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Cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Melbourne Airport from $866

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 17/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — MEL
9 Jan — 16 Jan1
1 adult

The best prices from London Heathrow to Melbourne are usually found in May or October, booked 66 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Heathrow to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Heathrow (LHR) to Melbourne (MEL). 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 4 January 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,619

One-way from

$866

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$2,309
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 20/3-5/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 55h 50m total
  • London to Melbourne
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17/2
  • 17/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 35h 40m total
  • London to Melbourne
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Cheapest flights from Heathrow to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Heathrow to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 4 January 2025.

Thu 20/322:00LHR - MEL
1 stop24h 45mChina Southern
Sat 5/422:00MEL - LHR
1 stop31h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 4/1$1,619
Mon 24/220:25LHR - MEL
1 stop32h 20mAir China
Mon 17/320:15MEL - LHR
1 stop30h 40mAir China
Deal found 3/1$1,622
Tue 18/222:15LHR - MEL
2 stops36h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 25/223:30MEL - LHR
1 stop29h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/1$1,623
Tue 18/222:05LHR - MEL
1 stop27h 25mCathay Pacific
Sun 9/300:45MEL - LHR
1 stop25h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/1$1,628
Mon 27/1021:15LHR - MEL
1 stop27h 50mChina Airlines
Sun 9/1123:20MEL - LHR
1 stop28h 35mChina Airlines
Deal found 3/1$1,636
Thu 13/217:50LHR - MEL
1 stop29h 10mChina Eastern
Sun 23/222:30MEL - LHR
1 stop26h 25mChina Eastern
Deal found 3/1$1,643
Wed 12/317:00LHR - MEL
1 stop25h 00mRoyal Brunei Airlines
Thu 24/412:30MEL - LHR
1 stop26h 50mRoyal Brunei Airlines
Deal found 3/1$1,686
Fri 21/209:00LHR - MEL
2 stops35h 35mEtihad Airways
Wed 12/318:15MEL - LHR
1 stop23h 30mEtihad Airways
Deal found 4/1$1,693
Fri 7/221:00LHR - MEL
2 stops31h 10mHainan Airlines
Sun 9/220:45MEL - LHR
2 stops32h 10mHainan Airlines
Deal found 3/1$1,723
Thu 5/619:10LHR - MEL
1 stop28h 15mVietnam Airlines
Wed 18/610:35MEL - LHR
1 stop39h 20mVietnam Airlines
Deal found 4/1$1,752
Mon 20/1021:35LHR - MEL
1 stop25h 35mMalaysia Airlines
Sat 1/1100:30MEL - LHR
1 stop25h 55mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 4/1$1,791

Find flights from Heathrow to Melbourne within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Heathrow to Melbourne 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 4 January 2025.

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LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Thu 20/3

22:00-09:45

1 stop24h 45m

Melbourne

Sat 5/4

22:00-19:05

1 stop31h 05m

$1,619

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Fri 21/2

21:00-15:10

2 stops31h 10m

Melbourne

Fri 7/3

20:15-15:55

1 stop30h 40m

$1,620

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Mon 24/2

20:25-15:45

1 stop32h 20m

Melbourne

Mon 17/3

20:15-15:55

1 stop30h 40m

$1,622

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Sat 1/3

21:00-10:00

1 stop26h 00m

Melbourne

Sat 15/3

12:00-17:30

1 stop40h 30m

$1,623

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Tue 18/2

22:05-12:30

1 stop27h 25m

Melbourne

Sun 9/3

00:45-15:00

1 stop25h 15m

$1,628

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Wed 12/3

17:00-05:00

1 stop25h 00m

Melbourne

Thu 24/4

12:30-06:20

1 stop26h 50m

$1,686

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Fri 21/2

09:00-07:35

2 stops35h 35m

Melbourne

Wed 12/3

18:15-06:45

1 stop23h 30m

$1,693

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Fri 7/2

21:00-15:10

2 stops31h 10m

Melbourne

Sun 9/2

20:45-17:55

2 stops32h 10m

$1,723

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Wed 5/3

21:15-12:05

1 stop27h 50m

Melbourne

Fri 21/3

23:20-16:55

1 stop28h 35m

$1,741

LondonMelbourne

LHR - MEL

LHRMEL

London Heathrow

Sat 1/3

21:25-09:25

1 stop25h 00m

Melbourne

Fri 14/3

00:30-15:25

1 stop25h 55m

$1,746

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Best time to book a flight from Heathrow to Melbourne

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Travel insights for flights from Heathrow to Melbourne

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Heathrow to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 27 December 2024.

Booking 66 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Melbourne 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 London Heathrow Airport to Melbourne Airport?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Melbourne Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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 LHR to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Heathrow to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 4 January 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Melbourne Airport in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 14% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

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

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

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

Rainfall in Melbourne by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne Airport ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne Airport when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Melbourne by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 8.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated 4 January 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Cathay Pacific, Royal Brunei Airlines and Air India from London to Melbourne to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
743 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
743 reviews
China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
743 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Thai Airways
7.8
Good
343 reviews
China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
743 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Vietnam Airlines
7.6
Good
212 reviews
China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
743 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
818 reviews
China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
743 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Air France
7.4
Good
1,490 reviews
China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
743 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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 Heathrow to Melbourne. 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 London Heathrow Airport to Melbourne Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from London Heathrow Airport to Melbourne Airport is China Southern. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,619 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Air China and China Eastern, starting at $1,622 and $1,623 round-trip. You may be able to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Melbourne Airport for 21% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $878 on Hainan Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air China from $907 and Royal Brunei Airlines from $952 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Melbourne Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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 10 airlines flying from Heathrow to Melbourne

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Heathrow to Melbourne. 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 4 January 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air ChinaCheapest$1,011Average$1,583FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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China SouthernCheapest$1,240Average$1,685FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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China EasternCheapest$1,256Average$1,802FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapest$1,452Average$1,589FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,703Average$2,135FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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China AirlinesCheapest$1,710Average$1,894FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,753Average$2,197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,816Average$2,054FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,822Average$2,078FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapest$1,909Average$2,237FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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