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Cheap Flights from Melbourne to London (MEL-LON)
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Melbourne to London 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 Melbourne to London
Recent one-way flight deals from Melbourne to London
Sat, 30 Jan
12:00 - 06:30MEL Melbourne-LGW London Gatwick
29h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$620China Eastern
Sat, 30 Jan
22:30 - 17:30MEL Melbourne-LHR London Heathrow
30h 00m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$620China Eastern
Sun, 8 Nov
11:25 - 06:30MEL Melbourne-LGW London Gatwick
30h 05m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
$627China Southern
Thu, 5 Nov
23:30 - 06:30MEL Melbourne-LGW London Gatwick
42h 00m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
$627China Southern
Tue, 27 Oct
20:45 - 16:20MEL Melbourne-LHR London Heathrow
30h 35m1 stop Haikou Meilan Intl
$630Hainan Airlines
Tue, 10 Nov
20:45 - 16:20MEL Melbourne-LHR London Heathrow
30h 35m1 stop Haikou Meilan Intl
$631Hainan Airlines
Wed, 4 Nov
20:15 - 15:20MEL Melbourne-LGW London Gatwick
54h 05m2 stops Beijing Capital Chengdu
$637Air China
Thu, 29 Oct
14:35 - 07:30MEL Melbourne-STN London Stansted
51h 55m2 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Stockholm Arlanda
$640Multiple Airlines
Thu, 4 Mar
18:20 - 06:40MEL Melbourne-LHR London Heathrow
23h 20m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$649Etihad Airways
Sat, 31 Oct
22:35 - 22:00MEL Melbourne-STN London Stansted
58h 25m3 stops Singapore Changi Phuket City Oslo Gardermoen
$655Multiple Airlines
Recent last minute flight deals from Melbourne to London
Thu, 10 Sep - Fri, 18 Sep
01:30 - 11:30MEL Melbourne-LHR London Heathrow
43h 00m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
22:40 - 14:25LHR London Heathrow-MEL Melbourne
30h 45m1 stop Beijing Capital
$1,366Multiple Airlines
Fri, 11 Sep - Wed, 28 Oct
01:30 - 19:00MEL Melbourne-LHR London Heathrow
26h 30m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
19:45 - 15:10LHR London Heathrow-MEL Melbourne
32h 25m1 stop Haikou Meilan Intl
$1,373Multiple Airlines
Wed, 9 Sep - Sun, 20 Sep
01:30 - 20:00MEL Melbourne-LHR London Heathrow
27h 30m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
09:45 - 19:40LHR London Heathrow-MEL Melbourne
24h 55m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
$1,476Air India
Mon, 14 Sep - Tue, 29 Sep
01:30 - 19:00MEL Melbourne-LHR London Heathrow
26h 30m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
20:35 - 19:40LHR London Heathrow-MEL Melbourne
38h 05m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
$1,476Air India
Thu, 10 Sep - Sun, 20 Sep
11:00 - 15:00MEL Melbourne-LGW London Gatwick
37h 00m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
22:00 - 12:40LGW London Gatwick-MEL Melbourne
29h 40m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$1,605China Eastern
Thu, 10 Sep - Tue, 20 Oct
11:00 - 15:00MEL Melbourne-LGW London Gatwick
37h 00m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
11:35 - 13:40LGW London Gatwick-MEL Melbourne
40h 05m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$1,689China Eastern
Sun, 13 Sep - Sun, 25 Oct
05:15 - 21:30MEL Melbourne-LGW London Gatwick
25h 15m1 stop Dubai Intl
20:25 - 06:25LGW London Gatwick-MEL Melbourne
23h 00m1 stop Dubai Intl
$1,836Emirates
Sun, 13 Sep - Sun, 25 Oct
05:15 - 21:30MEL Melbourne-LGW London Gatwick
25h 15m1 stop Dubai Intl
20:25 - 10:15LGW London Gatwick-MEL Melbourne
26h 50m2 stops Dubai Intl Singapore Changi
$1,917Emirates
Mon, 14 Sep - Sat, 24 Oct
18:15 - 18:00MEL Melbourne-LHR London Heathrow
32h 45m2 stops Adelaide Doha Hamad Intl
09:30 - 23:20LHR London Heathrow-MEL Melbourne
27h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$2,074Virgin Australia
Thu, 10 Sep - Tue, 1 Dec
16:10 - 06:25MEL Melbourne-LHR London Heathrow
23h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
08:35 - 17:50LHR London Heathrow-MEL Melbourne
22h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$2,201Virgin Australia
Recent direct flight deals from Melbourne to London
Wed, 3 Feb - Wed, 24 Feb
16:35 - 05:20MEL Melbourne-LHR London Heathrow
23h 45mdirect
21:10 - 06:40LHR London Heathrow-MEL Melbourne
22h 30mdirect
$2,036British Airways
Mon, 1 Feb - Mon, 8 Feb
16:35 - 05:20MEL Melbourne-LHR London Heathrow
23h 45mdirect
21:10 - 06:40LHR London Heathrow-MEL Melbourne
22h 30mdirect
$2,075British Airways
Sat, 6 Feb - Fri, 19 Feb
16:05 - 05:05MEL Melbourne-LHR London Heathrow
24h 00mdirect
11:30 - 20:30LHR London Heathrow-MEL Melbourne
22h 00mdirect
$2,222Qantas Airways
Tue, 16 Feb - Tue, 16 Mar
16:05 - 05:05MEL Melbourne-LHR London Heathrow
24h 00mdirect
11:30 - 20:30LHR London Heathrow-MEL Melbourne
22h 00mdirect
$2,509Qantas Airways
Tue, 16 Feb - Tue, 16 Mar
16:05 - 05:05MEL Melbourne-LHR London Heathrow
24h 00mdirect
11:30 - 20:30LHR London Heathrow-MEL Melbourne
22h 00mdirect
$2,509Qantas Airways
Tue, 9 Mar - Tue, 23 Mar
16:05 - 05:05MEL Melbourne-LHR London Heathrow
24h 00mdirect
11:30 - 20:30LHR London Heathrow-MEL Melbourne
22h 00mdirect
$2,701Qantas Airways
Wed, 10 Feb - Wed, 24 Feb
16:05 - 05:05MEL Melbourne-LHR London Heathrow
24h 00mdirect
11:30 - 20:30LHR London Heathrow-MEL Melbourne
22h 00mdirect
$2,751Qantas Airways
Mon, 15 Feb - Sun, 28 Feb
16:05 - 05:05MEL Melbourne-LHR London Heathrow
24h 00mdirect
11:30 - 20:30LHR London Heathrow-MEL Melbourne
22h 00mdirect
$2,751Qantas Airways
Tue, 16 Feb - Tue, 2 Mar
16:05 - 05:05MEL Melbourne-LHR London Heathrow
24h 00mdirect
11:30 - 20:30LHR London Heathrow-MEL Melbourne
22h 00mdirect
$2,751Qantas Airways
Tue, 16 Feb - Fri, 12 Mar
16:05 - 05:05MEL Melbourne-LHR London Heathrow
24h 00mdirect
11:30 - 20:30LHR London Heathrow-MEL Melbourne
22h 00mdirect
$2,798Qantas Airways
Booking Insights
Price, demand, and travel trends for Melbourne Airport to London flights
Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Melbourne Airport to London with more confidence.
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How much is a return flight from Melbourne Airport to London?
This analysis is based on the cheapest return price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Melbourne Airport to London departing in October.
Return flights from Melbourne Airport to London start at $1,353. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from $1,448 to $2,131. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,353 on China Eastern.
What is the cheapest Melbourne Airport to London flight route?
KAYAK tracks online flight deals over the last 12 months and analyses pricing trends to identify the best available fares.
Melbourne Airport (MEL) to London City Airport (LCY) is the cheapest Melbourne Airport to London route, averaging $1,372 return. Other Melbourne Airport to London routes average $1,900, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne Airport to London?
Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne Airport to London and is 4% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 7% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to London?
KAYAK internal proprietary data takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months for return flights from Melbourne Airport to London, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
February is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to London at $1,451 return.
December ($2,226) and September ($1,952) are the most expensive months.
The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 53% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.
When are prices from Melbourne Airport to London the cheapest?
Flights from Melbourne Airport to London are cheapest 22 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 12% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.
What is the cheapest airline to fly from Melbourne Airport to London?
China Eastern ($1,353) and China Southern ($1,353) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Melbourne Airport to London according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.
What is the most popular stopover airport when flying from Melbourne Airport to London?
KAYAK data for 1-stop return journeys over the past 3 months. Only counts itineraries with the same stopover on both legs.
Dubai Intl (DXB) is the most popular stopover for the Melbourne Airport to London route. 17% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop return journeys over the past 3 months connected via DXB.
What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from Melbourne Airport to London?
Flights via Haikou Meilan Intl (HAK) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of $1,539. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.
When flying from Melbourne Airport to London, which airport offers the shortest stopover?
Dubai Intl (DXB) had the shortest average connection time for Melbourne Airport to London stopovers at 771 minutes over the past 3 months.
Key details for Melbourne Airport to London flights
Low season
February
High season
June
Cheapest flight
$620
Best time to beat the crowds (17% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (7% more expensive on average)
Flights from Melbourne Airport to London Gatwick Airport
When to book flights from Melbourne to London
Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Melbourne to London based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Melbourne Airport to London flight questions, answered
Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.
If I land at Heathrow Airport (LHR), how do I get to the city?
A convenient way to make this journey is by using the Heathrow Express train. The Heathrow Express takes you to Paddington Station in roughly just 15min and runs every 15min or so. A single ticket costs around £25 (A$ 46). The London Underground is a slower but cheaper option, with an Underground station at Heathrow for the Piccadilly line, which conveniently connects to other tube lines. You can pick up an Oyster card at the airport for about £5 (A$ 9.20), plus £3.30 (A$ 6) for the journey to Piccadilly Circus. You can also tap with a contactless card or your smartphone or device instead of using an Oyster card.
Are there car hire options at any of the London airports?
There are multiple car hire options at all of London’s airports. Once you have decided which airport you are flying to, KAYAK can also help you find the best deals for cheap car hire in London. Once you’ve searched your preferred dates above and hit search, click the ‘Cars’ option in the menu.
Are there business facilities at London Heathrow Airport?
London Heathrow Airport’s terminal 3 boasts the Regus Business Lounge, which has a drop-in workspace with full office amenities where you can attend to personal business or conduct small meetings, if necessary. Regus also maintains meeting rooms in terminals 2 and 5, or if you prefer, the Plaza Premium Lounge also offers meeting rooms.
Is there somewhere to park at London Heathrow Airport?
If you’re picking up or dropping off passengers, there is short stay parking at each of the five terminals at London Heathrow Airport, while the long stay parking area will suit those travelling for longer periods. There are also business parking, valet parking and meet & greet parking premium options if you prefer.
Are there onsite hotels at London City Airport?
No, there are no onsite hotels at London City Airport, however Travelodge London City Airport Hotel is just 0.3 kilometres away, while Hampton by Hilton London Docklands is about 0.7 kilometres away and DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel London ExCel is about 1.5 kilometres from the airport. Unfortunately, none of them offer complimentary shuttle service.
What retail options are there at London City Airport?
Unfortunately, London City Airport lacks the range and quantity of retail options offered at some of the larger London airports, however, you can still purchase any necessart last-minute essentials from Boots (after security) or WHSmith (before security). Dixon’s Travel, Aelia Duty Free and Aspinal of London are other stores located at the airport.
Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Melbourne Airport to London flights?
Among airlines operating Melbourne Airport to London flights:
• Qantas Airways: offers free seat selection
Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.
Which airports can I use when flying from Melbourne Airport to London?
Flights from Melbourne Airport to London usually depart from Melbourne (MEL) and may arrive at several airports in London area, including London City (LCY), London Gatwick (LGW), London Heathrow (LHR), London Luton (LTN), London Southend (SEN) and London Stansted (STN).
Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Melbourne Airport to London flights?
Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:
• Qantas Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class • British Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Business Class
Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so travellers should check the fare details before booking.
Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Melbourne Airport to London?
Four cabin classes are available on flights from Melbourne Airport to London:
• Economy class • Premium Economy Class • Business Class • First Class
Prices vary by airline.
How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Melbourne Airport to London?
On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average $1,539 return via Haikou Meilan Intl (HAK), compared with $2,402 for direct.
Which airports do connecting flights from Melbourne Airport to London pass through?
One-stop flights from Melbourne Airport to London most commonly connect through:
• Dubai Intl (DXB) – 17% of one-stop connections • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 15% of one-stop connections • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) – 15% of one-stop connections • Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) – 13% of one-stop connections
Dubai Intl (DXB) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Melbourne Airport to London?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 11% on the Melbourne Airport to London route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $1,682 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,876, a difference of $194. 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 London?
Some of the most popular sights in London are Paddington Station, London Victoria Station, and King's Cross Railway Station. These are among the most viewed places in London on KAYAK.
How expensive are last-minute Melbourne Airport to London flights?
Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 8% above the route average of $1,747. Book 22 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.
How long is a flight from Melbourne Airport to London?
A direct flight from Melbourne Airport to London takes 0h 00m, covering 27,155 km.
Do I need a passport to fly from Melbourne Airport to London?
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.
How are flight prices from Melbourne Airport to London looking right now?
One-way fares from Melbourne Airport to London are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $634, which is 29% below the typical average for this route.
How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Melbourne Airport to London?
Flying via Dubai Intl (DXB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 23h 19m, compared to 23h 20m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) and 23h 32m via Singapore Changi (SIN).
What is the time difference between Melbourne Airport and London?
London is 9 hours behind Melbourne Airport (British Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What car hire options are available in London?
Since London is served by multiple airports, car hire options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into. Near London Heathrow Airport (LHR) – daily rates from around $10:
How much should I expect to pay for a Melbourne Airport to London flight?
Return flights from Melbourne Airport to London range from $1,448 to $2,131, with an average of $1,747 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,448 counts as a good deal.
Your guide to booking Melbourne Airport to London 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 Monday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Monday flights average $1,682 – about $194 less than Saturday (10% savings) based on the last 12 months.
For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 22 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 12% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Melbourne Airport to London trip for February. Fares historically average $1,451 return in that month – typically $775 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Haikou Meilan Intl Airport (HAK) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages $1,539 return on this route – about $863 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, hotels close to the airport you're flying into can be a convenient option.
There are really no bad options for layovers on this flight path, as most of the choices are highly rated airports with good options for facilities and services during a wait between flights. Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) has been voted the world’s best multiple times. Abu Dhabi is a very likely connection on this flight path and offers open-access lounges at good rates, plenty of cafes, smoking areas and even a spa.
All airports in London have good connections to the city, so regardless of which airport you arrive in London through, you will find transit to London City easily and often.
If you need any last minute travel supplies before a long flight, you will find many options at Melbourne Airport (MEL). The shopping options are extensive and include luxury brands and souvenirs.
If you are booking parking at Melbourne Airport for while you are away, make sure to book online in advance for the best rate.
Melbourne International Airport has several air carriers that offer flights from Melbourne to London, including Royal Brunei Airlines, Etihad Airways and China Eastern Airways. Services operate to several of the London metropolitan airports, such as London Heathrow Airport, London Stanstead Airport and London City Airport, so it’s essential to know which airport best suits your travel needs.
Enjoy your flight from Melbourne to London in ultimate luxury, style and comfort with Etihad’s first class “apartment,” which is your own personal suite featuring leather lounge chair, a matching ottoman that converts into a seven-foot long bed, built-in vanity closet and a seven-course meal prepared by private chef in addition to deluxe entertainment options.
Taking the kids with you on your flight from Melbourne to London? If so, you should know that Melbourne Airport has baby changing facilities on the first floor of the departures lounge at international terminal 2 and another in the arrivals lounge of the international terminal. There is also a children’s play area at gate 15B of terminal 2.
Why not enjoy the comfort and hospitality of an airport lounge before your long flight? If you fly Emirates or Qantas, the airlines have lounges on the second floor of the international terminal or you can purchase a pass to either the Plaza Premium Lounge or the Marhaba Lounge, both of which are also on the second floor of terminal 2.
If you need to convert dollars to pounds before your flight from Melbourne to London, you’ll be happy to know that Travelex operates two stores, one each in terminal 1 and terminal 2, near check-in counters D and E. There you can purchase a Travelex Cash Passport or just exchange whatever currency you need for later. International phone cards are also sold there.
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