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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from London to Melbourne? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,406. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Melbourne.$1,059 per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Feb, returning Tue, 16 Mar.Return flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 23 Feb, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 16 Mar, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,059, select.

Melbourne.$1,063 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Nov, returning Sun, 29 Nov.Return flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from London Gatwick on Mon, 9 Nov, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 29 Nov, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,063, select.

Melbourne.$1,064 per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Nov, returning Sat, 27 Feb.Return flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from London Gatwick on Thu, 19 Nov, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 27 Feb, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,064, select.

Melbourne.$1,067 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Nov, returning Tue, 1 Dec.Return flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 17 Nov, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,067, select.

Melbourne.$1,068 per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Dec, returning Sat, 23 Jan.Return flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from London Gatwick on Sun, 6 Dec, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 23 Jan, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,068, select.

Melbourne.$1,068 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 Oct, returning Sun, 22 Nov.Return flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from London Gatwick on Wed, 28 Oct, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 22 Nov, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,068, select.

Melbourne.$1,072 per passenger.Departing Mon, 21 Sep, returning Sat, 10 Oct.Return flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from London Gatwick on Mon, 21 Sep, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 10 Oct, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,072, select.

Melbourne.$1,072 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Dec, returning Tue, 23 Feb.Return flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from London Gatwick on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 23 Feb, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,072, select.

Melbourne.$1,072 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Mar, returning Mon, 15 Mar.Return flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from London Gatwick on Mon, 1 Mar, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 15 Mar, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,072, select.

Melbourne.$1,072 per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Feb, returning Sun, 28 Feb.Return flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from London Gatwick on Mon, 22 Feb, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 28 Feb, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,072, select.

Melbourne.$1,075 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec, returning Tue, 2 Mar.Return flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 2 Mar, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,075, select.

Melbourne.$1,075 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Nov, returning Tue, 12 Jan.Return flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from London Gatwick on Wed, 25 Nov, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 12 Jan, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,075, select.

Melbourne.$1,079 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 Oct, returning Thu, 3 Dec.Return flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from London Gatwick on Wed, 28 Oct, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Thu, 3 Dec, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,079, select.

Melbourne.$1,169 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Sep, returning Sun, 6 Sep.Return flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Fri, 4 Sep, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 6 Sep, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,169, select.

Melbourne.$1,178 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Aug, returning Sun, 20 Sep.Return flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 20 Sep, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,178, select.

Melbourne.$1,183 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Sep, returning Fri, 6 Nov.Return flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from London Gatwick on Wed, 2 Sep, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 6 Nov, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,183, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from London to Melbourne

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London to Melbourne: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$1,059
Cheapest month to fly	February

Finding cheap flights from London to Melbourne: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Melbourne?

There are 3 airports in Melbourne: Melbourne Essendon, Melbourne Tullamarine and Melbourne Avalon.

How much are return flights from London to Melbourne?

The best price we found for a return flight from London to Melbourne is $1,059. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Which airlines fly direct from London to Melbourne?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from London to Melbourne. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,059.

How many flights are there a week from London to Melbourne?

As of July 2026, there are no flights flying from London to Melbourne.

When is the cheapest time to fly from London to Melbourne?

The cheapest month to fly from London to Melbourne is usually February.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Melbourne?

If you're flying from London, the cheapest airport near Melbourne is Melbourne Tullamarine – which is 18.8 km away from the centre of Melbourne. We've found flights into this airport from $1,059.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from London to Melbourne on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from London to Melbourne on Tuesday, 23 February 2027.

Can I get a direct flight from London to Melbourne?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between London and Melbourne. Most routes have one or more stops.

How can I get the best flight deal from London to Melbourne?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Melbourne but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Melbourne?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Melbourne is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

What’s the weather like in Melbourne?

In July, the average temperature is usually around 8°C. February is typically the warmest month in Melbourne, when it usually averages around 26°C. You can expect the least rain in March. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 5°C. The rainiest month is September.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from London to Melbourne with?

The cheapest airline that flies to Melbourne is AirAsia X .

Travelling from London to Melbourne: what you need to know

You can take your pick of a number of airports when organising your flight from London to Melbourne. Explore your options for departing London from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or London Stansted Airport (STN). London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) also service London.
Come in for landing at Melbourne's primary gateway, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).
The timezone in Melbourne is UTC+11, which is 11 hours ahead of London.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your London to Melbourne flight.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.

How to find the cheapest flights from London to Melbourne

To pick up cheap London to Melbourne flights, book as early as possible. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your plane ticket from London to Melbourne.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as a better deal comes up on cheap flights from London to Melbourne.
Save money on your London to Melbourne flight with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Flying from London

London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper London to Melbourne flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from London Heathrow Airport. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
- Dubai Airport (DXB)
- Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
- Hamad International Airport (DOH)
LHR is around 26 kilometres from central London. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 25 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from London to Melbourne or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
When it comes to London Heathrow Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

Break up your London to Melbourne flight with a stop so you can recharge or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Popular stopovers between London Gatwick Airport and Melbourne include:
- Dubai Airport (DXB)
- Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
- Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Using public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in around 45 minutes. The terminal is roughly 40 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your flight from London to Melbourne? Kick back in a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your break officially starts. Consider one of these stays:
The majority of flights that leave London Gatwick Airport get to their destination on schedule. It maintains a high on-time performance rate of 83%.

London Stansted Airport (STN)

Whether just for a couple of hours or several days, a stopover can make your journey feel a little more stress-free. When jetting out of London Stansted Airport (STN), you can book a ticket from London to Melbourne with a stop at Dubai Airport (DXB).
From the centre of London, STN is around 48 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to get there by car and 45 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
Make catching an early London to Melbourne flight the easiest part of your trip. Stay at one of these accommodation options close to London Stansted Airport and get to your gate with plenty of time to spare:
With 80% of its departing flights arriving as planned, STN is a reliable starting point for any trip.

Arriving in Melbourne

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is approximately 19 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 25 minutes.
It typically takes 35 minutes to get there on public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from London to Melbourne, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near MEL:
Grab a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car and explore Melbourne and beyond with your own wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast and Sixt are top outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport about four weeks before your travel date.

Melbourne Avalon Airport (AVV)

The centre of Melbourne is around 48 kilometres from Melbourne Avalon Airport (AVV). As soon as your flight from London to Melbourne has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 1 hour 5 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 1 hour 20 minutes or so.
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Melbourne Avalon Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Sixt, Kangaroo Home or yesaway car rental and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Snap up a deal by securing your ride from AVV three weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.

Melbourne Essendon Airport (MEB)

Melbourne Essendon Airport (MEB) is about 11 kilometres from central Melbourne. It'll take you about 20 minutes to reach the city centre by taxi or ride-share once you've hopped off your flight from London to Melbourne.
The journey takes about 55 minutes by public transport.
Put yourself in the driver's seat of the next part of your trip by picking up a Melbourne Essendon Airport rental car. East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar make getting on the road smooth sailing.
If you prefer a certain make or model, booking early gives you a better shot at getting your first choice. Secure your ride from MEB a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from London to Melbourne.

Best time to go to Melbourne

March is the quietest month for flights from London to Melbourne, while December is the busiest. Work out the ideal time to go to Melbourne based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book a London to Melbourne ticket departing in January if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Melbourne to range from 11ºC (52ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 3ºC (37ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Search for cheap flights from London to Melbourne around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

More about Melbourne

Once you've booked your flight from London to Melbourne, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Melbourne:
Melbourne's Gardens and Melbourne Park are just the start of the popular attractions to put on your Melbourne to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Arts Centre Melbourne.

Explore more of Australia

You've done Melbourne, now it's time to explore other parts of Australia. Travel about 467 kilometres northeast to Canberra to check off its leading sights. From National Gallery of Australia to National Portrait Gallery and Museum of Australian Democracy, your itinerary will be busy.
If you want to check out another side of Australia, consider Geelong, roughly 64 kilometres southwest of Melbourne. Wathaurong Booln Booln Cultural Centre, Eastern Beach Promenade and Eastern Beach are among the biggest draws.