How long does it take to fly to Melbourne?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in Japan you fly out of and what airport in Melbourne you fly into. For example, flying from Tokyo to Melbourne Airport takes 11h 50m on average. On the other hand, flying from Osaka to Melbourne Airport takes 15h 27m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo to see if there are any available for your route.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Sunday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Friday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

What is the most punctual flight time for Japan to Melbourne flights?

Generally, flights departing in the evening tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing at night have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Japan to Melbourne?

Vietnam Airlines, VietJet Air, and Scoot are the most popular carriers operating from Japan to Melbourne

How many flights depart from Japan to Melbourne on average per day?

5 flights are operational daily from Japan to Melbourne as of August 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 20:00, with 100% of flights per day taking off in the evening.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Japan to Melbourne flights?

According to our data, Qantas Airways have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 23% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How often are flights from Japan to Melbourne delayed?

Historically, on average around 23% of flights between Japan and Melbourne have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 113 minutes.

How many flights depart from Japan to Melbourne on average per week?

As of August 2026, there are 36 flights per week flying from Japan to Melbourne. The most common day of the week flights depart is Fri, with 22% of flights taking off on this day.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Japan to Melbourne?

Prices for flights from Japan to Melbourne were last updated today.

How old do you have to be to fly from Japan to Melbourne?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Japan to Melbourne.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Melbourne?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Melbourne can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Melbourne. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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09:50 - 21:20OKA Okinawa Naha-MEL Melbourne

33h 30m1 stop Singapore Changi

13:25 - 08:00MEL Melbourne-OKA Okinawa Naha

20h 35m1 stop Singapore Changi

$739Scoot

Mon, 19 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct

14:55 - 09:35NRT Tokyo Narita-MEL Melbourne

17h 40m1 stop Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

11:35 - 13:45MEL Melbourne-NRT Tokyo Narita

27h 10m1 stop Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

$757XiamenAir

Wed, 2 Sep - Mon, 14 Sep

08:20 - 21:20NRT Tokyo Narita-MEL Melbourne

35h 00m1 stop Singapore Changi

22:35 - 07:10MEL Melbourne-NRT Tokyo Narita

34h 35m1 stop Singapore Changi

$764Scoot

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14:55 - 09:35NRT Tokyo Narita-MEL Melbourne

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11:35 - 13:45MEL Melbourne-NRT Tokyo Narita

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14:55 - 09:35NRT Tokyo Narita-MEL Melbourne

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14:55 - 09:35NRT Tokyo Narita-MEL Melbourne

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14:55 - 09:35NRT Tokyo Narita-MEL Melbourne

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15:50 - 11:45KIX Osaka Kansai Intl-MEL Melbourne

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06:15 - 12:40MEL Melbourne-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl

31h 25m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Kaohsiung City

$826Multiple Airlines

Sun, 23 Aug - Sat, 5 Sep

15:45 - 08:40HND Tokyo Haneda-MEL Melbourne

39h 55m2 stops Beijing Daxing Intl Guangzhou Baiyun

10:20 - 19:55MEL Melbourne-HND Tokyo Haneda

34h 35m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

$873China Southern

Wed, 26 Aug - Mon, 7 Sep

13:10 - 09:00KIX Osaka Kansai Intl-MEL Melbourne

18h 50m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

11:00 - 18:00MEL Melbourne-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl

32h 00m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$972China Eastern

Mon, 24 Aug - Mon, 7 Sep

14:55 - 09:35NRT Tokyo Narita-MEL Melbourne

17h 40m1 stop Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

11:35 - 13:45MEL Melbourne-NRT Tokyo Narita

27h 10m1 stop Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

$986XiamenAir

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15:00 - 14:05NRT Tokyo Narita-MEL Melbourne

22h 05m1 stop Haikou Meilan Intl

11:35 - 13:45MEL Melbourne-NRT Tokyo Narita

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$1,011Multiple Airlines

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31h 05m2 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Singapore Changi

11:35 - 22:00MEL Melbourne-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl

35h 25m2 stops Xiamen Gaoqi Intl Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

$1,021Multiple Airlines

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14:35 - 19:20NRT Tokyo Narita-MEL Melbourne

27h 45m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Guangzhou Baiyun

10:20 - 13:20MEL Melbourne-NRT Tokyo Narita

28h 00m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Shanghai Pu Dong

$1,041China Southern

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15:50 - 11:45KIX Osaka Kansai Intl-MEL Melbourne

18h 55m1 stop Singapore Changi

11:35 - 16:30MEL Melbourne-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl

29h 55m2 stops Xiamen Gaoqi Intl Incheon Intl

$1,049Multiple Airlines

Wed, 26 Aug - Tue, 8 Sep

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne?

In general, June is the cheapest month to fly from Japan to Melbourne. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,101. If you aren’t able to travel to Melbourne during the month of June, then flying in August is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $1,236.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Melbourne?

Our data shows that Thursday is the least expensive day to fly to Melbourne. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $1,109. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Saturday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Melbourne on Saturday is $1,643.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Melbourne?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Melbourne is in the afternoon. Flights from Japan to Melbourne during this time can be as low as $1,501. Flights to Melbourne are more costly in the evening, with an average ticket price of $1,517. Departure times in the evening fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest Japan to Melbourne flight route?

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Best price found	$344
Fastest flight time	10h 00m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Melbourne	4 airports

The best one-way flight to Melbourne from Japan in the past 72 hours is $344. The best return flight deal from Japan to Melbourne found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $739.

The fastest flight from Japan to Melbourne takes 10h 00m

Direct flights go from Japan to Melbourne every day.

There are 4 airports in Melbourne. From Japan there are direct flights to Melbourne Avalon (AVV), Melbourne (MEL).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Japan to Melbourne?
Prices for flights from Japan to Melbourne were last updated today.
How old do you have to be to fly from Japan to Melbourne?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Japan to Melbourne.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Melbourne?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Melbourne can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Melbourne. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Flights from Japan to Melbourne with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

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