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Cheapest round-trip
$1,190
Typical prices: $1,329-$1,848
Finnair
Sun 2/18Sun 3/4
EDI - MEL • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$504
Typical prices: $808-$1,225
Multiple Airlines
Mon 10/29
EDI - MEL • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Edinburgh and Melbourne Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
12 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 12 weeks in advance save around 23% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
May
Cheapest • 11% price drop
February
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Dubai Intl (DXB)
Cheapest • Avg $1,564 (round-trip)
Doha Hamad Intl (DOH)
Shortest trip • 23h 39m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Edinburgh to Melbourne (EDI-MEL)

 
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Edinburgh to Melbourne

Thu, Feb 18 - Thu, Mar 4
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8:10 am - 7:20 amEDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-MEL Melbourne
36h 10m2 stops Helsinki-Vantaa Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
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3:30 pm - 5:50 pmMEL  Melbourne-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
37h 20m2 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Helsinki-Vantaa
$1,190Finnair
Mon, Mar 8 - Mon, Mar 15
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10:25 am - 7:20 amEDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-MEL Melbourne
33h 55m2 stops Helsinki-Vantaa Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
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3:30 pm - 5:50 pmMEL  Melbourne-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
37h 20m2 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Helsinki-Vantaa
$1,191Finnair
Thu, Feb 18 - Thu, Mar 4
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8:10 am - 7:20 amEDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-MEL Melbourne
36h 10m2 stops Helsinki-Vantaa Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
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3:30 pm - 5:50 pmMEL  Melbourne-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
37h 20m2 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Helsinki-Vantaa
$1,192Finnair
Tue, Feb 9 - Wed, Feb 24
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4:15 pm - 6:40 amEDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-MEL Melbourne
27h 25m2 stops London Heathrow Kuala Lumpur Intl
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4:35 pm - 9:40 amMEL  Melbourne-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
28h 05m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl London Heathrow
$1,245British Airways
Sat, Feb 13 - Thu, Feb 25
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6:05 pm - 10:20 amEDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-MEL Melbourne
29h 15m3 stops London Heathrow Singapore Changi Sydney Kingsford Smith
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4:35 pm - 9:00 amMEL  Melbourne-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
27h 25m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl London Heathrow
$1,302British Airways
Sat, Feb 13 - Thu, Feb 25
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2:05 pm - 6:40 amEDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-MEL Melbourne
29h 35m2 stops London Heathrow Kuala Lumpur Intl
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4:35 pm - 10:25 amMEL  Melbourne-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
28h 50m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl London Heathrow
$1,316British Airways
Fri, Feb 12 - Thu, Feb 25
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2:50 pm - 10:15 amEDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-MEL Melbourne
32h 25m2 stops London Heathrow Singapore Changi
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4:35 pm - 9:00 amMEL  Melbourne-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
27h 25m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl London Heathrow
$1,338British Airways
Thu, Feb 18 - Thu, Mar 4
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2:05 pm - 11:20 pmEDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-MEL Melbourne
22h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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4:35 pm - 9:00 amMEL  Melbourne-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
27h 25m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl London Heathrow
$1,344British Airways
Tue, Oct 20 - Fri, Oct 23
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1:30 pm - 10:00 amEDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-MEL Melbourne
34h 30m2 stops London Gatwick Shanghai Pu Dong
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12:00 pm - 9:50 amMEL  Melbourne-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
31h 50m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong London Gatwick
$1,345Multiple Airlines
Tue, Feb 9 - Fri, Feb 26
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6:15 pm - 7:15 amEDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-MEL Melbourne
26h 00m2 stops London Heathrow Kuala Lumpur Intl
Malaysia Airlines Logo
12:30 am - 8:15 pmMEL  Melbourne-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
30h 45m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl London Heathrow
$1,350Malaysia Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Edinburgh to Melbourne Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Edinburgh to Melbourne Airport with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Edinburgh to Melbourne Airport?

Round-trip flights from Edinburgh to Melbourne Airport start at $1,190. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $1,329 to $1,848. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,190 on Finnair.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Edinburgh to Melbourne Airport?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Edinburgh to Melbourne Airport, it is 10% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 9% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Melbourne Airport?

  • May is the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Melbourne Airport at $1,329 round-trip.
  • December ($1,993) and October ($1,896) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 49% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Edinburgh to Melbourne Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Edinburgh to Melbourne Airport are cheapest 12 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 23% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Edinburgh to Melbourne Airport flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$504
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 14% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 10% lower on average.
Flight from Edinburgh to Melbourne Airport

When to book flights from Edinburgh to Melbourne

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Edinburgh to Melbourne based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Edinburgh to Melbourne Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airlines have in-flight connectivity?

    Since these flights are longer than most, staying connected to the internet is valuable to most passengers, for personal or business reasons. Check out fights with Qatar Airways via Doha Hamad, which include Wi-Fi throughout the journey. British Airways flights via Doha are another popular choice with in-flight Wi-Fi the whole flight.

  • What is the baggage policy on Air France flights?

    The standard ticket price on these flights is for Economy Light tickets, which only include one carry-on item. The Standard ticket price is slightly more and includes checked luggage and carry-on baggage for less than adding luggage to the Light ticket. If you choose the Flex option, you also get a refundable ticket and seat selection.

  • What are some of the most common routes available from Edinburgh to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) (MEL)?

    If you're looking for the quickest flights, British Airways and Qatar Airways flights through Doha Hamad International is the most common route. Another popular choice is flights with KLM. These routes travel via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS), Singapore Changi (SIN), and Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai Airport (DPS).

  • Which airlines have the most eco-friendly options?

    Several airlines offer reduced-Co2 flights to offset your carbon footprint on these routes. KLM has one of the best options with stopover flights via Amsterdam, Singapore, and Bali which have 58% fewer Co2 emissions than average flights. SAS and Thai Airways have flights via Stockholm and Bangkok with 58% less Co2.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Edinburgh to Melbourne Airport?

    Flights from Edinburgh to Melbourne Airport usually depart from Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) and arrive at Melbourne (MEL).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Edinburgh to Melbourne Airport?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Edinburgh to Melbourne Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Edinburgh to Melbourne Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Edinburgh to Melbourne Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 70% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) - 29% of one-stop connections
    • Helsinki-Vantaa (HEL) - 0% of one-stop connections

    Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Edinburgh to Melbourne Airport?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 18% on the Edinburgh to Melbourne Airport route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,350 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,636, a difference of $286. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Melbourne Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Melbourne Airport are Melbourne Cricket Ground, Marvel Stadium and Crown Casino. These are among the most viewed places in Melbourne Airport on KAYAK.

  • How expensive are last-minute Edinburgh to Melbourne Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 16% above the route average of $1,493. Book 12 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Edinburgh to Melbourne Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Edinburgh to Melbourne Airport takes 0h 00m, covering 10,496 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Edinburgh to Melbourne Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How are flight prices from Edinburgh to Melbourne Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Edinburgh to Melbourne Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $788, which is 16% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Edinburgh to Melbourne Airport?

    Flying via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 23h 39m, compared with 23h 42m via Dubai Intl (DXB) and 26h 14m via Helsinki-Vantaa (HEL).

  • What is the time difference between Edinburgh and Melbourne Airport?

    Melbourne Airport is 9 hours ahead of Edinburgh (Eastern Australia Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Melbourne Airport (MEL)?

    Melbourne Airport (MEL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $13 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Bargain Car Rentals
    · East Coast Car Rentals
    · EverythingFleet
    · Ace Rental Cars
    · Alpha

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Edinburgh to Melbourne Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Edinburgh to Melbourne Airport range from $1,329 to $1,848, with an average of $1,493 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,329 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Edinburgh to Melbourne Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $1,350 - about $286 less than Saturday (17% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 12 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 23% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Edinburgh to Melbourne Airport trip for May. Fares historically average $1,329 round-trip in that month - typically $664 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Melbourne Airport.
    - Holiday Inn Melbourne Airport By IHG
  • To get from Edinburgh city centre to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport (EDI), you have a few options. The most convenient way is to take a taxi or use a ride-hailing service for a direct and hassle-free journey. Alternatively, you can also use the Airlink bus service, which offers frequent connections between the city centre and the airport, with multiple stops along the way.
  • Those of you travelling on a budget and looking at self-transfer flights, make sure your flights don't have an airport change. Flights like easyJet and China Eastern offer flights via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) and Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG). Ensure you have plenty of time at the stopover to collect your luggage and check-in. Make time for potential delays as well.
  • If you're travelling with more luggage, consider booking flights with major airlines like Qatar Airways and British Airways, which both include a generous baggage allowance included in the ticket price. British Airways and Qatar Airways both offer single-stopover flights via Doha Hamad International (DOH) and include 8 kg of cabin bags and 23 kg of checked baggage.
  • If you're flying with Turkish Airlines, double-check the baggage allowance on each flight. Turkish Airlines offers three different Economy options with different allowances. Flights with multiple stopovers typically only include cabin bags, while single-stopover flights with a stopover at Istanbul Airport (IST) allow carry-on bags and checked luggage. Eco Flexible has both luggage options, while EcoFly tickets only include carry-on.
  • Those who want to travel in the lap of luxury can look at booking Business Class tickets with major airlines. Business Class Cabins are offered through airlines like Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, and British Airways. Qatar Airways is the only airline offering Business Class with single-stopover flights via Doha. Britsh Airways and Turkish Airlines both offer Business Class flights with two stopovers en route.

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