MEL - LHR

$520 Find Cheap Flights from Melbourne to London

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Melbourne to London departing on 7/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Melbourne to London, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheapest round-trip
$1,095
Typical prices: $1,309-$985
Finnair
Wed 10/28Sat 11/21
MEL - LHR • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$520
Typical prices: $552-$772
Shenzhen Airlines
Tue 7/14
MEL - LHR • 1 stop
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Cheapest • from $1,095 (round-trip)
Best reviews • 7.5 score
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There are currently no direct flights between Melbourne and London. You'll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg $965 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 22h 53m (one-way)
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 6% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 15% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Melbourne to London (MEL-LHR)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Melbourne to London that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Melbourne to London

Wed, Oct 28 - Sat, Nov 21
Finnair Logo
3:35 pm - 9:10 am
MEL
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LHR
28h 35m
2 stops
Finnair Logo
6:10 pm - 7:15 am
LHR
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MEL
26h 05m
2 stops
$1,095Finnair
Mon, Aug 3 - Mon, Aug 17
Air China Logo
7:40 pm - 8:25 pm
MEL
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LHR
33h 45m
1 stop
Air China Logo
8:25 pm - 2:55 pm
LHR
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MEL
33h 30m
1 stop
$1,120Air China
Tue, Nov 3 - Sat, Nov 21
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:45 pm - 4:20 pm
MEL
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LHR
30h 35m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:10 pm - 11:35 pm
LHR
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MEL
39h 25m
2 stops
$1,134Multiple Airlines
Mon, Jul 20 - Mon, Aug 17
Air China Logo
7:40 pm - 5:40 pm
MEL
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LHR
31h 00m
1 stop
Air China Logo
8:25 pm - 2:55 pm
LHR
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MEL
33h 30m
1 stop
$1,145Air China
Mon, Jul 20 - Mon, Aug 17
Air China Logo
7:40 pm - 5:40 pm
MEL
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LHR
31h 00m
1 stop
Air China Logo
8:25 pm - 2:55 pm
LHR
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MEL
33h 30m
1 stop
$1,149Air China
Thu, Oct 8 - Fri, Oct 23
Royal Brunei Airlines Logo
1:30 pm - 6:20 am
MEL
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LHR
26h 50m
2 stops
Royal Brunei Airlines Logo
5:15 pm - 6:30 am
LHR
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MEL
27h 15m
2 stops
$1,150Royal Brunei Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Sat, Nov 28
Etihad Airways Logo
6:20 pm - 6:40 am
MEL
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LHR
23h 20m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
7:20 pm - 5:00 pm
LHR
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MEL
34h 40m
1 stop
$1,155Etihad Airways
Tue, Jul 14 - Fri, Jul 24
Hainan Airlines Logo
7:45 pm - 7:30 pm
MEL
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LHR
32h 45m
1 stop
Hainan Airlines Logo
10:00 pm - 2:05 pm
LHR
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MEL
31h 05m
2 stops
$1,158Hainan Airlines
Mon, Nov 2 - Sun, Nov 15
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:25 am - 7:15 am
MEL
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LHR
30h 50m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:00 pm - 9:30 pm
LHR
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MEL
36h 30m
1 stop
$1,160Multiple Airlines
Tue, Jul 14 - Fri, Jul 24
Hainan Airlines Logo
7:45 pm - 7:30 pm
MEL
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LHR
32h 45m
1 stop
Hainan Airlines Logo
10:00 pm - 2:05 pm
LHR
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MEL
31h 05m
2 stops
$1,164Hainan Airlines
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Melbourne to London flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Melbourne to London to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Melbourne Airport to London Heathrow Airport departing in October.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Melbourne Airport to London Heathrow Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Melbourne Airport to London Heathrow Airport is February, where tickets cost $1,098 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and September, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,599 and $1,424 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Melbourne Airport to London Heathrow Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Melbourne Airport to London Heathrow Airport, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 6% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 19 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flight$520
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 15% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 5% increase in price.
Flight from Melbourne to London

When to book flights from Melbourne to London

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Melbourne to London based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking Melbourne to London flights

  • Are there long-term parking facilities at Melbourne Tullamarine?

    Yes, there are; for the best prices, book online prior to arrival at the airport. You can book the Value Car Park, which offers a budget option for long-term, open-air parking and includes a free shuttle between the car park and the airport (which runs from 04:00-01:00 daily). Other options are Terminal Parking, which is undercover and has direct access to T1, 2 & 3, or Premium Parking, which is the closest parking to the terminals.

  • Is there arrival assistance at London Heathrow?

    London Heathrow is a big and busy airport; to assist anxious passengers, the airport has put together arrival guides for every terminal, so you can know what to expect, where to go and how things will proceed. The airport also has staff who wear a Helping Hand badge; they can help you and provide tips for each area of the airport.

  • Which airlines fly from Avalon Airport (AVV)?

    Only three airlines fly from Melbourne's Avalon Airport: AirAsia, Jetstar and Citilink. Check-in for both domestic and international flights takes place in the same area. For international flights, after check-in, you exit the building and make your way across the open-air forecourt to the international terminal.

  • Do I need a visa to fly from Melbourne into London Heathrow (LHR)?

    No. Conveniently, Australian passport holders will not need to apply for a visa when flying into Heathrow Airport from Melbourne. Tourists and visitors may enjoy up to a six-month stay without applying for a visa; however, working visitors will need to arrange the appropriate documentation before entering the UK.

  • What’s the fastest way to get to central London from Heathrow?

    When you arrive at Heathrow Airport after your flight from Melbourne, you can reach the city centre by hopping onto The Heathrow Express from Terminals 2, 3 and 5 in the airport. It offers fast trains every 15min direct to Paddington Station and costs about £ 22–25 (A$ 42–48) each way. London Heathrow is also connected with the London Underground, you can conveniently hop on the Piccadilly Underground line that stops at Terminals 2–5. Tickets for the underground cost approximately £ 6 (A$ 11–12) per person and it takes 45–60min to reach the centre.If you would prefer a car transfer, conventional cabs can also be found right outside the Arrivals terminals.

  • Is there a flight from Melbourne to Heathrow that offers Wi-Fi?

    All international overnight flights with major airlines offer Wi-Fi during your trip from Melbourne to Heathrow. You will not have access to Wi-Fi on your domestic connecting flight from Sydney to Melbourne, should you opt for that route, but once you are on the major leg of the trip you can access Wi-Fi from airlines such as Qantas, Virgin, ANE, Singapore Airlines and Qatar – ensuring you stay in touch.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Melbourne Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Melbourne Airport to London Heathrow Airport was $520 for a one-way ticket and $1,095 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Melbourne and London?

    A passport is required to fly from Melbourne to London.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Melbourne to London?

    The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Melbourne to London flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Melbourne to London?

    oneworld is the only airline alliance operating flights between Melbourne and London.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Melbourne to London, Qantas Airways or Etihad Airways?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Melbourne to London are Qantas Airways and Etihad Airways. With an average price for the route of $2,208 and an overall rating of 7.5, Qantas Airways is the most popular choice. Etihad Airways is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,415 and an overall rating of 7.3.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Melbourne to London?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Melbourne to London.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Melbourne to London?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to London from Melbourne is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Melbourne to London?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to London with an airline and back to Melbourne with another airline. Booking your flights between Melbourne and LHR can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Melbourne to London?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to London from Melbourne up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Melbourne Airport to London Heathrow Airport

  • If you’re travelling with children and have some time before your flight out of Melbourne Tullamarine (MEL), there is a play area in International Terminal 2, opposite Gate 15B.
  • Melbourne Tullamarine has a Hidden Disability Program. If you are a traveller with a disability that is not immediately apparent, you can contact the airport ahead of time and receive a lanyard to wear, a sensory map and social stories to make procedures easy to follow.
  • To get some cash on arrival at London Heathrow (LHR), there are numerous ATMs and currency exchanges available in Arrivals, on Level 0 and 1 of Terminal 5.
  • If you have an early flight out of Melbourne and need to stay near the airport the night before, there are various airport hotels. For budget travellers, there is ibis budget Melbourne Airport and Ciloms Airport Lodge. For mid-range, Quest Melbourne Airport is within a 10min drive of the airport.
  • Flights from Melbourne to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) are available from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) and Avalon Airport Melbourne (AVV), but for connections with less than two stopovers, you should book your flight with Tullamarine Airport as the origin.
  • Qantas Airways is the only airline offering direct flights from Melbourne to London Heathrow. If you are willing to pay a little more, you can enjoy this direct connection to save time and energy.
  • Regardless of whether you come from the Geelong area or Melbourne centre, with the SkyBus Express City buses you can conveniently travel to Melbourne Tullamarine and Avalon Airport without the hassle of parking. Tickets for the bus cost approximately A$ 20–25 per person.
  • Lay down your head after the long flight from Melbourne to London Heathrow, book in at one of the many airport hotels in London. In Terminal 3, you find the Aerotel in the Arrivals Area, and for a little more luxury you can stay at the Hilton at Terminal 4 or the Sofitel at Terminal 5.
  • The Plaza Premium Lounge inside the International Terminal of Melbourne Tullamarine Airport allows departing passengers of all flight classes to enter. Here you can enjoy a fine-dining restaurant, bar, work areas, and also family-friendly activities.
  • With the T2 Luxury experience at Melbourne Tullamarine, you can spend the time before your flight by shopping tax free at brands like Armani, Furla, and Hugo Boss. And the best thing is you can leave your purchases at the airport and pick them up upon returning.
  • Some flights to London involve a connecting flight from Melbourne to Sydney. Check in online and ensure you are at the airport one hour before take off when flying domestically.
  • Heathrow Airport is the largest of the six London-servicing airports, with the largest selection of amenities and services. Your public transportation choices are more diverse from Heathrow. Budget travellers can take the underground and stop at Piccadilly Circus, King’s Cross St. Pancras or Green Park.
  • Shopping at Heathrow has convenient, stress-free options. You can ‘reserve and collect’ online, book a personal shopper or receive home delivery of shopping. If you prefer go to the shop, in the Terminal 5 you will find the majority of the popular shops.

Reviews of the top airlines flying from Melbourne to London

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Melbourne to London. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Melbourne to London? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.5
Qantas AirwaysOverall score based on 1042 reviews
8.1Crew
7.7Boarding
7.0Food
7.5Comfort
7.2Entertainment
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Great food and good entertainment options for the long flight.

10.0 ExcellentBill, May 2026
SYD - DFW
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Great food and good entertainment options for the long flight.

It seems that qantas are trying hard to regain their status as Australia's premier airline. I only flew economy but happy with the service entertainment, food, configuration everything.

I never flew with alliance. Kayak is a joke and none of the flights or times were correct. Won’t ever use kayak again

I missed my flight due to unforeseen circumstances It was, however , an excellent price !

Loved the food and beverages available, spacious economy class, excellent entertainment

Very good overall. Highly recommend for all flying to Australia

Helpful staff when I felt unwell. Qantas need to have an audio/music channel so you can listen to various music/.artists

We had bulkhead seats in a A380 in the upper deck in seats 31 D and E. Storage was very limited other than in overhead bin - which is not within reach when in seat. Yet paying same price as others in premium economy who have a lot more storage within arm’s reach. Seems very unfair.

Good check in and helpful staff. Delayed for 1 hour. Took about 45 Mins to get baggage’s at DFW . Food was average ( Hindu meal ) . Overall it was good experience

My experience was great overall. Tanya was particularly friendly and helpful the entire trip. I was very pleased with her customer service skills. The plane was an older aircraft but the entire way was comfortable with barely any turbulence at all. Qantas should speed up its fleet renovation. Totally recommend using this airline.

Air hostesses were great. Food was good. Flat bed is not that flat or comfortable.

I booked tickets for a family of five and specifically paid extra to select our seats together. We spent nearly $1,000 extra (around $100 per seat) for extra legroom so we could sit near each other. However, despite paying for this, we ended up being separated on the flight. This caused a major issue for our family because my parents do not speak English and rely on me to translate and assist them during the journey. I do not understand why Etihad changed our reserved seats without explanation. I am extremely dissatisfied with this experience. I expect the airline to do better, and I am requesting a full refund for the seat selection fees we paid.

It was excellent service in the snow storm gives us hotel and transportation. It will be more better if u can add one more meal because it’s a long flight boring journey. If you give extra meal time passes faster and can enjoy the trip better

Early arrival. Good boarding. Deplaning this flight is very slow both coming and going. Baggage arrived quickly for Pearson

No entertainment except on app. No outlets working to charge. Good service

Good flight. There were a few issues with the flat bed. It was some technical issues. Otherwise everything was good

It was great! Kept the time. Provided what was promised

Nice crew , clean cabin , food was delayed due to problem with the quantity .

Kayak and Aran grant issuing business class tickets without lounge access and sometimes 1 or 2 connections in economy class. It’s very disappointing to find out that after buying the ticket. Never buy tickets on kayak and Aran grant again

We have paid premium price for a business class Cabinet and we have received the old 777 with the following apart business class that is not to standard. It was very disappointing and it’s a very bad reputation for a premium airline company. This aeroplane should be the commission from being as a business class. We will pass this knowledge to our colleagues because the quality of business class in Etihad is not consistent and it is a lucky dip that sometimes you’re getting a good aeroplane and sometimes you’re getting their 30 years old aeroplane. The crew of the aeroplane have apologise and said that they hate this aeroplane and they have complained about it multiple times as well. Obviously Etihad is putting the economy in front of the Customer Experience. For the future we will not take this risk anymore and will fly with established company like emirates.

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