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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Edinburgh from $813

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 18/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — EDI
23 Dec — 30 Dec1
1 adult

The best prices from Melbourne to Edinburgh Turnhouse are usually found in February or November, booked 39 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Edinburgh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) 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 18 December 2024.

Round-trip from

$1,967

One-way from

$813

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$3,141
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 27/5-19/6
  • 5 total stops
  • 76h 40m total
  • Melbourne to Edinburgh
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18/1
  • 18/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 43h 00m total
  • Melbourne to Edinburgh
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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 18 December 2024.

Mon 30/1222:40MEL - EDI
2 stops46h 35mTurkish Airlines
Mon 27/111:15EDI - MEL
3 stops55h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 17/12$2,508
Mon 30/1222:40MEL - EDI
3 stops34h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 27/114:30EDI - MEL
2 stops33h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12$2,541
Mon 30/1206:15MEL - EDI
1 stop23h 50mQantas Airways
Mon 27/120:40EDI - MEL
1 stop36h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/12$2,870
Sun 29/1206:15MEL - EDI
1 stop23h 50mEmirates
Sun 26/120:40EDI - MEL
2 stops46h 00mEmirates
Deal found 17/12$2,955
Mon 30/1207:10MEL - EDI
3 stops40h 40mKLM
Mon 27/105:45EDI - MEL
3 stops38h 10mKLM
Deal found 17/12$3,313
Sun 22/1222:30MEL - EDI
2 stops35h 40mChina Eastern
Thu 9/110:55EDI - MEL
2 stops40h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 17/12$3,749
Wed 25/1217:10MEL - EDI
1 stop30h 30mQatar Airways
Wed 15/107:30EDI - MEL
1 stop23h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 17/12$4,021
Sat 21/1217:10MEL - EDI
1 stop23h 50mVirgin Australia
Thu 9/107:30EDI - MEL
1 stop23h 55mVirgin Australia
Deal found 17/12$4,625

Find flights from Melbourne to Edinburgh within your budget

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MelbourneEdinburgh

MEL - EDI

MELEDI

Melbourne

Tue 27/5

07:00-09:35

3 stops35h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 19/6

16:50-18:55

2 stops41h 05m

$1,967

MelbourneEdinburgh

MEL - EDI

MELEDI

Melbourne

Mon 19/5

11:00-08:20

3 stops30h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 9/6

18:35-08:00

2 stops28h 25m

$2,079

MelbourneEdinburgh

MEL - EDI

MELEDI

Melbourne

Wed 21/5

15:40-16:30

2 stops33h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 11/6

17:10-07:30

2 stops29h 20m

$2,092

MelbourneEdinburgh

MEL - EDI

MELEDI

Melbourne

Sun 1/6

14:25-18:55

2 stops37h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 15/6

06:05-05:55

2 stops38h 50m

$2,108

MelbourneEdinburgh

MEL - EDI

MELEDI

Melbourne

Sat 1/2

11:30-07:55

2 stops31h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 8/2

09:25-10:00

2 stops37h 35m

$2,199

MelbourneEdinburgh

MEL - EDI

MELEDI

Melbourne

Tue 11/2

17:10-09:00

2 stops26h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 20/2

14:05-18:25

1 stop41h 20m

$2,366

MelbourneEdinburgh

MEL - EDI

MELEDI

Melbourne

Sun 1/6

05:15-20:15

1 stop24h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 15/6

21:50-05:30

1 stop22h 40m

$2,438

MelbourneEdinburgh

MEL - EDI

MELEDI

Melbourne

Mon 10/2

03:25-19:05

1 stop26h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 20/2

20:40-06:25

1 stop22h 45m

$2,454

MelbourneEdinburgh

MEL - EDI

MELEDI

Melbourne

Mon 30/12

07:10-12:50

3 stops40h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 27/1

05:45-06:55

3 stops38h 10m

$3,313

MelbourneEdinburgh

MEL - EDI

MELEDI

Melbourne

Sat 18/1

23:30-07:30

2 stops43h 00m

$813

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Edinburgh

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Travel insights for flights from Melbourne to Edinburgh

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne 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 13 December 2024.

The best time to book flights from Melbourne to Edinburgh is 39 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 Melbourne to Edinburgh?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Edinburgh (average of $1,347). Flying from Melbourne to Edinburgh in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,929). 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 18 December 2024.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Melbourne to Edinburgh in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 8% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne to Edinburgh?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Edinburgh. Price data was last updated on 4 February 2024.

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

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 18 December 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, Qatar Airways and Qantas Airways from Melbourne to Edinburgh. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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
1,349 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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!

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,798 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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
808 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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!

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,059 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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?

    If you book a flight to Edinburgh from Melbourne, you will be flying to Turnhouse, which is the city’s only airport. Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) is located 11.0 km from the centre of Edinburgh. There are 0 flights from Melbourne to Turnhouse per day from 12 different airlines.

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

    Turkish Airlines, at $1,967, was found to be the cheapest airline from Melbourne to Edinburgh.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include British Airways and Lufthansa. You may be able to fly from Melbourne to Edinburgh for 24% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • 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 to Edinburgh?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Edinburgh (average of $1,347). Flying from Melbourne to Edinburgh in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,929). 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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China EasternCheapest$1,557Average$1,932FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,566Average$1,972FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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China SouthernCheapest$1,633Average$2,021FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$1,701Average$2,025FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,907Average$2,858FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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LufthansaCheapest$1,917Average$2,125FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,999Average$2,337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$2,081Average$2,779FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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FinnairCheapest$2,172Average$2,620FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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British AirwaysCheapest$2,223Average$2,698FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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