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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Houston Hobby Airport from $1,425

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 5/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — HOU
8 Feb — 15 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Hobby

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) 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 9 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,465

One-way from

$1,425

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,501
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 4/2-11/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 26m total
  • Melbourne to Houston
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5/2
  • 5/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 38h 03m total
  • Melbourne to Houston
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($97 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($61 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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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 9 January 2026.

Mon 2/316:05MEL - HOU
1 stop20h 45mAmerican Airlines
Mon 16/312:18HOU - MEL
1 stop24h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/1$1,462
Wed 4/216:05MEL - HOU
1 stop19h 01mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/210:35HOU - MEL
1 stop25h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/1$1,465
Wed 4/210:10MEL - HOU
2 stops29h 23mDelta
Wed 11/205:45HOU - MEL
2 stops33h 15mDelta
Deal found 7/1$1,485
Thu 22/116:05MEL - HOU
1 stop19h 01mAmerican Airlines
Wed 4/216:55HOU - MEL
2 stops24h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/1$1,509
Fri 13/210:10MEL - HOU
2 stops29h 18mDelta
Tue 24/210:50HOU - MEL
2 stops52h 10mDelta
Deal found 7/1$1,561
Wed 14/110:10MEL - HOU
2 stops29h 23mDelta
Fri 6/211:09HOU - MEL
2 stops27h 51mDelta
Deal found 8/1$1,562
Tue 24/208:00MEL - HOU
2 stops24h 51mAmerican Airlines
Thu 5/310:13HOU - MEL
2 stops30h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/1$1,577
Fri 20/212:00MEL - HOU
2 stops24h 46mAmerican Airlines
Fri 27/206:00HOU - MEL
1 stop30h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/1$1,622
Fri 20/210:10MEL - HOU
2 stops29h 18mDelta
Fri 27/205:25HOU - MEL
2 stops33h 35mDelta
Deal found 6/1$1,628
Wed 6/513:35MEL - HOU
1 stop25h 12mAmerican Airlines
Wed 27/516:15HOU - MEL
1 stop21h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/1$2,056

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to Houston Hobby Airport that are best for you.

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Melbourne

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Hobby

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Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneHouston

MEL - HOU

MELHOU

Melbourne

Mon 2/3

16:05-19:50

1 stop20h 45m

Houston Hobby

Mon 16/3

12:18-05:00

1 stop24h 42m

$1,462

MelbourneHouston

MEL - HOU

MELHOU

Melbourne

Wed 4/2

10:10-22:33

2 stops29h 23m

Houston Hobby

Wed 11/2

05:45-08:00

2 stops33h 15m

$1,485

MelbourneHouston

MEL - HOU

MELHOU

Melbourne

Fri 13/2

10:10-22:28

2 stops29h 18m

Houston Hobby

Tue 24/2

10:50-08:00

2 stops52h 10m

$1,561

MelbourneHouston

MEL - HOU

MELHOU

Melbourne

Fri 20/2

12:00-19:46

2 stops24h 46m

Houston Hobby

Fri 27/2

06:00-05:00

1 stop30h 00m

$1,622

MelbourneHouston

MEL - HOU

MELHOU

Melbourne

Fri 20/2

10:10-22:28

2 stops29h 18m

Houston Hobby

Fri 27/2

05:25-08:00

2 stops33h 35m

$1,628

MelbourneHouston

MEL - HOU

MELHOU

Melbourne

Fri 20/2

10:10-22:28

2 stops29h 18m

Houston Hobby

Thu 26/2

17:19-08:00

2 stops45h 41m

$1,628

MelbourneHouston

MEL - HOU

MELHOU

Melbourne

Wed 6/5

13:35-19:51

1 stop21h 16m

Houston Hobby

Wed 27/5

16:15-06:45

2 stops23h 30m

$2,062

MelbourneHouston

MEL - HOU

MELHOU

Melbourne

Wed 6/5

10:00-22:44

2 stops27h 44m

Houston Hobby

Wed 27/5

13:00-07:50

2 stops27h 50m

$2,080

MelbourneHouston

MEL - HOU

MELHOU

Melbourne

Sun 7/6

10:00-21:38

2 stops26h 38m

Houston Hobby

Thu 6/8

13:00-07:50

2 stops51h 50m

$2,230

MelbourneHouston

MEL - HOU

MELHOU

Melbourne

Fri 13/2

12:00-19:46

2 stops24h 46m

Houston Hobby

Mon 16/2

16:21-09:30

2 stops24h 09m

$2,568

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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 Airport to Houston Hobby Airport

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Hobby. Price data was last updated on 2 January 2026.

Booking 23 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Houston Hobby Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Houston Hobby Airport (average of $809). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Houston Hobby Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,568). 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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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 9 January 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand, Virgin Australia, andQantas Airways from Melbourne Airport to Houston Hobby Airport to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
567 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
567 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
567 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
430 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
567 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
968 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
567 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,144 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
567 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,603 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
567 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Houston Hobby Airport?

    For as low as $1,462, American Airlines can have you in Houston Hobby Airport from Melbourne Airport in 20h 45m. Melbourne Airport and Houston Hobby Airport are separated by a distance of 14465 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 Houston Hobby Airport round-trip?

    Currently priced at $908, Qantas Airways will fly you from Melbourne Airport to Houston Hobby Airport and back. In addition to Qantas Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Air Canada and Air New Zealand - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,162 and $1,491, respectively. You may be able to fly from Melbourne Airport to Houston Hobby Airport for 50% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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    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 Airport to Houston Hobby Airport?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Houston Hobby Airport (average of $809). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Houston Hobby Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,568). 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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Air CanadaCheapest$1,162Average$1,536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,309Average$1,543FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,491Average$1,686FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,523Average$2,076FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,652Average$2,635FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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