Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between London and Melbourne Airport?

Singapore (SIN) was the most common stop: 22% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which airlines fly to Melbourne Airport?

China Southern, Etihad Airways and China Eastern are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Melbourne Airport from London according to our data. China Southern is the first choice among our users, with 32% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Melbourne Airport. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to Melbourne Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from London to Melbourne Airport?

Flights connecting via Abu Dhabi (AUH) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 21h 14m.

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from London to Melbourne Airport?

Flights via Guangzhou (CAN) offer the lowest average return price of $1,177.

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

China Eastern, Emirates, and Turkish Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from London to Melbourne

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from London to Melbourne Airport?

Abu Dhabi (AUH) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 1h 08m.

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

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

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

There are 8 operators available for flights from London to Melbourne Airport as of August 2026.

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

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 Airport.

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

The required travel and health documents for your Melbourne Airport 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 Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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75h 00m3 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Xi'an Xianyang Nanjing Lukou Intl

01:50 - 17:30MEL Melbourne-LHR London Heathrow

26h 40m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$1,486China Eastern

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21:00 - 10:00LHR London Heathrow-MEL Melbourne

26h 00m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

22:30 - 17:30MEL Melbourne-LHR London Heathrow

30h 00m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$1,486China Eastern

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22:00 - 21:30LHR London Heathrow-MEL Melbourne

36h 30m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

23:30 - 17:55MEL Melbourne-LHR London Heathrow

29h 25m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Beijing Daxing Intl

$1,486China Southern

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22:00 - 21:30LHR London Heathrow-MEL Melbourne

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23:30 - 18:35MEL Melbourne-LHR London Heathrow

30h 05m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Beijing Daxing Intl

$1,486China Southern

Sat, 7 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov

21:20 - 10:00LHR London Heathrow-MEL Melbourne

51h 40m3 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Xi'an Xianyang Nanjing Lukou Intl

17:20 - 12:45MEL Melbourne-LHR London Heathrow

28h 25m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

$1,488Multiple Airlines

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28h 55m1 stop Shenzhen

22:15 - 19:10MEL Melbourne-LHR London Heathrow

31h 55m1 stop Shenzhen

$1,489Shenzhen Airlines

Fri, 23 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct

20:45 - 19:40LHR London Heathrow-MEL Melbourne

37h 55m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

01:30 - 19:00MEL Melbourne-LHR London Heathrow

26h 30m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

$1,516Air India

Sat, 5 Sep - Sat, 26 Sep

14:00 - 19:40LHR London Heathrow-MEL Melbourne

44h 40m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

01:30 - 19:00MEL Melbourne-LHR London Heathrow

26h 30m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

$1,529Air India

Thu, 3 Sep - Wed, 23 Sep

20:55 - 17:00LHR London Heathrow-MEL Melbourne

33h 05m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

18:20 - 18:10MEL Melbourne-LHR London Heathrow

34h 50m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

$1,631Etihad Airways

Sat, 31 Oct - Fri, 20 Nov

20:55 - 17:00LHR London Heathrow-MEL Melbourne

33h 05m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

18:20 - 12:05MEL Melbourne-LHR London Heathrow

28h 45m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

$1,632Etihad Airways

Tue, 17 Nov - Sat, 5 Dec

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17:10 - 19:20LGW London Gatwick-MEL Melbourne

41h 10m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

10:20 - 18:30MEL Melbourne-LGW London Gatwick

41h 10m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Zhengzhou

$1,546China Southern

Wed, 12 Aug - Fri, 28 Aug

11:35 - 10:00LGW London Gatwick-MEL Melbourne

37h 25m3 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Xi'an Xianyang Nanjing Lukou Intl

11:00 - 15:00MEL Melbourne-LGW London Gatwick

37h 00m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$1,605China Eastern

Tue, 11 Aug - Tue, 18 Aug

17:40 - 08:40LGW London Gatwick-MEL Melbourne

30h 00m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

10:20 - 14:30MEL Melbourne-LGW London Gatwick

37h 10m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

$1,608China Southern

Tue, 11 Aug - Tue, 25 Aug

22:05 - 20:20LHR London Heathrow-MEL Melbourne

37h 15m2 stops Shenzhen Singapore Changi

11:00 - 18:40MEL Melbourne-LHR London Heathrow

40h 40m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$1,608Multiple Airlines

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56h 00m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Shanghai Pu Dong

11:00 - 15:00MEL Melbourne-LGW London Gatwick

37h 00m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$1,636Multiple Airlines

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75h 00m3 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Xi'an Xianyang Nanjing Lukou Intl

11:00 - 06:40MEL Melbourne-LGW London Gatwick

28h 40m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$1,720China Eastern

Sun, 9 Aug - Wed, 26 Aug

13:15 - 19:40LHR London Heathrow-MEL Melbourne

45h 25m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

01:30 - 12:05MEL Melbourne-LHR London Heathrow

43h 35m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

$1,943Air India

Mon, 10 Aug - Tue, 29 Sep

17:00 - 11:15LHR London Heathrow-MEL Melbourne

33h 15m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

07:25 - 18:10MEL Melbourne-LHR London Heathrow

43h 45m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

$2,062Cathay Pacific

Mon, 10 Aug - Thu, 3 Sep

22:15 - 05:55LHR London Heathrow-MEL Melbourne

22h 40m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

07:25 - 15:15MEL Melbourne-LHR London Heathrow

40h 50m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

$2,062Cathay Pacific

Thu, 13 Aug - Fri, 28 Aug

13:15 - 19:40LHR London Heathrow-MEL Melbourne

45h 25m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

01:30 - 11:30MEL Melbourne-LHR London Heathrow

43h 00m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

$2,069Air India

Wed, 12 Aug - Sun, 16 Aug

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China Eastern

2 Nov

LHR21:00London Heathrow

26h 00m

1 stop

MEL10:00Melbourne

16 Nov

MEL22:30Melbourne

30h 00m

1 stop

LHR17:30London Heathrow

$1,486

China Eastern

29 Sept

LGW22:00London Gatwick

29h 40m

1 stop

MEL12:40Melbourne

28 Oct

MEL12:00Melbourne

29h 30m

1 stop

LGW06:30London Gatwick

$1,489

China Eastern

4 Sept

LHR21:20London Heathrow

26h 40m

1 stop

MEL09:00Melbourne

7 Sept

MEL12:00Melbourne

63h 40m

2 stops

LHR18:40London Heathrow

$1,491

China Southern flights from London to Melbourne Airport

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China Southern

4 Nov

LHR22:00London Heathrow

36h 30m

1 stop

MEL21:30Melbourne

19 Nov

MEL23:30Melbourne

29h 25m

2 stops

LHR17:55London Heathrow

$1,489

China Southern

4 Nov

LHR22:00London Heathrow

36h 30m

1 stop

MEL21:30Melbourne

19 Nov

MEL23:30Melbourne

29h 25m

2 stops

LHR17:55London Heathrow

$1,492

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16 Sept

LGW11:00London Gatwick

36h 40m

1 stop

MEL08:40Melbourne

4 Oct

MEL11:20Melbourne

29h 10m

1 stop

LGW06:30London Gatwick

$1,494

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$1,516

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$1,529

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LHR London Heathrow - MEL Melbourne

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20:55-17:00

1 stop33h 05m

Melbourne

Fri 20/11

18:20-18:10

1 stop34h 50m

$1,631

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LHR London Heathrow - MEL Melbourne

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London Heathrow

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20:55-17:00

1 stop33h 05m

Melbourne

Sat 5/12

18:20-12:05

1 stop28h 45m

$1,632

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $1,683 to $2,322.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,486.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne Airport?

The month of September is another great option to travel to Melbourne Airport, with average flight prices from London averaging around $1,727.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Melbourne Airport from London when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Melbourne Airport for around $1,978 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Melbourne Airport from London for as low as $1,730 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on London to Melbourne Airport flights?

You could potentially save up to 14% on your flight if you consider stops on a London to Melbourne Airport flight.

How have London to Melbourne Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of August 2026, prices for London to Melbourne Airport flights are approximately 29% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from London to Melbourne Airport

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Frequently asked questions about flying from London to Melbourne Airport

How far is London to Melbourne by plane?
The straight-line distance from London to Melbourne is 16873.2 km. By plane, this route typically takes 21h 55m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from London to Melbourne Airport?
Prices for flights from London to Melbourne Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from London to Melbourne Airport?
There are 8 operators available for flights from London to Melbourne Airport as of August 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from London to Melbourne Airport?
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 Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Melbourne Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Melbourne Airport 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 Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from London to Melbourne Airport?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from London to Melbourne Airport is Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (100.00% of total bookings).
What is the most popular airline from London to Melbourne Airport?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from London to Melbourne Airport is China Southern (20% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are China Eastern (18%), Etihad Airways (17%), and Singapore Airlines (10%).

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China Southern	PriceFrom $1,023	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 171 reviews	Search China Southern flights
Air India	PriceFrom $1,184	Free cancellation	Rating 5.5 2,951 reviews	Search Air India flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $1,235	Free cancellation	Rating 8.2 1,584 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $1,286	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,500 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $1,334	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 232 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $1,587	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,441 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,665	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,739 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $2,141	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,079 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights

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