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Cheap flights from Raleigh to Melbourne Airport from $896

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 24/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — MEL
2 Apr — 9 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Raleigh-Durham to Melbourne are usually found in July or August, booked 63 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Raleigh to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Raleigh (RDU) 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 28 March 2025.

Round-trip from

$2,345

One-way from

$896

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$2,490
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 26/6-13/7
  • 4 total stops
  • 74h 29m total
  • Raleigh to Melbourne
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24/6
  • 24/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 31m total
  • Raleigh to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($578 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($183 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Raleigh to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Raleigh to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 28 March 2025.

Sat 30/808:40RDU - MEL
2 stops37h 20mAir Canada
Tue 16/920:30MEL - RDU
2 stops39h 14mAir Canada
Deal found 27/3$2,171
Thu 6/1119:25RDU - MEL
2 stops25h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 13/1114:15MEL - RDU
2 stops26h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/3$2,276
Wed 25/619:05RDU - MEL
1 stop23h 10mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/710:55MEL - RDU
1 stop20h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 27/3$2,450
Sat 28/619:29RDU - MEL
1 stop43h 31mQantas Airways
Wed 9/715:05MEL - RDU
1 stop21h 12mQantas Airways
Deal found 27/3$2,459
Fri 27/617:00RDU - MEL
2 stops27h 50mAir New Zealand
Wed 9/708:35MEL - RDU
2 stops37h 33mAir New Zealand
Deal found 27/3$2,499
Mon 6/1019:33RDU - MEL
2 stops36h 42mCathay Pacific
Tue 14/1000:45MEL - RDU
2 stops33h 56mCathay Pacific
Deal found 27/3$2,769
Sun 11/517:21RDU - MEL
1 stop23h 24mAmerican Airlines
Sun 18/515:05MEL - RDU
1 stop33h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 27/3$2,780
Wed 25/617:40RDU - MEL
2 stops33h 10mQatar Airways
Thu 10/715:15MEL - RDU
2 stops35h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 27/3$3,255
Wed 8/1009:45RDU - MEL
3 stops44h 50mSingapore Airlines
Wed 15/1000:35MEL - RDU
3 stops55h 15mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 27/3$3,696
Mon 31/311:33RDU - MEL
3 stops41h 52mTurkish Airlines
Mon 7/421:20MEL - RDU
3 stops61h 06mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 26/3$3,991

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Raleigh to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.

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RaleighMelbourne

RDU - MEL

RDUMEL

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 26/6

08:40-11:05

2 stops36h 25m

Melbourne

Sun 13/7

21:40-21:44

2 stops38h 04m

$2,345

RaleighMelbourne

RDU - MEL

RDUMEL

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 25/6

19:05-08:15

1 stop23h 10m

Melbourne

Tue 8/7

10:55-17:53

1 stop20h 58m

$2,450

RaleighMelbourne

RDU - MEL

RDUMEL

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 26/6

18:00-06:45

1 stop22h 45m

Melbourne

Wed 9/7

15:05-22:17

1 stop21h 12m

$2,501

RaleighMelbourne

RDU - MEL

RDUMEL

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 22/4

11:50-16:50

2 stops39h 00m

Melbourne

Thu 1/5

15:15-16:43

2 stops39h 28m

$2,544

RaleighMelbourne

RDU - MEL

RDUMEL

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 24/6

12:59-11:30

2 stops32h 31m

Melbourne

Sat 12/7

11:55-20:58

1 stop23h 03m

$2,721

RaleighMelbourne

RDU - MEL

RDUMEL

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 11/5

17:21-06:45

1 stop23h 24m

Melbourne

Sun 18/5

15:05-10:54

1 stop33h 49m

$2,780

RaleighMelbourne

RDU - MEL

RDUMEL

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 31/3

06:25-10:50

2 stops37h 25m

Melbourne

Mon 7/4

20:30-17:25

2 stops34h 55m

$3,376

RaleighMelbourne

RDU - MEL

RDUMEL

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 31/3

11:33-20:25

3 stops41h 52m

Melbourne

Mon 7/4

21:20-20:26

3 stops61h 06m

$3,991

RaleighMelbourne

RDU - MEL

RDUMEL

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 24/6

12:59-11:30

2 stops32h 31m

$896

RaleighMelbourne

RDU - MEL

RDUMEL

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 25/6

13:05-08:15

2 stops29h 10m

$1,481

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Best time to book a flight from Raleigh to Melbourne

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Melbourne from Raleigh with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Raleigh to Melbourne Airport

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Raleigh to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 21 March 2025.

The best time to book flights from Raleigh to Melbourne Airport is 63 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 Raleigh to Melbourne Airport?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from Raleigh 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 RDU to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Raleigh 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 28 March 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Raleigh to Melbourne Airport at midday. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 22% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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 28 March 2025.
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
455 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
455 reviews
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
455 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
811 reviews
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
455 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,538 reviews
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
455 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,603 reviews
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
455 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,744 reviews
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
455 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Raleigh to Melbourne. 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 from for flights from Raleigh to Melbourne?

    If you book a flight to Melbourne from Raleigh, you will be flying from Raleigh-Durham, which is the city’s only airport. Raleigh-Durham (RDU) is located 17.8 km from the centre of Raleigh. There are 0 flights from Raleigh-Durham to Melbourne per day from 0 different airlines.

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

    Air Canada, at $2,345, was found to be the cheapest airline from Raleigh to Melbourne Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include United Airlines and Qantas Airways. Air Canada is currently priced 11% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from Raleigh 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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