Which airlines fly to Houston?

United Airlines, Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Houston from Melbourne according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 44% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Houston. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Houston on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Air New Zealand, United Airlines, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to Houston

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

Prices for flights from Melbourne to Houston refresh daily.

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

The number of operators available for flights from Melbourne to Houston is 5 as of December 2025.

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

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 Houston.

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

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

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12:00 - 18:06

MEL

HOU

23h 06m2 stops

16:55 - 10:05

HOU

MEL

24h 10m2 stops

$1,527American Airlines

Tue, 3 Feb - Tue, 10 Feb

11:55 - 23:57

MEL

IAH

28h 02m2 stops

16:32 - 07:30

IAH

MEL

23h 58m2 stops

$1,544United Airlines

Sun, 29 Mar - Wed, 15 Apr

11:30 - 17:00

MEL

IAH

22h 30m1 stop

18:10 - 10:00

IAH

MEL

22h 50m1 stop

$1,545United Airlines

Tue, 24 Feb - Thu, 5 Mar

18:20 - 18:06

MEL

HOU

40h 46m2 stops

18:36 - 05:00

HOU

MEL

41h 24m1 stop

$1,547Qantas Airways

Tue, 3 Feb - Tue, 10 Feb

11:00 - 15:03

MEL

IAH

44h 03m2 stops

18:54 - 07:50

IAH

MEL

45h 56m2 stops

$1,554Delta

Sun, 29 Mar - Sun, 12 Apr

10:10 - 13:58

MEL

IAH

20h 48m1 stop

18:37 - 08:00

IAH

MEL

44h 23m2 stops

$1,556Delta

Sun, 18 Jan - Sun, 25 Jan

10:10 - 22:33

MEL

HOU

29h 23m2 stops

17:04 - 08:00

HOU

MEL

45h 56m2 stops

$1,556Delta

Sun, 18 Jan - Sun, 25 Jan

10:45 - 19:55

MEL

HOU

26h 10m2 stops

16:20 - 09:30

HOU

MEL

24h 10m2 stops

$1,571American Airlines

Tue, 24 Feb - Thu, 5 Mar

12:10 - 16:25

MEL

IAH

19h 15m1 stop

10:00 - 10:55

IAH

MEL

33h 55m2 stops

$1,829Air New Zealand

Sat, 2 May - Sun, 10 May

11:30 - 06:07

MEL

IAH

35h 37m1 stop

07:00 - 09:30

IAH

MEL

33h 30m1 stop

$1,890Virgin Australia

Sun, 18 Jan - Sun, 25 Jan

American Airlines flights from Melbourne to Houston

Our best American Airlines deals on Melbourne to Houston flight tickets

American Airlines

3 Feb

MEL12:00Melbourne

23h 06m

2 stops

HOU18:06Houston Hobby

10 Feb

HOU16:55Houston Hobby

24h 10m

2 stops

MEL10:05Melbourne

$1,527

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American Airlines

24 Feb

MEL10:45Melbourne

26h 10m

2 stops

HOU19:55Houston Hobby

5 Mar

HOU16:20Houston Hobby

24h 10m

2 stops

MEL09:30Melbourne

$1,571

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American Airlines

24 Feb

MEL11:05Melbourne

21h 45m

2 stops

HOU15:50Houston Hobby

5 Mar

HOU12:17Houston Hobby

28h 13m

2 stops

MEL09:30Melbourne

$1,572

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Qantas Airways flights from Melbourne to Houston

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Qantas Airways

3 Feb

MEL18:20Melbourne

40h 46m

2 stops

HOU18:06Houston Hobby

10 Feb

HOU18:36Houston Hobby

41h 24m

1 stop

MEL05:00Melbourne

$1,547

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Qantas Airways

2 May

MEL08:00Melbourne

24h 59m

2 stops

HOU17:59Houston Hobby

10 May

HOU20:27Houston Hobby

22h 33m

2 stops

MEL10:00Melbourne

$3,841

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Qantas Airways

1 Apr

MEL14:35Melbourne

21h 15m

1 stop

HOU19:50Houston Hobby

15 Apr

HOU14:32Houston Hobby

23h 28m

1 stop

MEL05:00Melbourne

$3,849

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MELHOU

Melbourne

Tue 3/2

12:00-18:06

2 stops23h 06m

Houston Hobby

Tue 10/2

16:55-10:05

2 stops24h 10m

$1,527

MelbourneHouston

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Sun 29/3

11:55-23:57

2 stops28h 02m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 15/4

16:32-07:30

2 stops23h 58m

$1,544

MelbourneHouston

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Tue 24/2

11:30-17:00

1 stop22h 30m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 5/3

18:10-10:00

1 stop22h 50m

$1,545

MelbourneHouston

MEL - HOU

MELHOU

Melbourne

Tue 3/2

18:20-18:06

2 stops40h 46m

Houston Hobby

Tue 10/2

18:36-05:00

1 stop41h 24m

$1,547

MelbourneHouston

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Sun 29/3

11:00-15:03

2 stops44h 03m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 12/4

18:54-07:50

2 stops45h 56m

$1,554

MelbourneHouston

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Sun 18/1

10:10-13:58

1 stop20h 48m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 25/1

18:37-08:00

2 stops44h 23m

$1,556

MelbourneHouston

MEL - HOU

MELHOU

Melbourne

Sun 18/1

10:10-22:33

2 stops29h 23m

Houston Hobby

Sun 25/1

17:04-08:00

2 stops45h 56m

$1,556

MelbourneHouston

MEL - HOU

MELHOU

Melbourne

Tue 24/2

10:45-19:55

2 stops26h 10m

Houston Hobby

Thu 5/3

16:20-09:30

2 stops24h 10m

$1,571

MelbourneHouston

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Sat 2/5

12:10-16:25

1 stop19h 15m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 10/5

10:00-10:55

2 stops33h 55m

$1,829

MelbourneHouston

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Sun 18/1

11:30-06:07

1 stop35h 37m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 25/1

07:00-09:30

1 stop33h 30m

$1,890

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Melbourne to Houston

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Houston?

If you aren’t able to travel to Houston during the month of March, then flying in January is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $1,566.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Melbourne to Houston is on a Sunday when prices can be found for as low as $1,764. On the other hand, Tuesday is the most expensive day to depart from Melbourne because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around $2,156.

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

At midday is the cheapest time of day to fly from Melbourne to Houston when you can find flight prices for as low as $1,866. Flying to Houston at midday is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the evening when prices are $2,246 on average. Flights to Houston from Melbourne in the evening are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Houston from Melbourne when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Houston for around $1,896 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Houston from Melbourne for as low as $1,584 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	19h 15m
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The fastest flight from Melbourne to Houston takes 19h 15m

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

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How far is Melbourne to Houston by plane?
The straight-line distance from Melbourne to Houston is 14453.2 km. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 19h 15m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne to Houston?
Prices for flights from Melbourne to Houston refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne to Houston?
The number of operators available for flights from Melbourne to Houston is 5 as of December 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne to Houston?
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 Houston.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Houston?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Houston 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 Houston. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from Melbourne to Houston

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Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Air Canada	PriceFrom $1,177	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,551 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,214	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 949 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $1,419	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 556 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,560	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,102 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $1,673	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 428 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights

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Flights from Melbourne to Houston with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

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