Cheap Flights from Melbourne (MELA) to London (LHR)

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Flight deals from Melbourne to London Heathrow

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Melbourne to London Heathrow Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,239. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

London.$1,236 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Oct, returning Sat, 14 Nov.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 14 Oct, arriving in London Heathrow.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Sat, 14 Nov, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,236, select.

London.$1,236 per passenger.Departing Sat, 14 Nov, returning Thu, 26 Nov.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 14 Nov, arriving in London Heathrow.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Thu, 26 Nov, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,236, select.

London.$1,238 per passenger.Departing Sat, 3 Oct, returning Thu, 29 Oct.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 3 Oct, arriving in London Heathrow.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Thu, 29 Oct, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,238, select.

London.$1,239 per passenger.Departing Tue, 7 Jul, returning Sun, 8 Nov.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 7 Jul, arriving in London Heathrow.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Sun, 8 Nov, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,239, select.

London.$1,239 per passenger.Departing Sun, 7 Jun, returning Mon, 8 Jun.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 7 Jun, arriving in London Heathrow.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Mon, 8 Jun, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,239, select.

London.$1,239 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Sep, returning Tue, 3 Nov.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in London Heathrow.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,239, select.

London.$1,239 per passenger.Departing Sun, 24 May, returning Tue, 2 Jun.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 24 May, arriving in London Heathrow.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Tue, 2 Jun, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,239, select.

London.$1,241 per passenger.Departing Sat, 18 Jul, returning Sat, 22 Aug.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 18 Jul, arriving in London Heathrow.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Sat, 22 Aug, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,241, select.

London.$1,242 per passenger.Departing Sun, 7 Jun, returning Tue, 10 Nov.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 7 Jun, arriving in London Heathrow.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,242, select.

London.$1,244 per passenger.Departing Wed, 5 Aug, returning Thu, 29 Oct.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 5 Aug, arriving in London Heathrow.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Thu, 29 Oct, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,244, select.

London.$1,246 per passenger.Departing Sun, 24 May, returning Thu, 28 May.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 24 May, arriving in London Heathrow.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Thu, 28 May, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,246, select.

London.$1,250 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Sep, returning Thu, 29 Oct.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in London Heathrow.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Thu, 29 Oct, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,250, select.

London.$1,263 per passenger.Departing Tue, 4 Aug, returning Mon, 24 Aug.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 4 Aug, arriving in London Heathrow.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Mon, 24 Aug, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,263, select.

London.$1,264 per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 Aug, returning Mon, 16 Nov.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 12 Aug, arriving in London Heathrow.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Mon, 16 Nov, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,264, select.

London.$1,277 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Nov, returning Tue, 8 Dec.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in London Heathrow.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Tue, 8 Dec, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,277, select.

London.$1,280 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Mar, returning Tue, 9 Mar.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Thu, 4 Mar, arriving in London Heathrow.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Tue, 9 Mar, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,280, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to London Heathrow

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Melbourne to London Heathrow: Alternative routes

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

Melbourne to London: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	$1,236
Cheapest month to fly	October

Finding cheap flights from Melbourne to London Heathrow: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Melbourne to London Heathrow?

The best price we found for a return flight from Melbourne to London Heathrow is $1,236. 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 Melbourne to London Heathrow?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Melbourne to London Heathrow. But we found flights with one stop from $1,236.

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

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

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

The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to London Heathrow is usually October.

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

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Melbourne to London Heathrow Airport on Wednesday, 14 October 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Melbourne to London Heathrow Airport?

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

How can I find the best flight deal to London Heathrow?

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 London Heathrow 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 London?

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

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

The cheapest airline that flies to London Heathrow is Etihad Airways .

Flying from Melbourne to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): What you need to know

London Heathrow Airport is located in London. The city runs on the UTC+0 timezone and is 11 hours behind Melbourne.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Melbourne to LHR. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Popular months like July or other busy periods mean longer waiting times and potential delays. Stay on schedule by arriving at the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

Airports in Melbourne

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Melbourne to LHR. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these popular options:
- Dubai International Airport (DXB)
- Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
- Perth Airport (PER)
MEL is around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Melbourne to London Heathrow Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these hotels close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
63% of flights that depart Melbourne Tullamarine Airport arrive at their destination on time.

Avalon Airport (AVV)

You can reach AVV from central Melbourne in approximately 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
Getting everyone to the airport on time before your Melbourne to LHR flight is so much easier when you stay near Avalon Airport. If you have an early departure, Corio Bay Motel will have you a quick ride from check-in.
Avalon Airport has an on-time performance rate of 76%. This figure shows how frequently flights that depart from this airport land on time.

About London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

Consider staying in a hotel close to LHR if you have a late flight from Melbourne to London Heathrow Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and get some sleep sooner:
Booking your ride around one week ahead of your Melbourne to London Heathrow Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.

Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London

London Heathrow Airport is around 24 kilometres from central London. It takes around 45 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 25 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

$620 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to London Heathrow Airport. Return flights start from $1,236. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap flights from Melbourne to LHR, book ahead. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
Affordable Melbourne to London Heathrow Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know when a better deal is available on plane tickets from Melbourne to LHR.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Melbourne to London Heathrow Airport.

The best time to fly from Melbourne to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

Think about the kind of holiday you want when deciding your trip dates. January is the quietest month to visit London. July is when most people book flights from Melbourne to London Heathrow Airport (LHR), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
The warmest month in London is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your Melbourne to LHR plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Look for cheap tickets from Melbourne to London Heathrow Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).

More about London

After booking your flight from Melbourne to London Heathrow Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring London:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. The British Museum, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben are attractions you won't want to skip in London.

Explore more of the United Kingdom

You've done London, now it's time to explore more of the United Kingdom. Travel about 257 kilometres northwest to Manchester to tick off its top sights. From Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour to The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in the United Kingdom, consider Birmingham, roughly 153 kilometres northwest of London. Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience are among its highlights.