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Cheapest return flight
$1,705
Typical prices: $2,133-$2,531
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Fri 26/10Fri 2/11
MEL - ORK • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
$899
Typical prices: $1,107-$1,229
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Fri 30/11
MEL - ORK • 3 stops
When to travel
August
Cheapest • 14% price drop
June
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Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Cork (MEL-ORK)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Melbourne to Cork

Mon, 26 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov
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18:20 - 15:05MEL  Melbourne-ORK Cork
31h 45m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl London Heathrow
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14:00 - 09:35ORK  Cork-MEL Melbourne
32h 35m2 stops London Stansted Qingdao Jiaodong Intl
$1,705Multiple Airlines
Mon, 26 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov
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18:20 - 15:05MEL  Melbourne-ORK Cork
31h 45m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl London Heathrow
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14:00 - 09:35ORK  Cork-MEL Melbourne
32h 35m2 stops London Stansted Qingdao Jiaodong Intl
$1,712Multiple Airlines
Tue, 24 Nov - Tue, 8 Dec
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18:20 - 11:10MEL  Melbourne-ORK Cork
27h 50m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl London Heathrow
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17:30 - 17:00ORK  Cork-MEL Melbourne
36h 30m2 stops London Heathrow Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$1,727Multiple Airlines
Tue, 13 Oct - Thu, 29 Oct
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17:10 - 10:45MEL  Melbourne-ORK Cork
27h 35m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl London Heathrow
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16:05 - 17:50ORK  Cork-MEL Melbourne
38h 45m2 stops London Heathrow Doha Hamad Intl
$1,792Qatar Airways
Wed, 10 Feb - Sun, 14 Feb
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23:40 - 21:00MEL  Melbourne-ORK Cork
32h 20m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl London Heathrow
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17:30 - 17:50ORK  Cork-MEL Melbourne
37h 20m2 stops London Heathrow Doha Hamad Intl
$1,848Qatar Airways
Tue, 13 Oct - Thu, 29 Oct
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12:00 - 14:00MEL  Melbourne-ORK Cork
36h 00m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong London Gatwick
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11:15 - 09:45ORK  Cork-MEL Melbourne
35h 30m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Guangzhou Baiyun
$1,856Multiple Airlines
Tue, 13 Oct - Thu, 29 Oct
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12:00 - 14:00MEL  Melbourne-ORK Cork
36h 00m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong London Gatwick
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11:15 - 09:45ORK  Cork-MEL Melbourne
35h 30m3 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Beijing Daxing Intl Guangzhou Baiyun
$1,867Multiple Airlines
Tue, 13 Oct - Thu, 29 Oct
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14:00 - 13:40MEL  Melbourne-ORK Cork
33h 40m3 stops Singapore Changi Istanbul London Stansted
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11:15 - 09:45ORK  Cork-MEL Melbourne
35h 30m3 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Beijing Daxing Intl Guangzhou Baiyun
$2,012Multiple Airlines
Wed, 10 Feb - Sun, 14 Feb
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16:35 - 15:25MEL  Melbourne-ORK Cork
33h 50m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl London Heathrow
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16:05 - 10:20ORK  Cork-MEL Melbourne
31h 15m3 stops London Heathrow Singapore Changi Sydney Kingsford Smith
$2,098British Airways
Mon, 26 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov
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06:45 - 11:10MEL  Melbourne-ORK Cork
39h 25m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Singapore Changi London Heathrow
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11:55 - 07:15ORK  Cork-MEL Melbourne
32h 20m2 stops London Heathrow Kuala Lumpur Intl
$2,107Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Melbourne Airport to Cork flights

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

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Melbourne Airport to Cork?

Qatar Airways ($1,792) and British Airways ($2,150) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Melbourne Airport to Cork according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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Key details for Melbourne Airport to Cork flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$899
Most popular time to fly (8% more expensive on average)
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When to book flights from Melbourne to Cork

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

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

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

    Flights from Melbourne Airport to Cork usually depart from Melbourne (MEL) and arrive at Cork (ORK).

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Melbourne Airport to Cork?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Melbourne Airport to Cork.

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

    On the Melbourne Airport to Cork route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 45%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $1,640 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $2,942 – a $1,301 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    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 Melbourne Airport to Cork changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,705 to $4,603. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Melbourne Airport to Cork are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,257, which is 8% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Cork is 9 hours behind Melbourne Airport (Irish Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which car hire options are available at Cork Airport (ORK)?

    Cork Airport (ORK) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $6 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Budget
    • Sixt
    • Easirent
    • Thrifty
    • Europcar

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Melbourne Airport to Cork flight?

    Return flights from Melbourne Airport to Cork range from $2,133 to $2,531, with an average of $2,343 over the past 12 months. Anything below $2,133 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Melbourne Airport to Cork 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 Sunday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Sunday flights average $1,640 – about $1,301 less than Thursday (44% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Melbourne Airport to Cork trip for August. Fares historically average $2,017 return in that month – typically $1,429 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 Cork Airport.
    - Cork International Hotel
    - Cork Airport Hotel

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