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Cheap flights from Melbourne to London Heathrow Airport from $599

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 6/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — LHR
26 Feb — 5 Mar1
1 adult

The best prices from Melbourne to London Heathrow are usually found in October or February, booked 11 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Monday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Heathrow

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) to Heathrow (LHR). 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 21 February 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,362

One-way from

$599

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,638
Air China
  • Air China
  • 7/5-28/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 66h 40m total
  • Melbourne to London
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Beijing Capital Airlines
  • Beijing Capital Airlines
  • 6/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 39h 10m total
  • Melbourne to London
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($385 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($104 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Heathrow
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Heathrow. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 February 2025.

Wed 7/520:00MEL - LHR
1 stop33h 30mAir China
Wed 28/520:25LHR - MEL
1 stop33h 10mAir China
Deal found 21/2$1,362
Sun 23/311:35MEL - LHR
1 stop42h 25mBeijing Capital Airlines
Mon 31/322:30LHR - MEL
1 stop28h 05mBeijing Capital Airlines
Deal found 20/2$1,367
Tue 25/222:30MEL - LHR
1 stop26h 25mChina Eastern
Tue 4/321:00LHR - MEL
1 stop26h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 19/2$1,384
Fri 14/306:15MEL - LHR
2 stops47h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 21/321:40LHR - MEL
1 stop24h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2$1,405
Sat 15/311:25MEL - LHR
2 stops37h 35mChina Southern
Sun 11/522:10LHR - MEL
1 stop25h 30mChina Southern
Deal found 20/2$1,408
Tue 11/300:30MEL - LHR
1 stop25h 55mMalaysia Airlines
Wed 19/321:25LHR - MEL
1 stop25h 00mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 19/2$1,447
Sun 8/621:10MEL - LHR
2 stops31h 20mHainan Airlines
Fri 20/622:00LHR - MEL
2 stops31h 05mHainan Airlines
Deal found 21/2$1,480
Mon 17/322:40MEL - LHR
2 stops46h 15mTurkish Airlines
Fri 30/506:30LHR - MEL
2 stops27h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 21/2$1,493
Wed 7/519:35MEL - LHR
1 stop24h 55mAir India
Thu 15/509:45LHR - MEL
1 stop23h 10mAir India
Deal found 20/2$1,500
Sat 15/313:30MEL - LHR
2 stops28h 50mRoyal Brunei Airlines
Sun 11/517:15LHR - MEL
2 stops27h 15mRoyal Brunei Airlines
Deal found 20/2$1,591
Tue 14/1021:50MEL - LHR
1 stop28h 40mChina Airlines
Wed 5/1121:15LHR - MEL
1 stop27h 50mChina Airlines
Deal found 20/2$1,610
Mon 13/1011:35MEL - LHR
1 stop40h 15mVietnam Airlines
Sat 15/1111:00LHR - MEL
1 stop35h 25mVietnam Airlines
Deal found 20/2$1,656

Find flights from Melbourne to Heathrow within your budget

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Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LHR

MELLHR

Melbourne

Wed 7/5

20:00-20:30

1 stop33h 30m

London Heathrow

Wed 28/5

20:25-14:35

1 stop33h 10m

$1,362

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LHR

MELLHR

Melbourne

Sun 23/3

11:35-19:00

1 stop42h 25m

London Heathrow

Mon 31/3

22:30-12:35

1 stop28h 05m

$1,367

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LHR

MELLHR

Melbourne

Mon 3/3

22:30-17:30

1 stop30h 00m

London Heathrow

Sat 8/3

21:00-14:05

1 stop30h 05m

$1,391

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LHR

MELLHR

Melbourne

Fri 14/3

06:15-18:15

2 stops47h 00m

London Heathrow

Fri 21/3

21:40-09:35

1 stop24h 55m

$1,405

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LHR

MELLHR

Melbourne

Sat 15/3

11:25-14:00

2 stops37h 35m

London Heathrow

Sun 11/5

22:10-08:40

1 stop25h 30m

$1,408

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LHR

MELLHR

Melbourne

Tue 11/3

00:30-15:25

1 stop25h 55m

London Heathrow

Wed 19/3

21:25-09:25

1 stop25h 00m

$1,447

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LHR

MELLHR

Melbourne

Sun 8/6

21:10-19:30

2 stops31h 20m

London Heathrow

Fri 20/6

22:00-14:05

2 stops31h 05m

$1,480

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LHR

MELLHR

Melbourne

Mon 17/3

22:40-09:55

2 stops46h 15m

London Heathrow

Fri 30/5

06:30-18:55

2 stops27h 25m

$1,493

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LHR

MELLHR

Melbourne

Wed 7/5

19:35-11:30

1 stop24h 55m

London Heathrow

Thu 15/5

09:45-17:55

1 stop23h 10m

$1,500

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LHR

MELLHR

Melbourne

Sat 15/3

13:30-07:20

2 stops28h 50m

London Heathrow

Sun 11/5

17:15-05:30

2 stops27h 15m

$1,591

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Heathrow

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Travel insights for flights from Melbourne to Heathrow

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Heathrow. Price data was last updated on 14 February 2025.

Booking 11 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Melbourne to London Heathrow Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to London Heathrow Airport (average of $1,037). Flying from Melbourne to London Heathrow Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,667). 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 LHR?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Heathrow. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Melbourne to London Heathrow Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 15% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Heathrow. Price data was last updated on 26 May 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne to London Heathrow Airport flight should consider departing on Monday evenings 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.

Rainfall in Heathrow by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in London Heathrow Airport 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 Heathrow Airport when rainfall is around 40.0 mm.

Temperature in Heathrow by month

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

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

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Heathrow. 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 Heathrow. Reviews last updated 21 February 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with China Airlines, Hainan Airlines and Thai Airways from Melbourne to London have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
727 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Alex,Dec 2024

SYD - TPE

For the money it’s good value. Seat space rather small

China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
727 reviews
China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
727 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Alex,Dec 2024

SYD - TPE

For the money it’s good value. Seat space rather small

Hainan Airlines
7.8
Good
31 reviews
China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
727 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Alex,Dec 2024

SYD - TPE

For the money it’s good value. Seat space rather small

Thai Airways
7.8
Good
317 reviews
China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
727 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Alex,Dec 2024

SYD - TPE

For the money it’s good value. Seat space rather small

China Southern
7.6
Good
87 reviews
China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
727 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Alex,Dec 2024

SYD - TPE

For the money it’s good value. Seat space rather small

Vietnam Airlines
7.6
Good
196 reviews
China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
727 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Alex,Dec 2024

SYD - TPE

For the money it’s good value. Seat space rather small

Related info for your journey

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

    Air China, at $1,362, was found to be the cheapest airline from Melbourne to London Heathrow Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Beijing Capital Airlines and China Eastern. Air China is currently priced 29% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Beijing Capital Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $599. Air China flights start at $635 while deals on Etihad Airways start at $649 one-way.

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

    Most of the time, Melbourne to London Heathrow Airport flights that have stopovers will stop in Singapore. Dubai sees the second most layovers for non-direct flights flying from Melbourne to London Heathrow Airport. Abu Dhabi ranks third in terms of the most popular layover location on Melbourne to London Heathrow Airport flights.

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

    Most Singapore visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Sentosa, Merlion, and Boat Quay. Sentosa, Merlion, and Boat Quay can be visited by traveling about 21.6 km, 16.9 km, and 17.3 km respectively from Singapore Changi. Those looking to explore during their stopover in Singapore can hire a car from Singapore Changi for about $132 per day.

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

    The majority of Dubai visitors spend their time at Dubai Mall, Gold Souq, and Burj Khalifa. Dubai Mall, Gold Souq, and Burj Khalifa can be visited by travelling about 10.5 km, 6.8 km, and 11.0 km respectively from Dubai Intl. Travellers in need of a car in Dubai can hire one for about $39 per day.

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

    Flights departing from Melbourne and landing in London Heathrow Airport stopover in Bandar Seri Begawan least frequently. Colombo sees the second fewest stopovers for non-direct flights flying from Melbourne to London Heathrow Airport. Mumbai sees the third fewest flights with stopovers for the Melbourne to London Heathrow Airport route.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to London Heathrow Airport (average of $1,037). Flying from Melbourne to London Heathrow Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,667). 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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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$976Average$2,230FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Air ChinaCheapest$1,080Average$1,358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest$1,114Average$1,573FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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China EasternCheapest$1,186Average$1,647FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapest$1,271Average$1,657FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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Air IndiaCheapest$1,319Average$1,927FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$1,357Average$1,615FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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China AirlinesCheapest$1,435Average$1,752FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,436Average$2,098FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,438Average$1,623FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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