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Cheapest return fare
$1,382
Typical prices: $1,420-$1,964
Finnair
Sun 1/11Thu 26/11
MEL - LHR • 2 stops
Cheapest direct flights
$1,805
British Airways
Wed 20/1Sun 31/1
MEL - LHR • Direct
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Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Melbourne and London. You’ll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg $1,429 (return)
Shortest trip • 16h 25m (one-way)
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 5 weeks in advance save around 17% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 17% price drop
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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.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from Melbourne to London

Sun, 1 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov
Finnair Logo
15:30 - 09:10MEL  Melbourne-LHR London Heathrow
28h 40m2 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Helsinki-Vantaa
Finnair Logo
18:10 - 07:20LHR  London Heathrow-MEL Melbourne
26h 10m2 stops Helsinki-Vantaa Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
$1,382Finnair
Tue, 3 Nov - Thu, 3 Dec
Finnair Logo
15:30 - 09:10MEL  Melbourne-LHR London Heathrow
28h 40m2 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Helsinki-Vantaa
Finnair Logo
10:20 - 07:20LHR  London Heathrow-MEL Melbourne
34h 00m2 stops Helsinki-Vantaa Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
$1,382Finnair
Fri, 6 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:20 - 06:40MEL  Melbourne-LHR London Heathrow
23h 20m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:45 - 15:10LHR  London Heathrow-MEL Melbourne
32h 25m1 stop Haikou Meilan Intl
$1,383Multiple Airlines
Thu, 3 Sep - Thu, 17 Sep
China Southern Logo
10:20 - 19:40MEL  Melbourne-LGW London Gatwick
42h 20m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
China Southern Logo
11:10 - 19:20LGW  London Gatwick-MEL Melbourne
23h 10m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
$1,386China Southern
Tue, 1 Sep - Wed, 16 Sep
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21:20 - 20:00MEL  Melbourne-LHR London Heathrow
31h 40m1 stop Shenzhen
Shenzhen Airlines Logo
22:05 - 12:00LHR  London Heathrow-MEL Melbourne
28h 55m1 stop Shenzhen
$1,386Shenzhen Airlines
Fri, 6 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:20 - 06:40MEL  Melbourne-LHR London Heathrow
23h 20m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:45 - 15:10LHR  London Heathrow-MEL Melbourne
32h 25m1 stop Haikou Meilan Intl
$1,386Multiple Airlines
Sun, 25 Oct - Mon, 16 Nov
China Eastern Logo
12:00 - 06:30MEL  Melbourne-LGW London Gatwick
29h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
17:00 - 10:00LGW  London Gatwick-MEL Melbourne
30h 00m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$1,387China Eastern
Tue, 27 Oct - Mon, 16 Nov
China Eastern Logo
12:00 - 06:30MEL  Melbourne-LGW London Gatwick
29h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
17:00 - 10:00LGW  London Gatwick-MEL Melbourne
30h 00m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$1,387China Eastern
Fri, 23 Oct - Sat, 14 Nov
China Southern Logo
11:20 - 06:30MEL  Melbourne-LGW London Gatwick
29h 10m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
China Southern Logo
20:20 - 21:30LGW  London Gatwick-MEL Melbourne
62h 10m2 stops Zhengzhou Guangzhou Baiyun
$1,387China Southern
Tue, 27 Oct - Wed, 11 Nov
Shenzhen Airlines Logo
22:15 - 19:10MEL  Melbourne-LHR London Heathrow
31h 55m1 stop Shenzhen
Shenzhen Airlines Logo
21:10 - 13:00LHR  London Heathrow-MEL Melbourne
28h 50m1 stop Shenzhen
$1,387Shenzhen Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Melbourne to London flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Melbourne to London 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 London?

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 London departing in November.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to London from Melbourne Airport usually cost between $1,468 and $2,140 in November.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,382 on Finnair (1 Nov–26 Nov).

What is the cheapest Melbourne Airport to London flight route?

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

The cheapest return flight from Melbourne Airport to London costs $2,260 on the route between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and London Heathrow Airport (LHR). It is also the most popular route.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip 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.

The cheapest month for flights from Melbourne Airport to London is February, where tickets cost $1,515 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and September, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $2,314 and $2,096 respectively.

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

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 London, 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 London, you should book around 5 weeks before departure, which saves you about 17% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 19 weeks before departure.

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Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$639
Best time to beat the crowds (19% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (8% more expensive on average)
Flight from Melbourne to London Heathrow 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.
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 Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to London flights

  • 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.

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

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Melbourne Airport to London was $639 for a one-way ticket and $1,382 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to London?

    When flying out of Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) you will be using Melbourne. You will be landing at one of these airports: London City, London Gatwick, London Heathrow, London Luton, London Southend, or London Stansted.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to London?

    The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to London flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to London?

    SkyTeam, Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) and London, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • What is the most popular stopover when flying to London from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)?

    Singapore is the most popular stopover city among KAYAK users travelling from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to London.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Melbourne to London, Singapore Airlines or Emirates?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Melbourne to London are Singapore Airlines and Emirates. With an average price for the route of $2,047 and an overall rating of 8.2, Singapore Airlines is the most popular choice. Emirates is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $2,056 and an overall rating of 8.1.

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

    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 London.

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

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

    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 London with an airline and back to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) 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 London?

    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 London from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) 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 London

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $2,268 or less round-trip.
  • 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.

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

Other airlines flying from Melbourne to London

Flights from the other most popular airlines that fly from Melbourne to London according to KAYAK users. Prices are the lowest found on KAYAK over the last 7 days. Price and availability are not guaranteed.