How to find cheap flights from Melbourne to France
Book a return flight from Melbourne to France starting at $1,070, the cheapest price currently available.
That fare takes you from Melbourne into Paris Orly in Paris.
$635 is the lowest price available for a one-way ticket.
Flexible about where you fly into? Enter 'France' in the 'To' field to compare fares to different cities.
France has around 40 international airports, so you can choose from plenty of arrival options.
Choose 'Add nearby airports' to broaden your search and compare prices across all airports close to both your departure and destination cities.
The earlier you book, the better. Fares are more likely to go up as your trip gets closer, not the other way around.
Get notified when prices change by setting up a Price Alert. Download the Skyscanner app to have updates sent straight to your phone.
Best time to fly from Melbourne to France
Catch a flight from Melbourne to France in October and you'll be travelling at one of the most affordable times of the year.
Tuesdays and Wednesdays are often the most affordable days to travel in general, with fares coming in lower during midweek when it's quieter.
June, July and August mark the height of the travel season in France, with July the most popular of the three. Go then for a buzzing atmosphere and plenty to do.
Alternatively, avoid the busiest travel periods by searching for flights in January, February and March. Out of these low season months, March is the quietest.
Popular places to visit in France
Paris
Located in Île-de-France, this city is a top destination for Melbourne to France flights. Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Musee d'Orsay are essential stops for first-time visitors.
Paris's major airports are Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY) and Paris Beauvais Airport (BVA). You'll find plenty of flight deals across all three.
Ready to find your perfect base? Browse the lineup of hotels in Paris.
Nice
Prom. Des Anglais, Plage de Nice and old nice are among the first things worth making time for in this Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur city.
The bulk of flights arrive through Nice Airport (NCE), the city's main airport.
After locking in your airfare, you can begin searching for the right stay among the hotels in Nice.
Lyon
Major sights to tick off while you're in this part of Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes include Fête Des Lumières, Vieux Lyon and Cite Internationale de la Gastronomie de Lyon.
Lyon Airport (LYS) is the city's main airport, with routes connecting it to popular destinations across the region and beyond.
From mini breaks to longer stays, hotels in Lyon cater to all kinds of budgets and styles.
Visiting France for the first time? Here's what you need to know
Make sure you know the entry rules well before departure day. Rules can change depending on your reason for travel and your passport. Always check with reliable sources like your travel agent, airline or the local embassy.
You'll be using the euro (EUR) for all your spending. Credit and debit cards are accepted in the vast majority of places.
The population of France is roughly 67 million. Paris is the capital.
You won't have to adjust your watch while travelling around this destination, with only one standard time zone of UTC+1 in place.
For a warmer trip to France, consider travelling in August.
Plan your trip for sometime around January if you'd rather be there when it's cooler.
Rain is more frequent in January, while July is usually drier.
Some of the biggest events on the local calendar include Bastille Day, the Tour de France cycling race and Nice Carnival. Time your Melbourne to France flight around occasions like these for an experience that goes beyond sightseeing.
Complete your trip with hotels and a car rental
A cheap flight from Melbourne to France gets you there. The next move is booking your stay. Discover competitive prices and exclusive rates for hotels in France. For the freedom to explore at your own pace, also browse the range of car rental options in France.