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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Houston from $1,451

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 5/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — HOU
31 Mar — 7 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Houston are usually found in February or March, booked 23 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Houston

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) 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 26 March 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,725

One-way from

$1,451

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,729
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 23/5-31/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 61h 05m total
  • Melbourne to Houston
5/5
  • 5/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 29h 03m total
  • Melbourne to Houston
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($279 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($132 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Houston

Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Houston
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Houston. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 26 March 2025.

Wed 23/411:55MEL - IAH
1 stop22h 21mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/609:00IAH - MEL
2 stops30h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/3$1,638
Wed 23/410:55MEL - IAH
1 stop23h 14mUnited Airlines
Wed 4/617:10IAH - MEL
1 stop24h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 25/3$1,676
Fri 17/1007:10MEL - IAH
2 stops27h 05mAir Canada
Wed 22/1016:35IAH - MEL
2 stops27h 30mAir Canada
Deal found 25/3$1,702
Fri 23/515:05MEL - IAH
1 stop18h 42mAmerican Airlines
Sat 31/519:37IAH - MEL
1 stop42h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 25/3$1,725
Fri 23/515:05MEL - HOU
1 stop19h 39mAmerican Airlines
Sat 31/520:16HOU - MEL
1 stop41h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 25/3$1,725
Fri 31/1015:35MEL - IAH
1 stop19h 14mQantas Airways
Fri 2/114:36IAH - MEL
1 stop21h 24mQantas Airways
Deal found 25/3$1,848
Fri 31/1009:00MEL - HOU
2 stops22h 56mQantas Airways
Fri 2/112:26HOU - MEL
1 stop23h 34mQantas Airways
Deal found 25/3$1,887
Mon 16/610:55MEL - IAH
1 stop20h 57mVirgin Australia
Sat 19/721:56IAH - MEL
1 stop43h 19mVirgin Australia
Deal found 25/3$2,765
Thu 16/1000:35MEL - IAH
2 stops33h 14mSingapore Airlines
Wed 22/1007:35IAH - MEL
2 stops53h 45mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 25/3$2,960
Wed 26/323:55MEL - HOU
2 stops35h 51mMultiple Airlines
Thu 3/420:17HOU - MEL
2 stops24h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/3$3,371
Fri 28/300:45MEL - IAH
2 stops58h 31mCathay Pacific
Fri 25/419:46IAH - MEL
2 stops59h 29mCathay Pacific
Deal found 25/3$4,576
Sun 30/316:15MEL - IAH
1 stop39h 35mQatar Airways
Sun 6/418:10IAH - MEL
1 stop38h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 24/3$15,461

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Price

MelbourneHouston

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Fri 23/5

15:05-18:47

1 stop18h 42m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 31/5

19:37-05:00

1 stop42h 23m

$1,725

MelbourneHouston

MEL - HOU

MELHOU

Melbourne

Fri 23/5

15:05-19:44

1 stop19h 39m

Houston Hobby

Sat 31/5

20:16-05:00

1 stop41h 44m

$1,725

MelbourneHouston

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Fri 23/5

10:55-18:31

2 stops22h 36m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 31/5

21:56-08:15

1 stop43h 19m

$1,748

MelbourneHouston

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Fri 23/5

20:45-22:29

3 stops40h 44m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 31/5

16:55-12:20

2 stops28h 25m

$1,971

MelbourneHouston

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Fri 23/5

06:00-04:55

3 stops37h 55m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 31/5

13:51-12:15

3 stops31h 24m

$2,328

MelbourneHouston

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Mon 16/6

10:55-16:52

1 stop20h 57m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 19/7

21:56-08:15

1 stop43h 19m

$2,765

MelbourneHouston

MEL - HOU

MELHOU

Melbourne

Mon 16/6

07:30-13:56

2 stops21h 26m

Houston Hobby

Sat 19/7

20:22-10:05

2 stops22h 43m

$2,895

MelbourneHouston

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Wed 30/4

11:55-19:16

1 stop22h 21m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 7/5

16:30-05:00

1 stop21h 30m

$9,189

MelbourneHouston

MEL - HOU

MELHOU

Melbourne

Mon 5/5

23:55-13:58

3 stops29h 03m

$1,451

MelbourneHouston

MEL - HOU

MELHOU

Melbourne

Fri 9/5

15:05-23:58

1 stop23h 53m

$1,813

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Houston

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne to Houston

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne 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 21 March 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne to Houston, you should look to book at least 23 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Houston (average of $1,049). Flying from Melbourne to Houston in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,713). 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 HOU?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Houston. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 26 March 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 14% on flights from Melbourne to Houston by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

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

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne to Houston flight should consider departing on Sunday mornings 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 Houston by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Houston ranges from 81.0 - 150.0 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 150.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Houston when rainfall is around 81.0 mm.

Temperature in Houston by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Houston, 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 29.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 12.0 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 26 March 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Japan Airlines, Qantas Airways and Virgin Australia from Melbourne to Houston. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Related info for your journey

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

    Currently priced at $1,725, American Airlines will fly you from Melbourne to Houston and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and Air Canada - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,748 and $1,971, respectively. American Airlines is 17% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne to Houston?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Houston (average of $1,049). Flying from Melbourne to Houston in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,713). 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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Top 7 airlines flying from Melbourne to Houston

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Houston. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 26 March 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$965Average$1,718FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,349Average$2,245FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,410Average$2,779FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,440Average$2,144FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,492Average$1,920FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,507Average$2,085FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,577Average$1,997FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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