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

China Eastern, China Southern, and Beijing Capital Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from London to Melbourne

Which airlines fly to Melbourne?

China Southern, Etihad Airways and Air India are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Melbourne from London according to our data. China Southern is the first choice among our users, with 29% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Melbourne. Keep in mind that there are 11 different airlines that fly to Melbourne on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

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

How many operators does momondo search for flights from London to Melbourne?

There are 11 operators available for flights from London to Melbourne as of January 2026.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from London to Melbourne.

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

The required travel and health documents for your Melbourne trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Melbourne. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

$857 Cheap Flights from London to Melbourne in 2026

Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between London and Melbourne?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,629 to $2,157. The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,481.

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19:45 - 15:10

LHR

MEL

32h 25m

1 stop

20:45 - 17:55

MEL

LHR

32h 10m

2 stops

$1,481Hainan Airlines

Wed, 4 Feb - Sun, 1 Mar

10:30 - 12:00

LGW

MEL

38h 30m

1 stop

12:00 - 15:00

MEL

LGW

38h 00m

1 stop

$1,481China Eastern

Thu, 19 Feb - Sat, 28 Mar

19:00 - 12:40

LGW

MEL

32h 40m

1 stop

11:00 - 06:40

MEL

LGW

28h 40m

1 stop

$1,484China Eastern

Sun, 7 Jun - Fri, 10 Jul

20:55 - 17:00

LHR

MEL

33h 05m

1 stop

18:20 - 14:30

MEL

LHR

31h 10m

1 stop

$1,485Etihad Airways

Sat, 28 Feb - Mon, 9 Mar

21:00 - 10:00

LHR

MEL

26h 00m

1 stop

19:45 - 19:30

MEL

LHR

32h 45m

1 stop

$1,487Multiple Airlines

Tue, 17 Mar - Tue, 14 Apr

08:45 - 19:00

LHR

MEL

23h 15m

1 stop

19:35 - 07:30

MEL

LHR

44h 55m

1 stop

$1,491Air India

Mon, 23 Mar - Sun, 5 Apr

21:30 - 19:20

LGW

MEL

36h 50m

2 stops

21:00 - 18:30

MEL

LGW

30h 30m

2 stops

$1,493China Southern

Tue, 14 Apr - Mon, 27 Apr

20:20 - 21:30

LGW

MEL

38h 10m

2 stops

21:00 - 07:05

MEL

LGW

43h 05m

1 stop

$1,496China Southern

Tue, 17 Mar - Tue, 14 Apr

09:40 - 09:45

LGW

AVV

37h 05m

2 stops

16:40 - 12:35

AVV

LGW

29h 55m

2 stops

$2,163Emirates

Fri, 13 Mar - Mon, 30 Mar

21:45 - 14:10

LGW

AVV

31h 25m

2 stops

10:30 - 12:35

AVV

LGW

35h 05m

2 stops

$2,227Emirates

Sat, 18 Apr - Mon, 18 May

Cathay Pacific flights from London to Melbourne

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Cathay Pacific

16 Feb

LHR22:05London Heathrow

37h 55m

1 stop

MEL23:00Melbourne

25 Feb

MEL00:45Melbourne

25h 15m

1 stop

LHR15:00London Heathrow

$1,547

Cathay Pacific

16 Feb

LHR16:50London Heathrow

43h 10m

1 stop

MEL23:00Melbourne

15 Mar

MEL00:45Melbourne

25h 15m

1 stop

LHR15:00London Heathrow

$1,550

Air India flights from London to Melbourne

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Air India

25 Mar

LHR13:00London Heathrow

43h 00m

1 stop

MEL19:00Melbourne

8 June

MEL19:35Melbourne

24h 55m

1 stop

LHR11:30London Heathrow

$1,505

Air India

1 Mar

LHR13:00London Heathrow

43h 00m

1 stop

MEL19:00Melbourne

24 Mar

MEL20:30Melbourne

26h 00m

1 stop

LHR11:30London Heathrow

$1,506

Air India

1 Mar

LHR08:45London Heathrow

23h 15m

1 stop

MEL19:00Melbourne

18 Mar

MEL20:30Melbourne

26h 00m

1 stop

LHR11:30London Heathrow

$1,543

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LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Wed 4/2

19:45-15:10

1 stop32h 25m

Melbourne

Sun 1/3

20:45-17:55

2 stops32h 10m

$1,481

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Thu 19/2

10:30-12:00

1 stop38h 30m

Melbourne

Sat 28/3

12:00-15:00

1 stop38h 00m

$1,481

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Sun 7/6

19:00-12:40

1 stop32h 40m

Melbourne

Fri 10/7

11:00-06:40

1 stop28h 40m

$1,484

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Sat 28/2

20:55-17:00

1 stop33h 05m

Melbourne

Mon 9/3

18:20-14:30

1 stop31h 10m

$1,485

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Tue 17/3

21:00-10:00

1 stop26h 00m

Melbourne

Tue 14/4

19:45-19:30

1 stop32h 45m

$1,487

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Mon 23/3

08:45-19:00

1 stop23h 15m

Melbourne

Sun 5/4

19:35-07:30

1 stop44h 55m

$1,491

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Tue 14/4

21:30-19:20

2 stops36h 50m

Melbourne

Mon 27/4

21:00-18:30

2 stops30h 30m

$1,493

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Tue 17/3

20:20-21:30

2 stops38h 10m

Melbourne

Tue 14/4

21:00-07:05

1 stop43h 05m

$1,496

LondonMelbourne

LGW - AVV

LGWAVV

London Gatwick

Fri 13/3

09:40-09:45

2 stops37h 05m

Melbourne Avalon

Mon 30/3

16:40-12:35

2 stops29h 55m

$2,163

LondonMelbourne

LGW - AVV

LGWAVV

London Gatwick

Sat 18/4

21:45-14:10

2 stops31h 25m

Melbourne Avalon

Mon 18/5

10:30-12:35

2 stops35h 05m

$2,227

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from London to Melbourne

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between London and Melbourne?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne?

In general, May is the cheapest month to fly from London to Melbourne. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,407. If you aren’t able to travel to Melbourne during the month of May, then flying in June is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $1,602.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Melbourne?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Melbourne from London when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Melbourne for around $1,946 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Melbourne from London for as low as $1,790 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	22h 15m
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The fastest flight from London to Melbourne takes 22h 15m

There are no direct flights from London to Melbourne. There are no popular flight routes from London to Melbourne.

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How far is London to Melbourne by plane?
The straight-line distance from London to Melbourne is 16891.9 km. Typically, this will take 22h 15m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from London to Melbourne?
Prices for flights from London to Melbourne were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from London to Melbourne?
There are 11 operators available for flights from London to Melbourne as of January 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from London to Melbourne?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from London to Melbourne.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Melbourne?
The required travel and health documents for your Melbourne trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Melbourne. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from London to Melbourne

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Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
China Southern	PriceFrom $1,071	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 133 reviews	Search China Southern flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $1,169	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 191 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Royal Brunei Airlines	PriceFrom $1,344	Free cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search Royal Brunei Airlines flights
Air India	PriceFrom $1,462	Free cancellation	Rating 5.5 2,977 reviews	Search Air India flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $1,463	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,374 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $1,520	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 1,434 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Malaysia Airlines	PriceFrom $1,593	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 290 reviews	Search Malaysia Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $1,661	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,140 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,743	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,719 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,853	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,190 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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