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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Houston from $934

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 19/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
MEL — HOU
14 May — 21 May1
1 adult
Tue 14/5
Tue 21/5

The best prices from Melbourne to Houston are usually found in March or October, booked 79 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Friday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Houston

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to Houston (HO1). 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 9 May 2024.

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$2,146

Round-trip from

$1,521
High demand for flights, 25% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 25% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in May 2024
From Melbourne to Houston

What is the cheapest day to fly return from Melbourne Airport to Houston?

Departing on a Saturday is a good option for securing a great price. You can expect to save up to 24% when planning your travel around this day of the week.

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

To save on the cost of your flight from Melbourne Airport to Houston, book at least 56 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 115% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $1,510 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $3,075.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Houston?

March is one of the best times of the year to fly to Houston from Melbourne Airport. Prices for March average $2,432 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $1,392. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of January. Opting for a March flight can save you 34% on your journey compared to booking in January

When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne Airport to Houston (MEL - IAH)?

When flying from Melbourne Airport to Houston, 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 25% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Cheap Qantas Airways flights from Melbourne to Houston

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Qantas Airways for the route between Melbourne and Houston. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 547,580 searches. Data last updated 9 May 2024.
Take a look at some of the lowest-priced Qantas Airways flights heading from Melbourne to Houston. Come back soon if you're not finding the exact deal you're looking for.
Wed 30/1010:40MEL - IAH
1 stop21h 14mQantas Airways
Sun 3/1112:15IAH - MEL
1 stop24h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 8/5$1,656
Wed 30/1010:40MEL - IAH
1 stop21h 14mQantas Airways
Sun 3/1109:52IAH - MEL
1 stop26h 53mQantas Airways
Deal found 7/5$1,664
Wed 30/1010:40MEL - IAH
1 stop21h 14mQantas Airways
Sun 3/1118:28IAH - MEL
2 stops23h 07mQantas Airways
Deal found 8/5$1,690
Wed 30/1010:40MEL - IAH
1 stop21h 14mQantas Airways
Sun 3/1118:28IAH - MEL
2 stops23h 07mQantas Airways
Deal found 7/5$1,699
Tue 3/913:00MEL - IAH
1 stop22h 03mQantas Airways
Fri 18/1017:00IAH - MEL
1 stop21h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 9/5$1,723
Wed 30/1012:00MEL - IAH
2 stops26h 08mQantas Airways
Sun 3/1118:28IAH - MEL
2 stops24h 07mQantas Airways
Deal found 8/5$1,725
Wed 30/1012:00MEL - IAH
2 stops27h 41mQantas Airways
Sun 3/1118:28IAH - MEL
2 stops26h 07mQantas Airways
Deal found 7/5$1,734
Thu 27/608:30MEL - HOU
2 stops26h 25mQantas Airways
Fri 12/718:34HOU - MEL
2 stops26h 16mQantas Airways
Deal found 8/5$4,710
Mon 4/1110:40MEL - IAH
1 stop22h 14mQantas Airways
Tue 4/208:05IAH - MEL
1 stop28h 40mQantas Airways
Deal found 7/5$8,881

Cheap Emirates flights from Melbourne to Houston

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Emirates for the route between Melbourne and Houston. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 547,580 searches. Data last updated 9 May 2024.
To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest Emirates flights we've found from Melbourne to Houston. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.
Mon 2/902:25MEL - IAH
2 stops53h 25mEmirates
Fri 18/1019:55IAH - MEL
1 stop35h 25mEmirates
Deal found 9/5$2,972
Mon 2/902:25MEL - IAH
2 stops53h 25mEmirates
Fri 18/1019:55IAH - MEL
2 stops32h 40mEmirates
Deal found 9/5$2,981
Mon 4/1103:25MEL - IAH
2 stops53h 55mEmirates
Tue 26/1119:10IAH - MEL
1 stop42h 15mEmirates
Deal found 9/5$3,004
Tue 29/1003:25MEL - IAH
2 stops53h 55mEmirates
Sun 3/1119:10IAH - MEL
1 stop35h 10mEmirates
Deal found 7/5$3,021
Wed 26/602:25MEL - IAH
2 stops53h 25mEmirates
Fri 12/719:55IAH - MEL
2 stops45h 55mEmirates
Deal found 8/5$5,068

Cheap Melbourne to Houston flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Melbourne to Houston specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 547,580 searches. Prices were last updated on 9 May 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Melbourne to Houston in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Thu 27/621:30MEL - IAH
2 stops33h 01mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/716:40IAH - MEL
2 stops29h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5$2,794
Thu 27/621:30MEL - IAH
2 stops33h 01mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/709:52IAH - MEL
3 stops34h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5$2,811
Thu 27/610:55MEL - IAH
1 stop33h 55mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/721:35IAH - MEL
2 stops46h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/5$2,944
Thu 27/618:15MEL - IAH
1 stop37h 10mAir New Zealand
Fri 12/721:55IAH - MEL
1 stop24h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 8/5$3,364
Thu 27/623:55MEL - IAH
1 stop31h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/701:35IAH - MEL
2 stops54h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5$3,723
Thu 27/608:30MEL - HOU
2 stops26h 25mQantas Airways
Fri 12/718:34HOU - MEL
2 stops26h 16mQantas Airways
Deal found 8/5$4,710
Wed 26/602:25MEL - IAH
2 stops53h 25mEmirates
Fri 12/719:55IAH - MEL
2 stops45h 55mEmirates
Deal found 8/5$5,068
Thu 27/606:00MEL - IAH
3 stops29h 46mAir Canada
Fri 12/709:52IAH - MEL
3 stops34h 43mAir Canada
Deal found 8/5$5,299
Wed 26/602:25MEL - IAH
2 stops53h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/721:55IAH - MEL
1 stop21h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5$5,509

Melbourne to Houston 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Melbourne and Houston in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 547,580 searches. Data last updated 9 May 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Melbourne to Houston in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Wed 30/1010:40MEL - IAH
1 stop21h 14mQantas Airways
Sun 3/1112:15IAH - MEL
1 stop24h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 8/5$1,656
Wed 30/1010:30MEL - IAH
2 stops22h 26mUnited Airlines
Sun 3/1112:15IAH - MEL
1 stop28h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/5$1,661
Wed 30/1010:40MEL - IAH
1 stop21h 14mQantas Airways
Sun 3/1109:52IAH - MEL
1 stop26h 53mQantas Airways
Deal found 7/5$1,664
Wed 30/1010:40MEL - IAH
1 stop21h 14mQantas Airways
Sun 3/1118:28IAH - MEL
2 stops23h 07mQantas Airways
Deal found 8/5$1,690
Wed 30/1010:40MEL - IAH
1 stop21h 14mQantas Airways
Sun 3/1118:28IAH - MEL
2 stops23h 07mQantas Airways
Deal found 7/5$1,699
Wed 30/1012:00MEL - IAH
2 stops26h 08mQantas Airways
Sun 3/1118:28IAH - MEL
2 stops24h 07mQantas Airways
Deal found 8/5$1,725
Wed 30/1012:00MEL - IAH
2 stops27h 41mQantas Airways
Sun 3/1118:28IAH - MEL
2 stops26h 07mQantas Airways
Deal found 7/5$1,734
Wed 30/1022:50MEL - IAH
2 stops37h 35mTurkish Airlines
Sun 3/1122:20IAH - MEL
2 stops53h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/5$2,537
Thu 27/621:30MEL - IAH
2 stops33h 01mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/716:40IAH - MEL
2 stops29h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5$2,794

One-way flights to Houston from Melbourne

Search for one-way flight options from Melbourne to Houston. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 547,580 searches. Data last updated 9 May 2024.
Users in need of a one-way flight from Melbourne to Houston can choose from these deals. Those seeking round-trip flights from Melbourne to Houston should utilise the search form at the top of the page.
Sun 19/518:50MEL - IAH
3 stops58h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5$934
Mon 17/623:55MEL - IAH
3 stops51h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5$964
Sat 15/623:55MEL - IAH
3 stops33h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5$981
Sun 16/623:55MEL - IAH
3 stops51h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5$1,049
Sun 19/523:55MEL - HOU
3 stops35h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5$1,185
Tue 18/609:25MEL - IAH
3 stops27h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5$1,212
Fri 14/623:55MEL - IAH
3 stops38h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5$1,259
Sun 19/523:35MEL - IAH
2 stops53h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5$1,275
Thu 13/613:45MEL - IAH
3 stops29h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5$1,276

Find flights from Melbourne to Houston within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Houston 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 547,580 searches. Data last updated 9 May 2024.

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$1,340 - $2,703

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Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneHouston George Bush Intcntl

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Tue 5/11

1 stop19h 00m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 26/11

2 stops45h 00m

$1,340

MelbourneHouston George Bush Intcntl

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Tue 5/11

1 stop20h 10m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 26/11

1 stop35h 45m

$1,346

MelbourneHouston George Bush Intcntl

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Tue 3/9

2 stops39h 17m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 18/10

1 stop21h 25m

$1,417

MelbourneHouston George Bush Intcntl

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Wed 30/10

1 stop21h 14m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 3/11

1 stop24h 30m

$1,656

MelbourneHouston George Bush Intcntl

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Tue 3/9

2 stops40h 46m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 18/10

2 stops67h 14m

$1,824

MelbourneHouston George Bush Intcntl

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Mon 4/11

2 stops54h 50m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 26/11

2 stops47h 00m

$1,957

MelbourneHouston George Bush Intcntl

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Wed 30/10

2 stops37h 35m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 3/11

2 stops53h 25m

$2,537

MelbourneHouston George Bush Intcntl

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Tue 3/9

3 stops34h 59m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 18/10

3 stops46h 25m

$2,554

MelbourneHouston George Bush Intcntl

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Tue 3/9

3 stops29h 54m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 18/10

2 stops28h 40m

$2,703

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Deals found on 9/5

When is the best time to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Houston?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Houston. Price data was last updated on 3 May 2024.
Booking 78 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Houston. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne Airport to Houston?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Houston. Price data was last updated on 5 May 2024.
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Midday
Afternoon
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne Airport to Houston flight should consider departing on Tuesday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Houston by month

Plan your trip from Melbourne to Houston by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Melbourne to Houston is currently $1,126 while a return flight costs $1,926. Price data was last updated on 5 May 2024.

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Houston (average of $1,146). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Houston in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,839). 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.

January

$1,939

February

$1,808

March

$1,743

April

$1,852

May

$2,049

June

$1,939

July

$2,797

August

$2,468

September

$1,810

October

$2,161

November

$2,114

December

$2,418

Temperature and rainfall in Houston by month

Plan your trip to Houston by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

IAH

Temperature

12 - 29 °C

Reviews of airlines servicing Houston

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Houston. 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 Houston. Reviews last updated 9 May 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Melbourne to Houston, see what other customers have to say about Qantas Airways, Emirates and Singapore Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.3
Very Good
1,476 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was on time, seating was comfortable, food was delicious, and crew was wonderful. Smooth flight overall!

8.3
Very Good
1,476 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,476 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was on time, seating was comfortable, food was delicious, and crew was wonderful. Smooth flight overall!

8.3
Very Good
632 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,476 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was on time, seating was comfortable, food was delicious, and crew was wonderful. Smooth flight overall!

8.3
Very Good
1,458 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,476 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was on time, seating was comfortable, food was delicious, and crew was wonderful. Smooth flight overall!

8.1
Very Good
3,988 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,476 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was on time, seating was comfortable, food was delicious, and crew was wonderful. Smooth flight overall!

7.7
Good
4,428 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,476 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was on time, seating was comfortable, food was delicious, and crew was wonderful. Smooth flight overall!

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Melbourne Airport to Houston for under $1,400 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Melbourne Airport to Houston for under $1,400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on United Airlines for just $1,340, but on average you can expect to pay $2,020.

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

    According to our current data, United Airlines ($1,340), Virgin Australia ($1,346), and Qantas Airways ($1,656) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne Airport to Houston. United Airlines is 44% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    $1,494 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from American Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Air New Zealand and Singapore Airlines, with prices starting from $1,591 and $2,065, respectively.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Melbourne Airport to Houston?

  • What does MEL to IAH mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Melbourne Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a MEL to IAH flight. Houston Hobby Airport (HOU), College Station Easterwood Field Airport (CLL), Beaumont Jefferson County Airport (BPT) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Houston that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Melbourne to Houston flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Melbourne to Houston with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Melbourne to Houston flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

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

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Houston that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Melbourne to Houston offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Melbourne to Houston?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Melbourne to Houston flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Melbourne Airport to Houston flight deals updated?

    The Melbourne Airport to Houston flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 8/5.

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Top 9 airlines flying from Melbourne to Houston

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United AirlinesCheapest$1,308Average$1,808FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,421Average$3,362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,519Average$1,784FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,560Average$2,078FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,613Average$2,434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,692Average$2,434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,730Average$1,744FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$2,390Average$2,756FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest$2,682Average$2,809FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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