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Cheap flights from London to Melbourne Airport from £345

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 15/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — MEL
20 Apr — 27 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London to Melbourne are usually found in May or March, booked 56 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from London to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from London (LON) to Melbourne (MEL). 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 15 April 2025.

Round-trip from

£553

One-way from

£345

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£959
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 12/5-24/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 67h 20m total
  • London to Melbourne
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15/6
  • 15/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 53h 20m total
  • London to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (£78 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£21 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from London to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from London to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 April 2025.

Sun 11/522:10LHR - MEL
1 stop25h 30mChina Southern
Tue 27/510:20MEL - LHR
2 stops38h 55mChina Southern
Deal found 14/4£634
Thu 29/518:00LGW - MEL
1 stop33h 40mChina Eastern
Thu 5/612:00MEL - LGW
2 stops36h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 14/4£635
Wed 7/521:20LHR - MEL
1 stop26h 40mChina Eastern
Thu 15/512:00MEL - LHR
2 stops39h 40mChina Eastern
Deal found 14/4£636
Fri 2/522:00LHR - MEL
2 stops31h 05mHainan Airlines
Sun 18/519:45MEL - LHR
2 stops32h 45mHainan Airlines
Deal found 15/4£645
Fri 30/512:35LGW - MEL
1 stop41h 00mAir China
Fri 6/620:00MEL - LGW
1 stop43h 35mAir China
Deal found 14/4£645
Fri 6/622:05LHR - MEL
1 stop28h 30mBeijing Capital Airlines
Sun 22/613:35MEL - LHR
1 stop39h 10mBeijing Capital Airlines
Deal found 14/4£649
Sun 11/519:00LGW - MEL
1 stop32h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 27/506:00MEL - LGW
2 stops42h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/4£650
Sat 31/521:30LGW - MEL
2 stops60h 50mChina Southern
Mon 23/610:20MEL - LGW
2 stops41h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 14/4£660
Tue 14/1021:45LHR - MEL
1 stop35h 10mAir India
Mon 3/1120:30MEL - LHR
1 stop45h 05mAir India
Deal found 14/4£672
Fri 30/520:25LHR - MEL
1 stop33h 10mAir China
Fri 6/620:00MEL - LHR
1 stop30h 45mAir China
Deal found 14/4£674
Fri 2/522:00LHR - MEL
2 stops31h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 18/513:35MEL - LHR
1 stop39h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4£689
Mon 27/1021:15LHR - MEL
1 stop27h 50mChina Airlines
Sun 7/1200:35MEL - LHR
1 stop27h 20mChina Airlines
Deal found 14/4£700

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customise your flight search to find flights from London to Melbourne that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 15 April 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.

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LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

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London Heathrow

Sun 11/5

22:10-08:40

1 stop25h 30m

Melbourne

Tue 27/5

10:20-16:15

2 stops38h 55m

£634

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Thu 29/5

18:00-12:40

1 stop33h 40m

Melbourne

Thu 5/6

12:00-15:10

2 stops36h 10m

£635

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Wed 7/5

21:20-09:00

1 stop26h 40m

Melbourne

Thu 15/5

12:00-18:40

2 stops39h 40m

£636

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Fri 2/5

22:00-14:05

2 stops31h 05m

Melbourne

Sun 18/5

19:45-19:30

2 stops32h 45m

£645

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Fri 30/5

12:35-14:35

1 stop41h 00m

Melbourne

Fri 6/6

20:00-06:35

1 stop43h 35m

£645

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Fri 6/6

22:05-11:35

1 stop28h 30m

Melbourne

Sun 22/6

13:35-19:45

1 stop39h 10m

£649

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Sun 11/5

19:00-12:40

1 stop32h 40m

Melbourne

Tue 27/5

06:00-15:00

2 stops42h 00m

£650

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Sat 31/5

21:30-19:20

2 stops60h 50m

Melbourne

Mon 23/6

10:20-18:30

2 stops41h 10m

£660

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Fri 30/5

20:25-14:35

1 stop33h 10m

Melbourne

Fri 6/6

20:00-17:45

1 stop30h 45m

£674

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Sat 21/6

09:45-17:55

1 stop23h 10m

Melbourne

Sat 12/7

19:35-07:30

1 stop44h 55m

£679

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Best time to book a flight from London to Melbourne

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from London to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 11 April 2025.

The best time to book flights from London to Melbourne Airport is 56 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Melbourne Airport (average of £1,121). Flying from London to Melbourne Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,692). 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 LON to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from London to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 15 April 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from London to Melbourne Airport in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 42% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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

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

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

Rainfall in Melbourne by month

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

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

Temperature in Melbourne by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 8.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated 15 April 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with China Airlines, Hainan Airlines and Singapore Airlines from London to Melbourne to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
729 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver
China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
729 reviews
China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
729 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
37 reviews
China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
729 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,288 reviews
China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
729 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,196 reviews
China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
729 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver
KLM
7.8
Good
1,323 reviews
China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
729 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from London to Melbourne. 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 London to Melbourne Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from London to Melbourne Airport is China Eastern. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £553 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are China Southern and Air India, starting at £593 and £640 round-trip. China Eastern is priced at 42% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as £345 on Beijing Capital Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Hainan Airlines from £397 and Air India from £431 one-way.

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

    The most popular route from London to Melbourne Airport is London Heathrow - Melbourne. You may also consider London Gatwick - Melbourne or London Stansted - Melbourne.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from London to Melbourne Airport?

    London to Melbourne Airport flights have a stopover in Singapore most of the time. London to Melbourne Airport flights stop in Doha the next most. Doha is followed by Shanghai in terms of the most popular stopover location for London to Melbourne Airport flights.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Singapore?

    Sentosa, Merlion, and Universal Studios Singapore are currently the most popular points of interest in Singapore at the moment. Those on a stopover in Singapore interested in visiting Sentosa, Merlion, or Universal Studios Singapore can do so by traveling 13.4 mi, 10.5 mi, and 13.4 mi, respectively from Singapore Changi. Travellers in need of a car in Singapore can hire one for about £95 per day.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a stopover in Shanghai?

    Most Shanghai visitors opt to spend their time at People's Square, Shanghai Disneyland, and Shanghai Grand Theatre. People's Square, Shanghai Disneyland, and Shanghai Grand Theatre are located about 20.3 mi, 8.7 mi, and 20.6 mi, respectively from Shanghai Pu Dong.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for London to Melbourne Airport flights?

    Flights departing from London and landing in Melbourne Airport stopover in Bangkok least frequently. Beijing is the second least popular location for stopovers on flights from London to Melbourne Airport. Bandar Seri Begawan sees the third fewest flights with stopovers for the London to Melbourne Airport route.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Melbourne Airport (average of £1,121). Flying from London to Melbourne Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,692). 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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Beijing Capital AirlinesCheapest£368Average£688FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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China SouthernCheapest£477Average£738FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest£491Average£606FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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Air ChinaCheapest£510Average£829FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapest£650Average£770FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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Air IndiaCheapest£652Average£916FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£672Average£924FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapest£681Average£979FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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China AirlinesCheapest£714Average£834FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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SWISSCheapest£717Average£856FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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