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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Houston Hobby Airport from $1,478

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 31/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — HOU
3 Sep — 10 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 4 August 2026.

Mon 14/913:35 -
1 stop19h 07m
Mon 21/916:18 -
1 stop21h 42m
Deal found 30/7$1,647
Thu 5/1112:00 -
1 stop18h 37m
Mon 9/1120:09 -
1 stop39h 51m
Deal found 3/8$1,651
Wed 19/813:35 -
1 stop21h 16m
Sun 23/820:14 -
1 stop41h 46m
Deal found 3/8$1,654
Wed 19/810:00 -
2 stops27h 05m
Sun 23/817:20 -
2 stops47h 30m
Deal found 3/8$1,684
Tue 1/909:00 -
2 stops21h 26m
Mon 7/909:32 -
1 stop28h 28m
Deal found 2/8$1,732
Mon 21/909:00 -
2 stops21h 43m
Tue 29/918:34 -
2 stops24h 41m
Deal found 31/7$1,742
Tue 1/908:15 -
2 stops24h 29m
Mon 7/918:14 -
2 stops25h 21m
Deal found 2/8$1,755

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 4 August 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,647

One-way from

$1,478

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$1,593
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 14/9-21/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 40h 49m total
  • Melbourne to Houston
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31/8
  • 31/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 43h 21m total
  • Melbourne to Houston
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($170 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($72 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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Price

Cheapest return flight

MelbourneHouston

MEL - HOU

MELHOU

Melbourne

Mon 21/9

13:35-17:42

1 stop19h 07m

Houston Hobby

Tue 29/9

16:18-06:45

2 stops23h 27m

$1,647
Fastest return journey

MelbourneHouston

MEL - HOU

MELHOU

Melbourne

Mon 14/9

13:35-17:42

1 stop19h 07m

Houston Hobby

Mon 21/9

16:18-05:00

1 stop21h 42m

$1,647

MelbourneHouston

MEL - HOU

MELHOU

Melbourne

Thu 5/11

12:00-13:37

1 stop18h 37m

Houston Hobby

Mon 9/11

20:09-05:00

1 stop39h 51m

$1,651

MelbourneHouston

MEL - HOU

MELHOU

Melbourne

Wed 19/8

13:35-19:51

1 stop21h 16m

Houston Hobby

Sun 23/8

20:14-05:00

1 stop41h 46m

$1,654

MelbourneHouston

MEL - HOU

MELHOU

Melbourne

Wed 19/8

10:00-22:05

2 stops27h 05m

Houston Hobby

Sun 23/8

17:20-07:50

2 stops47h 30m

$1,684

MelbourneHouston

MEL - HOU

MELHOU

Melbourne

Tue 1/9

09:00-15:26

2 stops21h 26m

Houston Hobby

Mon 7/9

09:32-05:00

1 stop28h 28m

$1,732

MelbourneHouston

MEL - HOU

MELHOU

Melbourne

Sat 5/9

13:35-17:44

1 stop19h 09m

Houston Hobby

Sat 19/9

13:56-06:45

2 stops25h 49m

$1,842

MelbourneHouston

MEL - HOU

MELHOU

Melbourne

Tue 10/11

12:00-13:37

1 stop18h 37m

Houston Hobby

Thu 10/12

12:16-05:00

1 stop23h 44m

$2,708

MelbourneHouston

MEL - HOU

MELHOU

Melbourne

Tue 10/11

11:00-16:32

2 stops22h 32m

Houston Hobby

Thu 10/12

12:16-05:00

1 stop23h 44m

$2,754

MelbourneHouston

MEL - HOU

MELHOU

Melbourne

Sun 13/9

09:00-15:43

2 stops21h 43m

Houston Hobby

Mon 21/9

09:33-05:00

1 stop28h 27m

$2,818

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Hobby

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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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Houston Hobby Airport (average of $1,427). Flying from Melbourne to Houston Hobby Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,209). 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 $1,468 and $1,782 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $1,647 on American Airlines (14 Sept–21 Sept).

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 4 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
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Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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
10,060 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
659 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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
11,849 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
659 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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
11,428 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
659 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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 19h 07m. The distance from Melbourne to Houston Hobby Airport is about 14465 km.

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

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($567), Air Canada ($897), and United Airlines ($1,268) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne to Houston Hobby Airport. These flights start at 65% 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Houston Hobby Airport (average of $1,427). Flying from Melbourne to Houston Hobby Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,209). 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$567Average$1,566FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air CanadaCheapest$897Average$1,426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,268Average$2,096FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,370Average$1,783FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,417Average$1,557FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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