China Southern
Deal found 1/2$633
Thu 4/621:00
MEL
-
NRT
1 stop17h 30m
China Southern
Tue 9/614:35
NRT
-
MEL
2 stops51h 45m
China Southern
Deal found 1/2$634
Fri 29/510:20
MEL
-
HND
2 stops28h 40m
China Southern
Sun 7/615:45
HND
-
MEL
2 stops26h 35m
China Southern
Deal found 1/2$634
Wed 11/312:25
MEL
-
NRT
1 stop27h 00m
XiamenAir
Wed 18/314:55
NRT
-
MEL
1 stop17h 30m
XiamenAir
Deal found 1/2$636
Thu 23/421:00
MEL
-
HND
1 stop23h 45m
China Southern
Sat 9/515:40
HND
-
MEL
1 stop26h 40m
China Southern
Deal found 31/1$636

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 2 February 2026.

Round-trip from

$620

One-way from

$334

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,028

Good round-trip deal

$1,313 or less

Good one-way deal

$923 or less
XiamenAir
  • XiamenAir
  • 18/3-25/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 50m total
  • Melbourne to Tokyo
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China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 20/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 40h 45m total
  • Melbourne to Tokyo
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($43 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 2 February 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo that are best for you.

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Price

MelbourneTokyo

MEL - NRT

MELNRT

Melbourne

Thu 30/7

10:35-08:00

1 stop22h 25m

Tokyo Narita

Wed 9/9

09:30-08:35

1 stop22h 05m

$919

MelbourneTokyo

MEL - NRT

MELNRT

Melbourne

Thu 7/5

21:30-15:55

1 stop19h 25m

Tokyo Narita

Wed 20/5

16:55-12:40

1 stop18h 45m

$923

MelbourneTokyo

MEL - HND

MELHND

Melbourne

Thu 21/5

21:30-18:30

1 stop22h 00m

Tokyo Haneda

Wed 3/6

17:10-12:40

1 stop18h 30m

$924

MelbourneTokyo

MEL - NRT

MELNRT

Melbourne

Tue 26/5

10:35-08:00

1 stop22h 25m

Tokyo Narita

Sat 30/5

09:30-22:15

1 stop35h 45m

$943

MelbourneTokyo

MEL - HND

MELHND

Melbourne

Sun 17/5

08:00-22:30

1 stop15h 30m

Tokyo Haneda

Sat 30/5

02:15-20:15

1 stop17h 00m

$950

MelbourneTokyo

MEL - NRT

MELNRT

Melbourne

Sat 25/7

00:30-15:30

2 stops40h 00m

Tokyo Narita

Fri 28/8

16:30-22:35

2 stops53h 05m

$970

MelbourneTokyo

MEL - NRT

MELNRT

Melbourne

Tue 12/5

10:35-08:00

1 stop22h 25m

Tokyo Narita

Sat 13/6

09:30-22:15

1 stop35h 45m

$979

MelbourneTokyo

MEL - HND

MELHND

Melbourne

Fri 15/5

11:00-18:30

1 stop32h 30m

Tokyo Haneda

Mon 1/6

20:00-09:00

1 stop36h 00m

$985

MelbourneTokyo

MEL - HND

MELHND

Melbourne

Sun 19/4

11:00-15:50

1 stop29h 50m

Tokyo Haneda

Sun 3/5

13:30-09:00

1 stop18h 30m

$988

MelbourneTokyo

MEL - HND

MELHND

Melbourne

Thu 12/3

12:00-18:30

1 stop32h 30m

Tokyo Haneda

Mon 16/3

20:15-10:00

1 stop35h 45m

$1,049

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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 30 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 $541). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo in December is currently the most expensive (average of $903). 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 2 February 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 2 February 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 (6 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 16% 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 $558.

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 25% 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 2 February 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.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,153 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

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.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,153 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,153 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

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.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
984 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,153 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

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.
Philippine Airlines
7.3
Good
955 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,153 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

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.
China Southern
7.3
Good
136 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,153 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

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.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
192 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,153 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

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

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 19h 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 $355, 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 Cebu Pacific and Juneyao Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $411 and $422, 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 China Southern ($313), Scoot ($330), and Juneyao Airlines ($358).

  • 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(57%), MIAT Mongolian(57%) 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 $1,221, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $737. The most popular route (Melbourne - Tokyo Narita), is priced around $606.

  • 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 Hong Kong most frequently. Manila follows Hong Kong in terms of the most common stopover location on Melbourne Airport to Tokyo flights. Shanghai 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 Hong Kong?

    Hong Kong travellers tend to visit Hong Kong Disneyland, Hong Kong Heritage Discovery Centre, and Shatin Baptist Church more than anywhere else. Hong Kong Disneyland, Hong Kong Heritage Discovery Centre, and Shatin Baptist Church can be visited by traveling about 12.6 km, 25.8 km, and 29.5 km respectively from Hong Kong Intl.

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

    If you're on a stopover in Manila and looking for things to do, consider visiting Ermita Church, Manila Ocean Park, or Manila Zoo. Ermita Church, Manila Ocean Park and Manila Zoo are located about 8.6 km, 8.9 km, and 6.9 km, respectively from Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl if you are interested in checking them out. Travellers can book a car hire at Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl for about $69 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • 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?

    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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo (average of $541). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo in December is currently the most expensive (average of $903). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
ScootCheapest$355Average$711FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Cebu PacificCheapest$411Average$853FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time64%
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Juneyao AirlinesCheapest$422Average$693FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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China SouthernCheapest$505Average$698FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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JetstarCheapest$549Average$1,110FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Vietnam AirlinesCheapest$583Average$844FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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China EasternCheapest$600Average$877FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapest$606Average$723FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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XiamenAirCheapest$622Average$869FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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Philippine AirlinesCheapest$673Average$820FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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