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 37% 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.

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.

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

China Eastern, Shenzhen Airlines, and Etihad Airways are the most popular carriers operating 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 28 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.

$621 Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Europe in 2026

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12:00 - 07:05MEL Melbourne-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

29h 05m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

11:30 - 14:05BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-MEL Melbourne

40h 35m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$1,051China Eastern

Sun, 25 Oct - Thu, 29 Oct

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

$1,203China Eastern

Tue, 20 Oct - Sun, 1 Nov

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

27h 45m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

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

32h 40m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

$1,205China Southern

Tue, 3 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov

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

27h 45m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

14:10 - 21:30IST Istanbul-MEL Melbourne

23h 20m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

$1,205China Southern

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20:15 - 17:35MEL Melbourne-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

31h 20m1 stop Beijing Capital

19:35 - 15:40BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-MEL Melbourne

34h 05m1 stop Beijing Capital

$1,205Air China

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19:35 - 15:40BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-MEL Melbourne

34h 05m1 stop Beijing Capital

$1,205Air China

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20:15 - 17:35MEL Melbourne-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

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19:35 - 13:35BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-MEL Melbourne

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$1,235Multiple Airlines

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20:15 - 17:35MEL Melbourne-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

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19:35 - 13:35BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-MEL Melbourne

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21:20 - 07:00MEL Melbourne-FCO Rome Fiumicino

42h 40m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl

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

41h 00m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl

$1,272Sichuan Airlines

Mon, 19 Oct - Thu, 29 Oct

21:20 - 07:00MEL Melbourne-FCO Rome Fiumicino

42h 40m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl

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

41h 00m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl

$1,276Sichuan Airlines

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19:45 - 19:30MEL Melbourne-LHR London Heathrow

32h 45m1 stop Haikou Meilan Intl

12:35 - 09:35LHR London Heathrow-MEL Melbourne

36h 00m1 stop Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

$1,371Multiple Airlines

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19:45 - 19:30MEL Melbourne-LHR London Heathrow

32h 45m1 stop Haikou Meilan Intl

22:00 - 14:05LHR London Heathrow-MEL Melbourne

31h 05m2 stops Changsha Huanghua Intl Haikou Meilan Intl

$1,385Hainan Airlines

Tue, 1 Sep - Fri, 4 Sep

19:45 - 19:30MEL Melbourne-LHR London Heathrow

32h 45m1 stop Haikou Meilan Intl

22:40 - 14:25LHR London Heathrow-MEL Melbourne

30h 45m1 stop Beijing Capital

$1,389Multiple Airlines

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19:40 - 06:50MEL Melbourne-FRA Frankfurt am Main

43h 10m1 stop Beijing Capital

14:15 - 14:25FRA Frankfurt am Main-MEL Melbourne

40h 10m1 stop Beijing Capital

$1,390Air China

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19:45 - 19:30MEL Melbourne-LHR London Heathrow

32h 45m1 stop Haikou Meilan Intl

22:00 - 14:05LHR London Heathrow-MEL Melbourne

31h 05m2 stops Changsha Huanghua Intl Haikou Meilan Intl

$1,406Hainan Airlines

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19:40 - 06:50MEL Melbourne-FRA Frankfurt am Main

43h 10m1 stop Beijing Capital

19:20 - 14:25FRA Frankfurt am Main-MEL Melbourne

35h 05m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Beijing Capital

$1,407Air China

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21:30 - 06:40MEL Melbourne-LGW London Gatwick

42h 10m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

11:35 - 12:40LGW London Gatwick-MEL Melbourne

40h 05m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$1,414China Eastern

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21:30 - 15:00MEL Melbourne-LGW London Gatwick

26h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

11:35 - 12:40LGW London Gatwick-MEL Melbourne

40h 05m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$1,414China Eastern

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

26h 30m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

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

24h 55m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

$1,480Air India

Wed, 2 Sep - Mon, 28 Sep

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

43h 35m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

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

24h 55m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

$1,480Air India

Tue, 1 Sep - Tue, 15 Sep

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Air China flights from Melbourne to Europe

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Air China

22 Nov

MEL20:15Melbourne

31h 20m

1 stop

BUD17:35Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

22 Dec

BUD19:35Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

34h 05m

1 stop

MEL15:40Melbourne

$1,205

Air China

30 Oct

MEL20:15Melbourne

44h 05m

1 stop

IST08:20Istanbul

6 Nov

IST14:55Istanbul

40h 45m

1 stop

MEL15:40Melbourne

$1,237

Air China

6 Sept

MEL19:40Melbourne

43h 20m

1 stop

IST08:00Istanbul

14 Sept

IST14:55Istanbul

40h 30m

1 stop

MEL14:25Melbourne

$1,238

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Emirates

2 Sept

MEL05:15Melbourne

19h 50m

1 stop

IST18:05Istanbul

9 Sept

IST16:25Istanbul

30h 05m

1 stop

MEL05:30Melbourne

$1,533

Emirates

6 Sept

MEL05:15Melbourne

23h 20m

1 stop

IST21:35Istanbul

14 Sept

IST23:30Istanbul

23h 00m

1 stop

MEL05:30Melbourne

$1,535

Emirates

2 Sept

MEL15:55Melbourne

29h 30m

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IST14:25Istanbul

15 Sept

IST01:45Istanbul

20h 45m

1 stop

MEL05:30Melbourne

$1,567

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MEL Melbourne - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

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MEL Melbourne - FCO Rome Fiumicino

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$1,272

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MEL Melbourne - FCO Rome Fiumicino

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21:20-07:00

1 stop42h 40m

Rome Fiumicino

Thu 29/10

12:00-15:00

1 stop41h 00m

$1,276

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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 $1,521. 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 $1,602.

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 $2,234. 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 $4,197. 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 $2,502. Flights to Europe are more costly in the afternoon, with an average ticket price of $3,592. 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 $1,852 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 $1,768 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	$621
Fastest flight time	20h 05m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Europe	4,106 airports

The best one-way flight to Europe from Melbourne in the past 72 hours is $621. The best return flight deal from Melbourne to Europe found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,051.

The fastest flight from Melbourne to Europe takes 20h 05m

Direct flights go from Melbourne to Europe every day.

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 28 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

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Melbourne to Europe with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Air China	PriceFrom $724	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 163 reviews	Search Air China flights
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $859	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 474 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights
Hainan Airlines	PriceFrom $935	Free cancellation	Rating 8.4 70 reviews	Search Hainan Airlines flights
Japan Airlines	PriceFrom $937	Free cancellation	Rating 8.3 1,912 reviews	Search Japan Airlines flights
XiamenAir	PriceFrom $999	Free cancellation	Rating 6.7 48 reviews	Search XiamenAir flights
Scoot	PriceFrom $1,078	Free cancellation	Rating 6.7 331 reviews	Search Scoot flights
China Airlines	PriceFrom $1,146	Free cancellation	Rating 8.3 844 reviews	Search China Airlines flights
Vietnam Airlines	PriceFrom $1,216	Free cancellation	Rating 7.7 286 reviews	Search Vietnam Airlines flights
Finnair	PriceFrom $1,258	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,430 reviews	Search Finnair flights
Shenzhen Airlines	PriceFrom $1,259	Free cancellation	Rating 7.9 26 reviews	Search Shenzhen Airlines 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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