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

China Eastern, China Southern, and XiamenAir are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to Japan

What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to Japan flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the morning have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Melbourne to Japan flights?

According to our data, Japan Airlines have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 19% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from Melbourne to Japan on average per day?

As of January 2026, there are 8 flights per day flying from Melbourne to Japan. The most common time of day flights depart is 07:00, with 100% of flights taking off at midday.

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

As of January 2026, 56 flights take off from Melbourne and land in Japan each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 14% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

Which airlines fly to Japan?

Qantas Airways, Cathay Pacific and China Eastern are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Japan from Melbourne according to our data. Qantas Airways is the first choice among our users, with 37% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Japan. Keep in mind that there are 20 different airlines that fly to Japan on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How often are flights from Melbourne to Japan delayed?

Historically, on average around 22% of flights between Melbourne and Japan have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 150 minutes.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Friday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Thursday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

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

Prices for flights from Melbourne to Japan are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

The number of operators available for flights from Melbourne to Japan is 20 as of January 2026.

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

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 Japan.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your Japan trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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21:00 - 13:00

MEL

NGO

41h 00m

2 stops

14:00 - 19:20

NGO

MEL

52h 20m

2 stops

$631China Southern

Thu, 23 Apr - Thu, 14 May

12:25 - 13:45

MEL

NRT

27h 20m

1 stop

14:55 - 10:25

NRT

MEL

17h 30m

1 stop

$685XiamenAir

Sat, 7 Mar - Sat, 14 Mar

12:25 - 13:45

MEL

NRT

27h 20m

1 stop

14:55 - 10:25

NRT

MEL

17h 30m

1 stop

$686XiamenAir

Mon, 2 Mar - Sat, 14 Mar

10:20 - 19:45

MEL

HND

34h 25m

1 stop

15:45 - 19:20

HND

MEL

26h 35m

2 stops

$686China Southern

Mon, 11 May - Tue, 19 May

12:00 - 21:00

MEL

KIX

35h 00m

1 stop

14:20 - 14:05

KIX

MEL

21h 45m

1 stop

$692China Eastern

Mon, 16 Mar - Fri, 20 Mar

21:30 - 14:30

MEL

NGO

18h 00m

1 stop

15:30 - 09:00

NGO

MEL

16h 30m

1 stop

$762China Eastern

Thu, 23 Apr - Thu, 14 May

06:00 - 19:50

AVV

KIX

14h 50m

1 stop

21:45 - 14:20

KIX

AVV

15h 35m

1 stop

$977Jetstar

Sat, 23 May - Wed, 3 Jun

23:20 - 10:00

MEL

FUK

12h 40m

1 stop

11:00 - 11:40

FUK

MEL

22h 40m

1 stop

$980China Airlines

Thu, 5 Mar - Thu, 2 Apr

06:00 - 19:50

AVV

KIX

14h 50m

1 stop

21:45 - 14:20

KIX

AVV

15h 35m

1 stop

$1,010Jetstar

Sat, 6 Jun - Wed, 17 Jun

07:25 - 19:45

MEL

ITM

13h 20m

1 stop

14:35 - 05:45

ITM

MEL

14h 10m

1 stop

$1,393Japan Airlines

Mon, 1 Jun - Tue, 9 Jun

Cathay Pacific flights from Melbourne to Japan

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Cathay Pacific

1 Mar

MEL14:20Melbourne

27h 00m

2 stops

FUK15:20Fukuoka

9 Mar

FUK16:30Fukuoka

28h 30m

1 stop

MEL23:00Melbourne

$1,226

Cathay Pacific

27 Jan

MEL00:45Melbourne

16h 05m

1 stop

CTS14:50Sapporo Chitose

6 Feb

CTS17:05Sapporo Chitose

17h 25m

1 stop

MEL12:30Melbourne

$1,513

Cathay Pacific

28 Jan

MEL00:45Melbourne

22h 15m

1 stop

NGO21:00Nagoya Chubu Centrair Intl

6 Feb

NGO15:15Nagoya Chubu Centrair Intl

37h 55m

1 stop

MEL07:10Melbourne

$1,711

China Airlines flights from Melbourne to Japan

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China Airlines

5 Mar

MEL23:20Melbourne

12h 40m

1 stop

FUK10:00Fukuoka

2 Apr

FUK11:00Fukuoka

22h 40m

1 stop

MEL11:40Melbourne

$980

China Airlines

5 Mar

MEL23:20Melbourne

12h 40m

1 stop

FUK10:00Fukuoka

2 Apr

FUK19:10Fukuoka

22h 40m

2 stops

MEL19:50Melbourne

$1,135

China Airlines

5 Mar

MEL23:20Melbourne

12h 40m

1 stop

FUK10:00Fukuoka

2 Apr

FUK21:00Fukuoka

20h 10m

2 stops

MEL19:10Melbourne

$1,152

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MEL - NGO

MELNGO

Melbourne

Thu 23/4

21:00-13:00

2 stops41h 00m

Nagoya Chubu Centrair Intl

Thu 14/5

14:00-19:20

2 stops52h 20m

$631

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MEL - NRT

MELNRT

Melbourne

Sat 7/3

12:25-13:45

1 stop27h 20m

Tokyo Narita

Sat 14/3

14:55-10:25

1 stop17h 30m

$685

MelbourneTokyo

MEL - NRT

MELNRT

Melbourne

Mon 2/3

12:25-13:45

1 stop27h 20m

Tokyo Narita

Sat 14/3

14:55-10:25

1 stop17h 30m

$686

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MEL - HND

MELHND

Melbourne

Mon 11/5

10:20-19:45

1 stop34h 25m

Tokyo Haneda

Tue 19/5

15:45-19:20

2 stops26h 35m

$686

MelbourneOsaka

MEL - KIX

MELKIX

Melbourne

Mon 16/3

12:00-21:00

1 stop35h 00m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Fri 20/3

14:20-14:05

1 stop21h 45m

$692

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MEL - NGO

MELNGO

Melbourne

Thu 23/4

21:30-14:30

1 stop18h 00m

Nagoya Chubu Centrair Intl

Thu 14/5

15:30-09:00

1 stop16h 30m

$762

MelbourneOsaka

AVV - KIX

AVVKIX

Melbourne Avalon

Sat 23/5

06:00-19:50

1 stop14h 50m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Wed 3/6

21:45-14:20

1 stop15h 35m

$977

MelbourneFukuoka

MEL - FUK

MELFUK

Melbourne

Thu 5/3

23:20-10:00

1 stop12h 40m

Fukuoka

Thu 2/4

11:00-11:40

1 stop22h 40m

$980

MelbourneOsaka

AVV - KIX

AVVKIX

Melbourne Avalon

Sat 6/6

06:00-19:50

1 stop14h 50m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Wed 17/6

21:45-14:20

1 stop15h 35m

$1,010

MelbourneOsaka

MEL - ITM

MELITM

Melbourne

Mon 1/6

07:25-19:45

1 stop13h 20m

Osaka Itami

Tue 9/6

14:35-05:45

1 stop14h 10m

$1,393

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Japan?

If you aren’t able to travel to Japan during the month of November, then flying in August is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $934.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Melbourne to Japan is on a Sunday when prices can be found for as low as $1,389. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Saturday because tickets tend to average around $1,551. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Japan.

What is the cheapest Melbourne to Japan flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Japan from Melbourne when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Japan for around $1,145 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Japan from Melbourne for as low as $1,013 on momondo.

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

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Melbourne to Japan 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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Fastest flight time	9h 55m
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Airports in Japan	202 airports

The fastest flight from Melbourne to Japan takes 9h 55m

Direct flights go from Melbourne to Japan every day.

There are 202 airports in Japan. From Melbourne there are direct flights to Tokyo Narita (NRT).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne to Japan?
Prices for flights from Melbourne to Japan are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne to Japan?
The number of operators available for flights from Melbourne to Japan is 20 as of January 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne to Japan?
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 Japan.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Japan?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Japan trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Scoot	PriceFrom $412	Free cancellation	Rating 6.7 314 reviews	Search Scoot flights
Juneyao Airlines	PriceFrom $439	Free cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search Juneyao Airlines flights
China Southern	PriceFrom $555	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 133 reviews	Search China Southern flights
Vietnam Airlines	PriceFrom $561	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 220 reviews	Search Vietnam Airlines flights
Jetstar	PriceFrom $572	Free cancellation	Rating 6.5 510 reviews	Search Jetstar flights
Cebu Pacific	PriceFrom $579	Free cancellation	Rating 6.8 205 reviews	Search Cebu Pacific flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $588	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 190 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Royal Brunei Airlines	PriceFrom $630	Free cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search Royal Brunei Airlines flights
XiamenAir	PriceFrom $637	Free cancellation	Rating 6.6 41 reviews	Search XiamenAir flights
Philippine Airlines	PriceFrom $695	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 955 reviews	Search Philippine Airlines flights

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Japan?

If you aren’t able to travel to Japan during the month of November, then flying in August is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $934.

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What is the cheapest Melbourne to Japan flight route?

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

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Melbourne to Japan flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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

China Eastern, China Southern, and XiamenAir are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to Japan

Which airlines fly to Japan?

How often are flights from Melbourne to Japan delayed?

Historically, on average around 22% of flights between Melbourne and Japan have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 150 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to Japan flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the morning have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Friday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Thursday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Melbourne to Japan flights?

According to our data, Japan Airlines have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 19% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from Melbourne to Japan on average per day?

As of January 2026, there are 8 flights per day flying from Melbourne to Japan. The most common time of day flights depart is 07:00, with 100% of flights taking off at midday.

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

As of January 2026, 56 flights take off from Melbourne and land in Japan each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 14% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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

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

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