Cheap Flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Tokyo (NRT)

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Melbourne Tullamarine to Tokyo Narita? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, to help you find the lowest one in seconds. Check out the Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport flight prices forecast over the next 12 months.
Cheapest month:May
Most expensive month:January

Direct flights from Melbourne Tullamarine to Tokyo Narita

Melbourne Tullamarine to Tokyo Narita: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Melbourne Tullamarine to Tokyo below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Tokyo Narita.

Melbourne to Tokyo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$591
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time10 hrs, 9 mins
Most popular airlineLATAM Airlines
Average flights per week47

Finding cheap flights from Melbourne Tullamarine to Tokyo Narita: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Melbourne Tullamarine to Tokyo Narita is $591. 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.
10 hours and 9 minutes is the average flight time from Melbourne Tullamarine to Tokyo Narita.
LATAM Airlines, Qantas and Fiji Airways fly direct from Melbourne Tullamarine to Tokyo Narita.
As of June 2025, there are 47 flights per week flying from Melbourne Tullamarine to Tokyo Narita.
The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine to Tokyo Narita is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport on Sunday, 3 May 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 9 minutes.
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 Tokyo Narita 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.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Tokyo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Cebu Pacific and Japan Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Tokyo Narita.

Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Narita International Airport (NRT): what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Narita International Airport is 10 hours 15 minutes.

  • Tokyo is two hours behind Melbourne and follows the UTC+9 timezone.

  • Choose from 34 weekly Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Narita International Airport flights. The 00:45 departure with JAL is the earliest flight you can take. Qantas operates the last service of the day at 10:25.

  • Give yourself enough time to make your MEL to NRT flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Travelling during a peak month like January? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Jetting into Tokyo (and then discovering more of Japan!) is a breeze with JAL. This popular airline has direct flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Narita International Airport.

  • The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is JAL.

  • Qantas is the most punctual carrier operating MEL to NRT flights, with 67.21% of its services arriving on schedule.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Narita International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between MEL and NRT:

    • Brisbane Airport

    • Cairns Airport

    • Hong Kong International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Narita International Airport (NRT)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Narita International Airport flight is $326. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $591. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.

  • Score cheap tickets from MEL to NRT by booking five months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.

  • April is the cheapest month for flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Narita International Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.

  • You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from MEL to NRT.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Narita International Airport.

Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • Of all flights departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% arrive on time at their destination.

  • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • You can expect a journey time of roughly 40 minutes when using public transport.

  • Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near MEL. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Narita International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:

Arriving at Narita International Airport (NRT)

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Narita International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near NRT instead:

  • Begin your adventure by picking up a Narita International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Airport Car Hire, JDM Rent a car or Miki Car Hire and experience the lesser-explored corners of Tokyo and beyond.

  • Reserving your vehicle from Narita International Airport around four weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.

Getting from Narita International Airport (NRT) to central Tokyo

  • NRT is located at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.

  • Narita International Airport to central Tokyo has a drive time of around 1 hour. It's approximately 64 kilometres away.

When to fly to Narita International Airport (NRT)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Narita International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Tokyo in April.

  • When reserving your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Narita International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Tokyo, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MEL to NRT in February. Temperatures average between 15ºC (59ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) then.

Explore more of Japan

  • Yokohama is just one of the many cities in Japan waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Tokyo. Around 31 kilometres away to the south-west, check out popular attractions including Teishoin, Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji.

  • If there's time to check out another side of Japan, head for Osaka, roughly 402 kilometres west of Tokyo. Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan are key reasons to visit.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.