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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Perth from $198

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 12/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — PER
1 Apr — 8 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Perth are usually found in February or August, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Perth

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to Perth (PER). 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 27 March 2025.

Round-trip from

$377

One-way from

$198

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$517

Good round-trip deal

$393 or less

Good one-way deal

$256 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 3/5-9/5
  • Nonstop
  • 7h 45m total
  • Melbourne to Perth
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Virgin Australia
  • Virgin Australia
  • 12/5
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 25m total
  • Melbourne to Perth
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($71 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($21 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Perth
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Perth. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 27 March 2025.

Sat 3/506:20MEL - PER
Nonstop4h 10mJetstar
Fri 9/523:40PER - MEL
Nonstop3h 35mJetstar
Deal found 26/3$377
Tue 27/509:15MEL - PER
Nonstop4h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 30/523:40PER - MEL
Nonstop3h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/3$382
Wed 7/520:45MEL - PER
Nonstop4h 25mVirgin Australia
Sun 11/506:45PER - MEL
Nonstop3h 35mVirgin Australia
Deal found 26/3$390
Sat 3/516:45MEL - PER
Nonstop4h 25mQatar Airways
Fri 9/523:45PER - MEL
Nonstop3h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 26/3$587

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Perth 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 27 March 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to Perth that are best for you.

Fly from

Melbourne

Fly to

Perth

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbournePerth

MEL - PER

MELPER

Melbourne

Sat 3/5

06:20-08:30

Nonstop4h 10m

Perth

Fri 9/5

23:40-05:15

Nonstop3h 35m

$377

MelbournePerth

MEL - PER

MELPER

Melbourne

Tue 27/5

09:15-11:40

Nonstop4h 25m

Perth

Fri 30/5

23:40-05:15

Nonstop3h 35m

$382

MelbournePerth

MEL - PER

MELPER

Melbourne

Wed 7/5

20:45-23:10

Nonstop4h 25m

Perth

Sun 11/5

06:45-12:20

Nonstop3h 35m

$390

MelbournePerth

MEL - PER

MELPER

Melbourne

Sat 3/5

16:45-19:10

Nonstop4h 25m

Perth

Fri 9/5

23:45-05:20

Nonstop3h 35m

$587

MelbournePerth

MEL - PER

MELPER

Melbourne

Mon 12/5

20:45-23:10

Nonstop4h 25m

$198

MelbournePerth

MEL - PER

MELPER

Melbourne

Mon 14/7

06:20-08:30

Nonstop4h 10m

$238

MelbournePerth

MEL - PER

MELPER

Melbourne

Mon 5/5

07:00-20:20

1 stop15h 20m

$287

MelbournePerth

MEL - PER

MELPER

Melbourne

Sun 31/8

10:10-12:20

Nonstop4h 10m

$404

MelbournePerth

MEL - PER

MELPER

Melbourne

Sat 5/4

01:30-16:15

1 stop17h 45m

$595

MelbournePerth

MEL - PER

MELPER

Melbourne

Sat 24/5

00:30-08:55

1 stop34h 25m

$633

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Deals found on 26/3

Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Perth

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne Airport to Perth

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Perth (average of $298). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Perth in December is currently the most expensive (average of $409). 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 PER?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Perth. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 27 March 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Melbourne Airport to Perth in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 26% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Perth. Price data was last updated on 23 March 2025.

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

Rainfall in Perth by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Perth ranges from 0.0 - 170.0 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 170.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Perth when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Perth by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Perth, 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 24.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 12.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Perth

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Perth. 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 Perth. Reviews last updated 27 March 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne to Perth, such as Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia and Qatar Airways. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
811 reviews
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Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.9

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Tin,Feb 2025

LAX - MEL

The passengers had to wait in lines more than 40 minutes for boarding. The foods was okay to eat if you were hungry to dead . Thank you
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
811 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
811 reviews
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Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.9

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Tin,Feb 2025

LAX - MEL

The passengers had to wait in lines more than 40 minutes for boarding. The foods was okay to eat if you were hungry to dead . Thank you
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
395 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
811 reviews
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Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.9

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Tin,Feb 2025

LAX - MEL

The passengers had to wait in lines more than 40 minutes for boarding. The foods was okay to eat if you were hungry to dead . Thank you
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,538 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
811 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.9

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Tin,Feb 2025

LAX - MEL

The passengers had to wait in lines more than 40 minutes for boarding. The foods was okay to eat if you were hungry to dead . Thank you
South African
7.3
Good
30 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
811 reviews
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Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.9

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Tin,Feb 2025

LAX - MEL

The passengers had to wait in lines more than 40 minutes for boarding. The foods was okay to eat if you were hungry to dead . Thank you
Jetstar
6.6
Okay
433 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
811 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.9

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Tin,Feb 2025

LAX - MEL

The passengers had to wait in lines more than 40 minutes for boarding. The foods was okay to eat if you were hungry to dead . Thank you

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from Melbourne to Perth, you will be flying into Perth. Perth (PER) is just 10.2 km from the centre vof the city. Perth is the only Perth airport and it handles 27 inbound flights from Melbourne per day. 4 airlines have flights to Perth from Melbourne on a regular basis.

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

    Flying on Jetstar is currently your cheapest option to Perth, with prices starting at $377. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Virgin Australia and Qatar Airways, with the lowest prices starting at $390 and $587, respectively. Jetstar is priced at 25% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    $198 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Virgin Australia. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Jetstar and South African, with prices starting from $260 and $492, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne Airport to Perth?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Melbourne Airport to Perth consider choosing United Airlines(92%), Air India(88%) or Qatar Airways(82%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to Perth?

    While on average a flight from Melbourne Airport to Perth is generally $1,308, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $190. When looking at the most popular route, (Melbourne - Perth), you can expect to pay $368 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Perth 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 Perth?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Perth (average of $298). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Perth in December is currently the most expensive (average of $409). 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 4 airlines flying from Melbourne to Perth

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Perth. 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 27 March 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
RexCheapest$163Average$342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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JetstarCheapest$270Average$479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$325Average$591FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$507Average$846FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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