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

Air New Zealand, Delta, and United Airlines 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 47% 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 October 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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16:50 - 14:05MEL-IAH

38h 15m1 stop

20:05 - 10:55IAH-MEL

21h 50m1 stop

$1,718Air New Zealand

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Tue, 24 Feb - Thu, 5 Mar

08:10 - 16:24MEL-IAH

25h 14m2 stops

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27h 50m2 stops

$1,763Air Canada

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23h 43m1 stop

$1,764American Airlines

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10:11 - 05:00HOU-MEL

25h 49m1 stop

$1,764American Airlines

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17:25 - 21:15IAH-MEL

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13:00 - 18:28MEL-IAH

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24h 06m2 stops

$2,142United Airlines

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Tue, 24 Feb - Thu, 5 Mar

16:05 - 19:24MEL-IAH

20h 19m1 stop

16:32 - 11:40IAH-MEL

26h 08m2 stops

$2,232Qantas Airways

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Fri, 7 Nov - Fri, 14 Nov

16:05 - 11:42MEL-HOU

36h 37m1 stop

16:24 - 10:05HOU-MEL

24h 41m2 stops

$2,232Qantas Airways

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23:55 - 14:05MEL-IAH

31h 10m1 stop

14:05 - 11:15IAH-MEL

28h 10m2 stops

$2,272Multiple Airlines

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Japan Airlines flights from Melbourne to Houston

Our best Japan Airlines deals on Melbourne to Houston flight tickets

Japan Airlines

3 Dec

MEL07:20Melbourne

27h 39m

2 stops

HOU17:59Houston Hobby

4 Dec

HOU05:44Houston Hobby

30h 56m

2 stops

MEL05:40Melbourne

$3,130

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3 Dec

MEL07:20Melbourne

27h 39m

2 stops

HOU17:59Houston Hobby

28 Dec

HOU05:40Houston Hobby

31h 00m

2 stops

MEL05:40Melbourne

$3,442

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24 Feb

MEL07:20Melbourne

27h 29m

2 stops

HOU17:49Houston Hobby

5 Mar

HOU20:24Houston Hobby

40h 16m

2 stops

MEL05:40Melbourne

$3,452

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American Airlines

5 Nov

MEL12:00Melbourne

25h 20m

2 stops

HOU20:20Houston Hobby

19 Nov

HOU10:11Houston Hobby

25h 49m

1 stop

MEL05:00Melbourne

$1,764

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17 Nov

MEL12:00Melbourne

24h 24m

2 stops

IAH19:24Houston George Bush Intcntl

24 Nov

IAH14:24Houston George Bush Intcntl

26h 06m

2 stops

MEL09:30Melbourne

$1,784

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11 Nov

MEL08:15Melbourne

25h 02m

2 stops

IAH16:17Houston George Bush Intcntl

19 Nov

IAH10:43Houston George Bush Intcntl

25h 17m

1 stop

MEL05:00Melbourne

$1,798

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1 stop38h 15m

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20:05-10:55

1 stop21h 50m

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MELIAH

Melbourne

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08:10-16:24

2 stops25h 14m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

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17:25-14:15

2 stops27h 50m

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MELIAH

Melbourne

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12:00-22:28

2 stops27h 28m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

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16:47-09:30

1 stop23h 43m

$1,764

MelbourneHouston

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MELHOU

Melbourne

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12:00-20:20

2 stops25h 20m

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10:11-05:00

1 stop25h 49m

$1,764

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MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

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07:10-16:24

2 stops26h 14m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

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17:25-15:35

2 stops29h 10m

$1,766

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MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Tue 24/2

08:10-16:24

2 stops25h 14m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

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17:25-21:15

2 stops34h 50m

$1,820

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MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Tue 24/2

13:00-18:28

2 stops22h 28m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

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16:24-09:30

2 stops24h 06m

$2,142

MelbourneHouston

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Fri 7/11

16:05-19:24

1 stop20h 19m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 14/11

16:32-11:40

2 stops26h 08m

$2,232

MelbourneHouston

MEL - HOU

MELHOU

Melbourne

Fri 7/11

16:05-11:42

1 stop36h 37m

Houston Hobby

Fri 14/11

16:24-10:05

2 stops24h 41m

$2,232

MelbourneHouston

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Tue 11/11

23:55-14:05

1 stop31h 10m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 13/11

14:05-11:15

2 stops28h 10m

$2,272

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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 February, then flying in March is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $1,597.

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 $1,797. 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 $2,195.

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 $1,900. 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 $2,287 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 $1,927 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 $1,567 on momondo.

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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 18h 49m.
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 October 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 $1,199	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,335 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,236	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 922 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,360	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,988 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $1,376	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 517 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $1,704	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 421 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights

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