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 21h 55m 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.

Which airlines fly to Melbourne?

Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways and China Southern 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 42% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Melbourne. Keep in mind that there are 13 different airlines that fly to Melbourne on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

China Eastern, Etihad Airways, and Emirates are the most popular carriers operating from United Kingdom to Melbourne

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 May 2026, there are 13 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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20:35 - 17:55

LHR

MEL

36h 20m

1 stop

19:35 - 19:00

MEL

LHR

32h 25m

1 stop

$1,447Air India

Mon, 22 Jun - Sun, 5 Jul

22:00 - 14:05

LHR

MEL

31h 05m

2 stops

20:45 - 19:30

MEL

LHR

32h 45m

1 stop

$1,449Hainan Airlines

Fri, 28 Aug - Tue, 6 Oct

22:10 - 08:40

LHR

MEL

25h 30m

1 stop

23:30 - 18:35

MEL

LHR

30h 05m

2 stops

$1,470China Southern

Sun, 6 Sep - Sun, 8 Nov

11:35 - 12:40

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MEL

40h 05m

1 stop

11:00 - 15:00

MEL

LGW

37h 00m

1 stop

$1,470China Eastern

Thu, 4 Jun - Wed, 10 Jun

11:35 - 12:40

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MEL

40h 05m

1 stop

11:00 - 06:40

MEL

LGW

28h 40m

1 stop

$1,481China Eastern

Tue, 26 May - Wed, 9 Sep

21:05 - 05:30

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MEL

23h 25m

1 stop

21:15 - 12:55

MEL

STN

24h 40m

1 stop

$1,591Emirates

Wed, 16 Sep - Tue, 29 Sep

13:40 - 17:00

MAN

MEL

40h 20m

1 stop

18:20 - 17:55

MEL

MAN

34h 35m

1 stop

$1,682Etihad Airways

Tue, 3 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov

20:45 - 15:50

MAN

MEL

34h 05m

1 stop

17:20 - 06:55

MEL

MAN

22h 35m

1 stop

$1,689Etihad Airways

Sat, 29 Aug - Sat, 3 Oct

22:00 - 05:30

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MEL

22h 30m

1 stop

05:15 - 20:05

MEL

EDI

23h 50m

1 stop

$1,739Emirates

Thu, 4 Jun - Thu, 11 Jun

18:40 - 19:20

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MEL

39h 40m

2 stops

10:20 - 23:20

MEL

GLA

46h 00m

2 stops

$1,979China Southern

Thu, 4 Jun - Mon, 8 Jun

China Southern flights from United Kingdom to Melbourne

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China Southern

6 Sept

LHR22:10London Heathrow

25h 30m

1 stop

MEL08:40Melbourne

8 Nov

MEL23:30Melbourne

30h 05m

2 stops

LHR18:35London Heathrow

$1,470

China Southern

6 Nov

LHR21:30London Heathrow

49h 15m

2 stops

MEL09:45Melbourne

15 Nov

MEL11:25Melbourne

42h 10m

1 stop

LHR18:35London Heathrow

$1,492

China Southern

1 June

LHR22:10London Heathrow

36h 10m

1 stop

MEL19:20Melbourne

9 June

MEL10:20Melbourne

38h 55m

2 stops

LHR16:15London Heathrow

$1,524

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KLM

4 Nov

LCY17:05London City

27h 10m

2 stops

MEL07:15Melbourne

11 Nov

MEL15:10Melbourne

27h 05m

2 stops

LCY07:15London City

$2,856

KLM

17 May

LCY17:50London City

27h 25m

2 stops

MEL06:15Melbourne

28 May

MEL15:55Melbourne

26h 35m

2 stops

LCY09:30London City

$3,017

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20:35-17:55

1 stop36h 20m

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1 stop32h 25m

$1,447

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22:00-14:05

2 stops31h 05m

Melbourne

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20:45-19:30

1 stop32h 45m

$1,449

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LHRMEL

London Heathrow

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22:10-08:40

1 stop25h 30m

Melbourne

Sun 8/11

23:30-18:35

2 stops30h 05m

$1,470

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LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Thu 4/6

11:35-12:40

1 stop40h 05m

Melbourne

Wed 10/6

11:00-15:00

1 stop37h 00m

$1,470

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Tue 26/5

11:35-12:40

1 stop40h 05m

Melbourne

Wed 9/9

11:00-06:40

1 stop28h 40m

$1,481

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STN - MEL

STNMEL

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Wed 16/9

21:05-05:30

1 stop23h 25m

Melbourne

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21:15-12:55

1 stop24h 40m

$1,591

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MAN - MEL

MANMEL

Manchester

Tue 3/11

13:40-17:00

1 stop40h 20m

Melbourne

Tue 17/11

18:20-17:55

1 stop34h 35m

$1,682

ManchesterMelbourne

MAN - MEL

MANMEL

Manchester

Sat 29/8

20:45-15:50

1 stop34h 05m

Melbourne

Sat 3/10

17:20-06:55

1 stop22h 35m

$1,689

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EdinburghMelbourne

EDI - MEL

EDIMEL

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 4/6

22:00-05:30

1 stop22h 30m

Melbourne

Thu 11/6

05:15-20:05

1 stop23h 50m

$1,739

GlasgowMelbourne

GLA - MEL

GLAMEL

Glasgow Intl

Thu 4/6

18:40-19:20

2 stops39h 40m

Melbourne

Mon 8/6

10:20-23:20

2 stops46h 00m

$1,979

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne?

In general, June 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 $1,521. If you aren’t able to travel to Melbourne during the month of June, then flying in September is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $1,660.

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 $1,878 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 $1,655 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	21h 20m
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The fastest flight from United Kingdom to Melbourne takes 21h 20m

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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 May 2026, there are 13 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 $998	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 151 reviews	Search China Southern flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $1,250	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 211 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $1,347	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,434 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Royal Brunei Airlines	PriceFrom $1,375	Free cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search Royal Brunei Airlines flights
Malaysia Airlines	PriceFrom $1,391	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 307 reviews	Search Malaysia Airlines flights
Air India	PriceFrom $1,435	Free cancellation	Rating 5.5 2,957 reviews	Search Air India flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $1,442	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,324 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $1,520	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,356 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $1,527	Free cancellation	Rating 8.2 1,510 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $1,621	Free cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,985 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights

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