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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Edinburgh from £432

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — EDI
15 Apr — 22 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Edinburgh Turnhouse are usually found in March or October, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Edinburgh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to Edinburgh (EDI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 10 April 2025.

Round-trip from

£966

One-way from

£432

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

£1,279
8/5-29/5
  • 8/5-29/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 63h 25m total
  • Melbourne to Edinburgh
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7/6
  • 7/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 34h 15m total
  • Melbourne to Edinburgh
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (£48 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£24 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Edinburgh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Edinburgh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 10 April 2025.

Thu 8/521:30MEL - EDI
2 stops34h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 29/506:00EDI - MEL
2 stops29h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/4£966
Thu 8/510:55MEL - EDI
2 stops32h 40mUnited Airlines
Thu 29/512:30EDI - MEL
2 stops58h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/4£1,021
Mon 4/809:15MEL - EDI
2 stops37h 05mLufthansa
Fri 29/817:10EDI - MEL
2 stops26h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 8/4£1,034
Mon 12/515:15MEL - EDI
1 stop24h 10mQatar Airways
Mon 19/507:55EDI - MEL
1 stop23h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 8/4£1,055
Mon 4/822:45MEL - EDI
1 stop23h 55mBritish Airways
Fri 29/818:25EDI - MEL
2 stops28h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 9/4£1,088
Tue 22/412:05MEL - EDI
2 stops28h 35mFinnair
Thu 1/508:25EDI - MEL
2 stops39h 55mFinnair
Deal found 9/4£1,183
Mon 19/509:15MEL - EDI
3 stops36h 20mKLM
Mon 9/617:15EDI - MEL
3 stops28h 50mKLM
Deal found 9/4£1,219
Sun 25/505:15MEL - EDI
1 stop24h 00mEmirates
Sun 1/621:50EDI - MEL
1 stop33h 50mEmirates
Deal found 10/4£1,247
Tue 22/422:45MEL - EDI
1 stop40h 40mVirgin Australia
Tue 29/407:55EDI - MEL
1 stop23h 55mVirgin Australia
Deal found 9/4£1,275
Mon 21/707:00MEL - EDI
3 stops41h 50mTurkish Airlines
Wed 3/916:50EDI - MEL
3 stops50h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/4£1,333
Fri 18/421:30MEL - EDI
2 stops33h 15mChina Eastern
Tue 29/413:20EDI - MEL
2 stops38h 20mChina Eastern
Deal found 9/4£1,347
Sun 22/605:15MEL - EDI
1 stop24h 00mQantas Airways
Mon 7/721:50EDI - MEL
2 stops26h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 9/4£1,496

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MelbourneEdinburgh

MEL - EDI

MELEDI

Melbourne

Thu 8/5

21:30-22:40

2 stops34h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 29/5

06:00-20:15

2 stops29h 15m

£966

MelbourneEdinburgh

MEL - EDI

MELEDI

Melbourne

Thu 8/5

10:55-10:35

2 stops32h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 29/5

12:30-08:15

2 stops58h 45m

£1,021

MelbourneEdinburgh

MEL - EDI

MELEDI

Melbourne

Mon 4/8

09:15-13:20

2 stops37h 05m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 29/8

17:10-04:20

2 stops26h 10m

£1,034

MelbourneEdinburgh

MEL - EDI

MELEDI

Melbourne

Mon 12/5

15:15-06:25

1 stop24h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 19/5

07:55-16:50

1 stop23h 55m

£1,055

MelbourneEdinburgh

MEL - EDI

MELEDI

Melbourne

Mon 4/8

22:45-13:40

1 stop23h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 29/8

18:25-08:10

2 stops28h 45m

£1,088

MelbourneEdinburgh

MEL - EDI

MELEDI

Melbourne

Tue 22/4

12:05-07:40

2 stops28h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 1/5

08:25-09:20

2 stops39h 55m

£1,183

MelbourneEdinburgh

MEL - EDI

MELEDI

Melbourne

Mon 19/5

09:15-12:35

3 stops36h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 9/6

17:15-07:05

3 stops28h 50m

£1,219

MelbourneEdinburgh

MEL - EDI

MELEDI

Melbourne

Sun 25/5

05:15-20:15

1 stop24h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 1/6

21:50-16:40

1 stop33h 50m

£1,247

MelbourneEdinburgh

MEL - EDI

MELEDI

Melbourne

Tue 22/4

22:45-06:25

1 stop40h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 29/4

07:55-16:50

1 stop23h 55m

£1,275

MelbourneEdinburgh

MEL - EDI

MELEDI

Melbourne

Mon 21/7

07:00-15:50

3 stops41h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 3/9

16:50-04:40

3 stops50h 50m

£1,333

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Edinburgh

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne Airport to Edinburgh

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Edinburgh?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Edinburgh. Price data was last updated on 4 April 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Edinburgh, you should look to book at least 85 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Edinburgh?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Edinburgh (average of £78). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of £105). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MEL to EDI?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Edinburgh. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 10 April 2025.

When flying from Melbourne Airport to Edinburgh, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at midday, which can drop the price by up to 20% versus a flight in the morning.

Rainfall in Edinburgh by month

Plan your trip to Edinburgh by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Edinburgh ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. April is typically the driest time to visit Edinburgh when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Edinburgh by month

Plan your trip to Edinburgh by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Edinburgh, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 15.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Edinburgh

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Edinburgh. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Edinburgh. Reviews last updated 10 April 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, KLM and Finnair from Melbourne to Edinburgh have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,197 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

AKL - DXB

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,197 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,197 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

AKL - DXB

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!
KLM
7.8
Good
1,321 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,197 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

AKL - DXB

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,269 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,197 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

AKL - DXB

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
818 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,197 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

AKL - DXB

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
396 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,197 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

AKL - DXB

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Edinburgh. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Edinburgh from Melbourne?

    Located just 6.8 mi from the city center, Edinburgh Turnhouse is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Edinburgh from Melbourne. Booking flights from Melbourne to Turnhouse (EDI) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Melbourne from 1 airline.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Edinburgh round-trip?

    Currently priced at £1,021, United Airlines will fly you from Melbourne Airport to Edinburgh and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Lufthansa and Qatar Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from £1,034 and £1,055, respectively. You may be able to fly from Melbourne Airport to Edinburgh for 19% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne Airport to Edinburgh one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Turkish Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as £457. Users have also found prices from £639 and £683 on United Airlines and Qatar Airways, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Edinburgh that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to Edinburgh flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Edinburgh?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to Edinburgh.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Edinburgh?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Edinburgh by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Edinburgh?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Edinburgh (average of £78). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of £105). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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