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

Beijing Capital Airlines, China Eastern, and Qatar Airways are the most popular carriers operating from United Kingdom to Melbourne

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

As of October 2026, there are 1 flights per day flying from United Kingdom to Melbourne. The most common time of day flights depart is 12:00, with 100% of flights taking off in the afternoon.

Which airlines fly to Melbourne?

Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways and Singapore Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Melbourne from United Kingdom according to our data. Etihad Airways is the first choice among our users, with 49% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Melbourne. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to Melbourne on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

As of October 2026, 7 flights take off from United Kingdom and land in Melbourne each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 14% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

How long does it take to fly to Melbourne?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in United Kingdom you fly out of and what airport in Melbourne you fly into. For example, flying from Manchester to Melbourne Airport takes 21h 30m on average. On the other hand, flying from Edinburgh to Melbourne Airport takes 22h 35m 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.

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

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

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

As of October 2026, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from United Kingdom to Melbourne.

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

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

40h 35m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

22:30 - 06:30MEL Melbourne-LGW London Gatwick

43h 00m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$1,411China Eastern

Mon, 9 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov

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

40h 35m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

22:30 - 06:30MEL Melbourne-LGW London Gatwick

43h 00m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$1,412China Eastern

Mon, 9 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov

08:45 - 20:20LHR London Heathrow-MEL Melbourne

24h 35m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

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

45h 00m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

$1,412Air India

Sat, 13 Mar - Sat, 20 Mar

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

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

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

37h 00m2 stops Beijing Daxing Intl Guangzhou Baiyun

11:25 - 18:35MEL Melbourne-LHR London Heathrow

42h 10m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

$1,415China Southern

Mon, 23 Nov - Mon, 7 Dec

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

36h 30m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

08:40 - 14:00MEL Melbourne-LHR London Heathrow

40h 20m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Wuhan

$1,416China Southern

Sat, 20 Feb - Sat, 27 Feb

13:15 - 17:55LHR London Heathrow-MEL Melbourne

43h 40m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

19:35 - 11:30MEL Melbourne-LHR London Heathrow

24h 55m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

$1,419Air India

Mon, 26 Apr - Mon, 17 May

07:40 - 21:40BHX Birmingham-MEL Melbourne

27h 00m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Adelaide

16:10 - 12:40MEL Melbourne-BHX Birmingham

31h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,578Qatar Airways

Tue, 26 Jan - Thu, 11 Feb

08:25 - 17:50LHR London Heathrow-MEL Melbourne

22h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

16:10 - 05:55MEL Melbourne-LHR London Heathrow

24h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,617Qatar Airways

Tue, 1 Dec - Tue, 15 Dec

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21:00 - 11:00LHR London Heathrow-MEL Melbourne

75h 00m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Xi'an Xianyang

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

40h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$1,426China Eastern

Sun, 1 Nov - Wed, 11 Nov

17:15 - 21:30LHR London Heathrow-MEL Melbourne

41h 15m2 stops Wuhan Guangzhou Baiyun

23:25 - 18:35MEL Melbourne-LHR London Heathrow

30h 10m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

$1,448China Southern

Sun, 1 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov

21:00 - 09:45LHR London Heathrow-MEL Melbourne

25h 45m1 stop Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

09:15 - 20:30MEL Melbourne-LHR London Heathrow

46h 15m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

$1,449Multiple Airlines

Mon, 2 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov

21:00 - 11:00LHR London Heathrow-MEL Melbourne

51h 00m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Nanjing Lukou Intl

22:30 - 17:30MEL Melbourne-LHR London Heathrow

30h 00m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$1,452China Eastern

Mon, 2 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov

21:00 - 09:45LHR London Heathrow-MEL Melbourne

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09:15 - 20:30MEL Melbourne-LHR London Heathrow

46h 15m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

$1,452Multiple Airlines

Mon, 2 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov

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

37h 00m2 stops Beijing Daxing Intl Guangzhou Baiyun

11:25 - 18:35MEL Melbourne-LHR London Heathrow

42h 10m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

$1,475China Southern

Tue, 3 Nov - Tue, 10 Nov

08:45 - 20:20LHR London Heathrow-MEL Melbourne

24h 35m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

09:15 - 20:30MEL Melbourne-LHR London Heathrow

46h 15m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

$1,679Air India

Sun, 1 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov

08:35 - 17:50LHR London Heathrow-MEL Melbourne

22h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

15:20 - 12:15MEL Melbourne-LHR London Heathrow

31h 55m2 stops Adelaide Doha Hamad Intl

$1,711Qatar Airways

Thu, 5 Nov - Thu, 12 Nov

08:00 - 17:50BHX Birmingham-MEL Melbourne

22h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

18:20 - 12:40MEL Melbourne-BHX Birmingham

29h 20m2 stops Adelaide Doha Hamad Intl

$1,718Qatar Airways

Tue, 3 Nov - Tue, 10 Nov

08:45 - 20:20LHR London Heathrow-MEL Melbourne

24h 35m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

09:15 - 20:30MEL Melbourne-LHR London Heathrow

46h 15m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

$1,792Air India

Sun, 1 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov

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30 Nov

STN20:15London Stansted

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$1,973

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8 Nov

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$2,000

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29 Nov

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$1,617

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne?

In general, May is the cheapest month to fly from United Kingdom to Melbourne. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,780. If you aren’t able to travel to Melbourne during the month of May, then flying in September is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $1,874.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Melbourne from United Kingdom when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Melbourne for around $2,020 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 United Kingdom for as low as $1,855 on momondo.

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Best price found	$648
Fastest flight time	21h 30m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Melbourne	4 airports

The best one-way flight to Melbourne from United Kingdom in the past 72 hours is $648. The best return flight deal from United Kingdom to Melbourne found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,411.

The fastest flight from United Kingdom to Melbourne takes 21h 30m

Direct flights go from United Kingdom to Melbourne every day.

There are 4 airports in Melbourne. From United Kingdom there are direct flights to Melbourne (MEL).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from United Kingdom to Melbourne?
Prices for flights from United Kingdom to Melbourne are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from United Kingdom to Melbourne?
As of October 2026, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from United Kingdom to Melbourne.
How old do you have to be to fly from United Kingdom to Melbourne?
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 United Kingdom 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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China Southern	PriceFrom $1,027	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 184 reviews	Search China Southern flights
Air India	PriceFrom $1,190	Free cancellation	Rating 5.5 2,902 reviews	Search Air India flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $1,240	Free cancellation	Rating 8.2 1,631 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $1,292	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,550 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $1,312	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 247 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $1,486	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,534 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,673	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,712 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights

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