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Cheap flights from London to Melbourne Airport from £434

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 11/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — MEL
24 Dec — 31 Dec1
1 adult

The best prices from London to Melbourne are usually found in May or November, booked 13 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

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 19 December 2024.

Round-trip from

£794

One-way from

£434

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£1,292
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 6/1-29/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 68h 15m total
  • London to Melbourne
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11/3
  • 11/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 50m total
  • London to Melbourne
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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 19 December 2024.

Sun 29/1207:00LHR - MEL
3 stops37h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 14/211:25MEL - LHR
1 stop41h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12£994
Sun 29/1221:30LHR - MEL
2 stops61h 00mChina Southern
Fri 14/211:25MEL - LHR
1 stop41h 50mChina Southern
Deal found 18/12£1,009
Sun 29/1217:40LHR - MEL
1 stop35h 05mAir China
Fri 14/220:15MEL - LHR
1 stop30h 40mAir China
Deal found 18/12£1,020
Thu 26/1215:55LGW - MEL
3 stops107h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 19/122:30MEL - LGW
1 stop43h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12£1,049
Wed 25/1210:30LGW - MEL
1 stop40h 35mChina Eastern
Sat 18/122:30MEL - LGW
1 stop26h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 18/12£1,121
Sat 28/1221:00LHR - MEL
1 stop30h 05mChina Eastern
Tue 28/122:30MEL - LHR
1 stop26h 25mChina Eastern
Deal found 18/12£1,125
Sun 22/1217:45LHR - MEL
2 stops58h 00mSichuan Airlines
Sat 18/121:30MEL - LHR
2 stops53h 40mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 18/12£1,168
Sat 21/1210:05LHR - MEL
1 stop36h 55mLufthansa
Sun 2/213:00MEL - LHR
1 stop29h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 18/12£1,170
Fri 27/1221:40LHR - MEL
1 stop24h 55mBeijing Capital Airlines
Sun 12/111:35MEL - LHR
1 stop42h 25mBeijing Capital Airlines
Deal found 18/12£1,176
Wed 25/1211:00LHR - MEL
1 stop38h 30mCathay Pacific
Sat 18/115:35MEL - LHR
1 stop34h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 18/12£1,204
Mon 23/1206:45STN - MEL
3 stops40h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 30/1222:40MEL - STN
3 stops35h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12£1,272
Tue 24/1210:25LHR - MEL
1 stop23h 20mMalaysia Airlines
Fri 31/100:30MEL - LHR
1 stop25h 55mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 18/12£1,278

Find flights from London to Melbourne within your budget

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 19 December 2024.

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LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Mon 5/5

22:10-08:40

1 stop25h 30m

Melbourne

Fri 16/5

21:00-18:30

2 stops30h 30m

£793

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Mon 10/2

10:30-14:05

1 stop40h 35m

Melbourne

Mon 10/3

12:00-06:30

1 stop29h 30m

£796

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Sat 22/2

21:00-14:05

1 stop30h 05m

Melbourne

Sun 9/3

22:30-13:55

1 stop26h 25m

£797

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Fri 21/2

21:40-09:35

1 stop24h 55m

Melbourne

Sat 8/3

11:25-18:15

1 stop41h 50m

£799

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Thu 20/3

06:35-07:25

3 stops37h 50m

Melbourne

Fri 16/5

10:20-07:25

1 stop30h 05m

£799

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Mon 31/3

21:10-11:40

1 stop28h 30m

Melbourne

Tue 15/4

21:50-16:30

1 stop27h 40m

£800

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Tue 18/2

22:05-12:30

1 stop27h 25m

Melbourne

Mon 10/3

00:45-15:00

1 stop25h 15m

£820

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Tue 3/6

09:25-20:35

1 stop26h 10m

Melbourne

Thu 10/7

05:55-05:55

1 stop33h 00m

£837

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Mon 24/3

17:40-15:45

1 stop35h 05m

Melbourne

Mon 14/4

20:00-20:30

1 stop33h 30m

£838

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Fri 14/2

16:55-05:00

2 stops25h 05m

Melbourne

Tue 4/3

13:30-07:20

2 stops28h 50m

£840

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Best time to book a flight from London to Melbourne

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Travel insights for flights from London to Melbourne

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from London to Melbourne including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 13 December 2024.

The best time to book flights from London to Melbourne Airport is 13 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 January is currently the most expensive (average of £1,488). 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 19 December 2024.

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 14% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.

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. Thursday at midday 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 19 December 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Air China, China Southern and Cathay Pacific 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
8.3
Very Good
754 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Had a beer dropped in my lap which was a total accident, what I want impressed with was the fact that I had to ask for a towel to clean up my leg and the ground. From Taipei to Seattle

China Airlines
8.3
Very Good
754 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very Good
754 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Had a beer dropped in my lap which was a total accident, what I want impressed with was the fact that I had to ask for a towel to clean up my leg and the ground. From Taipei to Seattle

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very Good
754 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Had a beer dropped in my lap which was a total accident, what I want impressed with was the fact that I had to ask for a towel to clean up my leg and the ground. From Taipei to Seattle

KLM
7.8
Good
1,349 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very Good
754 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Had a beer dropped in my lap which was a total accident, what I want impressed with was the fact that I had to ask for a towel to clean up my leg and the ground. From Taipei to Seattle

SWISS
7.6
Good
1,605 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very Good
754 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Had a beer dropped in my lap which was a total accident, what I want impressed with was the fact that I had to ask for a towel to clean up my leg and the ground. From Taipei to Seattle

Hainan Airlines
7.6
Good
38 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very Good
754 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Had a beer dropped in my lap which was a total accident, what I want impressed with was the fact that I had to ask for a towel to clean up my leg and the ground. From Taipei to Seattle

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 Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £796 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are China Eastern and Air China, starting at £796 and £799 round-trip. China Airlines is priced at 20% 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 £438 on Air China. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include China Eastern from £442 and Beijing Capital Airlines from £443 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 Doha most of the time. London to Melbourne Airport flights stop in Singapore the next most. Singapore is followed by Shanghai in terms of the most popular stopover location for London to Melbourne Airport flights.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Singapore?

    Sentosa, Masjid Sultan, and Universal Studios Singapore are the most popular attractions in Singapore if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Travellers on a stopover in Singapore can visit Sentosa, Masjid Sultan, and Universal Studios Singapore, by travelling 13.4 mi, 9.8 mi, and 13.4 mi, respectively after landing at Singapore Changi. Travellers can book a car hire at Singapore Changi for about £51 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

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

    Most Shanghai visitors opt to spend their time at Shanghai Grand Theatre, French Concession, and Shanghai Disneyland. Shanghai Grand Theatre, French Concession, and Shanghai Disneyland are located about 20.6 mi, 20.4 mi, and 8.7 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 Bandar Seri Begawan least frequently. Beijing is the second least popular location for stopovers on flights from London to Melbourne Airport. Abu Dhabi 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 January is currently the most expensive (average of £1,488). 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£424Average£708FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air ChinaCheapest£455Average£622FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest£510Average£637FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£642Average£947FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapest£671Average£799FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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LufthansaCheapest£704Average£906FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air IndiaCheapest£707Average£1,064FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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China AirlinesCheapest£731Average£858FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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SWISSCheapest£751Average£897FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Cathay PacificCheapest£806Average£992FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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