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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to London from £305

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 5/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — LON
31 Mar — 7 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to London are usually found in February or October, booked 23 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to London

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to London (LON). 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 26 March 2025.

Round-trip from

£676

One-way from

£305

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£809
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 12/5-2/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 58h 35m total
  • Melbourne to London
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5/5
  • 5/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 54h 25m total
  • Melbourne to London
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (£72 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£22 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to London
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to London. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 26 March 2025.

Mon 12/511:00MEL - LGW
1 stop37h 00mChina Eastern
Mon 2/618:05LGW - MEL
1 stop29h 55mChina Eastern
Deal found 25/3£677
Tue 24/619:45MEL - LHR
1 stop32h 45mHainan Airlines
Fri 1/822:00LHR - MEL
2 stops31h 05mHainan Airlines
Deal found 23/3£678
Thu 29/521:30MEL - LHR
1 stop30h 10mChina Eastern
Thu 12/621:20LHR - MEL
1 stop30h 20mChina Eastern
Deal found 25/3£681
Wed 13/820:00MEL - LGW
1 stop43h 35mAir China
Fri 12/912:35LGW - MEL
1 stop41h 00mAir China
Deal found 25/3£684
Sun 4/513:35MEL - LHR
1 stop39h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 30/522:00LHR - MEL
2 stops31h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/3£691
Wed 26/315:10MEL - LHR
1 stop35h 15mMalaysia Airlines
Wed 7/511:00LHR - MEL
1 stop23h 15mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 24/3£702
Fri 24/1011:20MEL - LHR
1 stop41h 40mChina Southern
Tue 11/1122:00LHR - MEL
1 stop24h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 24/3£706
Fri 7/1120:15MEL - LHR
1 stop32h 35mAir China
Sun 23/1120:25LHR - MEL
1 stop32h 20mAir China
Deal found 25/3£714
Mon 12/521:20MEL - LGW
2 stops34h 00mTurkish Airlines
Sun 18/505:30LGW - MEL
2 stops28h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 25/3£716
Tue 13/511:00MEL - LGW
1 stop28h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 15/619:00LGW - MEL
2 stops37h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/3£730
Mon 12/521:20MEL - LHR
2 stops32h 30mTurkish Airlines
Sun 18/506:30LHR - MEL
2 stops27h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 25/3£746
Thu 30/1000:35MEL - LHR
1 stop25h 45mSingapore Airlines
Fri 14/1120:35LHR - MEL
1 stop22h 10mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 23/3£771

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Price

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LGW

MELLGW

Melbourne

Mon 12/5

11:00-06:40

1 stop28h 40m

London Gatwick

Mon 2/6

18:05-09:00

1 stop29h 55m

£676

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LHR

MELLHR

Melbourne

Tue 24/6

19:45-19:30

1 stop32h 45m

London Heathrow

Fri 1/8

22:00-14:05

2 stops31h 05m

£678

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LHR

MELLHR

Melbourne

Thu 29/5

21:30-18:40

1 stop30h 10m

London Heathrow

Thu 12/6

21:20-12:40

1 stop30h 20m

£681

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LGW

MELLGW

Melbourne

Wed 13/8

20:00-06:35

1 stop43h 35m

London Gatwick

Fri 12/9

12:35-14:35

1 stop41h 00m

£684

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LHR

MELLHR

Melbourne

Sun 4/5

13:35-19:45

1 stop39h 10m

London Heathrow

Fri 30/5

22:00-14:05

2 stops31h 05m

£691

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LHR

MELLHR

Melbourne

Sat 24/5

10:20-16:15

2 stops38h 55m

London Heathrow

Sun 8/6

22:10-19:20

1 stop36h 10m

£710

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LGW

MELLGW

Melbourne

Mon 12/5

21:20-22:20

2 stops34h 00m

London Gatwick

Sun 18/5

05:30-19:25

2 stops28h 55m

£716

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LGW

MELLGW

Melbourne

Tue 13/5

11:00-06:40

1 stop28h 40m

London Gatwick

Sun 15/6

19:00-17:40

2 stops37h 40m

£730

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LHR

MELLHR

Melbourne

Tue 22/7

23:30-16:35

1 stop26h 05m

London Heathrow

Sun 7/9

11:00-19:15

1 stop23h 15m

£730

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LHR

MELLHR

Melbourne

Mon 12/5

21:20-20:50

2 stops32h 30m

London Heathrow

Sun 18/5

06:30-19:25

2 stops27h 55m

£746

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to London

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to London. Price data was last updated on 21 March 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne Airport to London, you should look to book at least 23 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 London?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to London (average of £112). Flying from Melbourne Airport to London in August is currently the most expensive (average of £164). 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 LON?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to London. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 26 March 2025.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 7% on flights from Melbourne Airport to London by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne Airport to London?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to London. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne Airport to London flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in London by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in London ranges from 40.0 - 70.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 70.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit London when rainfall is around 40.0 mm.

Temperature in London by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to London, 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 17.0 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 London

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to London. 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 London. Reviews last updated 26 March 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Japan Airlines, China Airlines and Singapore Airlines from Melbourne to London have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,440 reviews
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Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Subhendu,Jul 2024

HND - LAX

The entertainment system was not usable since th eearphones/headphones were not available
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,440 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,440 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Subhendu,Jul 2024

HND - LAX

The entertainment system was not usable since th eearphones/headphones were not available
China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
722 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,440 reviews
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Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Subhendu,Jul 2024

HND - LAX

The entertainment system was not usable since th eearphones/headphones were not available
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,284 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,440 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Subhendu,Jul 2024

HND - LAX

The entertainment system was not usable since th eearphones/headphones were not available
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,440 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Subhendu,Jul 2024

HND - LAX

The entertainment system was not usable since th eearphones/headphones were not available
KLM
7.8
Good
1,318 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,440 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Subhendu,Jul 2024

HND - LAX

The entertainment system was not usable since th eearphones/headphones were not available

Related info for your journey

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

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

    China Eastern, at £676, was found to be the cheapest airline from Melbourne Airport to London.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include Hainan Airlines and Air China. Users have found that China Eastern is 26% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as £311 on Air China. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Hainan Airlines from £312 and China Southern from £357 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Melbourne Airport to London?

    When deciding which route to take from Melbourne Airport to London consider Melbourne - London Heathrow, Melbourne - London Gatwick or Melbourne - London Stansted as they are the most popular.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to London 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 London?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to London (average of £112). Flying from Melbourne Airport to London in August is currently the most expensive (average of £164). 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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Top 10 airlines flying from Melbourne to London

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to London. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 26 March 2025.
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest£536Average£786FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest£570Average£1,289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air ChinaCheapest£576Average£822FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£605Average£923FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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China SouthernCheapest£638Average£1,278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest£671Average£812FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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China EasternCheapest£672Average£826FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Cathay PacificCheapest£717Average£1,129FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest£739Average£902FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest£782Average£1,190FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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