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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Edinburgh from $715

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 14/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — EDI
17 May — 24 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Edinburgh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Edinburgh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 April 2026.

Wed 6/517:20
MEL
-
EDI
2 stops26h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 11/520:30
EDI
-
MEL
2 stops34h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/4$1,744
Sun 16/813:25
MEL
-
EDI
2 stops35h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 27/910:40
EDI
-
MEL
2 stops36h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 12/4$1,870
Mon 11/517:20
MEL
-
EDI
2 stops34h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 18/520:30
EDI
-
MEL
2 stops34h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/4$1,899
Fri 5/617:20
MEL
-
EDI
2 stops26h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 15/620:30
EDI
-
MEL
2 stops34h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4$1,957
Sun 16/806:15
MEL
-
EDI
3 stops47h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 31/821:25
EDI
-
MEL
2 stops33h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4$1,970
Fri 9/1014:25
MEL
-
EDI
2 stops35h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 30/1011:00
EDI
-
MEL
2 stops35h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 12/4$1,995
Wed 29/719:35
MEL
-
EDI
2 stops36h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 24/820:30
EDI
-
MEL
2 stops36h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4$2,001
Fri 29/517:20
MEL
-
EDI
2 stops47h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 5/620:30
EDI
-
MEL
2 stops58h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/4$2,005

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Edinburgh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to Edinburgh (EDI). 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 17 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,744

One-way from

$715

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$2,401
6/5-11/5
  • 6/5-11/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 60h 40m total
  • Melbourne to Edinburgh
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14/7
  • 14/7
  • 3 total stops
  • 49h 55m total
  • Melbourne to Edinburgh
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($129 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($69 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Edinburgh 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 17 April 2026.
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MelbourneEdinburgh

MEL - EDI

MELEDI

Melbourne

Thu 28/5

10:55-10:35

2 stops56h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 4/6

12:30-08:15

2 stops58h 45m

$2,470

MelbourneEdinburgh

MEL - EDI

MELEDI

Melbourne

Fri 31/7

10:15-09:40

2 stops56h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 22/8

16:55-19:40

2 stops41h 45m

$2,551

MelbourneEdinburgh

MEL - EDI

MELEDI

Melbourne

Mon 11/5

05:15-20:05

1 stop23h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 13/5

22:00-08:50

2 stops25h 50m

$2,687

MelbourneEdinburgh

MEL - EDI

MELEDI

Melbourne

Thu 7/5

22:55-20:05

1 stop30h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 18/5

22:00-05:35

2 stops46h 35m

$2,687

MelbourneEdinburgh

MEL - EDI

MELEDI

Melbourne

Thu 28/5

15:55-20:05

2 stops37h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 4/6

22:00-08:50

2 stops49h 50m

$2,695

MelbourneEdinburgh

MEL - EDI

MELEDI

Melbourne

Mon 1/6

22:55-20:05

1 stop30h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 8/6

22:00-21:50

1 stop38h 50m

$2,719
Fastest return journey

MelbourneEdinburgh

MEL - EDI

MELEDI

Melbourne

Fri 29/5

05:15-20:05

1 stop23h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 5/6

22:00-05:30

1 stop22h 30m

$2,760

MelbourneEdinburgh

MEL - EDI

MELEDI

Melbourne

Mon 8/6

05:15-20:05

1 stop23h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 30/7

22:00-21:50

1 stop38h 50m

$2,766

MelbourneEdinburgh

MEL - EDI

MELEDI

Melbourne

Tue 9/6

22:55-20:05

1 stop30h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 1/8

22:00-08:50

2 stops25h 50m

$2,798

MelbourneEdinburgh

MEL - EDI

MELEDI

Melbourne

Sat 6/6

05:15-20:05

1 stop23h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 30/7

22:00-08:50

2 stops25h 50m

$2,798

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Edinburgh

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne Airport to Edinburgh

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Edinburgh. Price data was last updated on 10 April 2026.

The best time to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Edinburgh is 29 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Edinburgh (average of $2,068). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of $2,846). 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 Airport to Edinburgh?

Reviews of airlines servicing Edinburgh

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Edinburgh. 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 Edinburgh. Reviews last updated 17 April 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates,Virgin Australia, andQatar Airways from Melbourne Airport to Edinburgh by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,559 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Feb 2026

EBB - DXB

Emirates is the best airline in the world Big up Emirates airlines
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,559 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,559 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Feb 2026

EBB - DXB

Emirates is the best airline in the world Big up Emirates airlines
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
453 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,559 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Feb 2026

EBB - DXB

Emirates is the best airline in the world Big up Emirates airlines
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,730 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,559 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Feb 2026

EBB - DXB

Emirates is the best airline in the world Big up Emirates airlines
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,306 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,559 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Feb 2026

EBB - DXB

Emirates is the best airline in the world Big up Emirates airlines
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,890 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,559 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Feb 2026

EBB - DXB

Emirates is the best airline in the world Big up Emirates airlines

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Edinburgh. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Edinburgh from Melbourne?

    Most people fly into Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) if they book a flight to Edinburgh from Melbourne. On average, Turnhouse has 0 inbound flights from Melbourne per day from 9 airlines. Edinburgh Turnhouse is conveniently located just 11.0 km from Edinburgh’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Edinburgh?

    A quick flight from Melbourne Airport to Edinburgh can take about 23h 50m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $2,687. The distance between Melbourne Airport and Edinburgh is about 16892 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    According to our current data, Lufthansa ($1,411), Turkish Airlines ($1,438), and Etihad Airways ($1,530) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne Airport to Edinburgh. You may be able to fly from Melbourne Airport to Edinburgh for 38% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne Airport to Edinburgh one-way?

    $802 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Etihad Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Turkish Airlines and Qatar Airways, with prices starting from $821 and $1,043, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Edinburgh (average of $2,068). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of $2,846). 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 9 airlines flying from Melbourne to Edinburgh

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Edinburgh. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 17 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapest$1,411Average$1,691FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,438Average$2,124FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,530Average$1,618FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapest$1,586Average$1,985FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,823Average$3,151FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,887Average$2,118FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$2,047Average$2,296FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest$2,141Average$2,343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$2,161Average$2,487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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