What is the cheapest airline that flies from Melbourne to United Kingdom?

Shenzhen Airlines, Etihad Airways, and Finnair are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to United Kingdom

Which airlines fly to United Kingdom?

Qatar Airways, Emirates and Etihad Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to United Kingdom from Melbourne according to our data. Qatar Airways is the first choice among our users, with 30% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to United Kingdom. Keep in mind that there are 24 different airlines that fly to United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom?

Prices for flights from Melbourne to United Kingdom are updated daily.

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

As of August 2026, there are 24 operators available to choose from for flights from Melbourne to United Kingdom.

How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne to United Kingdom?

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 United Kingdom.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to United Kingdom?

The required travel and health documents for your United Kingdom trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at United Kingdom. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

$629 Cheap Flights from Melbourne to the United Kingdom in 2026

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11:25 - 06:30MEL Melbourne-LGW London Gatwick

30h 05m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

09:50 - 21:30LGW London Gatwick-MEL Melbourne

24h 40m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

$1,370China Southern

Wed, 28 Oct - Mon, 16 Nov

11:20 - 06:30MEL Melbourne-LGW London Gatwick

29h 10m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

09:50 - 21:30LGW London Gatwick-MEL Melbourne

24h 40m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

$1,370China Southern

Fri, 23 Oct - Mon, 16 Nov

12:00 - 17:30MEL Melbourne-LHR London Heathrow

40h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

21:00 - 10:00LHR London Heathrow-MEL Melbourne

26h 00m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$1,370China Eastern

Sun, 1 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov

15:30 - 15:15MEL Melbourne-LHR London Heathrow

34h 45m2 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Helsinki-Vantaa

16:15 - 07:20LHR London Heathrow-MEL Melbourne

28h 05m2 stops Helsinki-Vantaa Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

$1,370Finnair

Mon, 26 Oct - Fri, 13 Nov

15:30 - 17:00MEL Melbourne-LHR London Heathrow

36h 30m2 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Helsinki-Vantaa

13:35 - 07:20LHR London Heathrow-MEL Melbourne

30h 45m2 stops Helsinki-Vantaa Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

$1,371Finnair

Mon, 9 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov

12:00 - 15:00MEL Melbourne-LGW London Gatwick

37h 00m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

10:30 - 14:05LGW London Gatwick-MEL Melbourne

40h 35m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$1,373China Eastern

Thu, 22 Oct - Thu, 19 Nov

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

32h 45m1 stop Haikou Meilan Intl

22:05 - 12:00LHR London Heathrow-MEL Melbourne

28h 55m1 stop Shenzhen

$1,373Multiple Airlines

Tue, 1 Sep - Sun, 13 Sep

23:30 - 18:35MEL Melbourne-LHR London Heathrow

30h 05m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

21:10 - 13:00LHR London Heathrow-MEL Melbourne

28h 50m1 stop Shenzhen

$1,373Multiple Airlines

Sun, 8 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov

22:15 - 19:10MEL Melbourne-LHR London Heathrow

31h 55m1 stop Shenzhen

21:10 - 13:00LHR London Heathrow-MEL Melbourne

28h 50m1 stop Shenzhen

$1,378Shenzhen Airlines

Thu, 12 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec

22:15 - 19:10MEL Melbourne-LHR London Heathrow

31h 55m1 stop Shenzhen

21:10 - 13:00LHR London Heathrow-MEL Melbourne

28h 50m1 stop Shenzhen

$1,384Shenzhen Airlines

Thu, 12 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec

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11:00 - 19:10MEL Melbourne-LGW London Gatwick

41h 10m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

17:55 - 12:40LGW London Gatwick-MEL Melbourne

33h 45m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$1,396China Eastern

Sun, 23 Aug - Sun, 13 Sep

11:00 - 06:40MEL Melbourne-LGW London Gatwick

28h 40m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

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

40h 05m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$1,396China Eastern

Tue, 25 Aug - Sun, 13 Sep

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

32h 45m1 stop Haikou Meilan Intl

21:20 - 12:40LHR London Heathrow-MEL Melbourne

30h 20m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$1,415Multiple Airlines

Tue, 25 Aug - Tue, 1 Sep

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

32h 45m1 stop Haikou Meilan Intl

21:20 - 10:00LHR London Heathrow-MEL Melbourne

27h 40m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Nanjing Lukou Intl

$1,422Multiple Airlines

Tue, 25 Aug - Thu, 10 Sep

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

26h 30m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

20:35 - 19:40LHR London Heathrow-MEL Melbourne

38h 05m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

$1,430Air India

Fri, 21 Aug - Sat, 12 Sep

10:20 - 18:30MEL Melbourne-LGW London Gatwick

41h 10m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Zhengzhou

11:00 - 19:20LGW London Gatwick-MEL Melbourne

23h 20m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

$1,502China Southern

Mon, 24 Aug - Sun, 6 Sep

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

27h 00m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

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

24h 55m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

$1,515Air India

Sun, 23 Aug - Tue, 8 Sep

21:10 - 18:30MEL Melbourne-LGW London Gatwick

54h 20m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Zhengzhou

22:10 - 08:40LGW London Gatwick-MEL Melbourne

25h 30m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

$1,540China Southern

Sun, 23 Aug - Sun, 13 Sep

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

32h 45m1 stop Haikou Meilan Intl

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

31h 05m1 stop Haikou Meilan Intl

$1,684Hainan Airlines

Tue, 25 Aug - Wed, 16 Sep

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

32h 45m2 stops Haikou Meilan Intl Changsha Huanghua Intl

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

31h 05m1 stop Haikou Meilan Intl

$7,349Hainan Airlines

Sun, 23 Aug - Wed, 23 Sep

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Finnair flights from Melbourne to United Kingdom

Our best Finnair deals on Melbourne to United Kingdom flight tickets

Finnair

26 Oct

MEL15:30Melbourne

34h 45m

2 stops

LHR15:15London Heathrow

13 Nov

LHR16:15London Heathrow

28h 05m

2 stops

MEL07:20Melbourne

$1,370

Finnair

9 Nov

MEL15:30Melbourne

36h 30m

2 stops

LHR17:00London Heathrow

22 Nov

LHR13:35London Heathrow

30h 45m

2 stops

MEL07:20Melbourne

$1,371

Finnair

28 Oct

MEL15:30Melbourne

28h 40m

2 stops

LHR09:10London Heathrow

21 Nov

LHR10:20London Heathrow

34h 00m

2 stops

MEL07:20Melbourne

$1,374

Shenzhen Airlines flights from Melbourne to United Kingdom

Our best Shenzhen Airlines deals on Melbourne to United Kingdom flight tickets

Shenzhen Airlines

12 Nov

MEL22:15Melbourne

31h 55m

1 stop

LHR19:10London Heathrow

2 Dec

LHR21:10London Heathrow

28h 50m

1 stop

MEL13:00Melbourne

$1,378

Shenzhen Airlines

12 Nov

MEL22:15Melbourne

31h 55m

1 stop

LHR19:10London Heathrow

2 Dec

LHR21:10London Heathrow

28h 50m

1 stop

MEL13:00Melbourne

$1,387

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15:30-17:00

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13:35-07:20

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$1,371

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Thu 22/10

12:00-15:00

1 stop37h 00m

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10:30-14:05

1 stop40h 35m

$1,373

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MEL Melbourne - LHR London Heathrow

MELLHR

Melbourne

Tue 1/9

19:45-19:30

1 stop32h 45m

London Heathrow

Sun 13/9

22:05-12:00

1 stop28h 55m

$1,373

MelbourneLondon

MEL Melbourne - LHR London Heathrow

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Melbourne

Sun 8/11

23:30-18:35

1 stop30h 05m

London Heathrow

Fri 20/11

21:10-13:00

1 stop28h 50m

$1,373

MelbourneLondon

MEL Melbourne - LHR London Heathrow

MELLHR

Melbourne

Thu 12/11

22:15-19:10

1 stop31h 55m

London Heathrow

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21:10-13:00

1 stop28h 50m

$1,378

MelbourneLondon

MEL Melbourne - LHR London Heathrow

MELLHR

Melbourne

Thu 12/11

22:15-19:10

1 stop31h 55m

London Heathrow

Wed 2/12

21:10-13:00

1 stop28h 50m

$1,384

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Melbourne to United Kingdom

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

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What is the cheapest month to fly to United Kingdom?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to United Kingdom from Melbourne, with most prices found around $1,533. If you don’t want to visit United Kingdom in February, then you should wait until November to fly from Melbourne, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,625.

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

Flying to United Kingdom from Melbourne at midday is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $2,249 when looking at flights departing at midday. In the afternoon is when there is more demand to fly to United Kingdom, so prices are often more expensive at around $3,615 per ticket.

What is the cheapest Melbourne to United Kingdom flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from Melbourne to the United Kingdom?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to United Kingdom from Melbourne when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to United Kingdom for around $1,860 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to United Kingdom from Melbourne for as low as $1,731 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Melbourne to United Kingdom flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Melbourne to United Kingdom flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Cheap Melbourne to United Kingdom flight deals and tips

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Best price found	$629
Fastest flight time	22h 30m
Direct flights	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri and Sat
Airports in United Kingdom	1,285 airports

The best one-way flight to United Kingdom from Melbourne in the past 72 hours is $629. The best return flight deal from Melbourne to United Kingdom found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,370.

The fastest flight from Melbourne to United Kingdom takes 22h 30m

Direct flights go from Melbourne to United Kingdom on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..

There are 1,285 airports in United Kingdom. From Melbourne there are direct flights to London Heathrow (LHR).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Melbourne to the United Kingdom

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne to United Kingdom?
Prices for flights from Melbourne to United Kingdom are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne to United Kingdom?
As of August 2026, there are 24 operators available to choose from for flights from Melbourne to United Kingdom.
How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne to United Kingdom?
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 United Kingdom.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to United Kingdom?
The required travel and health documents for your United Kingdom trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at United Kingdom. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Melbourne to United Kingdom

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

Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $677	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 471 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $870	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 232 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
China Southern	PriceFrom $874	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 172 reviews	Search China Southern flights
AirAsia X	PriceFrom $937	Free cancellation	Rating 6.4 48 reviews	Search AirAsia X flights
Hainan Airlines	PriceFrom $941	Free cancellation	Rating 8.3 69 reviews	Search Hainan Airlines flights
Japan Airlines	PriceFrom $943	Free cancellation	Rating 8.3 1,908 reviews	Search Japan Airlines flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $1,121	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,481 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
China Airlines	PriceFrom $1,167	Free cancellation	Rating 8.3 843 reviews	Search China Airlines flights
Air China	PriceFrom $1,239	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 161 reviews	Search Air China flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $1,249	Free cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,182 reviews	Search British Airways flights

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