Which airlines fly to Europe?

Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways and China Eastern are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Europe from Melbourne according to our data. Etihad Airways is the first choice among our users, with 36% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Europe. Keep in mind that there are 28 different airlines that fly to Europe on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Hainan Airlines, Air India, and Sichuan Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to Europe

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

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

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

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

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

The number of operators available for flights from Melbourne to Europe is 27 as of September 2026.

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

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 to Europe.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Europe 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 Europe. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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11:25 - 07:10MEL Melbourne-IST Istanbul

27h 45m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

14:10 - 06:50IST Istanbul-MEL Melbourne

32h 40m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

$1,185China Southern

Sun, 1 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov

21:40 - 06:10MEL Melbourne-IST Istanbul

40h 30m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl

15:30 - 15:00IST Istanbul-MEL Melbourne

39h 30m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl

$1,191Sichuan Airlines

Fri, 20 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov

12:00 - 08:10MEL Melbourne-IST Istanbul

28h 10m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

13:35 - 14:05IST Istanbul-MEL Melbourne

40h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$1,191China Eastern

Thu, 29 Oct - Fri, 30 Oct

21:40 - 06:10MEL Melbourne-IST Istanbul

40h 30m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl

15:30 - 15:00IST Istanbul-MEL Melbourne

39h 30m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl

$1,191Sichuan Airlines

Mon, 23 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov

12:00 - 08:10MEL Melbourne-IST Istanbul

28h 10m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

13:35 - 14:05IST Istanbul-MEL Melbourne

40h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$1,192China Eastern

Tue, 10 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov

08:40 - 07:10MEL Melbourne-IST Istanbul

30h 30m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

15:20 - 06:50IST Istanbul-MEL Melbourne

31h 30m2 stops Beijing Daxing Intl Guangzhou Baiyun

$1,220China Southern

Tue, 24 Nov - Thu, 17 Dec

20:15 - 08:20MEL Melbourne-IST Istanbul

44h 05m1 stop Beijing Capital

15:00 - 14:55IST Istanbul-MEL Melbourne

40h 55m1 stop Beijing Capital

$1,307Air China

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21:40 - 06:40MEL Melbourne-FCO Rome Fiumicino

43h 00m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl

17:15 - 10:00FCO Rome Fiumicino-MEL Melbourne

54h 45m2 stops Dublin Shanghai Pu Dong

$1,323Multiple Airlines

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20:15 - 18:05MEL Melbourne-FCO Rome Fiumicino

31h 50m1 stop Beijing Capital

20:05 - 12:35FCO Rome Fiumicino-MEL Melbourne

30h 30m2 stops Beijing Capital Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,333Multiple Airlines

Mon, 9 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov

20:15 - 18:05MEL Melbourne-FCO Rome Fiumicino

31h 50m1 stop Beijing Capital

20:30 - 15:55FCO Rome Fiumicino-MEL Melbourne

34h 25m1 stop Beijing Capital

$1,338Air China

Mon, 1 Mar - Wed, 31 Mar

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01:30 - 19:35MEL Melbourne-FRA Frankfurt am Main

26h 05m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

21:20 - 17:00FRA Frankfurt am Main-MEL Melbourne

33h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

$1,469Multiple Airlines

Sun, 20 Sep - Mon, 16 Nov

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

26h 30m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

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

45h 25m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

$1,491Air India

Tue, 15 Sep - Fri, 25 Sep

01:30 - 07:30MEL Melbourne-LHR London Heathrow

39h 00m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

09:45 - 19:40LHR London Heathrow-MEL Melbourne

24h 55m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

$1,491Air India

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01:30 - 19:35MEL Melbourne-FRA Frankfurt am Main

26h 05m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

21:55 - 17:00FRA Frankfurt am Main-MEL Melbourne

34h 05m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

$1,509Multiple Airlines

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14:50 - 11:55MEL Melbourne-IST Istanbul

28h 05m2 stops Adelaide Doha Hamad Intl

13:50 - 23:20IST Istanbul-MEL Melbourne

25h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,718Qatar Airways

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05:15 - 13:05MEL Melbourne-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

38h 50m1 stop Dubai Intl

14:20 - 23:20SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-MEL Melbourne

25h 00m1 stop Dubai Intl

$1,734Emirates

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05:15 - 13:05MEL Melbourne-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

38h 50m1 stop Dubai Intl

14:20 - 23:20SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-MEL Melbourne

25h 00m1 stop Dubai Intl

$1,734Emirates

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05:15 - 18:05MEL Melbourne-IST Istanbul

19h 50m1 stop Dubai Intl

16:25 - 23:20IST Istanbul-MEL Melbourne

22h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl

$1,741Qantas Airways

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05:15 - 14:25MEL Melbourne-IST Istanbul

40h 10m1 stop Dubai Intl

20:05 - 23:20IST Istanbul-MEL Melbourne

19h 15m1 stop Dubai Intl

$1,741Qantas Airways

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13:50 - 18:35MEL Melbourne-IST Istanbul

35h 45m2 stops Adelaide Doha Hamad Intl

13:50 - 23:20IST Istanbul-MEL Melbourne

25h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,846Qatar Airways

Thu, 17 Sep - Sun, 29 Nov

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China Eastern flights from Melbourne to Europe

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China Eastern

29 Oct

MEL12:00Melbourne

28h 10m

1 stop

IST08:10Istanbul

30 Oct

IST13:35Istanbul

40h 30m

1 stop

MEL14:05Melbourne

$1,191

China Eastern

29 Oct

MEL12:00Melbourne

28h 10m

1 stop

IST08:10Istanbul

4 Nov

IST13:35Istanbul

40h 30m

1 stop

MEL14:05Melbourne

$1,194

China Eastern

29 Oct

MEL12:00Melbourne

28h 10m

1 stop

IST08:10Istanbul

30 Oct

IST13:35Istanbul

40h 30m

1 stop

MEL14:05Melbourne

$1,201

Air India flights from Melbourne to Europe

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Air India

7 Oct

MEL02:30Melbourne

26h 05m

1 stop

FRA19:35Frankfurt am Main

23 Oct

FRA12:10Frankfurt am Main

23h 30m

1 stop

MEL20:40Melbourne

$1,438

Air India

16 Oct

MEL02:30Melbourne

26h 05m

1 stop

FRA19:35Frankfurt am Main

31 Oct

FRA11:15Frankfurt am Main

34h 15m

1 stop

MEL07:30Melbourne

$1,480

Air India

27 Sept

MEL01:30Melbourne

43h 00m

1 stop

LHR11:30London Heathrow

5 Oct

LHR20:35London Heathrow

38h 05m

1 stop

MEL20:40Melbourne

$1,491

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20:30-15:55

1 stop34h 25m

$1,338

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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, with most prices found around $1,533. If you aren’t able to travel to Europe during the month of February, then flying in October is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $1,626.

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

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Europe is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as $2,245. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Flights from Melbourne to Europe on a Saturday will generally be more expensive and average around $4,218. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

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

The cheapest time of day to fly to Europe is at midday when flights can be purchased for as low as $2,486. Flights to Europe are more costly in the afternoon, with an average ticket price of $3,610. Departure times in the afternoon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest Melbourne to Europe flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Europe from Melbourne when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Europe for around $1,861 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 for as low as $1,752 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Melbourne to Europe flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Melbourne to Europe flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Best price found	$584
Fastest flight time	19h 50m
Direct flights	Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat and Sun
Airports in Europe	4,106 airports

The best one-way flight to Europe from Melbourne in the past 72 hours is $584. The best return flight deal from Melbourne to Europe found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,185.

The fastest flight from Melbourne to Europe takes 19h 50m

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

There are 4,106 airports in Europe. From Melbourne there are direct flights to London Heathrow (LHR), Istanbul (IST).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Melbourne to Europe

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne to Europe?
Prices for flights from Melbourne to Europe were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne to Europe?
The number of operators available for flights from Melbourne to Europe is 27 as of September 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne to Europe?
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 to Europe.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Europe?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Europe 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 Europe. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from Melbourne to Europe

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Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Air China	PriceFrom $728	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 166 reviews	Search Air China flights
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $863	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 475 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights
Hainan Airlines	PriceFrom $940	Free cancellation	Rating 8.4 70 reviews	Search Hainan Airlines flights
Japan Airlines	PriceFrom $942	Free cancellation	Rating 8.3 1,914 reviews	Search Japan Airlines flights
XiamenAir	PriceFrom $1,004	Free cancellation	Rating 6.7 48 reviews	Search XiamenAir flights
Scoot	PriceFrom $1,084	Free cancellation	Rating 6.7 335 reviews	Search Scoot flights
China Airlines	PriceFrom $1,151	Free cancellation	Rating 8.3 847 reviews	Search China Airlines flights
Vietnam Airlines	PriceFrom $1,234	Free cancellation	Rating 7.7 288 reviews	Search Vietnam Airlines flights
Thai Airways	PriceFrom $1,251	Free cancellation	Rating 7.9 419 reviews	Search Thai Airways flights
Finnair	PriceFrom $1,264	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,430 reviews	Search Finnair flights

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Can I find flights from Melbourne to Europe with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. All flights to Europe from Melbourne on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

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