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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Philadelphia from $877

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 2/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — PHL
27 Jan — 3 Feb1
1 adult

The best prices from Melbourne to Philadelphia are usually found in February or May, booked 61 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Sunday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Philadelphia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) to Philadelphia (PHL). 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 22 January 2025.

Round-trip from

$2,314

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December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$3,440
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  • 6 total stops
  • 67h 06m total
  • Melbourne to Philadelphia
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Philadelphia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Philadelphia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 January 2025.

Thu 6/308:00MEL - PHL
3 stops30h 36mMultiple Airlines
Thu 27/309:00PHL - MEL
3 stops36h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/1$2,314
Mon 17/307:20MEL - PHL
2 stops39h 20mJapan Airlines
Mon 31/306:26PHL - MEL
2 stops33h 09mJapan Airlines
Deal found 21/1$2,422
Mon 17/312:00MEL - PHL
1 stop23h 01mAmerican Airlines
Mon 31/313:56PHL - MEL
1 stop25h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 21/1$2,517
Thu 6/313:45MEL - PHL
2 stops25h 54mFiji Airways
Thu 27/318:49PHL - MEL
2 stops26h 56mFiji Airways
Deal found 21/1$2,643
Tue 8/415:15MEL - PHL
1 stop31h 45mQatar Airways
Tue 29/420:50PHL - MEL
1 stop36h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 21/1$2,866
Thu 15/510:55MEL - PHL
3 stops27h 49mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/612:25PHL - MEL
2 stops29h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 22/1$3,266
Thu 15/509:40MEL - PHL
1 stop34h 54mQantas Airways
Thu 12/617:23PHL - MEL
1 stop23h 17mQantas Airways
Deal found 22/1$3,269
Wed 5/303:25MEL - PHL
3 stops57h 55mEmirates
Thu 27/312:41PHL - MEL
2 stops43h 39mEmirates
Deal found 21/1$3,680
Thu 30/100:45MEL - PHL
2 stops35h 34mCathay Pacific
Sun 2/310:50PHL - MEL
2 stops33h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 21/1$3,750

Find flights from Melbourne to Philadelphia within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Philadelphia 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 22 January 2025.

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MelbournePhiladelphia

MEL - PHL

MELPHL

Melbourne

Thu 6/3

08:00-22:36

3 stops30h 36m

Philadelphia

Thu 27/3

09:00-12:30

3 stops36h 30m

$2,314

MelbournePhiladelphia

MEL - PHL

MELPHL

Melbourne

Mon 17/3

07:20-07:40

2 stops39h 20m

Philadelphia

Mon 31/3

06:26-06:35

2 stops33h 09m

$2,422

MelbournePhiladelphia

MEL - PHL

MELPHL

Melbourne

Mon 17/3

12:00-20:01

1 stop23h 01m

Philadelphia

Mon 31/3

13:56-06:40

1 stop25h 44m

$2,517

MelbournePhiladelphia

MEL - PHL

MELPHL

Melbourne

Thu 6/3

13:45-23:39

2 stops25h 54m

Philadelphia

Thu 27/3

18:49-12:45

2 stops26h 56m

$2,643

MelbournePhiladelphia

MEL - PHL

MELPHL

Melbourne

Tue 8/4

15:15-09:00

1 stop31h 45m

Philadelphia

Tue 29/4

20:50-23:30

1 stop36h 40m

$2,866

MelbournePhiladelphia

MEL - PHL

MELPHL

Melbourne

Thu 15/5

10:55-00:44

3 stops27h 49m

Philadelphia

Thu 12/6

12:25-08:15

2 stops29h 50m

$3,266

MelbournePhiladelphia

MEL - PHL

MELPHL

Melbourne

Thu 15/5

09:40-06:34

1 stop34h 54m

Philadelphia

Thu 12/6

17:23-06:40

1 stop23h 17m

$3,269

MelbournePhiladelphia

MEL - PHL

MELPHL

Melbourne

Wed 5/3

03:25-21:20

3 stops57h 55m

Philadelphia

Thu 27/3

12:41-23:20

2 stops43h 39m

$3,680

MelbournePhiladelphia

MEL - PHL

MELPHL

Melbourne

Fri 2/5

20:45-14:16

3 stops55h 31m

$877

MelbournePhiladelphia

MEL - PHL

MELPHL

Melbourne

Sun 13/7

07:00-22:49

3 stops29h 49m

$1,822

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Philadelphia

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Travel insights for flights from Melbourne to Philadelphia

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Philadelphia. Price data was last updated on 17 January 2025.

Booking 61 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Melbourne to Philadelphia. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MEL to PHL?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Philadelphia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 22 January 2025.

When flying from Melbourne to Philadelphia, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 19% versus a flight in the evening.

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

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

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

Rainfall in Philadelphia by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Philadelphia ranges from 69.0 - 112.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 112.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Philadelphia when rainfall is around 69.0 mm.

Temperature in Philadelphia by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Philadelphia, 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 26.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 1.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Philadelphia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Philadelphia. 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 Philadelphia. Reviews last updated 22 January 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Japan Airlines, American Airlines and Emirates from Melbourne to Philadelphia have to say. 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
1,447 reviews
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Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,447 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,447 reviews
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Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,358 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,447 reviews
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Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
188 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,447 reviews
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Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
831 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,447 reviews
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Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,754 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,447 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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 Philadelphia. 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 Philadelphia from Melbourne?

    If you book a flight to Philadelphia from Melbourne, you will be flying to Philadelphia, which is the city’s only airport. Philadelphia (PHL) is located 11.2 km from the centre of Philadelphia. There are 0 flights from Melbourne to Philadelphia per day from 4 different airlines.

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

    Flying on Japan Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Philadelphia, with prices starting at $2,422. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and Fiji Airways, with the lowest prices starting at $2,517 and $2,643, respectively. Japan Airlines is currently priced 13% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Philadelphia by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Melbourne to Philadelphia

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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,781Average$2,712FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,875Average$2,733FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,983Average$3,418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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