EDI - MEL

$879 Find Cheap Flights from Edinburgh to Melbourne

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Edinburgh to Melbourne departing on 5/1. 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 Edinburgh to Melbourne, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Edinburgh to Melbourne, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Everything you should know

Cheapest return fare
$1,711
Overall average: $1,935
China Southern
Mon 2/2Sun 8/2
EDI - MEL • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
$1,216
Typical prices: $1,329-$2,379
British Airways
Mon 5/1
EDI - MEL • 1 stop
When to book
3 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 3 weeks in advance save around 25% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
May
Cheapest • 19% price drop
October
Most popular
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Cheap Flights from Edinburgh to Melbourne (EDI-MEL)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Edinburgh to Melbourne 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 return flight deals from Edinburgh to Melbourne

Mon, 2 Feb - Sun, 8 Feb
China Southern Logo
13:10 - 06:50
EDI
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MEL
30h 40m2 stops
China Southern Logo
23:30 - 22:35
MEL
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EDI
34h 05m2 stops
$1,711China Southern
Thu, 29 Jan - Thu, 5 Feb
Multiple Airlines Logo
07:45 - 05:40
EDI
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MEL
34h 55m3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:10 - 14:45
MEL
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EDI
34h 35m3 stops
$1,757Multiple Airlines
Thu, 29 Jan - Thu, 5 Feb
Multiple Airlines Logo
07:45 - 05:40
EDI
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MEL
34h 55m3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:10 - 13:00
MEL
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EDI
32h 50m3 stops
$1,777Multiple Airlines
Wed, 28 Jan - Wed, 4 Feb
Multiple Airlines Logo
07:25 - 05:40
EDI
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MEL
35h 15m3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:10 - 14:45
MEL
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EDI
34h 35m3 stops
$1,798Multiple Airlines
Wed, 28 Jan - Wed, 4 Feb
Multiple Airlines Logo
08:25 - 20:50
EDI
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MEL
49h 25m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
22:40 - 10:00
MEL
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EDI
46h 20m2 stops
$1,807Multiple Airlines
Thu, 29 Jan - Thu, 5 Feb
Lufthansa Logo
09:25 - 09:30
EDI
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MEL
37h 05m2 stops
Lufthansa Logo
11:30 - 07:55
MEL
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EDI
31h 25m2 stops
$1,815Lufthansa
Thu, 29 Jan - Thu, 5 Feb
China Southern Logo
17:55 - 09:45
EDI
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MEL
28h 50m2 stops
China Southern Logo
23:30 - 22:30
MEL
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EDI
34h 00m2 stops
$1,852China Southern
Sat, 31 Jan - Tue, 10 Feb
United Airlines Logo
09:25 - 10:00
EDI
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MEL
37h 35m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
11:30 - 07:55
MEL
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EDI
31h 25m2 stops
$1,866United Airlines
Thu, 2 Apr - Sat, 18 Apr
United Airlines Logo
12:30 - 08:30
EDI
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MEL
58h 00m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
10:55 - 10:35
MEL
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EDI
56h 40m2 stops
$1,897United Airlines
Mon, 23 Feb - Thu, 5 Mar
Qantas Airways Logo
20:55 - 06:25
EDI
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MEL
22h 30m1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
22:30 - 19:05
MEL
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EDI
31h 35m1 stop
$1,908Qantas Airways
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Edinburgh to Melbourne flights

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

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

The average price of all round-trip flights from Edinburgh to Melbourne Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If you are looking for a flight deal from Edinburgh to Melbourne, look for departures on Mondays and avoid leaving on a Wednesday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Melbourne, Monday is the cheapest day to fly and Friday is the most expensive.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Edinburgh to Melbourne 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 Edinburgh to Melbourne Airport is May, where tickets cost $1,855 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $3,044 and $2,939 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Edinburgh to Melbourne 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 Edinburgh to Melbourne Airport, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 25% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 16 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonAugust
Cheapest flight$1,216
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 13% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (13% more expensive on average)
Flight from Edinburgh to Melbourne

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.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns 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 Edinburgh to Melbourne flights

  • 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.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Edinburgh to Melbourne Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Edinburgh to Melbourne Airport was $861 for a one-way ticket and $1,711 for a return.

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

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Edinburgh to Melbourne?

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

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

    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 Edinburgh to Melbourne.

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

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

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

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Melbourne with an airline and back to Edinburgh with another airline.

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

    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 Melbourne from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Melbourne Airport

  • 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.

Reviews of the top airline flying from Edinburgh to Melbourne

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Edinburgh to Melbourne. 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 Edinburgh to Melbourne? 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.
7.4
Qatar AirwaysOverall score based on 3683 reviews
7.4Comfort
7.9Crew
7.5Boarding
7.3Food
7.4Entertainment
Airline reviews

I am a big person and have back pain and swelling in my legs, so this was a challenging flight due to confined space. I didn't find the crew very friendly either. I will think twice before flying long distances with Qatar again, due to the lack of legroom.

6.0 GoodBelinda, Dec 2025
DOH - JNB
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I am a big person and have back pain and swelling in my legs, so this was a challenging flight due to confined space. I didn't find the crew very friendly either. I will think twice before flying long distances with Qatar again, due to the lack of legroom.

The service was good but the food was a NO

Crew and food was good, ok leg room if you don’t have a big box under the seat. And the seats are so narrow (I’m only 70kg), will consider an alternate airline next time

Paid $10 for wifi for full flight duration and the wifi wasn’t available after initial 2 hours

Seated in row 6 you are separated from business class close to the toilets. The is a high panel in front that obscures forward viewing, coupled with no window view. Service is limited as the area is not in view of the attendants. It is closer in proximity to economy than business class.

Awesome hospitality, awesome staff, awesome food & awesome travel time. Thanks

Boarding from DOH to SYD the Business Class were pointed in a separate gate but no one there to receive us. Otherwise it was ok.

The flight was delayed and one member of the crew was a bit rude. But apart from that all good.

My entire row did not have power for the full duration of a 14.5 hour flight. Could not charge any devices such as laptop or phones for the entirety of the long flight. The flight attendants tried to remedy the issue by resetting the power, but were not successful. The only other solution provided was to move me to another seat on the plane which was in the middle row. I had paid for a “preferred” seat that was a window seat. This was a downgrade being offered due to the power issue.

Economy travel is really hard with no room to move especially when the person sitting beside you is an XL or XXL size person who if moving could hit your face

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

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Edinburgh (EDI)
Melbourne (MEL)