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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to London from $708

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 25/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — LON
22 Jan — 29 Jan1
1 adult

The best prices from Melbourne to London are usually found in March or February, booked 46 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to London

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to London (LON). 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 17 January 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,479

One-way from

$708

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$2,074
Malaysia Airlines
  • Malaysia Airlines
  • 18/3-26/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 50h 55m total
  • Melbourne to London
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25/4
  • 25/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 49h 10m total
  • Melbourne to London
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to London
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to London. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 January 2025.

Tue 18/300:30MEL - LHR
1 stop25h 55mMalaysia Airlines
Wed 26/321:25LHR - MEL
1 stop25h 00mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 17/1$1,479
Fri 16/511:00MEL - LHR
1 stop40h 40mChina Eastern
Sat 7/621:20LHR - MEL
1 stop26h 40mChina Eastern
Deal found 16/1$1,484
Thu 5/610:20MEL - LHR
1 stop41h 45mChina Southern
Sat 21/622:10LHR - MEL
1 stop25h 30mChina Southern
Deal found 16/1$1,493
Wed 19/220:15MEL - LHR
1 stop32h 35mAir China
Sat 1/320:25LHR - MEL
1 stop32h 20mAir China
Deal found 16/1$1,495
Fri 14/208:40MEL - LHR
1 stop44h 35mMultiple Airlines
Fri 28/221:00LHR - MEL
2 stops31h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1$1,500
Mon 2/610:20MEL - LGW
2 stops41h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 16/612:35LGW - MEL
1 stop41h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/1$1,500
Wed 12/219:25MEL - LHR
1 stop31h 10mSingapore Airlines
Tue 11/322:05LHR - MEL
1 stop25h 45mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 16/1$1,508
Mon 10/222:30MEL - LGW
1 stop43h 00mChina Eastern
Mon 24/210:30LGW - MEL
1 stop40h 35mChina Eastern
Deal found 17/1$1,511
Wed 12/222:40MEL - LGW
2 stops33h 50mTurkish Airlines
Tue 11/306:00LGW - MEL
2 stops27h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 16/1$1,513
Sun 17/821:50MEL - LHR
1 stop27h 40mChina Airlines
Wed 17/921:10LHR - MEL
1 stop28h 30mChina Airlines
Deal found 15/1$1,529
Wed 7/520:00MEL - LGW
2 stops43h 55mAir China
Fri 30/512:35LGW - MEL
1 stop41h 00mAir China
Deal found 16/1$1,534
Wed 7/509:15MEL - LGW
1 stop30h 10mSingapore Airlines
Sun 1/610:15LGW - MEL
1 stop25h 20mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 16/1$1,543

Find flights from Melbourne to London within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to London 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 17 January 2025.

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MEL - LHR

MELLHR

Melbourne

Tue 18/3

00:30-15:25

1 stop25h 55m

London Heathrow

Wed 26/3

21:25-09:25

1 stop25h 00m

$1,479

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LHR

MELLHR

Melbourne

Fri 16/5

11:00-18:40

1 stop40h 40m

London Heathrow

Sat 7/6

21:20-09:00

1 stop26h 40m

$1,484

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LHR

MELLHR

Melbourne

Thu 5/6

10:20-19:05

1 stop41h 45m

London Heathrow

Sat 21/6

22:10-08:40

1 stop25h 30m

$1,493

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LHR

MELLHR

Melbourne

Wed 19/2

20:15-17:50

1 stop32h 35m

London Heathrow

Sat 1/3

20:25-15:45

1 stop32h 20m

$1,495

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LHR

MELLHR

Melbourne

Fri 14/2

08:40-18:15

1 stop44h 35m

London Heathrow

Fri 28/2

21:00-15:10

2 stops31h 10m

$1,500

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LGW

MELLGW

Melbourne

Mon 2/6

10:20-18:30

2 stops41h 10m

London Gatwick

Mon 16/6

12:35-14:35

1 stop41h 00m

$1,500

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LHR

MELLHR

Melbourne

Wed 12/2

19:25-15:35

1 stop31h 10m

London Heathrow

Tue 11/3

22:05-10:50

1 stop25h 45m

$1,508

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LGW

MELLGW

Melbourne

Mon 10/2

22:30-06:30

1 stop43h 00m

London Gatwick

Mon 24/2

10:30-14:05

1 stop40h 35m

$1,511

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LGW

MELLGW

Melbourne

Wed 12/2

22:40-21:30

2 stops33h 50m

London Gatwick

Tue 11/3

06:00-20:55

2 stops27h 55m

$1,513

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LGW

MELLGW

Melbourne

Wed 7/5

20:00-06:55

2 stops43h 55m

London Gatwick

Fri 30/5

12:35-14:35

1 stop41h 00m

$1,534

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to London

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Travel insights for flights from Melbourne to London

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to London. Price data was last updated on 10 January 2025.

Booking 46 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to London. 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 Airport to London?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to London (average of $1,037). Flying from Melbourne Airport to London 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 LON?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to London. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 January 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Melbourne Airport to London in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 16% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.

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

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne Airport to London flight should consider departing on Monday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in London by month

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

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

Temperature in London by month

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

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

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to London. 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 London. Reviews last updated 17 January 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown China Eastern, China Southern and Qantas Airways from Melbourne to London. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,448 reviews
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Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Online check in and seat selection was tricky. Also I received some emails from Japan Airlines in Japanese with no English selection which worried me. I still don’t know what they said. The service at check in and onboard was very courteous and polite, and staff was helpful.

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,448 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,448 reviews
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Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Online check in and seat selection was tricky. Also I received some emails from Japan Airlines in Japanese with no English selection which worried me. I still don’t know what they said. The service at check in and onboard was very courteous and polite, and staff was helpful.

China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
737 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,448 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Online check in and seat selection was tricky. Also I received some emails from Japan Airlines in Japanese with no English selection which worried me. I still don’t know what they said. The service at check in and onboard was very courteous and polite, and staff was helpful.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,448 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Online check in and seat selection was tricky. Also I received some emails from Japan Airlines in Japanese with no English selection which worried me. I still don’t know what they said. The service at check in and onboard was very courteous and polite, and staff was helpful.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,327 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,448 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Online check in and seat selection was tricky. Also I received some emails from Japan Airlines in Japanese with no English selection which worried me. I still don’t know what they said. The service at check in and onboard was very courteous and polite, and staff was helpful.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,339 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,448 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Online check in and seat selection was tricky. Also I received some emails from Japan Airlines in Japanese with no English selection which worried me. I still don’t know what they said. The service at check in and onboard was very courteous and polite, and staff was helpful.

Related info for your journey

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

    According to our current data, Malaysia Airlines ($1,479), China Eastern ($1,492), and Air China ($1,495) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne Airport to London. Malaysia Airlines is currently priced 22% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for China Southern. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $760. Users have also found prices from $764 and $766 on Malaysia Airlines and Air China, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Melbourne Airport to London?

    When deciding which route to take from Melbourne Airport to London, consider Melbourne - London Heathrow, Melbourne - London Gatwick or Melbourne - London Stansted, as they are the most popular.

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

    Flights departing from Melbourne Airport and landing in London stopover in Singapore most frequently. Shanghai sees the second most layovers for non-direct flights flying from Melbourne Airport to London. Dubai ranks third in terms of the most popular layover location on Melbourne Airport to London flights.

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

    The majority of Singapore visitors spend their time at Sentosa, Merlion, and Boat Quay. Sentosa, Merlion, and Boat Quay can be accessed by travelling approximately 21.6 km, 16.9 km, and 17.3 km, respectively from Singapore Changi. Travellers can book a car hire at Singapore Changi for about $175 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

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

    Shanghai Disneyland, People's Square, and Shanghai WIld Animal Park are the most popular attractions in Shanghai if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Shanghai Disneyland, People's Square and Shanghai WIld Animal Park are located about 14.1 km, 32.7 km, and 12.7 km, respectively from Shanghai Pu Dong if you are interested in checking them out.

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

    Dubai Mall, Gold Souq, and Burj Khalifa are currently the most popular points of interest in Dubai. Dubai Mall, Gold Souq and Burj Khalifa are located about 10.5 km, 6.8 km, and 11.0 km, respectively from Dubai Intl if you are interested in checking them out. Travellers in need of a car in Dubai can hire one for about $55 per day.

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

    Melbourne Airport to London flights that have stopovers will least frequently stop in New Delhi. Bandar Seri Begawan sees the second fewest stopovers for non-direct flights flying from Melbourne Airport to London. Bangkok ranks third to last in terms of the least popular stopover locations on Melbourne Airport to London flights.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to London (average of $1,037). Flying from Melbourne Airport to London 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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Air ChinaCheapest$1,101Average$1,354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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China SouthernCheapest$1,141Average$1,703FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,213Average$2,372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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China EasternCheapest$1,221Average$1,643FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapest$1,325Average$1,715FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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Air IndiaCheapest$1,353Average$1,982FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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China AirlinesCheapest$1,476Average$1,824FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,497Average$1,804FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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