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Cheapest round-trip
$807
Typical prices: $1,096-$1,488
Fiji Airways
Tue 2/6Fri 3/2
YVR - MEL • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$485
Typical prices: $651-$980
Delta
Sun 10/21
YVR - MEL • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Vancouver Intl Airport and Melbourne Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
21 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 21 weeks in advance save around 21% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 11% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Calgary (YYC)
Cheapest • Avg $215 (round-trip)
Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD)
Shortest trip • 19h 09m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Vancouver to Melbourne (YVR-MEL)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Vancouver to Melbourne

Sat, Feb 6 - Tue, Mar 2
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10:25 pm - 11:20 amYVR  Vancouver Intl-MEL Melbourne
18h 55m1 stop Nadi
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1:45 pm - 2:55 pmMEL  Melbourne-YVR Vancouver Intl
19h 10m1 stop Nadi
$807Fiji Airways
Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Feb 16
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10:25 pm - 11:20 amYVR  Vancouver Intl-MEL Melbourne
18h 55m1 stop Nadi
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1:45 pm - 2:55 pmMEL  Melbourne-YVR Vancouver Intl
19h 10m1 stop Nadi
$846Fiji Airways
Sun, Oct 11 - Wed, Oct 28
Delta Logo
7:36 pm - 8:50 amYVR  Vancouver Intl-MEL Melbourne
43h 14m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Los Angeles
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9:10 am - 6:46 pmMEL  Melbourne-YVR Vancouver Intl
27h 36m2 stops Los Angeles Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$885Delta
Tue, Oct 27 - Wed, Nov 25
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1:18 pm - 7:00 amYVR  Vancouver Intl-MEL Melbourne
23h 42m2 stops Salt Lake City Los Angeles
Delta Logo
10:10 am - 12:45 pmMEL  Melbourne-YVR Vancouver Intl
20h 35m1 stop Los Angeles
$885Delta
Tue, Feb 16 - Tue, May 4
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2:40 pm - 9:55 amYVR  Vancouver Intl-MEL Melbourne
25h 15m2 stops Los Angeles Auckland Intl
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8:35 am - 6:51 pmMEL  Melbourne-YVR Vancouver Intl
27h 16m2 stops Auckland Intl San Francisco
$1,331Air New Zealand
Sat, Feb 13 - Wed, Feb 17
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7:35 pm - 9:55 amYVR  Vancouver Intl-MEL Melbourne
20h 20m1 stop Auckland Intl
Air New Zealand Logo
12:10 pm - 2:30 pmMEL  Melbourne-YVR Vancouver Intl
20h 20m1 stop Auckland Intl
$1,340Air New Zealand
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 15
Air Canada Logo
9:00 pm - 12:35 pmYVR  Vancouver Intl-MEL Melbourne
21h 35m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
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7:30 am - 8:45 amMEL  Melbourne-YVR Vancouver Intl
19h 15m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,395Air Canada
Tue, Oct 13 - Wed, Nov 11
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1:45 pm - 11:10 amYVR  Vancouver Intl-MEL Melbourne
27h 25m2 stops Los Angeles Sydney Kingsford Smith
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4:45 pm - 5:30 pmMEL  Melbourne-YVR Vancouver Intl
18h 45m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,686Qantas Airways
Tue, Oct 13 - Mon, Oct 19
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1:45 pm - 11:10 amYVR  Vancouver Intl-MEL Melbourne
27h 25m2 stops Los Angeles Sydney Kingsford Smith
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9:45 am - 3:05 pmMEL  Melbourne-YVR Vancouver Intl
23h 20m1 stop Los Angeles
$1,688Qantas Airways
Wed, Oct 7 - Sun, Nov 1
United Airlines Logo
9:47 am - 8:30 amYVR  Vancouver Intl-MEL Melbourne
28h 43m2 stops San Francisco Los Angeles
United Airlines Logo
11:30 am - 6:19 pmMEL  Melbourne-YVR Vancouver Intl
24h 49m2 stops Los Angeles San Francisco
$1,815United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Vancouver Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport start at $807. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $1,096 to $1,488. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $807 on Fiji Airways.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport, it is 8% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 6% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?

  • February is the cheapest month to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport at $1,123 round-trip.
  • December ($1,550) and July ($1,450) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 38% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Vancouver Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport are cheapest 21 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 21% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Vancouver Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$485
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 15% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 14% increase in price.
Flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport

When to book flights from Vancouver to Melbourne

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Vancouver 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 Vancouver Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport flight questions, answered

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

  • How much is a taxi from Melbourne Airport to the city centre?

    Taxi ranks are available outside all of the airport terminals. If your accommodation is in the city centre, a taxi ride will take about 30min and the fare will be around A$ 60 (C$ 57), which includes the airport fee and a toll fee. Rideshare options are also available from the airport, and pick up is allowed from lane 3.

  • How do I get from Melbourne Airport to the city centre by bus?

    The quickest way to get to the city centre by bus is to take the SkyBus, which is an express service that leaves the airport every 10min. It operates every day for 24h and a one-way ticket into Melbourne CBD costs A$ 19.75 (about C$ 19). Aside from the city centre, SkyBus runs additional buses to some other popular areas such as St Kilda, the Docklands and the Peninsula area.

  • Are there car rental companies located at Melbourne Airport?

    There are 6 car rental companies with desks located at the airport. These include Avis, Budget, Europcar, Enterprise, Hertz and Thrifty. If you would like to rent a car following your flight from Vancouver to Melbourne, you will find all available companies located across from Terminal 2, the international terminal. They are easily accessible from the terminal using the walkways, or by exiting the terminal building and crossing the road.

  • Can I exchange currency at Melbourne Airport?

    You can exchange currency from Travelex, which has desks in both Terminals 1 and 2 of the airport. Their desk in Terminal 1 is in the public area and is open from 4:30 am to 8:00 pm, while in Terminal 2 there are 3 desks located in the public area and another 3 in the gated area, all open for all flights each day.

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

    Flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport usually depart from Vancouver Intl (YVR) and arrive at Melbourne (MEL).

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

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

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

    • Nadi (NAN) - 35% of one-stop connections
    • Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Auckland Intl (AKL) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Brisbane (BNE) - 10% of one-stop connections

    Nadi (NAN) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 14% on the Vancouver Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,163 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,340, a difference of $177. 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 long is a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport takes 0h 00m, covering 8,197 miles.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Vancouver Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am
    • Latest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am.

    The flight takes about 0h 00m.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 9% above the route average of $1,262. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport 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.

  • Have flight prices from Vancouver Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $807 to $6,657. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Vancouver Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,728, which is 114% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Calgary (YYC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 16m, compared with 19h 09m via Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) and 19h 41m via Nadi (NAN).

  • What is the time difference between Vancouver Intl Airport and Melbourne Airport?

    Melbourne Airport is 17 hours ahead of Vancouver Intl Airport (Eastern Australia Time vs Pacific 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 Vancouver Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport range from $1,096 to $1,488, with an average of $1,262 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,096 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Vancouver Intl Airport 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 Tuesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $1,163 - about $177 less than Sunday (13% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 21 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 21% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Vancouver Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport trip for February. Fares historically average $1,123 round-trip in that month - typically $427 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
  • Passengers can freshen up following long flights from Vancouver to Melbourne using the showers available in Terminal 2 of Melbourne Airport (MEL). There are showers located in the gated area on the first floor, and in the public area near Nando’s at the departures area.
  • Short-term and long-term luggage storage is available at Melbourne Airport at SmarteCarte. This service is located in the arrivals hall of Terminal 2 and is open from 5:00 am to 12:30 am every day.
  • If you would like to stay close to the airport following your flight from Vancouver to Melbourne, the ParkRoyal Melbourne International Airport is located across the road from the terminals, has day rooms available and is comfortably accessible via covered walkways.
  • Wait for your flight in comfort at the Plaza Premium airport lounge, located in the gated area of Vancouver International Airport (YVR) on level 3. You can access it through a lounge membership or by paying a fee at the door, and you will have access to snacks, beverages and entertainment.
  • Pamper yourself with a massage or a facial before the long flight from Vancouver to Melbourne at Absolute Spa, which is located in the public area of Vancouver International Airport’s domestic terminal on level 1, and is open until 7:00 pm.

Everything you need to know for your flight from Vancouver to Melbourne

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Vancouver (YVR)
Melbourne (MEL)