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

Finnair, China Eastern, and Turkish Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to United Kingdom

Which airlines fly to United Kingdom?

Emirates, Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to United Kingdom from Melbourne according to our data. Emirates is the first choice among our users, with 34% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to United Kingdom. Keep in mind that there are 27 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 May 2026, there are 27 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.

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11:00 - 09:45

MEL

EDI

31h 45m

2 stops

13:40 - 09:00

EDI

MEL

34h 20m

2 stops

$1,467Multiple Airlines

Thu, 2 Jul - Thu, 16 Jul

12:00 - 22:25

MEL

LHR

43h 25m

2 stops

22:40 - 10:30

LHR

MEL

50h 50m

2 stops

$1,489Turkish Airlines

Sat, 18 Jul - Mon, 17 Aug

12:00 - 15:00

MEL

LGW

37h 00m

1 stop

10:30 - 10:00

LGW

MEL

36h 30m

1 stop

$1,492China Eastern

Fri, 16 Oct - Sun, 15 Nov

12:00 - 06:40

MEL

LGW

28h 40m

1 stop

10:30 - 14:05

LGW

MEL

40h 35m

1 stop

$1,496China Eastern

Fri, 16 Oct - Fri, 13 Nov

18:20 - 15:05

MEL

LHR

30h 45m

1 stop

13:55 - 17:00

LHR

MEL

40h 05m

1 stop

$1,497Etihad Airways

Fri, 16 Oct - Sun, 15 Nov

20:40 - 17:40

MEL

LHR

31h 00m

1 stop

21:35 - 15:40

LHR

MEL

55h 05m

2 stops

$1,499Air China

Wed, 14 Oct - Thu, 5 Nov

18:20 - 12:45

MEL

LHR

28h 25m

1 stop

20:55 - 17:00

LHR

MEL

33h 05m

1 stop

$1,506Etihad Airways

Wed, 14 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct

19:40 - 18:20

MEL

LGW

31h 40m

1 stop

20:25 - 14:55

LGW

MEL

33h 30m

1 stop

$1,516Air China

Sun, 26 Jul - Wed, 12 Aug

22:45 - 16:50

MEL

GLA

51h 05m

2 stops

14:35 - 16:50

GLA

MEL

41h 15m

2 stops

$2,180Qatar Airways

Tue, 21 Jul - Tue, 28 Jul

16:10 - 16:50

MEL

GLA

33h 40m

2 stops

14:35 - 16:50

GLA

MEL

41h 15m

2 stops

$2,184Qatar Airways

Tue, 21 Jul - Tue, 28 Jul

Hainan Airlines flights from Melbourne to United Kingdom

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

Hainan Airlines

16 Aug

MEL19:45Melbourne

32h 45m

1 stop

LHR19:30London Heathrow

18 Sept

LHR22:00London Heathrow

31h 05m

1 stop

MEL14:05Melbourne

$1,567

Hainan Airlines

4 Aug

MEL19:45Melbourne

32h 45m

1 stop

LHR19:30London Heathrow

4 Sept

LHR22:00London Heathrow

31h 05m

1 stop

MEL14:05Melbourne

$1,577

Hainan Airlines

16 Aug

MEL19:45Melbourne

32h 45m

1 stop

LHR19:30London Heathrow

18 Sept

LHR22:00London Heathrow

31h 05m

1 stop

MEL14:05Melbourne

$1,583

Air China flights from Melbourne to United Kingdom

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

Air China

26 July

MEL19:40Melbourne

31h 40m

1 stop

LGW18:20London Gatwick

12 Aug

LGW20:25London Gatwick

33h 30m

1 stop

MEL14:55Melbourne

$1,516

Air China

26 July

MEL19:40Melbourne

31h 40m

1 stop

LGW18:20London Gatwick

12 Aug

LGW20:25London Gatwick

33h 30m

1 stop

MEL14:55Melbourne

$1,517

Air China

26 July

MEL19:40Melbourne

31h 40m

1 stop

LGW18:20London Gatwick

12 Aug

LGW20:25London Gatwick

33h 30m

1 stop

MEL14:55Melbourne

$1,520

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MELEDI

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Thu 2/7

11:00-09:45

2 stops31h 45m

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Thu 16/7

13:40-09:00

2 stops34h 20m

$1,467

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MELLHR

Melbourne

Sat 18/7

12:00-22:25

2 stops43h 25m

London Heathrow

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22:40-10:30

2 stops50h 50m

$1,489

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MEL - LGW

MELLGW

Melbourne

Fri 16/10

12:00-15:00

1 stop37h 00m

London Gatwick

Sun 15/11

10:30-10:00

1 stop36h 30m

$1,492

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LGW

MELLGW

Melbourne

Fri 16/10

12:00-06:40

1 stop28h 40m

London Gatwick

Fri 13/11

10:30-14:05

1 stop40h 35m

$1,496

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MEL - LHR

MELLHR

Melbourne

Fri 16/10

18:20-15:05

1 stop30h 45m

London Heathrow

Sun 15/11

13:55-17:00

1 stop40h 05m

$1,497

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LHR

MELLHR

Melbourne

Wed 14/10

20:40-17:40

1 stop31h 00m

London Heathrow

Thu 5/11

21:35-15:40

2 stops55h 05m

$1,499

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MelbourneLondon

MEL - LHR

MELLHR

Melbourne

Wed 14/10

18:20-12:45

1 stop28h 25m

London Heathrow

Wed 28/10

20:55-17:00

1 stop33h 05m

$1,506

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LGW

MELLGW

Melbourne

Sun 26/7

19:40-18:20

1 stop31h 40m

London Gatwick

Wed 12/8

20:25-14:55

1 stop33h 30m

$1,516

MelbourneGlasgow

MEL - GLA

MELGLA

Melbourne

Tue 21/7

22:45-16:50

2 stops51h 05m

Glasgow Intl

Tue 28/7

14:35-16:50

2 stops41h 15m

$2,180

MelbourneGlasgow

MEL - GLA

MELGLA

Melbourne

Tue 21/7

16:10-16:50

2 stops33h 40m

Glasgow Intl

Tue 28/7

14:35-16:50

2 stops41h 15m

$2,184

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

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What is the cheapest month to fly to United Kingdom?

The month of March is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to United Kingdom from Melbourne, with most prices found around $1,532. If you don’t want to visit United Kingdom in March, then you should wait until May to fly from Melbourne, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,537.

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 $1,802 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 $1,576 on momondo.

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

There is only 1 cabin class 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.

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Fastest flight time	22h 30m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in United Kingdom	1,286 airports

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

Direct flights go from Melbourne to United Kingdom every day.

There are 1,286 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 May 2026, there are 27 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
AirAsia X	PriceFrom $935	Free cancellation	Rating 6.4 47 reviews	Search AirAsia X flights
Hainan Airlines	PriceFrom $939	Free cancellation	Rating 8.3 66 reviews	Search Hainan Airlines flights
Japan Airlines	PriceFrom $941	Free cancellation	Rating 8.3 1,824 reviews	Search Japan Airlines flights
China Southern	PriceFrom $954	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 152 reviews	Search China Southern flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $1,118	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,393 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
China Airlines	PriceFrom $1,203	Free cancellation	Rating 8.3 826 reviews	Search China Airlines flights
Finnair	PriceFrom $1,213	Free cancellation	Rating 7.7 1,399 reviews	Search Finnair flights
Air China	PriceFrom $1,253	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 152 reviews	Search Air China flights
Air India	PriceFrom $1,263	Free cancellation	Rating 5.5 2,957 reviews	Search Air India flights
Royal Brunei Airlines	PriceFrom $1,304	Free cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search Royal Brunei Airlines flights

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