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

United Airlines, Japan Airlines, and Qantas Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to Houston

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 45% 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.

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.

$1,297 Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Houston in 2025/26

1 adult

Discover deals from 900+ travel sites with momondo.

Save money when you book flights with momondo

Big names, great deals

Search 100s of travel sites to compare prices.

Filter for what you want

Free Wi-Fi? Stopover? Instantly customise your results.

Trusted and free

We’re completely free to use - no hidden charges or fees.

Price Alerts

Not ready to book? to track prices.

Search flight deals

Find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Houston

Round-trip

One-way

Last minute

Cheap return flights

Enter your travel dates to find the best prices.

16:05 - 22:46

MEL

HOU

23h 41m1 stop

12:47 - 05:00

HOU

MEL

23h 13m1 stop

$1,447American Airlines

Mon, 19 Jan - Mon, 26 Jan

16:05 - 22:46

MEL

HOU

23h 41m1 stop

10:35 - 05:00

HOU

MEL

25h 25m1 stop

$1,456American Airlines

Mon, 19 Jan - Mon, 26 Jan

08:10 - 16:24

MEL

IAH

25h 14m2 stops

17:25 - 15:35

IAH

MEL

29h 10m2 stops

$1,467Air Canada

Thu, 5 Feb - Mon, 9 Feb

08:10 - 16:24

MEL

IAH

25h 14m2 stops

17:25 - 15:35

IAH

MEL

29h 10m2 stops

$1,472Air Canada

Thu, 5 Feb - Mon, 9 Feb

11:30 - 23:59

MEL

IAH

29h 29m2 stops

12:40 - 09:30

IAH

MEL

27h 50m1 stop

$1,532United Airlines

Tue, 24 Feb - Thu, 5 Mar

11:30 - 15:33

MEL

IAH

21h 03m1 stop

14:25 - 09:30

IAH

MEL

26h 05m2 stops

$1,536United Airlines

Tue, 24 Feb - Thu, 5 Mar

11:30 - 14:22

MEL

IAH

19h 52m1 stop

20:01 - 09:30

IAH

MEL

20h 29m1 stop

$1,760Virgin Australia

Thu, 18 Dec - Mon, 5 Jan

11:30 - 14:22

MEL

IAH

19h 52m1 stop

12:20 - 10:00

IAH

MEL

28h 40m1 stop

$1,765Virgin Australia

Tue, 23 Dec - Mon, 5 Jan

10:10 - 10:21

MEL

HOU

41h 11m2 stops

17:04 - 08:00

HOU

MEL

45h 56m2 stops

$2,427Delta

Sun, 18 Jan - Sun, 25 Jan

10:10 - 23:11

MEL

HOU

30h 01m2 stops

11:09 - 08:00

HOU

MEL

51h 51m2 stops

$2,600Delta

Fri, 26 Dec - Sun, 18 Jan

Qantas Airways flights from Melbourne to Houston

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Melbourne to Houston flight tickets

Qantas Airways

19 Jan

MEL11:05Melbourne

22h 07m

2 stops

HOU16:12Houston Hobby

26 Jan

HOU16:55Houston Hobby

24h 25m

2 stops

MEL10:20Melbourne

$3,876

Find similar

Qantas Airways

11 Dec

MEL16:05Melbourne

18h 54m

1 stop

HOU17:59Houston Hobby

18 Dec

HOU12:09Houston Hobby

23h 51m

1 stop

MEL05:00Melbourne

$3,911

Find similar

Qantas Airways

19 Jan

MEL10:45Melbourne

22h 27m

2 stops

HOU16:12Houston Hobby

26 Jan

HOU18:36Houston Hobby

23h 49m

2 stops

MEL11:25Melbourne

$4,020

Find similar

American Airlines flights from Melbourne to Houston

Our best American Airlines deals on Melbourne to Houston flight tickets

American Airlines

19 Jan

MEL16:05Melbourne

23h 41m

1 stop

HOU22:46Houston Hobby

26 Jan

HOU12:47Houston Hobby

23h 13m

1 stop

MEL05:00Melbourne

$1,447

Find similar

American Airlines

19 Jan

MEL16:05Melbourne

23h 41m

1 stop

HOU22:46Houston Hobby

26 Jan

HOU10:35Houston Hobby

25h 25m

1 stop

MEL05:00Melbourne

$1,456

Find similar

American Airlines

19 Jan

MEL10:45Melbourne

22h 27m

2 stops

HOU16:12Houston Hobby

26 Jan

HOU10:35Houston Hobby

25h 25m

1 stop

MEL05:00Melbourne

$1,499

Find similar

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneHouston

MEL - HOU

MELHOU

Melbourne

Mon 19/1

16:05-22:46

1 stop23h 41m

Houston Hobby

Mon 26/1

12:47-05:00

1 stop23h 13m

$1,447

MelbourneHouston

MEL - HOU

MELHOU

Melbourne

Mon 19/1

16:05-22:46

1 stop23h 41m

Houston Hobby

Mon 26/1

10:35-05:00

1 stop25h 25m

$1,456

MelbourneHouston

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Thu 5/2

08:10-16:24

2 stops25h 14m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 9/2

17:25-15:35

2 stops29h 10m

$1,467

MelbourneHouston

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Thu 5/2

08:10-16:24

2 stops25h 14m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 9/2

17:25-15:35

2 stops29h 10m

$1,472

MelbourneHouston

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Tue 24/2

11:30-23:59

2 stops29h 29m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 5/3

12:40-09:30

1 stop27h 50m

$1,532

MelbourneHouston

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Tue 24/2

11:30-15:33

1 stop21h 03m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 5/3

14:25-09:30

2 stops26h 05m

$1,536

MelbourneHouston

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Thu 18/12

11:30-14:22

1 stop19h 52m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 5/1

20:01-09:30

1 stop20h 29m

$1,760

MelbourneHouston

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Tue 23/12

11:30-14:22

1 stop19h 52m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 5/1

12:20-10:00

1 stop28h 40m

$1,765

MelbourneHouston

MEL - HOU

MELHOU

Melbourne

Sun 18/1

10:10-10:21

2 stops41h 11m

Houston Hobby

Sun 25/1

17:04-08:00

2 stops45h 56m

$2,427

MelbourneHouston

MEL - HOU

MELHOU

Melbourne

Fri 26/12

10:10-23:11

2 stops30h 01m

Houston Hobby

Sun 18/1

11:09-08:00

2 stops51h 51m

$2,600

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Showing 1-10 of 20 resultsSorted by cheapest first

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Melbourne to Houston

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

Prices

Airlines

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 $1,575.

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 $1,756. 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 $2,146.

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 $1,857. 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 $2,235 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 $1,888 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 $1,577 on momondo.

Cheap Melbourne to Houston flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Melbourne to Houston

Fastest flight time	19h 01m
Direct flights	None

The fastest flight from Melbourne to Houston takes 19h 01m

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

Search flight deals

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 18h 55m.
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

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

Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Air Canada	PriceFrom $1,171	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,510 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,208	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 948 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $1,412	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 551 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,502	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,071 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $1,666	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 426 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Melbourne to Houston?

To find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo gathers a range of flights from a large pool of different airlines and agents; you can then use our insights and filters to find and book the right flight to Houston from Melbourne.

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

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.

How can momondo help me find flights from Melbourne to Houston?

Once you have performed a search in the form on the page, momondo provides useful filters and insights. We can show you the cheapest days and times to fly as well as help filter your options to help you make an informed choice when booking flights to Houston from Melbourne.

I’m not ready to book a flight from Melbourne to Houston right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

If you are simply researching potential flights to Houston, momondo offers a useful price alert feature which will track prices for flights to Houston from Melbourne and alert you when they change.