$399 Find Cheap Flights from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to Japan

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Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Japan

Cheapest return prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours
Tokyo
Tokyo1 stop$902
Osaka
Osaka1 stop$778
Fukuoka
Fukuoka1 stop$903
Okinawa
Okinawa1 stop$1,002
Nagoya
Nagoya2 stops$1,031
Nagasaki
Nagasaki2 stops$1,353
Okayama
Okayama2 stops$2,476
Tokyo
Tokyo1 stop$902
Osaka
Osaka1 stop$778
Fukuoka
Fukuoka1 stop$903
Okinawa
Okinawa1 stop$1,002
Nagoya
Nagoya2 stops$1,031
Nagasaki
Nagasaki2 stops$1,353
Okayama
Okayama2 stops$2,476

Book Cheap Melbourne to Japan Plane Tickets

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

Sat, 5 Sep - Sat, 12 Sep
AirAsia X Logo
06:15 - 09:50
MEL
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KIX
28h 35m
1 stop
AirAsia X Logo
11:05 - 05:00
KIX
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MEL
16h 55m
1 stop
$778AirAsia X
Tue, 1 Sep - Tue, 15 Sep
AirAsia X Logo
06:15 - 09:50
MEL
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KIX
28h 35m
1 stop
AirAsia X Logo
11:05 - 05:00
KIX
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MEL
16h 55m
1 stop
$781AirAsia X
Thu, 22 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct
China Eastern Logo
22:30 - 17:15
MEL
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FUK
20h 45m
1 stop
China Eastern Logo
13:55 - 10:00
FUK
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MEL
18h 05m
1 stop
$903China Eastern
Wed, 21 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct
China Eastern Logo
12:00 - 21:20
MEL
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HND
35h 20m
1 stop
China Eastern Logo
08:40 - 14:05
HND
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MEL
27h 25m
1 stop
$929China Eastern
Tue, 27 Oct - Thu, 29 Oct
Cathay Pacific Logo
15:35 - 18:45
MEL
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HKD
29h 10m
2 stops
Cathay Pacific Logo
09:45 - 23:00
HKD
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MEL
35h 15m
2 stops
$1,641Cathay Pacific
Tue, 27 Oct - Thu, 29 Oct
Cathay Pacific Logo
08:40 - 18:45
MEL
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HKD
36h 05m
2 stops
Cathay Pacific Logo
09:45 - 23:00
HKD
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MEL
59h 15m
2 stops
$1,651Cathay Pacific
Sun, 2 Aug - Tue, 25 Aug
Qantas Airways Logo
17:05 - 09:25
MEL
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ITM
17h 20m
2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
14:30 - 07:40
ITM
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MEL
16h 10m
1 stop
$1,697Qantas Airways
Sat, 1 Aug - Sat, 15 Aug
Japan Airlines Logo
07:25 - 19:50
MEL
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ITM
13h 25m
1 stop
Japan Airlines Logo
18:25 - 05:45
ITM
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MEL
34h 20m
1 stop
$1,800Japan Airlines
Mon, 27 Jul - Fri, 31 Jul
Japan Airlines Logo
07:25 - 19:50
MEL
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ITM
13h 25m
1 stop
Japan Airlines Logo
14:30 - 05:45
ITM
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MEL
14h 15m
1 stop
$1,815Japan Airlines
Wed, 5 Aug - Tue, 25 Aug
Qantas Airways Logo
16:30 - 09:25
MEL
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ITM
17h 55m
2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
12:25 - 07:40
ITM
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MEL
18h 15m
1 stop
$1,847Qantas Airways
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Melbourne to Japan flights

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

What is the cheapest Melbourne Airport to Japan flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest ticket to Japan from Melbourne Airport found in the last 72 hours was to Tokyo, at $1,109 return. The most popular route is from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT), and the cheapest round-trip airline ticket found on this route in the last 5 days was $1,109.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Japan?

The average price for all round-trip flights from Melbourne Airport to Japan depending on the time of departure, clicked by users on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

The cheapest time of day to fly to Japan is generally in the morning, when retur flights cost $1,485 on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Japan is generally in the morning, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $1,485.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Melbourne Airport to Japan, 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 Japan is August, when tickets cost $868 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and September, when the average cost of return tickets is $1,374 and $1,254 respectively.

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

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 Japan, 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 a flight from Melbourne Airport to Japan, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 15% compared to booking last-minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 14 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonJuly
Cheapest flight$399
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 4% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (11% more expensive on average)
Flight from Melbourne to Osaka Kansai Intl

FAQs - booking Japan flights

  • What airlines fly direct from Melbourne to Japan?

    Japan Airlines provides most of the non-stop trips from Melbourne to Japan. Other airlines allow transfers in renowned Asian cities. For instance, China Airlines stops in Taipei while Philippines Airlines have a layover in Manila. If travelling via Royal Brunei Airlines, expect a stop in Bandar Seri Begawan. Layovers last between 2 and 4 hours.

  • Can I hire a car at Narita International Airport?

    There are two car rental centres at Narita International Airport. The first is in Terminal 1 Arrivals Hall and another on the first floor of Terminal 2. Companies with counters in these locations include Toyota, Nissan, Times Car, ORIX, and Nippon.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to Japan?

    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 Airport (Tullamarine) to Japan.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to Japan?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to Japan 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 Airport (Tullamarine) to Japan?

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

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

    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 from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to Japan up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Japan

  • There are several ways to travel from Melbourne city centre to Melbourne Airport (MEL), where you can find cheap flights from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to Japan. Consider taking a PTV bus to Spencer Street and a SkyBus coach to the airport after that. Alternatively, you can board a tram at Elizabeth Street or the Metro at Melbourne Central to Spencer Street and take the bus. Trips from central Melbourne to Melbourne Airport last at least 45 minutes.
  • Narita International Airport (NRT) is roughly 40 miles from Tokyo city centre. While taxis from the airport to central Tokyo are available, they are usually expensive due to the long distance. Thus, the most affordable transfer at Narita International Airport is the Narita Express. The train takes about 1 hour to get to central Tokyo. If your accommodation is at Ueno, consider taking the Keisei Skyliner, whose pick-up point is near the Arrivals Hall.
  • Enjoy a meal or a glass of your favourite wine in The House by Aspire Lounge at Melbourne Airport. The lounge is in Terminal 2 on the third floor. If travelling with youngsters, the Plaza Premium Lounge is an excellent alternative. This lounge is located near Gate 9 in Terminal 2 and features kid-friendly books and snacks.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying from Melbourne to Japan

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Melbourne to Japan? 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.
7.6
Cathay PacificOverall score based on 1370 reviews
8.1Crew
7.3Food
7.9Boarding
7.8Entertainment
7.6Comfort
Airline reviews

Nice staff, only one of the food services had a vegetarian option. Premium Economy was good - big seats and footrest. A little slow bringing welcome drink and often didn’t have the prosecco left on the tray - as though they are discouraging choosing that option. My only complaint is the wine/drinks served in a paper cup - I ordered a cognac on our previous flight and it came in the bottom of a paper cup, wine is poured into the cup like it’s a bucket!

8.0 ExcellentCarol, June 2026
FRA - HKG
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Nice staff, only one of the food services had a vegetarian option. Premium Economy was good - big seats and footrest. A little slow bringing welcome drink and often didn’t have the prosecco left on the tray - as though they are discouraging choosing that option. My only complaint is the wine/drinks served in a paper cup - I ordered a cognac on our previous flight and it came in the bottom of a paper cup, wine is poured into the cup like it’s a bucket!

Cathay has always been great. Even allowed some leniency on my baggage weight. I believe they are also on the more leg room side of airlines.

Despite the crew's rough day, they were all very focused and friendly. The flight was too short for a meal, so no rating on that. Re. the AA app. It still isn't ready for prime time. AA works with Cathy Pacific for international flights to LA and the Aa jump to PHX. But the AA app can't find my trip and this can be problematic with flight delays and regatings at LAX.

Was not able to board flight because boarding pass name did not match passport name and no one caught it.

Not at all satisfactory. I had stomach upsets after taking food. Quality of Asian vegetarian meal was awful. Further there was no snacks/ fruits/ biscuits available as in between snacks.. only peanuts and pitzels.. except courteous staff rest of my experience was far from satisfactory

The worst experience ever! Lots of flight delays and rerouting that ended up doubling the total time. . I had to recheck my luggage because I was rerouted to Tokyo and ended up on ANA flight. I missed connecting flight twice because of the delay at Cathy Pacific. Additional stop added, rerouted to a different country for connecting flight and ended up in long waits and delays.

My seat had many issues. First the chair was broken where reclining was difficult. My usb plug was also broken so charging was impossible.

Flights home are always happy, except this time I was traveling to be with my ailing father.

I love the comfortable business class seats. The service was excellent. Staff was friendly.

when i ask for help all the crew members had a look like why are you calling me? very terse and rude.

It was ok, but not what it was like 20 years ago

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

Poor seats. Not helpful crew. The food was awful.overall very very bad experience. Traveled with the family of 5

did not get a notification about seat selection ahead of time. We didn't end up sitting together.

I was denied boarding at the Brisbane airport and it seems like I won’t get any refunds from the airline

In my return flight they couldn’t identify my ticket or boarding pass, I had to go to 3 different counters until I was able to get my boarding pass. The food was on, it was the bear minimum. They didn’t even recognise that I was a Muslim and can’t eat meat, chicken or pork. In one of the trays I believe they served me pork. The staff were very pleasant, but they need to be aware of their surroundings more carefully, one of them stuck her lower belly right into my face! I was shocked and very uncomfortable.

Overall I had good experience with China Southern airline. Nothing to claim. I hoped they could improve the meal quality that is.

Wow very impressed by the quality and attentiveness of service of China Southern. Lived the blankets! Will definitely fly with them again. Despite language barriers, a few attendants know enough English to understand our rudimentary Mandarin and respond to basic questions. Although they don’t explain the beverage and meal service on the website or ticketing documents, they offered regular beverage cart and snacks during the beginning hours and end hours of the long, transoceanic flight. A full meal at the beginning and end of the flight as well, and a midflight small sandwich (dinner roll sized) but we weren’t hungry and didn’t try that one. The expectation is that every sleeps during the middle of the flight. We were on a “redeye” departure from LAX with a morning arrival in China, so I don’t know if this service pattern is the same for other flights. The domestic flight we took from Guangzhou to Harbin offered conventional refreshments and meals like a US flight service. Note that they didn’t offer diet sodas. If you like to stay hydrated, I recommend bringing plenty of your own. It is served in small cups like any other drink. You can ask for a bottle but they’re tiny - about 6 ounces.

China Southern was not the problem. I booked my flight through Kayak and also received a booking reference and alert details regarding departure time and gate numbers… however Kayak NEVER actually booked my flight! We were stranded at the airport without a flight for a long awaited holiday!

The connection between LA and Atlanta was too much stress

Terrible boarding experience,,food is very poor that I I . Never going book this airline again.

The crew were kind, patient and responsive. The service was excellent, even though we travelled the cheapest economy class. We arrived at our destination 40 min early, which for a 15+ hour flight is a great bonus. The boarding seemed a bit "loose", but got us boarded on time, and the plane was off exactly @ 0:30 hrs.

Flight went very well. Cabin crew were all courteous and very helpful, always with smiles on their faces. Food was great. I always love heated nuts with wine. Flying business class with Philippine Airlines is always a pleasant experience.

It was amazing with great service. But the seating could have been better if there was ample arm rest areas

Great food selection in lounge. Excellent bartender, friendly staff. Good service on the plane.

Check in process was excellent. Lounge needs improvement. Food not palatable and no good choices.

Excellent service from check in/ bag drop counter staff to flight attendants. Food was great. Seats are nice. Excellent airline.

I like the pleasantness of how courteous and friendly and helpful everyone is

Plane are getting old, almost an hour delay due to technical reson , after all passenger aboard. Took 4 flight on business class this trip and all the planes had an issues. PAL need to improve their planes.

Flight was really good, considering the semi bad weather in MNL. Food was great. Crew kept offering throughout the flight. Wifi signal was intermittent though.

Short flight with limited entertainment wasn't that bad. Staff was friendly and plane was clean. Meal was good.

You have to pay $25 to get access to smoking lounge. One coffee and small bottle of water coupon provided. Max time 2 hrs for two entries total.

This was my first time ever flying China Eatern and it will not be my last. I was very satisfied with my whole experience and trip. Thank you very much and until soon.

It was just fine. The sirlines did live up fully to my expectation.

The flight was delayed. The staff made us wait in the room that is too small and it was crowded and with no seats available for waiting. They did not tell us why the delay occurred.

While boarding at PVG, there was a ticket checking at the gate, then there was another ticket checking at the bottom of the escalator, which created quite a dangerous congestion. Not sure which idiot made this absolutely unnecessary arrangement.

While boarding at PVG, there was a ticket checking by the gate, then there was another ticket checking right at the bottom of the escalator, which created quite a dangerous congestion. Don't understand why the duplication?

I was traveling alone with an infant, so the crew was incredibly helpful. Both the international and subsequent domestic flights were impeccable.

Plane was good. But food was bad and air host was so rude. I will never fly with China Eastern again

The flight was delayed by 2 hours, although to their credit they delayed my connecting flight so people could reach it. Also their site is a nightmare to navigate on a phone. Everything else was good.

The ticket was last minute buy so no concerns about the pricing this time, but the crew in general could have been more accommodating, helpful.

CTU-KMG-CNX with 1.5 hr connection at KMG. Doable but just barely bc immigration exit from China is at the last flight leg, here: KMG to CNX. We hauled out of the domestic terminal to reenter at the international departures (luggage checked thru to CNX thankfully). Immigration had only two agents, even though KMG gets a HUGE number of foreigners. It took forever for such a shot line. Then security also took a while, so I just just made the connection. Recommend if you exit China with domestic international transfer, plan for 2+ hrs to avoid a heart attack. Airline personnel don’t suffer if you miss the flight, you do. Plan accordingly.

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