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Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Osaka (MEL-OSA)

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

Fri, 14 Nov - Mon, 1 Dec
China Southern Logo
11:25 - 10:55MEL-KIX
25h 30m2 stops
China Southern Logo
13:10 - 21:30KIX-MEL
30h 20m2 stops
$712China Southern
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Thu, 13 Nov - Tue, 25 Nov
China Southern Logo
11:25 - 10:55MEL-KIX
25h 30m2 stops
China Southern Logo
15:25 - 21:30KIX-MEL
28h 05m2 stops
$713China Southern
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Sat, 31 Jan - Mon, 9 Feb
Scoot Logo
13:20 - 14:10MEL-KIX
26h 50m1 stop
Scoot Logo
15:25 - 21:20KIX-MEL
27h 55m1 stop
$802Scoot
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Tue, 3 Feb - Wed, 11 Feb
Scoot Logo
22:35 - 14:10MEL-KIX
17h 35m1 stop
Scoot Logo
15:25 - 12:05KIX-MEL
18h 40m1 stop
$807Scoot
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Thu, 23 Oct - Thu, 30 Oct
China Eastern Logo
12:00 - 20:30MEL-KIX
34h 30m1 stop
China Eastern Logo
13:10 - 10:00KIX-MEL
18h 50m1 stop
$841China Eastern
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Mon, 10 Nov - Mon, 24 Nov
China Eastern Logo
12:00 - 13:20MEL-KIX
27h 20m1 stop
China Eastern Logo
14:20 - 10:00KIX-MEL
17h 40m1 stop
$844China Eastern
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Fri, 14 Nov - Mon, 1 Dec
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09:00 - 18:00MEL-UKB
35h 00m1 stop
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19:00 - 07:00UKB-MEL
34h 00m1 stop
$853Juneyao Airlines
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Wed, 15 Oct - Wed, 22 Oct
Juneyao Airlines Logo
09:00 - 18:00MEL-UKB
35h 00m1 stop
Juneyao Airlines Logo
19:00 - 07:00UKB-MEL
34h 00m1 stop
$861Juneyao Airlines
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Thu, 13 Nov - Tue, 25 Nov
Japan Airlines Logo
07:20 - 07:40MEL-ITM
26h 20m1 stop
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20:05 - 05:40ITM-MEL
31h 35m1 stop
$1,004Japan Airlines
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Tue, 25 Nov - Wed, 10 Dec
Japan Airlines Logo
07:20 - 19:50MEL-ITM
14h 30m1 stop
Japan Airlines Logo
14:40 - 05:40ITM-MEL
13h 00m1 stop
$1,309Japan Airlines
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China Southern
Cheapest • from $712 (return)
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Best reviews • 8.1 score
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When to book
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 3 weeks in advance save around 17% compared to booking last minute.
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June
Cheapest • 16% price drop
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Cheapest return fare
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Overall average: $942
China Southern
Fri 14/11Mon 1/12
MEL - KIX • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
$397
Typical prices: $529-790
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MEL - KIX • 1 stop
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Melbourne to Osaka flights

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

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to Osaka?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Melbourne Airport to Osaka clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If you are looking for a flight deal from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to Osaka, look for departures on Mondays and avoid leaving on a Friday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Osaka, Saturday is the cheapest day to fly and Sunday is the most expensive.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Melbourne Airport to Osaka, 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 Osaka is June, where tickets cost $841 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and April, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,487 and $1,218 respectively.

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

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 Osaka, 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 Osaka, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 17% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 16 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonAugust
Cheapest flight$397
Best time to beat the crowds (16% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 14% lower on average.
Flight from Melbourne to Osaka Kansai Intl

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Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Melbourne to Osaka 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 Airport (Tullamarine) to Osaka flights

  • Which airport is better to fly into to get to Osaka?

    Kansai International Airport is the main international airport serving the Osaka region. Despite its name, Osaka International Airport, also called Itami Airport, is actually a domestic airport. This means you will fly via Tokyo to land there.

  • How can I get from Kansai International Airport to central Osaka?

    There are multiple options for transport to the centre. The Kansai Airport Rapid Service is a rail service to central Osaka (Umeda) that takes about 65min and costs around ¥1300 (A$ 15). There are also bus stops at T1 and T2 with a free shuttle between them. You can buy bus tickets from vending machines at the stops. A taxi to central Osaka takes about 50min and costs around ¥18,300 (A$ 217).

  • How can I get from Osaka International Airport to central Osaka?

    You can catch the Limousine Bus, which will get you to central Osaka (Umeda) in about 45min and cost about ¥670 (A$ 8), while a taxi will take about 20min and cost roughly ¥5900 (A$ 70). You can also take the monorail to Hotarugaike Station and then jump on the Hankyu Takarazuka Line to Osaka-Umeda Station. Total travel time is around 20-25min and the cost is about ¥500 (A$ 6).

  • What reduced-mobility services does Cathay Pacific offer on this route?

    Cathay Pacific offers accessibility services for passengers with reduced mobility. These services include wheelchair assistance, priority boarding and accessible seating, including wider aisles, more legroom and additional armrests. Passengers are advised to contact Cathay Pacific's reservations office in advance to request these services.

  • Which nearby cities can be accessed from Kansai Airport (KIX)?

    Nearby cities that can be accessed from Kansai International Airport include Kyoto, Nara, Kobe and Izumisano, which are accessible by train or bus. Visitors may consider hiring a car to explore cities like Himeji and Wakayama, as they are less accessible by public transportation.

  • What are common stopovers on the route from Melbourne to Osaka?

    The specific stopovers for airlines that fly from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to Osaka may vary depending on the airline. Some of the common stopover cities include Chengdu, Shanghai, Sydney, Tokyo, Hong Kong and Manila.

  • Do I need a visa to travel from Melbourne to Osaka?

    Australian citizens do not need a visa to enter Osaka for stays of up to 90 days, as long as they have a valid passport, a return or onward ticket and sufficient funds to cover their stay. However, other foreign nationals may need a visa to enter Osaka, Japan, depending on their nationality and the purpose of their visit.

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Osaka was $263 for a one-way ticket and $472 for a return.

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

    When flying out of Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) you will be using Melbourne. You will be landing at one of these airports: Osaka Itami or Osaka Kansai Intl.

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

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

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

    SkyTeam is the only airline alliance operating flights between Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) and Osaka.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Melbourne to Osaka, China Airlines or Japan Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Melbourne to Osaka are China Airlines and Japan Airlines. With an average price for the route of $1,091 and an overall rating of 8.3, China Airlines is the most popular choice. Japan Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,135 and an overall rating of 8.3.

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

    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 Osaka.

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

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

    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 Osaka 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 Osaka?

    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 Osaka 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 Osaka

  • Kansai International Airport (KIX) is located on a man-made island in Osaka Bay, connected to the mainland by the Kansai International Airport Bridge. Osaka International Airport (ITM) is located north of Osaka centre.
  • There is one onsite airport hotel at the Kansai International Airport. It is called Hotel Nikko Kansai Airport, is a brief walk from the terminal and has various restaurants onsite as well.
  • Kansai International Airport has a Sky View Observation Hall, where you can get a panoramic view of the planes coming and going. There is also a museum and a shop. The airport offers a shuttle from Bus Stop 1, outside the Passenger Terminal Building to the Observation Hall.
  • Travellers who want to arrive at Kobe Airport (UKB) from Melbourne should consider flying with All Nippon Airways (ANA), as it is the only airline that offers flights that land at this airport.
  • The luggage allowance for AirAsia X flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Osaka is typically one piece of cabin luggage weighing up to 7 kg and measuring up to 56 cm by 36 cm by 23 cm, as well as one small personal item such as a handbag or laptop bag. An additional checked luggage allowance is available for a fee.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying from Melbourne to Osaka

 
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Singapore AirlinesOverall score based on 1365 reviews
8.0Entertainment
7.7Food
8.0Comfort
8.6Crew
8.2Boarding
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I was in a middle seat where I felt a bit too cramped otherwise the trip was good

8.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Sept 2025SIN - BLR
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I was in a middle seat where I felt a bit too cramped otherwise the trip was good

The business class seats were very uncomfortable. When in lie flat position my legs were very restricted.

Lounge a access was excellent as was the attentiveness and service from the crew as always. The food and drink supplied were of good quality. The entertainment system had a good selection and I liked the mapping system supplied. However the screen wild have been bigger and the operation a little smoother to navigate. The seats were barely comfortable, but adequate.

The staff on the plane were attentive and friendly. The frustration with the cabin crew was that we were served second to special diet people. And, we were in economy section. The boarding staff was mediocre. Got scolded for requesting to sit with spouse on 14 hours long flight home. Was told they cannot break up families for us. Didn’t understand how we were denied sitting together as we are husband and wife. After many words of exchange, we were accommodated. Cleaning crew did a horrible job! Bathrooms were unsanitary or dirty from beginning of flight! Didn’t expect sparkling as its economy, but did except decent.

Headwind delayed our flight which wasn’t the airlines fault

Food from Surabaya was below average but from Singapore is much better

The usual excellent experience with Singapore Airlines. The airplane was on time and actually early to Haneda Airport. The onboarding experience was pleasant with no delays, perhaps owing to the fact that the flight was not full. Nevertheless, the air crew were their usual outstanding standards in serving the passengers.

Both the staff at check-in counter and on board were pleasant and helpful. My chicken and mashed potato was good, sauce was tasty, but the zucchini, carrot n other accompanying vegetables were over-cooked a little. (I understand the meal has to be prepared earlier). Yet I would fly on Singapore Airlines again and recommend it to family and friends.

Horrendous. We upgraded and they took the money but cancelled one of our tickets. The recline action didn’t work on the seats for the flight from Singapore to London, pre booked meals but they seemed to have disappeared as well.. Phone customer service was horrendous. Took 5 phone calls and no fix. Craig at the airport was the only one who seemed to be able to get the ticket back.

Very good flight from Boarding to landing -efficient and comfortable with decent entertainment options

I am Vegetarian also has Gluten free food. However they gave me chicken and fish which is gluten free, but i am a vegetrain and i requested crew Hindu meal vegetarian, they said they will come back. .but they never showed up even i asked 2nd time. They could have compensate. I also request airline industry to have another option Gluten Free for Vegetarin people as well. Because Vegetarin people will have gluen issue...

I was only given 2 meals, and my screen showed that there were 3 meals. Second meal was 1-2 hours late according to the screen.

Check in process at the kiosk, crew in flight and overall comfort was good. Food selection could have been better. Flight from Hong Kong to Los Angeles did not have any vegetarian main course option, it was either sea food or chicken. Being a vegetarian I could only eat yogurt and fruit. Most international flights have one vegetarian main course dish which I found missing in Cathay Pacific menu.

Better. I took an aisle seat this time. Although the overheard compartment above the seat ahead of me kept opening up during flight.

If I had blood clots, that window seat would've killed me for certain.

Short staffs, I ask stewardess to bring me cognac twice during dinner but they didn't bring it!

The food and service was great. You have to pay a lot for in flight Internet though which is lame.

I've stomach problems after 2 hours of flight, Iris, the flight purser not only did her best to make me feel comfortable, she went above and beyond providing pain relievers medicines and ointment. She look and found a doctor passenger on the flight to provide advise. She even report on ground staffs about my condition and provide wheelchair upon arrival. Kudos to her and Cathay Pacific!

Crew was great. But a bit understaffed. The business class seat, etc were dated. But comfortable. Some legs had entertainment system from a decade ago. Selections were rather poor. Food was mediocre at best. Actually poor for business class standards. I liked the lounge in Hong Kong. Showers were great. Food was nice.

Very noisy and careless crew on this overnight flight. They should understand customers want to sleep

good flight. food is only so so. I actually did not eat the snack. it does not look too good on the passenger next to me.

Food no variations only beef of chicken no veggie meals

Super surprised with the entire experience. Business class is incredible. Flight attendants around the world could learn customer service from these people. Simply fabulous experience all the way around.

Pillow and blanket are dirty. My son got multiple bites during the flight

Flight was on time. My group paid for seat’s so that us four can be seated next to each other. We all got separated. We all got middle seats, which made it more difficult to be able to get up and stretch or use the restroom. We tried talking to the employees at China Eastern and they were of no help. We will not be taking this flight or recommend this route to others in the future. Also I will be contacting customer service on how I can get our money back for paying for assigned seats.

China eastern was fantastic. I had read so many bad reviews that had made me nervous. However, I found that the flight attendant’s, and customer service check in etc. etc. was excellent. I had no problems. I would fly with them again!

Excellent! I had read some negative reviews but I found out that it was not all was not true! The staff was courteous and helpful. The flight take off and landing was nice & easy. The food was good! I asked for a second and I got it easily and without an attitude! All was wonderful!

Excellent experience however older aeroplanes used by China Eastern Airlines.

The crew were excellent, service amazing, blankets and pillow good, cabin temperature perfect, the flight on time, food was unusual selection however plentiful, price for tickets unbeatable through Kayak. Older aeroplanes used by China Eastern was the only down side.

Delay in off-boarding due to customs at SFO... pilot announcement should have come earlier so passengers don't clog aisles.

Uncoordinated boarding, seat comfort is terrible, even toilet is so small that overweight people wouldn't fit in. Baggage scam with additional fees. Stay away from this airline.

Forthright communication to the customers regarding services offered and any fees involved.

Scoot is a no frills budget airline. Do not expect a legacy airline experience.

I have taken more than 50 flights in the past year and this is the worst onboard experience that I've come across. There's always a risk with budget airlines and their creative views of customer service. Having bought a standard seat, we boarded at the assigned seat - we naturally couldn't choose ourselves as that would be extra cost. After take-off, the person in the row in front leans back their seat. As a frequent flyer, I believe this is their right, so I try to lean my seat back as well to have the same space available. However, my standard seat could not lean back, as the row behind was an exit row. As I had paid for a standard seat, not a less space than standard, I moved to the completely free row behind me. This was not allowed, as due to extra legroom, this would cost extra. Subsequently spent the next 30 mins discussing this scenario with the crew. I have no issues with budget airlines and additional charges, but if I pay for a standard seat, I want a standard seat, not one with less space. As you do not offer me a discount for the less space, do not try and charge me a premium, when I find a free seat with more space. It works both ways Scoot.

Finishes were quite worn, including our very scratched up seatback. No entertainment available, and the WiFi (even for “ScootHub”) was very slow. Crew were somewhat friendly.

Food & lower the prices. Look at Air Asia food look better & affordable

Not a frequent user of their website booking. Booked my check-in baggage and only realized that I did not book my check in baggage for return flight. The receipt was not clear in identifying that as well. Was charged exorbitantly at check in counter. Bad taste for sure when it is a business trip and not leisure trip. Baggage was delayed for more than an hour at belt back in SG.

Boarding took forever. It's also weird that we paid more (for preferred seats) to get on the plane last. Inflight WiFi never worked the entire trip. I want my money back.

The cosmetic condition was pretty run down. The carpets were badly worn out. Even the paint on the wings was chipped and peeled! Looks like they are running these 787s to the ground..

WiFi didn’t work on both sectors so made killing time harder - planes clean modern and good flight crew - would do again if WiFi works

Late leaving and desintuon board showed ‘gate closed’ when they hadn’t even commenced boarding!

Flight was delayed more than 1.5 hours. Gate changed multiple times

The good thing is that the flight got us from Darwin to Brisbane. However, it would have to be the most uncomfortable flight I have ever taken and if I can possibly avoid flying Jetstar again, I will.

no announcement about why we where delayed which is very poor

It was better than I expected. Thought $5 for a small cup of tea was a bit much!

Overall good trip I find seats a bit hard. We were waiting on board for about an hour for 2 passengers with some document issue. This main our arrival late for our pickup person.

15kg allowance is outrageous. Change of time a few days before departure and more than 2 hours of delay in the end. The worse we’ve taken so far in Oceania.

They added the weight of my back to the carryon luggage and charged me NZ$75 for being over 7 kg.

stuck in the aircraft for over three hours due to engineering work, significantly delayed and made a lot of passengers missed the connecting transport, no mention any compensation

Very quiet plane!! One of the quietest planes we have been on.

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