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

Air India, Etihad Airways, and Turkish Airlines 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 31% 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 September 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.

$622 Cheap Flights from Melbourne to the United Kingdom in 2026

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12:00 - 19:10MEL Melbourne-LGW London Gatwick

41h 10m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

17:00 - 14:05LGW London Gatwick-MEL Melbourne

34h 05m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$1,355China Eastern

Wed, 7 Oct - Wed, 25 Nov

12:00 - 06:30MEL Melbourne-LGW London Gatwick

29h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

10:30 - 10:00LGW London Gatwick-MEL Melbourne

36h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$1,355China Eastern

Sun, 15 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov

20:45 - 18:15MEL Melbourne-LHR London Heathrow

32h 30m2 stops Haikou Meilan Intl Changsha Huanghua Intl

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

26h 00m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$1,359Multiple Airlines

Sun, 1 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov

20:45 - 18:15MEL Melbourne-LHR London Heathrow

32h 30m2 stops Haikou Meilan Intl Changsha Huanghua Intl

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

26h 00m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$1,359Multiple Airlines

Sun, 15 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov

10:20 - 14:30MEL Melbourne-LGW London Gatwick

37h 10m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

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

24h 40m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

$1,361China Southern

Tue, 29 Sep - Thu, 29 Oct

10:20 - 19:20MEL Melbourne-LHR London Heathrow

42h 00m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

22:00 - 21:30LHR London Heathrow-MEL Melbourne

36h 30m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

$1,368China Southern

Tue, 29 Sep - Thu, 29 Oct

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

32h 45m1 stop Haikou Meilan Intl

22:00 - 15:05LHR London Heathrow-MEL Melbourne

31h 05m1 stop Haikou Meilan Intl

$1,374Hainan Airlines

Tue, 29 Sep - Wed, 21 Oct

20:45 - 18:15MEL Melbourne-LHR London Heathrow

32h 30m2 stops Haikou Meilan Intl Changsha Huanghua Intl

19:45 - 15:10LHR London Heathrow-MEL Melbourne

32h 25m1 stop Haikou Meilan Intl

$1,378Hainan Airlines

Sun, 22 Nov - Wed, 9 Dec

20:40 - 06:35MEL Melbourne-LGW London Gatwick

43h 55m1 stop Beijing Capital

10:40 - 15:40LGW London Gatwick-MEL Melbourne

42h 00m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Beijing Capital

$1,384Air China

Wed, 21 Oct - Mon, 16 Nov

20:15 - 06:20MEL Melbourne-LGW London Gatwick

45h 05m1 stop Beijing Capital

11:05 - 15:40LGW London Gatwick-MEL Melbourne

41h 35m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Beijing Capital

$1,384Air China

Wed, 4 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov

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11:00 - 18:40MEL Melbourne-LHR London Heathrow

40h 40m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

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

30h 20m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$1,360China Eastern

Tue, 8 Sep - Tue, 15 Sep

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

32h 45m1 stop Haikou Meilan Intl

12:35 - 09:35LHR London Heathrow-MEL Melbourne

36h 00m1 stop Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

$1,360Multiple Airlines

Tue, 8 Sep - Fri, 11 Sep

01:30 - 11:30MEL Melbourne-LHR London Heathrow

43h 00m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

12:35 - 09:35LHR London Heathrow-MEL Melbourne

36h 00m1 stop Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

$1,364Multiple Airlines

Sat, 5 Sep - Sun, 13 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 05m2 stops Changsha Huanghua Intl Haikou Meilan Intl

$1,385Hainan Airlines

Sun, 6 Sep - Fri, 11 Sep

11:00 - 18:40MEL Melbourne-LHR London Heathrow

40h 40m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

21:20 - 09:00LHR London Heathrow-MEL Melbourne

26h 40m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$1,388China Eastern

Mon, 7 Sep - Wed, 9 Sep

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

32h 45m1 stop Haikou Meilan Intl

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

31h 05m2 stops Changsha Huanghua Intl Haikou Meilan Intl

$1,392Hainan Airlines

Tue, 8 Sep - Fri, 11 Sep

01:30 - 11:30MEL Melbourne-LHR London Heathrow

43h 00m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

13:15 - 19:40LHR London Heathrow-MEL Melbourne

45h 25m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

$1,411Air India

Sat, 5 Sep - Tue, 29 Sep

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

54h 20m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Zhengzhou

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

23h 20m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

$1,470China Southern

Sun, 6 Sep - Sun, 20 Sep

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

26h 30m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

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

24h 55m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

$1,474Air India

Mon, 7 Sep - Tue, 22 Sep

21:10 - 19:40MEL Melbourne-LGW London Gatwick

31h 30m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

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

23h 20m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

$1,504China Southern

Sun, 6 Sep - Sun, 20 Sep

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China Southern flights from Melbourne to United Kingdom

Our best China Southern deals on Melbourne to United Kingdom flight tickets

China Southern

29 Sept

MEL10:20Melbourne

37h 10m

1 stop

LGW14:30London Gatwick

29 Oct

LGW09:50London Gatwick

24h 40m

1 stop

MEL21:30Melbourne

$1,361

China Southern

29 Sept

MEL10:20Melbourne

42h 00m

1 stop

LHR19:20London Heathrow

29 Oct

LHR22:00London Heathrow

36h 30m

1 stop

MEL21:30Melbourne

$1,368

China Southern

1 Oct

MEL10:20Melbourne

29h 10m

1 stop

LGW06:30London Gatwick

31 Oct

LGW20:20London Gatwick

38h 10m

2 stops

MEL21:30Melbourne

$1,384

Hainan Airlines flights from Melbourne to United Kingdom

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

Hainan Airlines

29 Sept

MEL19:45Melbourne

32h 45m

1 stop

LHR19:30London Heathrow

21 Oct

LHR22:00London Heathrow

31h 05m

1 stop

MEL15:05Melbourne

$1,374

Hainan Airlines

6 Sept

MEL19:45Melbourne

32h 45m

2 stops

LHR19:30London Heathrow

11 Sept

LHR22:00London Heathrow

31h 05m

2 stops

MEL14:05Melbourne

$1,385

Hainan Airlines

8 Sept

MEL19:45Melbourne

32h 45m

1 stop

LHR19:30London Heathrow

11 Sept

LHR22:00London Heathrow

31h 05m

2 stops

MEL14:05Melbourne

$1,392

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$1,361

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Melbourne

Tue 29/9

10:20-19:20

1 stop42h 00m

London Heathrow

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22:00-21:30

1 stop36h 30m

$1,368

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MEL Melbourne - LHR London Heathrow

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Melbourne

Tue 29/9

19:45-19:30

1 stop32h 45m

London Heathrow

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22:00-15:05

1 stop31h 05m

$1,374

MelbourneLondon

MEL Melbourne - LHR London Heathrow

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Melbourne

Sun 22/11

20:45-18:15

2 stops32h 30m

London Heathrow

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19:45-15:10

1 stop32h 25m

$1,378

MelbourneLondon

MEL Melbourne - LGW London Gatwick

MELLGW

Melbourne

Wed 21/10

20:40-06:35

1 stop43h 55m

London Gatwick

Mon 16/11

10:40-15:40

2 stops42h 00m

$1,384

MelbourneLondon

MEL Melbourne - LGW London Gatwick

MELLGW

Melbourne

Wed 4/11

20:15-06:20

1 stop45h 05m

London Gatwick

Wed 25/11

11:05-15:40

2 stops41h 35m

$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 $1,527. If you don’t want to visit United Kingdom in February, then you should wait until May to fly from Melbourne, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,643.

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

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to United Kingdom is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as $2,222. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Saturday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Melbourne to United Kingdom for around $4,173.

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 $2,487 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 $3,571 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 $1,842 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 $1,757 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	$622
Fastest flight time	22h 30m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in United Kingdom	1,285 airports

The best one-way flight to United Kingdom from Melbourne in the past 72 hours is $622. The best return flight deal from Melbourne to United Kingdom found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,355.

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

Direct flights go from Melbourne to United Kingdom every day.

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 September 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
China Southern	PriceFrom $863	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 172 reviews	Search China Southern flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $884	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 236 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $906	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 474 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights
AirAsia X	PriceFrom $925	Free cancellation	Rating 6.4 48 reviews	Search AirAsia X flights
Hainan Airlines	PriceFrom $930	Free cancellation	Rating 8.4 70 reviews	Search Hainan Airlines flights
Japan Airlines	PriceFrom $932	Free cancellation	Rating 8.3 1,911 reviews	Search Japan Airlines flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $1,107	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,481 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Air China	PriceFrom $1,224	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 163 reviews	Search Air China flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $1,233	Free cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,206 reviews	Search British Airways flights
China Airlines	PriceFrom $1,234	Free cancellation	Rating 8.3 844 reviews	Search China Airlines flights

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momondo does allow users to show only those flights to United Kingdom from Melbourne which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

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