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Cheapest round-trip
$1,150
Typical prices: $969-$1,275
American Airlines
Tue 2/6Sat 2/10
MEL - AUS • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$596
Typical prices: $605-$855
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3/22
MEL - AUS • 3 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Melbourne Airport and Austin. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Qantas Airways
Most punctual • 86% on-time
Morning
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 20% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Los Angeles (LAX)
Cheapest • Avg $1,114 (round-trip)
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Shortest trip • 20h 01m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Austin (MEL-AUS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Melbourne to Austin

Sat, Feb 6 - Wed, Feb 10
American Airlines Logo
10:45 pm - 2:14 pmMEL  Melbourne-AUS Austin Bergstrom
32h 29m2 stops Los Angeles Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
5:44 pm - 5:00 amAUS  Austin Bergstrom-MEL Melbourne
42h 16m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$1,150American Airlines
Wed, Mar 24 - Sun, Apr 4
Delta Logo
9:10 am - 10:05 pmMEL  Melbourne-AUS Austin Bergstrom
28h 55m2 stops Los Angeles Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
7:25 pm - 7:50 amAUS  Austin Bergstrom-MEL Melbourne
45h 25m2 stops Salt Lake City Los Angeles
$1,152Delta
Sat, Feb 6 - Wed, Feb 10
American Airlines Logo
10:45 pm - 2:14 pmMEL  Melbourne-AUS Austin Bergstrom
32h 29m2 stops Los Angeles Dallas/Fort Worth
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5:44 pm - 5:00 amAUS  Austin Bergstrom-MEL Melbourne
42h 16m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$1,155American Airlines
Wed, Mar 24 - Sun, Apr 4
United Airlines Logo
11:45 am - 6:02 pmMEL  Melbourne-AUS Austin Bergstrom
22h 17m1 stop San Francisco
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3:12 pm - 8:15 amAUS  Austin Bergstrom-MEL Melbourne
26h 03m1 stop San Francisco
$1,157United Airlines
Sat, Feb 6 - Wed, Feb 10
American Airlines Logo
10:45 pm - 2:14 pmMEL  Melbourne-AUS Austin Bergstrom
32h 29m2 stops Los Angeles Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
5:44 pm - 5:00 amAUS  Austin Bergstrom-MEL Melbourne
42h 16m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$1,162American Airlines
Sat, Feb 6 - Wed, Feb 10
American Airlines Logo
10:45 pm - 2:14 pmMEL  Melbourne-AUS Austin Bergstrom
32h 29m2 stops Los Angeles Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
5:44 pm - 5:00 amAUS  Austin Bergstrom-MEL Melbourne
42h 16m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$1,167American Airlines
Thu, Mar 25 - Thu, Apr 1
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:00 pm - 8:07 pmMEL  Melbourne-AUS Austin Bergstrom
24h 07m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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2:44 pm - 6:45 amAUS  Austin Bergstrom-MEL Melbourne
24h 01m1 stop Los Angeles
$1,191Multiple Airlines
Sat, Feb 6 - Wed, Feb 10
American Airlines Logo
11:00 am - 3:05 pmMEL  Melbourne-AUS Austin Bergstrom
21h 05m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
6:29 am - 12:40 pmAUS  Austin Bergstrom-MEL Melbourne
37h 11m2 stops Los Angeles Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,200American Airlines
Thu, Mar 25 - Thu, Apr 1
Delta Logo
9:10 am - 11:46 pmMEL  Melbourne-AUS Austin Bergstrom
30h 36m1 stop Los Angeles
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6:15 pm - 8:50 amAUS  Austin Bergstrom-MEL Melbourne
46h 35m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Los Angeles
$1,204Delta
Sat, Feb 6 - Wed, Feb 10
American Airlines Logo
11:00 am - 3:05 pmMEL  Melbourne-AUS Austin Bergstrom
21h 05m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
6:29 am - 12:40 pmAUS  Austin Bergstrom-MEL Melbourne
37h 11m2 stops Los Angeles Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,205American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Melbourne Airport to Austin flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Melbourne Airport to Austin typically range from $969 to $1,275. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,150, on American Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne Airport to Austin. It’s 15% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 8% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Austin?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Austin at $889 round-trip.
•December ($1,242) and August ($1,219) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 39% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Melbourne Airport to Austin flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$596
Beat the crowds with an average 47% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 63% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Melbourne Airport to Austin

When to book flights from Melbourne to Austin

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

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class

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

    A nonstop flight from Melbourne Airport to Austin takes about 00m, covering 8,876 miles.

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

    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 much should I expect to pay for a Melbourne Airport to Austin flight?

    Round-trip flights from Melbourne Airport to Austin range from $969 to $1,275, with an average of $1,113 over the past 12 months. Anything below $969 counts as a good deal.

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

    One-way fares from Melbourne Airport to Austin are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $753, which is 10% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Austin Bergstrom Airport (AUS)?

    Austin Bergstrom Airport (AUS) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $57 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Europcar
    • Hertz
    • Fox
    • Thrifty
    • Dollar

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

    Flights from Melbourne Airport to Austin usually depart from Melbourne (MEL) and arrive at Austin Bergstrom (AUS).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Melbourne Airport to Austin?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Melbourne Airport to Austin?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Melbourne Airport to Austin route, 17% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1h 20m.

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

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

    • San Francisco (SFO) - 56% of one-stop connections
    • Los Angeles (LAX) - 28% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 15% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 22% on flights from Melbourne Airport to Austin. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $949 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $1,208, a difference of $259.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

    Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 20h 01m, compared with 21h 53m via Los Angeles (LAX) and 22h 05m via San Francisco (SFO).

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

    Austin is 17 hours behind Melbourne Airport (Central Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Austin?

    Some of the most popular sights in Austin are Sixth Street, University of Texas at Austin and ACL Live at The Moody Theater. These are among the most viewed places in Austin on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Melbourne Airport to Austin flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Friday flights average $949, about $259 less than Tuesday fares (21% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Melbourne Airport to Austin trip for January. Fares historically average $889 round-trip in that month - typically $353 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Qantas Airways. Over the past three months, 86% of Qantas Airways flights from Melbourne Airport to Austin arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 83%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 1h 20m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Austin Bergstrom Airport.

    • Hyatt Place Austin Airport
    • Microtel Inn and Suites by Wyndham Austin Airport
    • Hilton Austin Airport

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