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Cheapest return flight
$675
Typical prices: $799-$1,287
XiamenAir
Sat 10/11Sat 24/11
MEL - ICN • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
$1,281
Typical prices: $1,183-$1,983
Korean Air
Wed 7/2Wed 28/2
MEL - ICN • Direct
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Melbourne Airport and Seoul. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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MEL - GMP
Cheapest • 4% average savings
MEL - ICN
Most popular
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When to book
16 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 16 weeks in advance save around 32% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
May
Cheapest • 24% price drop
April
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Bandar Seri Begawan Brunei Intl (BWN)
Cheapest • Avg $781 (return)
Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl (TPE)
Shortest trip • 14h 30m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Seoul (MEL-SEL)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Melbourne to Seoul

Tue, 10 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov
XiamenAir Logo
12:35 - 12:20MEL  Melbourne-ICN Incheon Intl
25h 45m1 stop Xiamen Gaoqi Intl
XiamenAir Logo
13:20 - 10:35ICN  Incheon Intl-MEL Melbourne
19h 15m1 stop Xiamen Gaoqi Intl
$675XiamenAir
2 days ago
Sat, 16 Jan - Sat, 20 Mar
China Southern Logo
08:40 - 21:50MEL  Melbourne-ICN Incheon Intl
15h 10m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
China Southern Logo
13:40 - 21:30ICN  Incheon Intl-MEL Melbourne
29h 50m2 stops Harbin Guangzhou Baiyun
$676China Southern
3+ days ago
Mon, 25 Jan - Thu, 4 Mar
China Southern Logo
08:40 - 21:50MEL  Melbourne-ICN Incheon Intl
15h 10m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
China Southern Logo
16:15 - 21:30ICN  Incheon Intl-MEL Melbourne
27h 15m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
$681China Southern
3+ days ago
Fri, 5 Mar - Mon, 8 Mar
Shenzhen Airlines Logo
22:15 - 13:55MEL  Melbourne-ICN Incheon Intl
17h 40m1 stop Shenzhen
Shenzhen Airlines Logo
18:20 - 13:00ICN  Incheon Intl-MEL Melbourne
16h 40m1 stop Shenzhen
$688Shenzhen Airlines
21 hours ago
Tue, 10 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov
XiamenAir Logo
12:35 - 12:20MEL  Melbourne-ICN Incheon Intl
25h 45m1 stop Xiamen Gaoqi Intl
XiamenAir Logo
13:20 - 10:35ICN  Incheon Intl-MEL Melbourne
19h 15m1 stop Xiamen Gaoqi Intl
$690XiamenAir
3+ days ago
Tue, 23 Feb - Sat, 20 Mar
Shenzhen Airlines Logo
22:15 - 17:15MEL  Melbourne-ICN Incheon Intl
21h 00m1 stop Shenzhen
Shenzhen Airlines Logo
14:55 - 13:00ICN  Incheon Intl-MEL Melbourne
20h 05m1 stop Shenzhen
$709Shenzhen Airlines
1 day ago
Fri, 29 Jan - Sat, 6 Feb
Hainan Airlines Logo
20:45 - 20:15MEL  Melbourne-ICN Incheon Intl
25h 30m1 stop Haikou Meilan Intl
Hainan Airlines Logo
21:20 - 15:30ICN  Incheon Intl-MEL Melbourne
16h 10m1 stop Haikou Meilan Intl
$719Hainan Airlines
1 day ago
Fri, 29 Jan - Sat, 6 Feb
Hainan Airlines Logo
20:45 - 20:15MEL  Melbourne-ICN Incheon Intl
25h 30m1 stop Haikou Meilan Intl
Hainan Airlines Logo
21:20 - 15:30ICN  Incheon Intl-MEL Melbourne
16h 10m1 stop Haikou Meilan Intl
$719Hainan Airlines
1 day ago
Thu, 21 Jan - Wed, 24 Feb
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:15 - 06:20MEL  Melbourne-ICN Incheon Intl
26h 05m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:40 - 00:10ICN  Incheon Intl-MEL Melbourne
15h 30m1 stop Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
$769Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Tue, 23 Feb - Tue, 23 Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
01:00 - 06:20MEL  Melbourne-ICN Incheon Intl
31h 20m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
22:55 - 21:20ICN  Incheon Intl-MEL Melbourne
20h 25m2 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Singapore Changi
$780Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Melbourne Airport to Seoul flights

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

How much is a return flight from Melbourne Airport to Seoul?

Return flights from Melbourne Airport to Seoul typically range from $799 to $1,287. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $675 on XiamenAir.

What is the cheapest Melbourne Airport to Seoul flight route?

There's little price difference between Melbourne Airport to Seoul routes. They average around $1,006 return, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne Airport to Seoul?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne Airport to Seoul. It's 7% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 10% higher.

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

•May is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Seoul at $796 return.
•December ($1,526) and September ($1,198) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 91% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Melbourne Airport to Seoul the cheapest?

Flights from Melbourne Airport to Seoul are cheapest 16 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 32% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Melbourne Airport to Seoul flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$321
Beat the crowds with an average 23% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 36% increase in travellers.
One-way flight from Melbourne Airport to Incheon Intl Airport

When to book flights from Melbourne to Seoul

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

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Melbourne Airport to Seoul?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Melbourne Airport to Seoul:

    • Earliest: departs at 22:00 and lands at 09:35
    • Latest: departs at 22:00 and lands at 09:35.

    The flight takes about 11h 35m.

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

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Melbourne Airport to Seoul:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Melbourne Airport to Seoul?

    A direct flight from Melbourne Airport to Seoul takes 11h 35m, covering 13,770 km.

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

    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 much should I expect to pay for a Melbourne Airport to Seoul flight?

    Return flights from Melbourne Airport to Seoul range from $799 to $1,287, with an average of $1,042 over the past 12 months. Anything below $799 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Melbourne Airport to Seoul flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 15% above the $1,042 route average. Book 16 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Melbourne Airport to Seoul?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average $781 return via Bandar Seri Begawan Brunei Intl (BWN), compared with $1,515 for direct.

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

    One-way fares from Melbourne Airport to Seoul are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $392, which is 35% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car hire options are available in Seoul?

    Since Seoul is served by multiple airports, car hire options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Incheon Intl Airport (ICN) – daily rates from around $67:

    • WECAR
    • Wheego
    • Yesaway
    • Alamo
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

    Near Seoul Gimpo Intl Airport (GMP) – daily rates from around $73:

    • Wheego
    • Yesaway
    • Hi Rent
    • Europcar
    • Cartago Rent A Car

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

    Flights from Melbourne Airport to Seoul usually depart from Melbourne (MEL) and may arrive at several airports in Seoul area, including Seoul Gimpo Intl (GMP) and Incheon Intl (ICN).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Melbourne Airport to Seoul pass through?

    One-stop flights from Melbourne Airport to Seoul most commonly connect through:

    • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) – 22% of one-stop connections
    • Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) – 20% of one-stop connections
    • Singapore Changi (SIN) – 17% of one-stop connections
    • Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) – 16% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 16% on flights from Melbourne Airport to Seoul. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $969 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,151, a difference of $182.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Melbourne Airport to Seoul?

    Only Korean Air operates flights between Melbourne Airport and Seoul.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Melbourne Airport to Seoul?

    Flying via Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl (TPE) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 14h 30m, compared to 14h 54m via Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) and 15h 18m via Hong Kong Intl (HKG).

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

    Seoul is 2 hours behind Melbourne Airport (Korean Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Melbourne Airport to Seoul flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Korean Air: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Melbourne Airport to Seoul 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $969, about $182 less than Friday fares (16% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 16 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 32% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Melbourne Airport to Seoul trip for May. Fares historically average $796 return in that month – typically $730 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 Bandar Seri Begawan Brunei Intl Airport (BWN) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages $781 return on this route – about $734 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.

    Near Incheon Intl Airport

    • Grand Hyatt Incheon
    • Hotel Ora Incheon
    • Hotel Hu Incheon Airport

    Near Seoul Gimpo Intl Airport

    • Inter City Seoul
    • LOTTE City Hotel Gimpo Airport
    • Mayfield Hotel & Resort Seoul

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