How long does it take to fly to Melbourne?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in Scotland you fly out of and what airport in Melbourne you fly into. For example, flying from Edinburgh to Melbourne Airport takes 23h 20m on average. On the other hand, flying from Glasgow to Melbourne Airport takes 28h 40m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo to see if there are any available for your route.

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

China Southern is the most popular carrier operating from Scotland to Melbourne

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

Prices for flights from Scotland to Melbourne are updated daily.

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

As of August 2025, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from Scotland to Melbourne.

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

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Scotland to Melbourne.

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

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Melbourne may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Melbourne. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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17:00 - 09:45GLA-MEL

29h 45m2 stops

23:30 - 07:50MEL-GLA

43h 20m2 stops

$1,341

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Wed, 26 Nov - Wed, 18 Feb

17:00 - 08:40GLA-MEL

30h 40m2 stops

21:00 - 23:15MEL-GLA

35h 15m2 stops

$1,352China Southern

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Fri, 5 Sep - Sun, 21 Sep

12:45 - 07:10EDI-MEL

31h 25m2 stops

15:35 - 12:05MEL-EDI

31h 30m2 stops

$1,745Lufthansa

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Tue, 4 Nov - Tue, 11 Nov

12:45 - 07:10EDI-MEL

31h 25m2 stops

15:35 - 12:05MEL-EDI

31h 30m2 stops

$1,776Lufthansa

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Tue, 4 Nov - Mon, 10 Nov

07:30 - 17:50EDI-MEL

23h 20m1 stop

16:10 - 06:00MEL-EDI

24h 50m1 stop

$1,879Qatar Airways

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Tue, 11 Nov - Mon, 8 Dec

12:30 - 09:30EDI-MEL

58h 00m3 stops

13:00 - 07:55MEL-EDI

29h 55m2 stops

$1,891United Airlines

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Sun, 2 Nov - Fri, 14 Nov

08:25 - 09:00EDI-MEL

37h 35m2 stops

13:00 - 07:55MEL-EDI

29h 55m2 stops

$1,895United Airlines

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Thu, 30 Oct - Sun, 9 Nov

07:30 - 17:50EDI-MEL

23h 20m1 stop

23:40 - 12:35MEL-EDI

23h 55m1 stop

$1,912Qatar Airways

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Thu, 27 Nov - Tue, 24 Feb

20:55 - 23:20EDI-MEL

39h 25m1 stop

16:55 - 19:05MEL-EDI

37h 10m2 stops

$1,995Emirates

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Thu, 27 Nov - Tue, 24 Feb

21:50 - 08:50EDI-MEL

26h 00m2 stops

22:55 - 20:15MEL-EDI

30h 20m1 stop

$2,007Emirates

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Wed, 3 Sep - Tue, 30 Sep

Emirates flights from Scotland to Melbourne

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Emirates

27 Nov

EDI20:55Edinburgh Turnhouse

39h 25m

1 stop

MEL23:20Melbourne

24 Feb

MEL16:55Melbourne

37h 10m

2 stops

EDI19:05Edinburgh Turnhouse

$1,995

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Emirates

3 Sept

EDI21:50Edinburgh Turnhouse

26h 00m

2 stops

MEL08:50Melbourne

30 Sept

MEL22:55Melbourne

30h 20m

1 stop

EDI20:15Edinburgh Turnhouse

$2,007

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Emirates

1 Nov

EDI20:55Edinburgh Turnhouse

34h 20m

1 stop

MEL18:15Melbourne

11 Nov

MEL22:30Melbourne

31h 35m

1 stop

EDI19:05Edinburgh Turnhouse

$2,029

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China Southern flights from Scotland to Melbourne

Our best China Southern deals on Scotland to Melbourne flight tickets

China Southern

5 Sept

GLA17:00Glasgow Intl

30h 40m

2 stops

MEL08:40Melbourne

21 Sept

MEL21:00Melbourne

35h 15m

2 stops

GLA23:15Glasgow Intl

$1,352

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China Southern

21 Sept

GLA15:40Glasgow Intl

42h 40m

2 stops

MEL19:20Melbourne

28 Sept

MEL10:20Melbourne

45h 55m

2 stops

GLA23:15Glasgow Intl

$1,358

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Return

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GlasgowMelbourne

GLA - MEL

GLAMEL

Glasgow Intl

Wed 26/11

17:00-09:45

2 stops29h 45m

Melbourne

Wed 18/2

23:30-07:50

2 stops43h 20m

$1,341

GlasgowMelbourne

GLA - MEL

GLAMEL

Glasgow Intl

Fri 5/9

17:00-08:40

2 stops30h 40m

Melbourne

Sun 21/9

21:00-23:15

2 stops35h 15m

$1,352

EdinburghMelbourne

EDI - MEL

EDIMEL

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 4/11

12:45-07:10

2 stops31h 25m

Melbourne

Tue 11/11

15:35-12:05

2 stops31h 30m

$1,745

EdinburghMelbourne

EDI - MEL

EDIMEL

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 4/11

12:45-07:10

2 stops31h 25m

Melbourne

Mon 10/11

15:35-12:05

2 stops31h 30m

$1,776

EdinburghMelbourne

EDI - MEL

EDIMEL

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 11/11

07:30-17:50

1 stop23h 20m

Melbourne

Mon 8/12

16:10-06:00

1 stop24h 50m

$1,879

EdinburghMelbourne

EDI - MEL

EDIMEL

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 2/11

12:30-09:30

3 stops58h 00m

Melbourne

Fri 14/11

13:00-07:55

2 stops29h 55m

$1,891

EdinburghMelbourne

EDI - MEL

EDIMEL

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 30/10

08:25-09:00

2 stops37h 35m

Melbourne

Sun 9/11

13:00-07:55

2 stops29h 55m

$1,895

EdinburghMelbourne

EDI - MEL

EDIMEL

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 27/11

07:30-17:50

1 stop23h 20m

Melbourne

Tue 24/2

23:40-12:35

1 stop23h 55m

$1,912

EdinburghMelbourne

EDI - MEL

EDIMEL

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 27/11

20:55-23:20

1 stop39h 25m

Melbourne

Tue 24/2

16:55-19:05

2 stops37h 10m

$1,995

EdinburghMelbourne

EDI - MEL

EDIMEL

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 3/9

21:50-08:50

2 stops26h 00m

Melbourne

Tue 30/9

22:55-20:15

1 stop30h 20m

$2,007

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne?

In general, May is the cheapest month to fly from Scotland to Melbourne. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,937. If you aren’t able to travel to Melbourne during the month of May, then flying in November is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $1,957.

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

Our data shows that Monday is the least expensive day to fly to Melbourne. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $1,880. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Wednesday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Melbourne on Wednesday is $3,009.

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Melbourne is at midday. Flights from Scotland to Melbourne during this time can be as low as $2,111. Flights to Melbourne are more costly in the evening, with an average ticket price of $2,815. Departure times in the evening fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Melbourne from Scotland when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Melbourne for around $2,324 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Melbourne from Scotland for as low as $1,957 on momondo.

Cheap Scotland to Melbourne flight deals and tips

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Best price found	$741
Fastest flight time	22h 45m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Melbourne	2 airports

The best one-way flight to Melbourne from Scotland in the past 72 hours is $741. The best return flight deal from Scotland to Melbourne found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,341.

The fastest flight from Scotland to Melbourne takes 22h 45m

There are no direct flights from Scotland to Melbourne. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport - Melbourne Avalon Airport, Glasgow Intl Airport - Melbourne Airport and Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport - Melbourne Airport.

There are 2 airports near Melbourne: Melbourne Avalon (AVV), Melbourne (MEL)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Scotland to Melbourne?
Prices for flights from Scotland to Melbourne are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Scotland to Melbourne?
As of August 2025, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from Scotland to Melbourne.
How old do you have to be to fly from Scotland to Melbourne?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Scotland to Melbourne.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Melbourne?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Melbourne may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Melbourne. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Scotland to Melbourne

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

Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,998	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,606 reviews		Search Qatar Airways flights

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Can I find flights from Scotland to Melbourne with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to Melbourne from Scotland with this policy.

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