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Everything you should know

Cheapest return fare
$717
Typical prices: $799-$1,143
Fiji Airways
Thu 10/9Thu 17/9
MEL - APW • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
$6,586
Delta
Wed 14/10Sat 24/10
MEL - APW • Direct
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Melbourne and Apia. You’ll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg $981 (return)
Shortest trip • 10h 07m (one-way)
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in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 3 weeks in advance save around 19% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Apia (MEL-APW)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Melbourne to Apia 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.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from Melbourne to Apia

Thu, 10 Sep - Thu, 17 Sep
Fiji Airways Logo
13:20 - 01:10
MEL
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APW
8h 50m
1 stop
Fiji Airways Logo
05:00 - 12:05
APW
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MEL
10h 05m
1 stop
$717Fiji Airways
Thu, 10 Sep - Thu, 17 Sep
Fiji Airways Logo
13:20 - 01:10
MEL
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APW
8h 50m
1 stop
Fiji Airways Logo
05:00 - 12:05
APW
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MEL
10h 05m
1 stop
$719Fiji Airways
Mon, 7 Sep - Mon, 14 Sep
Fiji Airways Logo
13:20 - 01:10
MEL
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APW
8h 50m
1 stop
Fiji Airways Logo
12:05 - 12:25
APW
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MEL
27h 20m
1 stop
$725Fiji Airways
Thu, 10 Sep - Thu, 17 Sep
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:00 - 13:10
MEL
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APW
28h 10m
2 stops
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12:05 - 12:00
APW
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MEL
26h 55m
1 stop
$836Multiple Airlines
Fri, 9 Oct - Sun, 18 Oct
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23:55 - 01:10
MEL
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APW
23h 15m
1 stop
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17:10 - 20:20
APW
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MEL
29h 10m
2 stops
$843Multiple Airlines
Thu, 10 Sep - Thu, 17 Sep
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07:00 - 01:10
MEL
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APW
15h 10m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:05 - 12:00
APW
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MEL
26h 55m
1 stop
$855Multiple Airlines
Wed, 4 Nov - Wed, 11 Nov
Qantas Airways Logo
14:30 - 23:00
MEL
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APW
30h 30m
2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
06:50 - 20:05
APW
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MEL
15h 15m
2 stops
$1,422Qantas Airways
Thu, 29 Oct - Fri, 6 Nov
Qantas Airways Logo
09:20 - 23:00
MEL
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APW
11h 40m
2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
06:50 - 19:30
APW
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MEL
14h 40m
2 stops
$1,455Qantas Airways
Wed, 16 Dec - Sun, 3 Jan
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10:20 - 01:10
MEL
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APW
12h 50m
1 stop
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02:30 - 10:55
APW
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MEL
10h 25m
1 stop
$1,491Air New Zealand
Wed, 16 Dec - Wed, 6 Jan
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10:20 - 01:10
MEL
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APW
12h 50m
1 stop
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20:45 - 08:55
APW
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MEL
14h 10m
1 stop
$1,546Air New Zealand
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Melbourne to Apia flights

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

How much is a return flight from Melbourne Airport to Apia?

This analysis is based on the cheapest return trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Apia departing in September.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Apia from Melbourne Airport usually cost between $760 and $1,098 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $717 on Fiji Airways (10 Sept–17 Sept).

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Melbourne Airport to Apia, 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 Apia is March, where tickets cost $736 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and April, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,348 and $968 respectively.

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

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 Apia, 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 Apia, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 19% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 26 weeks before departure.

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Low season

April

Cheapest flight

$462
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 9% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (52% more expensive on average)
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When to book flights from Melbourne to Apia

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Melbourne to Apia based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Melbourne to Apia flights

  • Are there direct flights from Melbourne Airport to Apia Airport?

    Unfortunately you cannot take a non-stop flight to Samoa from Melbourne, but there are lots of efficient indirect routes that you can take instead. You could, for example, fly with Air New Zealand, which requires one stop along the way at Auckland Airport.

  • Can I stay at an airport hotel in Melbourne before my flight?

    Yes, there are many airport hotels you can stay at ahead of your trip, should you want to get a good night’s rest. A hotel such as ibis budget is good for those looking to save some money on accommodation, and it is only a short walk away from the Melbourne airport terminal.

  • How can I get from Samoa Airport to the city centre?

    Once you land in Samoa, you can get to the capital city quickly. There is an airport shuttle bus that costs about 20 WST (10.20 AUD) and takes around 1h. A taxi will cost around 80 WST (41 AUD) and get you to the centre of the city in about 50min.

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

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Apia was $462 for a one-way ticket and $717 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Melbourne to Apia?

    Melbourne and Apia are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave Melbourne from Melbourne and will be arriving at Apia Faleolo.

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

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Melbourne to Apia?

    Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Melbourne and Apia, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • What is the most popular stopover when flying to Apia from Melbourne?

    Nadi is the most popular stopover city among KAYAK users travelling from Melbourne to Apia.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Melbourne to Apia, Fiji Airways or Air New Zealand?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Melbourne to Apia are Fiji Airways and Air New Zealand. With an average price for the route of $879 and an overall rating of 8.0, Fiji Airways is the most popular choice. Air New Zealand is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,169 and an overall rating of 8.0.

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

    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 Apia.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Apia from Melbourne 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 Melbourne to Apia?

    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 Apia with an airline and back to Melbourne with another airline.

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

    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 Apia 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 Apia

  • It’s easy to get to Melbourne Airport (MEL) ahead of your flight. A taxi will take about 30min and cost about A$ 60, but there is a cheaper option should you be travelling on a budget. You can get a SkyBus, which will cost you around A$ 12 and take about 45min.
  • From Faleolo Airport (APW) in Samoa, not only is it easy to reach the capital city, Apia, but you can also explore other parts of the country too. Get to Salamumu in about 40min or visit Tafatafa in around 1h 10min and explore the island with ease.
  • Enjoy a lounge at Melbourne Airport, which is a great way to relax ahead of a long flight. Lounges such as the Lounge House cost about A$ 45 per person and will give you access to complimentary food, beverages and Internet.

Reviews of the top 4 airlines flying from Melbourne to Apia

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Melbourne to Apia. 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.
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Fiji AirwaysOverall score based on 249 reviews
7.5Entertainment
8.5Crew
8.1Boarding
7.5Food
8.0Comfort
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Fiji Airways always goes above and beyond. If anything I'd say the food was less enjoyable than in the past. But that in no way lessened the experience with the cabin crew or the excellent attentiveness and service they provided throughout the entire trip!

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Mar 2026
LAX - NAN
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Fiji Airways always goes above and beyond. If anything I'd say the food was less enjoyable than in the past. But that in no way lessened the experience with the cabin crew or the excellent attentiveness and service they provided throughout the entire trip!

Fiji Airways was amazing, will definately be lfying them again. The "Fijian hospitality" is not a catch phrase, it is genuine. the only things that could be improved is the entertainment. Not a great choice of movies, and the TV shows only have about 5 or so episodes, and often of a random season.

In-flight entertainment options could use a refresh, Consider a tie-up with Spotify for more current music and with IMDB or other service for newer selections/movie ratings.

Business class Seats on the A350 from Nan to YVR were wonderful. The flight crew was okay but could do with better training. Toilets were clean but ran out of paper towels towards the end of the flight. The food/menu and the wine offered really needs considerable improvement. Dinner options were either Bolani, a beef sandwich (even this could be made much better), or paneer butter masala. Unfortunately, if you are not a fan of Fijian food, there isn’t much choice. Dessert was either turmeric ice cream or fruits but unfortunately, they were out of fruit! So the only option was turmeric ice cream. I’m not certain how many passengers like turmeric but I am not one of them. They need to cater to a more diverse group of people. Perhaps they need a new chef? The movies& tv shows were mostly older so I didn’t find that interesting either. It was however, fun to view the plane’s exterior cameras as we take off and land. The best thing about this flight are the business class seats.

Better connections, much better cabin crews, much cleaner aircraft than Qantas, American and probably others.

Fiji Business Class was value for money. Would do again for a long haul flight.

Staff was very helpful, polite, efficient. Food was excellent. Business class seat very comfortable.

We recently flew on FIJI AIRLINES, what a breath of fresh air! From their customer service at the ticket counter/ Baggage check to the flight attendants on the plane! When I bought the tickets they were the least expensive too! I took a picture of one of the flight attendants scoop up a very fussy baby and walk her around the plane, to give her parents a break. I would love to submit, but don’t know how. Meals were great, also complimentary beer and wine was a pleasant surprise!

The business class seat was not very comfortable . Fortunately it was a short flight

check-in at sydney was a bit disorganized. one well-dressed woman appeared to be in charge, staring at others who were not ready and checking in passengers. one person at business class check-in, was sarcastic and only mentioned the gate assignment, no bother to mention the lounge access etc... the crew on board was stellar. so polite, helpful and respectful. the meals were great, endless beverages, and the a350 is spectacular with the seat/bed, amenity kit, television, bedding, headphones. first time flying fiji airways- honolulu- fiji-sydney, and sydney-fiji-los angeles, all in business class. their fares are much more affordable than other carriers. hopefully, one day, they will use a widebody aircraft from honolulu- fiji, since it is a nearly 7-hour flight and the 737-max 8, although comfortable, would be better with a widebody plane.

We got to experience Premium Economy from Sydney to Auckland and it was a great experience wiht Air New Zealand. The crew was friendly and helpful.

I was not even on that flight and did not even book a ticket. Kayak did a phenomenal job

Great entertainment options on the screen. uSB A and C chargers. Free WiFi! Crew were excellent.

Check in crew member was very helpful, nice and excellent service👍

Lost my luggage and brought someone else luggage to my airport.

The issue was with getting our boarding pases. There were issues with our arrangements that were made through Kayak. I am sorry to say that we will not use you again because of this. The flight itself was good and the flight attendants excellent.

Economy was much nicer on the Air New Zealand planes.

At Coolangatta International it is difficult to hear voice boarding announcements when away from screen announcements.

Couldn’t request a vegan meal somehow but I noticed other people getting them

Boarding instructions on one leg of my journey were not well communicated at the gate (Melbourne to Auckland)

Very good it will be my choice of airline while in Australia.

I bought flights in August and there wasn’t a flight in the system

Overall experience was good but what really impressed me the most was the care the flight attendants took of a sick passenger who was sitting in front of me. The flight attendants would come and check on her quite regularly providing her support and comfort. Brilliant service!

Very good… seems the virgin staff particularly in the lounge and in flight exceeded expectations.

The level of incompetence of this airline is truly astounding.

2 hrs + delay! Times kept changing, Onboard menu was half depleted, Entertainment wifi was N/A Overall very frustrating flight and I never slate Virgin.

When I made the booking I was not aware I had to book our checked baggage separately. As we had no checked luggage booking, I had to pay A$120 per bag (total 2 bags) so you can imagine I was not pleased. I am an experienced traveller so something needs to be done to improve the booking app,

The seats are so uncomfortable. The food doesn't exist unless you pay. Disappointed

Very good experience, considering the short flight the meals were served promptly after takeoff.

Last 10 minutes boarding they canceled the flight and didn’t organise anything

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

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

Hard to move and get out of my seat when the passenger in front is in recline position.

Flight was 2.5 hours late leaving. We spent 50 minutes of that sitting on the plane with no explanation. They did reduce the time in the air so we arrived a little less late which was something. The cheese and crackers were okay but the wine was terrible.

Not great. The inflight entertainment was all on an app, and I did not want to watch a film on my phone. Also, the range of options of films was limited.

We were upgraded and after just a short delay in attending to a safety check we were on our way. Would definately fly Qantas International on their Dreamliner again.

Traditional economy class. Not a full flight so spare seats. Food and drinks were good

Delayed QF59 flight once again, Qantas doesn't fail in maintaining there delayed departures and arrivals. USB points do not work nor do the power point sockets on the plane, Qantas staff admitted that on the flight. Don't expect to your charge devices. Saving grace, was the ice cream. Bottom line, if you expect to fly to HND and make it on time avoid Qantas and if you're interested in ice cream - visit 7/11.

Airport and crew experience was excellent. We had to queue for the runway - no one’s fault, but it did mean we were 30 minutes late leaving

I love flying with Qantas. There was no onscreen entertaining on this flight, and only a snack provided (not a meal) but still better than Jetstar or Virgin (in my opinion) so still happy.

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