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

Hainan Airlines, Air China, and AirAsia X are the most popular carriers operating from United Kingdom to Melbourne

How long does it take to fly to Melbourne Airport?

The flight from United Kingdom to Melbourne Airport depends on which airports you’re departing from and arriving to, and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Manchester (a popular airport in United Kingdom) to Melbourne Airport (the most popular airport in Melbourne Airport), then the flight time is 21h 30m on average. If you fly from Birmingham (another popular airport in United Kingdom) to Melbourne Airport, then the average flight time is 22h 15m.

Which airlines fly to Melbourne Airport?

Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways and China Southern are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Melbourne Airport from United Kingdom according to our data. Etihad Airways is the first choice among our users, with 40% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Melbourne Airport. Keep in mind that there are 14 different airlines that fly to Melbourne Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

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

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

As of March 2026, there are 14 operators available to choose from for flights from United Kingdom to Melbourne Airport.

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

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 Airport.

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

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Melbourne Airport 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 Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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10:50 - 15:50

STN

MEL

44h 00m

2 stops

17:20 - 16:50

MEL

STN

32h 30m

2 stops

$1,456Turkish Airlines

Mon, 6 Apr - Tue, 12 May

22:05 - 12:00

LHR

MEL

28h 55m

1 stop

21:35 - 06:55

MEL

LHR

42h 20m

2 stops

$1,456Multiple Airlines

Sun, 3 May - Fri, 8 May

17:55 - 12:40

LGW

MEL

33h 45m

1 stop

11:00 - 15:00

MEL

LGW

37h 00m

1 stop

$1,477China Eastern

Sun, 14 Jun - Tue, 7 Jul

11:35 - 12:40

LGW

MEL

40h 05m

1 stop

11:00 - 15:00

MEL

LGW

37h 00m

1 stop

$1,479China Eastern

Sun, 3 May - Sun, 14 Jun

11:10 - 19:20

LGW

MEL

23h 10m

1 stop

10:20 - 06:30

MEL

LGW

29h 10m

1 stop

$1,490China Southern

Tue, 14 Jul - Tue, 28 Jul

20:45 - 15:50

MAN

MEL

34h 05m

1 stop

17:20 - 06:55

MEL

MAN

22h 35m

1 stop

$1,579Etihad Airways

Mon, 13 Apr - Mon, 27 Apr

09:20 - 15:50

MAN

MEL

21h 30m

1 stop

17:20 - 06:55

MEL

MAN

22h 35m

1 stop

$1,581Etihad Airways

Tue, 21 Apr - Tue, 12 May

17:50 - 08:40

GLA

MEL

29h 50m

2 stops

21:00 - 23:30

MEL

GLA

35h 30m

2 stops

$1,809China Southern

Sun, 3 May - Sat, 30 May

15:10 - 04:55

EDI

MEL

28h 45m

1 stop

22:45 - 13:40

MEL

EDI

23h 55m

1 stop

$1,828Qatar Airways

Tue, 1 Sep - Tue, 22 Sep

12:00 - 22:05

GLA

MEL

25h 05m

2 stops

20:55 - 19:40

MEL

GLA

31h 45m

2 stops

$1,870Qatar Airways

Wed, 22 Apr - Wed, 29 Apr

Qatar Airways flights from United Kingdom to Melbourne Airport

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Qatar Airways

6 May

LGW09:00London Gatwick

22h 50m

1 stop

MEL16:50Melbourne

17 May

MEL15:45Melbourne

23h 55m

1 stop

LGW06:40London Gatwick

$1,495

Qatar Airways

3 Apr

MAN21:45Manchester

22h 10m

1 stop

MEL05:55Melbourne

15 Apr

MEL20:55Melbourne

42h 30m

1 stop

MAN06:25Manchester

$1,709

Qatar Airways

2 Apr

LGW14:55London Gatwick

29h 00m

1 stop

MEL05:55Melbourne

27 Apr

MEL16:10Melbourne

23h 30m

1 stop

LGW06:40London Gatwick

$1,735

AirAsia X flights from United Kingdom to Melbourne Airport

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AirAsia X

8 Sept

LGW10:25London Gatwick

27h 50m

2 stops

MEL23:15Melbourne

10 Sept

MEL21:45Melbourne

42h 40m

2 stops

LGW07:25London Gatwick

$1,527

AirAsia X

22 Sept

LGW10:25London Gatwick

27h 50m

1 stop

MEL23:15Melbourne

20 Oct

MEL01:30Melbourne

40h 00m

1 stop

LGW07:30London Gatwick

$1,533

AirAsia X

1 Sept

LGW10:25London Gatwick

27h 50m

2 stops

MEL23:15Melbourne

8 Sept

MEL05:15Melbourne

35h 10m

2 stops

LGW07:25London Gatwick

$1,537

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2 stops44h 00m

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17:20-16:50

2 stops32h 30m

$1,456

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Sun 3/5

22:05-12:00

1 stop28h 55m

Melbourne

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21:35-06:55

2 stops42h 20m

$1,456

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LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Sun 14/6

17:55-12:40

1 stop33h 45m

Melbourne

Tue 7/7

11:00-15:00

1 stop37h 00m

$1,477

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Sun 3/5

11:35-12:40

1 stop40h 05m

Melbourne

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11:00-15:00

1 stop37h 00m

$1,479

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Tue 14/7

11:10-19:20

1 stop23h 10m

Melbourne

Tue 28/7

10:20-06:30

1 stop29h 10m

$1,490

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MAN - MEL

MANMEL

Manchester

Mon 13/4

20:45-15:50

1 stop34h 05m

Melbourne

Mon 27/4

17:20-06:55

1 stop22h 35m

$1,579

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MAN - MEL

MANMEL

Manchester

Tue 21/4

09:20-15:50

1 stop21h 30m

Melbourne

Tue 12/5

17:20-06:55

1 stop22h 35m

$1,581

GlasgowMelbourne

GLA - MEL

GLAMEL

Glasgow Intl

Sun 3/5

17:50-08:40

2 stops29h 50m

Melbourne

Sat 30/5

21:00-23:30

2 stops35h 30m

$1,809

EdinburghMelbourne

EDI - MEL

EDIMEL

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 1/9

15:10-04:55

1 stop28h 45m

Melbourne

Tue 22/9

22:45-13:40

1 stop23h 55m

$1,828

GlasgowMelbourne

GLA - MEL

GLAMEL

Glasgow Intl

Wed 22/4

12:00-22:05

2 stops25h 05m

Melbourne

Wed 29/4

20:55-19:40

2 stops31h 45m

$1,870

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne Airport?

The month of June is another great option to travel to Melbourne Airport, with average flight prices from United Kingdom averaging around $1,520.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Melbourne Airport from United Kingdom when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Melbourne Airport for around $1,919 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Melbourne Airport from United Kingdom for as low as $1,739 on momondo.

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

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from United Kingdom to Melbourne Airport?
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How many operators does momondo search for flights from United Kingdom to Melbourne Airport?
As of March 2026, there are 14 operators available to choose from for flights from United Kingdom to Melbourne Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from United Kingdom to Melbourne Airport?
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 Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Melbourne Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Melbourne Airport 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 Airport. 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 $1,045	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 145 reviews	Search China Southern flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $1,148	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 200 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $1,354	Free cancellation	Rating 8.2 1,484 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Air India	PriceFrom $1,427	Free cancellation	Rating 5.5 2,973 reviews	Search Air India flights
Royal Brunei Airlines	PriceFrom $1,441	Free cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search Royal Brunei Airlines flights
Malaysia Airlines	PriceFrom $1,457	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 298 reviews	Search Malaysia Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $1,511	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,232 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $1,517	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,430 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $1,593	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,288 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $1,698	Free cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,871 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights

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