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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Houston Hobby Airport from $1,240

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 10/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — HOU
6 Sep — 13 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Hobby

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Hobby
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Hobby. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 7 August 2026.

Thu 5/1112:00 -
1 stop18h 37m
Mon 9/1120:09 -
1 stop39h 51m
Deal found 3/8$1,647
Wed 19/813:35 -
1 stop21h 16m
Sun 23/820:14 -
1 stop41h 46m
Deal found 3/8$1,650
Wed 19/810:00 -
2 stops27h 05m
Sun 23/817:20 -
2 stops47h 30m
Deal found 3/8$1,680
Sat 5/913:35 -
1 stop19h 09m
Sat 19/916:18 -
1 stop21h 42m
Deal found 3/8$1,831
Sat 5/913:35 -
1 stop19h 09m
Sat 19/913:56 -
2 stops25h 49m
Deal found 3/8$1,837
Wed 16/913:35 -
1 stop36h 26m
Wed 23/916:18 -
1 stop21h 42m
Deal found 5/8$2,375
Wed 21/1011:00 -
2 stops28h 03m
Wed 25/1110:25 -
2 stops54h 25m
Deal found 6/8$2,522
Wed 21/1014:35 -
1 stop21h 14m
Wed 25/1117:02 -
2 stops24h 33m
Deal found 6/8$2,525

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Hobby

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) to Hobby (HOU). 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 7 August 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,647

One-way from

$1,240

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,516
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 5/11-9/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 58h 28m total
  • Melbourne to Houston
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10/12
  • 10/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 32h 59m total
  • Melbourne to Houston
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($144 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($70 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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MelbourneHouston

MEL Melbourne - HOU Houston Hobby

MELHOU

Melbourne

Thu 5/11

12:00-13:37

1 stop18h 37m

Houston Hobby

Mon 9/11

20:09-05:00

1 stop39h 51m

$1,647

MelbourneHouston

MEL Melbourne - HOU Houston Hobby

MELHOU

Melbourne

Wed 19/8

13:35-19:51

1 stop21h 16m

Houston Hobby

Sun 23/8

20:14-05:00

1 stop41h 46m

$1,650

MelbourneHouston

MEL Melbourne - HOU Houston Hobby

MELHOU

Melbourne

Wed 19/8

10:00-22:05

2 stops27h 05m

Houston Hobby

Sun 23/8

17:20-07:50

2 stops47h 30m

$1,680

MelbourneHouston

MEL Melbourne - HOU Houston Hobby

MELHOU

Melbourne

Sat 5/9

13:35-17:44

1 stop19h 09m

Houston Hobby

Sat 19/9

13:56-06:45

2 stops25h 49m

$1,837

MelbourneHouston

MEL Melbourne - HOU Houston Hobby

MELHOU

Melbourne

Wed 21/10

11:00-23:03

2 stops28h 03m

Houston Hobby

Wed 25/11

10:25-09:50

2 stops54h 25m

$2,522

MelbourneHouston

MEL Melbourne - HOU Houston Hobby

MELHOU

Melbourne

Wed 21/10

14:35-19:49

1 stop21h 14m

Houston Hobby

Wed 25/11

17:02-10:35

2 stops24h 33m

$2,525

MelbourneHouston

MEL Melbourne - HOU Houston Hobby

MELHOU

Melbourne

Wed 16/9

10:00-22:39

2 stops27h 39m

Houston Hobby

Wed 23/9

06:00-07:50

2 stops34h 50m

$2,811
Fastest return journey

MelbourneHouston

MEL Melbourne - HOU Houston Hobby

MELHOU

Melbourne

Sat 19/9

13:35-17:59

1 stop19h 24m

Houston Hobby

Sat 26/9

16:18-05:00

1 stop21h 42m

$2,813

MelbourneHouston

MEL Melbourne - HOU Houston Hobby

MELHOU

Melbourne

Fri 11/9

10:00-22:39

2 stops27h 39m

Houston Hobby

Sun 27/9

17:26-07:50

2 stops47h 24m

$2,817

MelbourneHouston

MEL Melbourne - HOU Houston Hobby

MELHOU

Melbourne

Wed 9/9

09:00-15:43

2 stops21h 43m

Houston Hobby

Sat 19/9

16:18-05:00

1 stop21h 42m

$2,865

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Hobby

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Hobby from Melbourne with our price prediction graph.
Estimated return price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne to Houston Hobby Airport

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Houston Hobby Airport (average of $1,478). Flying from Melbourne to Houston Hobby Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,999). 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.

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

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Melbourne to Houston Hobby Airport flights typically cost between $1,441 and $1,777 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $1,647 on American Airlines (5 Nov–9 Nov).

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

Booking 48 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Melbourne to Houston Hobby Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Reviews of airlines servicing Hobby

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Hobby. 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 Hobby. Reviews last updated 7 August 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne to Houston Hobby Airport, such as Air New Zealand,Qantas Airways, andUnited Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
659 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Viren,June 2026

MEL - LAX

Flight got delayed and made us take a transit visa which was not a told before hand.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
659 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
659 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Viren,June 2026

MEL - LAX

Flight got delayed and made us take a transit visa which was not a told before hand.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,079 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
659 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Viren,June 2026

MEL - LAX

Flight got delayed and made us take a transit visa which was not a told before hand.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,085 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
659 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Viren,June 2026

MEL - LAX

Flight got delayed and made us take a transit visa which was not a told before hand.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,884 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
659 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Viren,June 2026

MEL - LAX

Flight got delayed and made us take a transit visa which was not a told before hand.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
11,449 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
659 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Viren,June 2026

MEL - LAX

Flight got delayed and made us take a transit visa which was not a told before hand.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Hobby. 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 Houston Hobby Airport?

    Departing from Melbourne to Houston Hobby Airport will take you 18h 37m. The distance from Melbourne to Houston Hobby Airport is about 14465 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne to Houston Hobby Airport round-trip?

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($565), Air Canada ($895), and United Airlines ($1,264) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne to Houston Hobby Airport. These flights start at 66% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Hobby 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 Houston Hobby Airport?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Houston Hobby Airport (average of $1,478). Flying from Melbourne to Houston Hobby Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,999). 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 5 airlines flying from Melbourne to Hobby

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$565Average$1,561FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air CanadaCheapest$895Average$1,422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,264Average$2,090FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,366Average$1,778FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,413Average$1,553FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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