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

Turkish Airlines, AirAsia X, and China Eastern are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to Europe

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

The number of flights available between Melbourne Airport and Europe is 3 per week as of April 2026. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 33% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

Which airlines fly to Europe?

Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways and Emirates are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Europe from Melbourne Airport according to our data. Etihad Airways is the first choice among our users, with 37% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Europe. Keep in mind that there are 33 different airlines that fly to Europe on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Europe are updated daily.

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

As of April 2026, there are 32 operators available to choose from for flights from Melbourne Airport to Europe.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Melbourne Airport to Europe.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your Europe trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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21:30 - 08:10

MEL

IST

41h 40m

1 stop

14:00 - 12:40

IST

MEL

39h 40m

1 stop

$1,141China Eastern

Sat, 2 May - Sun, 17 May

21:30 - 08:10

MEL

IST

41h 40m

1 stop

14:00 - 09:00

IST

MEL

36h 00m

1 stop

$1,226China Eastern

Sat, 2 May - Tue, 26 May

20:20 - 06:30

MEL

IST

41h 10m

1 stop

15:40 - 14:10

IST

MEL

39h 30m

1 stop

$1,243Sichuan Airlines

Thu, 7 May - Thu, 14 May

12:00 - 23:35

MEL

FCO

43h 35m

2 stops

10:45 - 08:20

FCO

MEL

37h 35m

2 stops

$1,280Turkish Airlines

Thu, 7 May - Fri, 22 May

12:00 - 18:25

MEL

FCO

38h 25m

2 stops

10:45 - 10:30

FCO

MEL

39h 45m

2 stops

$1,287Turkish Airlines

Thu, 7 May - Thu, 14 May

20:20 - 06:30

MEL

IST

41h 10m

1 stop

15:40 - 14:10

IST

MEL

39h 30m

1 stop

$1,290Sichuan Airlines

Mon, 18 May - Tue, 9 Jun

19:40 - 18:30

MEL

FCO

30h 50m

1 stop

20:30 - 14:55

FCO

MEL

34h 25m

1 stop

$1,311Air China

Fri, 31 Jul - Mon, 31 Aug

19:40 - 08:00

MEL

IST

43h 20m

1 stop

15:00 - 14:55

IST

MEL

40h 55m

1 stop

$1,314Air China

Wed, 27 May - Wed, 3 Jun

17:10 - 19:30

MEL

FCO

34h 20m

1 stop

10:55 - 15:50

FCO

MEL

20h 55m

1 stop

$1,321Etihad Airways

Sun, 26 Apr - Thu, 30 Apr

17:10 - 07:30

MEL

FCO

22h 20m

1 stop

11:35 - 15:50

FCO

MEL

20h 15m

1 stop

$1,323Etihad Airways

Wed, 29 Apr - Sat, 23 May

Etihad Airways flights from Melbourne Airport to Europe

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Etihad Airways

26 Apr

MEL17:10Melbourne

34h 20m

1 stop

FCO19:30Rome Fiumicino

30 Apr

FCO10:55Rome Fiumicino

20h 55m

1 stop

MEL15:50Melbourne

$1,321

Etihad Airways

29 Apr

MEL17:10Melbourne

22h 20m

1 stop

FCO07:30Rome Fiumicino

23 May

FCO11:35Rome Fiumicino

20h 15m

1 stop

MEL15:50Melbourne

$1,323

Etihad Airways

6 Oct

MEL18:20Melbourne

32h 55m

1 stop

FCO18:15Rome Fiumicino

20 Nov

FCO10:25Rome Fiumicino

20h 35m

1 stop

MEL17:00Melbourne

$1,327

China Eastern flights from Melbourne Airport to Europe

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China Eastern

2 May

MEL21:30Melbourne

41h 40m

1 stop

IST08:10Istanbul

17 May

IST14:00Istanbul

39h 40m

1 stop

MEL12:40Melbourne

$1,141

China Eastern

2 May

MEL21:30Melbourne

41h 40m

1 stop

IST08:10Istanbul

3 June

IST14:00Istanbul

36h 00m

1 stop

MEL09:00Melbourne

$1,222

China Eastern

2 May

MEL21:30Melbourne

41h 40m

1 stop

IST08:10Istanbul

26 May

IST14:00Istanbul

36h 00m

1 stop

MEL09:00Melbourne

$1,226

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MELIST

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Sat 2/5

21:30-08:10

1 stop41h 40m

Istanbul

Sun 17/5

14:00-12:40

1 stop39h 40m

$1,141

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MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Sat 2/5

21:30-08:10

1 stop41h 40m

Istanbul

Tue 26/5

14:00-09:00

1 stop36h 00m

$1,226

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Thu 7/5

20:20-06:30

1 stop41h 10m

Istanbul

Thu 14/5

15:40-14:10

1 stop39h 30m

$1,243

MelbourneRome

MEL - FCO

MELFCO

Melbourne

Thu 7/5

12:00-23:35

2 stops43h 35m

Rome Fiumicino

Fri 22/5

10:45-08:20

2 stops37h 35m

$1,280

MelbourneRome

MEL - FCO

MELFCO

Melbourne

Thu 7/5

12:00-18:25

2 stops38h 25m

Rome Fiumicino

Thu 14/5

10:45-10:30

2 stops39h 45m

$1,287

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Mon 18/5

20:20-06:30

1 stop41h 10m

Istanbul

Tue 9/6

15:40-14:10

1 stop39h 30m

$1,290

MelbourneRome

MEL - FCO

MELFCO

Melbourne

Fri 31/7

19:40-18:30

1 stop30h 50m

Rome Fiumicino

Mon 31/8

20:30-14:55

1 stop34h 25m

$1,311

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Wed 27/5

19:40-08:00

1 stop43h 20m

Istanbul

Wed 3/6

15:00-14:55

1 stop40h 55m

$1,314

MelbourneRome

MEL - FCO

MELFCO

Melbourne

Sun 26/4

17:10-19:30

1 stop34h 20m

Rome Fiumicino

Thu 30/4

10:55-15:50

1 stop20h 55m

$1,321

Fastest return journey

MelbourneRome

MEL - FCO

MELFCO

Melbourne

Wed 29/4

17:10-07:30

1 stop22h 20m

Rome Fiumicino

Sat 23/5

11:35-15:50

1 stop20h 15m

$1,323

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Europe?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Europe from Melbourne Airport, with most prices found around $1,437. If you aren’t able to travel to Europe during the month of February, then flying in November is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $1,494.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Europe from Melbourne Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Europe for around $1,800 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Europe from Melbourne Airport for as low as $1,579 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 1% on your flight if you consider stops on a Melbourne Airport to Europe flight.

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Fastest flight time	19h 40m
Direct flights	Tue, Thu and Sun
Airports in Europe	4,107 airports

The fastest flight from Melbourne Airport to Europe takes 19h 40m

Direct flights go from Melbourne Airport to Europe on Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..

There are 4,107 airports in Europe. From Melbourne Airport there are direct flights to Istanbul (IST).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Melbourne Airport to Europe

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Europe?
Prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Europe are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne Airport to Europe?
As of April 2026, there are 32 operators available to choose from for flights from Melbourne Airport to Europe.
How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne Airport to Europe?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Melbourne Airport to Europe.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Europe?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Europe trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Europe

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Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Hainan Airlines	PriceFrom $949	Free cancellation	Rating 8.2 64 reviews	Search Hainan Airlines flights
Japan Airlines	PriceFrom $951	Free cancellation	Rating 8.3 1,779 reviews	Search Japan Airlines flights
XiamenAir	PriceFrom $1,014	Free cancellation	Rating 6.6 42 reviews	Search XiamenAir flights
Sichuan Airlines	PriceFrom $1,025	Free cancellation	Rating 7.9 33 reviews	Search Sichuan Airlines flights
Scoot	PriceFrom $1,065	Free cancellation	Rating 6.7 325 reviews	Search Scoot flights
China Airlines	PriceFrom $1,072	Free cancellation	Rating 8.3 816 reviews	Search China Airlines flights
SWISS	PriceFrom $1,190	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,921 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Finnair	PriceFrom $1,216	Free cancellation	Rating 7.7 1,386 reviews	Search Finnair flights
Vietnam Airlines	PriceFrom $1,246	Free cancellation	Rating 7.7 258 reviews	Search Vietnam Airlines flights
Garuda Indonesia	PriceFrom $1,253	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 89 reviews	Search Garuda Indonesia flights

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