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

China Eastern, Etihad Airways, and British Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to Italy

Which airlines fly to Italy?

Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways and Emirates are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Italy from Melbourne Airport according to our data. Etihad Airways is the first choice among our users, with 44% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Italy. Keep in mind that there are 15 different airlines that fly to Italy 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 Italy?

Prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Italy are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

There are 15 operators available for flights from Melbourne Airport to Italy as of August 2026.

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

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Melbourne Airport to Italy.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your Italy 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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16:30 - 18:30MEL Melbourne-FCO Rome Fiumicino

35h 00m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Beijing Capital

19:50 - 12:05FCO Rome Fiumicino-MEL Melbourne

30h 15m2 stops Beijing Capital Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,298Multiple Airlines

Tue, 20 Oct - Sun, 1 Nov

17:00 - 18:30MEL Melbourne-FCO Rome Fiumicino

34h 30m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Beijing Capital

19:50 - 15:35FCO Rome Fiumicino-MEL Melbourne

33h 45m2 stops Beijing Capital Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,301Multiple Airlines

Tue, 20 Oct - Tue, 17 Nov

15:00 - 18:30MEL Melbourne-VCE Venice Marco Polo

37h 30m1 stop Beijing Capital

20:45 - 15:40VCE Venice Marco Polo-MEL Melbourne

32h 55m1 stop Beijing Capital

$1,302Air China

Wed, 3 Feb - Sat, 13 Mar

20:20 - 07:00MEL Melbourne-FCO Rome Fiumicino

42h 40m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl

13:05 - 14:10FCO Rome Fiumicino-MEL Melbourne

41h 05m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl

$1,304Sichuan Airlines

Tue, 1 Sep - Thu, 17 Sep

20:20 - 07:00MEL Melbourne-FCO Rome Fiumicino

42h 40m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl

13:05 - 14:10FCO Rome Fiumicino-MEL Melbourne

41h 05m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl

$1,305Sichuan Airlines

Tue, 1 Sep - Wed, 16 Sep

12:00 - 18:15MEL Melbourne-FCO Rome Fiumicino

40h 15m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

20:15 - 14:05FCO Rome Fiumicino-MEL Melbourne

31h 50m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$1,306China Eastern

Mon, 1 Feb - Sun, 28 Feb

22:30 - 18:15MEL Melbourne-FCO Rome Fiumicino

29h 45m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

20:15 - 14:05FCO Rome Fiumicino-MEL Melbourne

31h 50m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$1,312China Eastern

Tue, 3 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov

20:15 - 07:15MEL Melbourne-MXP Milan Malpensa

45h 00m2 stops Beijing Capital Shanghai Pu Dong

11:30 - 15:40MXP Milan Malpensa-MEL Melbourne

42h 10m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Beijing Capital

$1,326Air China

Mon, 2 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov

22:35 - 18:30MEL Melbourne-FCO Rome Fiumicino

28h 55m2 stops Singapore Changi Istanbul

11:15 - 20:40FCO Rome Fiumicino-MEL Melbourne

23h 25m2 stops Istanbul Singapore Changi

$1,365Turkish Airlines

Mon, 5 Oct - Thu, 5 Nov

22:35 - 23:35MEL Melbourne-FCO Rome Fiumicino

34h 00m2 stops Singapore Changi Istanbul

14:50 - 20:40FCO Rome Fiumicino-MEL Melbourne

43h 50m2 stops Istanbul Singapore Changi

$1,375Turkish Airlines

Sat, 10 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct

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19:40 - 18:30MEL Melbourne-FCO Rome Fiumicino

30h 50m1 stop Beijing Capital

20:30 - 18:35FCO Rome Fiumicino-MEL Melbourne

38h 05m2 stops Beijing Capital Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,316Multiple Airlines

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19:40 - 18:30MEL Melbourne-FCO Rome Fiumicino

30h 50m1 stop Beijing Capital

20:30 - 14:25FCO Rome Fiumicino-MEL Melbourne

33h 55m1 stop Beijing Capital

$1,326Air China

Sun, 9 Aug - Mon, 24 Aug

11:00 - 19:10MEL Melbourne-FCO Rome Fiumicino

40h 10m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

21:10 - 09:00FCO Rome Fiumicino-MEL Melbourne

27h 50m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$1,332China Eastern

Sun, 9 Aug - Sun, 16 Aug

19:40 - 18:30MEL Melbourne-FCO Rome Fiumicino

30h 50m1 stop Beijing Capital

20:30 - 14:25FCO Rome Fiumicino-MEL Melbourne

33h 55m1 stop Beijing Capital

$1,335Air China

Wed, 12 Aug - Fri, 4 Sep

11:00 - 19:10MEL Melbourne-FCO Rome Fiumicino

40h 10m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

21:10 - 12:40FCO Rome Fiumicino-MEL Melbourne

31h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$1,339China Eastern

Mon, 10 Aug - Tue, 25 Aug

16:00 - 18:30MEL Melbourne-FCO Rome Fiumicino

34h 30m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Beijing Capital

20:30 - 14:25FCO Rome Fiumicino-MEL Melbourne

33h 55m1 stop Beijing Capital

$1,363Multiple Airlines

Mon, 10 Aug - Mon, 24 Aug

14:25 - 08:00MEL Melbourne-MXP Milan Malpensa

25h 35m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

12:45 - 05:55MXP Milan Malpensa-MEL Melbourne

33h 10m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

$1,864Cathay Pacific

Mon, 10 Aug - Tue, 25 Aug

22:45 - 14:15MEL Melbourne-MXP Milan Malpensa

23h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

23:00 - 22:05MXP Milan Malpensa-MEL Melbourne

39h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,878Qatar Airways

Mon, 10 Aug - Mon, 17 Aug

16:10 - 07:25MEL Melbourne-FCO Rome Fiumicino

23h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

09:40 - 16:50FCO Rome Fiumicino-MEL Melbourne

23h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,889Qatar Airways

Thu, 13 Aug - Thu, 20 Aug

13:30 - 18:25MEL Melbourne-FCO Rome Fiumicino

36h 55m2 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Istanbul

15:35 - 19:40FCO Rome Fiumicino-MEL Melbourne

44h 05m2 stops Istanbul Singapore Changi

$2,027Turkish Airlines

Sun, 9 Aug - Mon, 24 Aug

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China Eastern flights from Melbourne Airport to Italy

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China Eastern

10 Sept

MEL11:00Melbourne

29h 00m

1 stop

MXP08:00Milan Malpensa

20 Sept

MXP13:55Milan Malpensa

38h 45m

1 stop

MEL12:40Melbourne

$1,322

China Eastern

10 Sept

MEL11:00Melbourne

29h 00m

1 stop

MXP08:00Milan Malpensa

20 Sept

MXP13:55Milan Malpensa

38h 45m

1 stop

MEL12:40Melbourne

$1,325

China Eastern

17 Nov

MEL22:30Melbourne

42h 20m

1 stop

VCE06:50Venice Marco Polo

21 Nov

VCE10:30Venice Marco Polo

37h 30m

1 stop

MEL10:00Melbourne

$1,329

British Airways flights from Melbourne Airport to Italy

Our best British Airways deals on Melbourne Airport to Italy flight tickets

British Airways

4 Feb

MEL11:05Melbourne

34h 40m

2 stops

MXP11:45Milan Malpensa

6 Feb

MXP13:25Milan Malpensa

31h 15m

2 stops

MEL06:40Melbourne

$1,531

British Airways

4 Feb

MEL11:05Melbourne

34h 25m

2 stops

LIN11:30Milan Linate

6 Feb

LIN20:30Milan Linate

48h 10m

2 stops

MEL06:40Melbourne

$1,533

British Airways

2 Feb

MEL16:35Melbourne

38h 50m

2 stops

VCE21:25Venice Marco Polo

12 Mar

VCE17:40Venice Marco Polo

27h 00m

2 stops

MEL06:40Melbourne

$1,590

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1 stop32h 55m

$1,302

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Melbourne

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Rome Fiumicino

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$1,306

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1 stop31h 50m

$1,312

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Melbourne

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20:15-07:15

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Milan Malpensa

Mon 16/11

11:30-15:40

2 stops42h 10m

$1,326

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MEL Melbourne - FCO Rome Fiumicino

MELFCO

Melbourne

Mon 5/10

22:35-18:30

2 stops28h 55m

Rome Fiumicino

Thu 5/11

11:15-20:40

2 stops23h 25m

$1,365

MelbourneRome

MEL Melbourne - FCO Rome Fiumicino

MELFCO

Melbourne

Sat 10/10

22:35-23:35

2 stops34h 00m

Rome Fiumicino

Wed 28/10

14:50-20:40

2 stops43h 50m

$1,375

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Melbourne Airport to Italy

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Italy?

If you aren’t able to travel during the month of February, then book flights to Italy from Melbourne Airport during November instead. Flights to Italy in November, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around $1,353.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Italy from Melbourne Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Italy for around $1,773 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Italy from Melbourne Airport for as low as $1,553 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 13% on your flight if you consider stops on a Melbourne Airport to Italy flight.

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Fastest flight time	21h 05m
Direct flights	None

The fastest flight from Melbourne Airport to Italy takes 21h 05m

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

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Melbourne Airport to Italy

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Italy?
Prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Italy are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne Airport to Italy?
There are 15 operators available for flights from Melbourne Airport to Italy as of August 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne Airport to Italy?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Melbourne Airport to Italy.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Italy?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Italy 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 Italy

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Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $662	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 470 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $933	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 232 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $992	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,500 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $1,044	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,475 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Air China	PriceFrom $1,047	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 160 reviews	Search Air China flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,238	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,739 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Sichuan Airlines	PriceFrom $1,334	Free cancellation	Rating 7.8 35 reviews	Search Sichuan Airlines flights
Air India	PriceFrom $1,380	Free cancellation	Rating 5.5 2,952 reviews	Search Air India flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,536	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,079 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $1,547	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,648 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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