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Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Vancouver (MEL-YVR)

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

Tue, 3 Feb - Wed, 11 Feb
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13:45 - 13:25MEL-YVR
18h 40m1 stop
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08:00 - 12:45YVR-MEL
33h 45m2 stops
$1,434Multiple Airlines
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Sat, 17 Jan - Fri, 20 Feb
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13:55 - 13:25MEL-YVR
18h 30m1 stop
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16:55 - 12:25YVR-MEL
24h 30m2 stops
$1,440Multiple Airlines
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Fri, 30 Jan - Fri, 13 Feb
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10:10 - 00:03MEL-YVR
32h 53m2 stops
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06:15 - 08:00YVR-MEL
30h 45m2 stops
$1,446Delta
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Sat, 25 Apr - Sat, 9 May
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13:30 - 14:30MEL-YVR
18h 00m1 stop
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22:20 - 12:00YVR-MEL
20h 40m1 stop
$1,483Fiji Airways
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Fri, 30 Jan - Fri, 13 Feb
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10:35 - 12:30MEL-YVR
20h 55m1 stop
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18:35 - 09:25YVR-MEL
19h 50m1 stop
$1,527Air New Zealand
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Thu, 13 Nov - Wed, 26 Nov
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15:35 - 11:00MEL-YVR
38h 25m1 stop
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00:05 - 23:00YVR-MEL
27h 55m1 stop
$1,529Cathay Pacific
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Sat, 31 Jan - Sat, 14 Feb
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08:35 - 12:30MEL-YVR
22h 55m1 stop
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18:35 - 10:55YVR-MEL
21h 20m1 stop
$1,562Air New Zealand
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Tue, 11 Nov - Tue, 25 Nov
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06:45 - 20:35MEL-YVR
32h 50m2 stops
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12:35 - 12:30YVR-MEL
28h 55m1 stop
$1,617Cathay Pacific
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Sat, 15 Nov - Sat, 15 Nov
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14:15 - 13:25MEL-YVR
18h 10m1 stop
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20:45 - 12:45YVR-MEL
21h 00m1 stop
$1,730Fiji Airways
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Wed, 12 Nov - Wed, 26 Nov
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16:55 - 10:45MEL-YVR
36h 50m2 stops
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12:45 - 10:15YVR-MEL
50h 30m2 stops
$1,803Japan Airlines
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Delta
Cheapest • from $1,446 (return)
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Best reviews • 8.0 score
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When to book
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October
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Cheapest return fare
$1,434
Typical prices: $1,500-$1,963
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MEL - YVR • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
$772
Typical prices: $777-$1,358
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MEL - YVR • 3 stops
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Melbourne to Vancouver Intl flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Melbourne to Vancouver Intl 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 Vancouver Intl Airport?

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 Vancouver Intl Airport departing in February.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne to Vancouver?

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

If you are looking for a flight deal from Melbourne to Vancouver, look for departures on Fridays and avoid leaving on a Thursday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Vancouver, Monday is the cheapest day to fly and Sunday is the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Vancouver Intl Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Melbourne Airport to Vancouver Intl Airport, 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 Vancouver Intl Airport is October, where tickets cost $1,660 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and January, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $2,600 and $2,165 respectively.

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

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 Vancouver Intl Airport, 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 Vancouver Intl Airport, you should book around 5 weeks before departure, which saves you about 16% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 24 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flight$772
Best time to beat the crowds (6% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (6% more expensive on average)
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When to book flights from Melbourne to Vancouver Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Melbourne to Vancouver Intl 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 to Vancouver flights

  • Are there direct flights from Melbourne to Vancouver?

    There are a few direct flights available from Melbourne International Airport to Vancouver International Airport; however, these flights may cost slightly more. If you opt for a direct flight to Vancouver from Melbourne your flight time will be reduced quite a bit. Air Canada, WestJet, and several other airlines provide direct flights for the route from Melbourne to Vancouver.

  • What family-friendly restaurants can I find at Melbourne International Airport?

    Hungry Jack’s and Billie Chu are just a couple of restaurants that can be found in Melbourne International Airport that cater to families. Billie Chu boasts a kids’ play area as well as a children’s menu.

  • Are there hotels onsite at Vancouver Intl Airport?

    There are quite a few hotels located onsite at the Vancouver Intl Airport, including the Fairmont Vancouver Airport, the Holiday Inn Express, and many others. You will also be able to find several accommodation options near the airport. You will be able to travel to nearby hotels with the use of hotel shuttle services in the event that you will not be staying at a hotel on site.

  • Which terminal is for international departures at Melbourne International Airport?

    You will be able to find international departures in Terminal 2 of the airport. Terminal 3 caters for international and domestic flights.

  • Does the Vancouver Intl Airport provide childcare services?

    The Vancouver Intl Airport does boast the essential child care services such as strollers and essential facilities for youngsters such as changing rooms.

  • Can I carry food items during my flight from Melbourne to Vancouver?

    Different airlines have different rules when it comes to allowing passengers to carry food on flights from Melbourne to Vancouver. Some airlines, like Fiji Airways, only accept onboard meals, while Virgin Australia allows you to bring food. Nevertheless, it should be packed and meet airline standards.

  • Is Virgin Australia suitable for travellers with kids from Melbourne to Vancouver?

    Virgin Australia is a befitting airline for passengers travelling with kids. This airline allows you to carry various comfort items as hand luggage, to ensure your kids enjoy their flight. You can also come with child restraint systems such as harnesses and car seats, provided they meet the required standards.

  • What is the luggage allowance for Fiji Airways economy flights on this route?

    The checked luggage limit for economy-class travellers on Fiji Airways varies depending on the category. Lite passengers are not allowed to bring checked luggage, while those in the Value category can bring one checked bag below 30 kg. Comfort and Plus passengers can carry two checked bags, each less than 30 kg.

  • Which cities are served by Vancouver International Airport (YVR)?

    Vancouver Airport is one of the main airports in Canada that handles international flights. This airport is located on Sea Island in Richmond, British Colombia. Apart from Richmond and Vancouver, this airport serves other cities too. A good example is Surrey, which is roughly 30 km away.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Melbourne Airport to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Vancouver Intl Airport was $772 for a one-way ticket and $1,434 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Melbourne to Vancouver?

    Melbourne airport is called Melbourne and the only airport in Vancouver is Vancouver Intl.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Melbourne to Vancouver?

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Melbourne to Vancouver?

    SkyTeam, Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Melbourne and Vancouver, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Melbourne to Vancouver, Japan Airlines or Fiji Airways?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Melbourne to Vancouver are Japan Airlines and Fiji Airways. With an average price for the route of $1,781 and an overall rating of 8.3, Japan Airlines is the most popular choice. Fiji Airways is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,630 and an overall rating of 8.0.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Melbourne to Vancouver?

    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 to Vancouver.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Melbourne to Vancouver?

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

    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 Vancouver with an airline and back to Melbourne with another airline.

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

    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 Vancouver from Melbourne 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 Vancouver Intl Airport

  • Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is located in Richmond in British Columbia. This airport is the primary hub for the region as it caters to international flights. It is located just 12 km from downtown Vancouver and it is also the second-most-major airport in Canada.
  • If you are travelling from Melbourne International Airport (MEL) to Vancouver, you will be able to get to the Melbourne airport via the SkyBus. The Skybus runs each 10min between the airport and Melbourne CBD. This trip will cost you about A$ 20.
  • If you are travelling from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Vancouver city centre, you can expect a road travel time of roughly 37min depending on traffic. The distance from the airport to the city centre is around 15 km. A taxi for this distance will cost you roughly C$ 35 (A$ 38). Taxi cabs in Vancouver charge a flat fee for trips.
  • There are numerous restaurants situated throughout Vancouver International Airport. Toshi Teppanyaki, Globe@YVR, and Poja’s YVR Airport are just a few eateries that can be found in the airport.
  • You can find multi-faith prayer rooms adjacent to the Departures Area of Melbourne International Airport. There is no cost to gain access to these prayer rooms.
  • The cost to access airport lounges at Vancouver International Airport starts at around C$ 35 (A$ 38). You don't have to be a member of an airline to gain access as long as you are prepared to purchase the day pass.
  • If you are a traveller with reduced mobility, at Melbourne Airport you will be able to find wheelchair services at check-in areas as well as gates and restrooms.
  • The new economy class with Fiji Airways is divided into four categories: Lite, Value, Comfort and Plus. Typically, the costs for each type vary, and passengers get different services and privileges. Choose the suite that suits your needs for a more comfortable flight.
  • If you wish to travel with an emotional support or service animal, consider using Fiji Airways. This airline allows passengers with hearing problems or sight disability to travel with their pets in the aircraft cabin, but you have to inform them in advance.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying from Melbourne to Vancouver Intl

 
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Fiji AirwaysOverall score based on 207 reviews
8.1Boarding
7.4Entertainment
8.5Crew
8.0Comfort
7.5Food
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The airline is ok, but it needs to improve it schedules.

6.0 GoodHon, Oct 2025NAN - SFO
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The airline is ok, but it needs to improve it schedules.

Again, Fijian hospitality was genuine, very comfortable, only improvement would be the entertainment. Why Do they only have 5 episodes of TV shows and from like season three...

Fiji Airways was amazing, will definately be lfying them again. The "Fijian hospitality" is not a catch phrase, it is genuine. the only things that could be improved is the entertainment. Not a great choice of movies, and the TV shows only have about 5 or so episodes, and often of a random season.

They will look to squeeze every penny they can out of you!! Pick your seat$$...bring luggage$$$$... if they could charge you for the air on the plane they would!!

.very good and as I needed wheelchair assistance all staff excellent.. only suggestion is get rid of those plastic chairs hard to ride in and staff have trouble compared to others. Everything else very good experience. Will use Fiji Air again.

In-flight entertainment options could use a refresh, Consider a tie-up with Spotify for more current music and with IMDB or other service for newer selections/movie ratings.

See previous comments. Didn’t take this flight because my other flight was so delayed. Ending up on two other flights as a result and was more than a day late.

6 hour delay and they didnt try to make up any time during an over 10 hour flight

Very good; seat made ready for bed after meal, a plus since one airline covered the seat at the start.

Entertainment was not good. Seems like liquor should’ve been advertised only beer and wine was even though I saw others getting liquor didn’t realize I could. And the food to me could’ve been a little bit.

Nice friendly staff and crew. Love the 787 flight. Get meals and lots of drinks!

Great entertainment options on the screen. uSB A and C chargers. Free WiFi! Crew were excellent.

Service was excellent and they’re very helpful and nice

Check in crew member was very helpful, nice and excellent service👍

Overall the plane was good and the crew great. The big disappointment was the skycouch. Maybe it would be good if you were a parent with 2 small kids travelling but as a couple it's hopeless. It's impossible for 2 adults to lie down so one ends up sitting. We split our time with one lying and the other sitting. We both got more sleep sitting upright. We will never book one again and don't recommend it to anyone.

Aircon set too high so VERY warm and VERY uncomfortable.

Not a comfortable trip, the seats are not good, and they look old.

Lost my luggage and brought someone else luggage to my airport.

I flew United from San Francisco to Auckland. My connecting flight from Auckland to Christchurch was canceled with no explanation. I was finally told the cancellation was due to fog. Even though it was clear when we landed. I am from San Francisco, I know what fog is! And I didn't see any fog. I was told the next available flight was 7 hours later. Unacceptable, they should have had a flight ready to go as soon as it was deemed safe to take off.

Our original flight was cancelled from SFO to AKL on 6/16/25. So we had to stay overnight at a hotel after a 12-hour layover plus 3-hour delay before the cancellation. Then had to fly to LA and then to AKL the following day losing an entire day of our vacation in NZ, that we can never get back.

Leg room wasn't that great. Other than that it was a good flight

Issues: 1) the charging issue as described in my previous survey 2) when I requested diet coke during the breakfast time, it is not available. Why? I can't drink diet coke in the morning? 3) when I tried to transfer to this flight, its gate information was not available to me?

Close to excellent. The only problem is when I try to charge my phone on the USB in front of my seat, the battery level is decreasing rather than increasing. Why?

The lead business class attendant was excellent. Made a point of greeting you and knowing your name by the time you leave.

My connecting flight was canceled or never existed. My stopover went from 1 hour and a half to 10 hours. It was a long day that I wasn't prepared for and it would have been nice to know that ahead of time. Cathay is great though. Great staff, entertainment and food.

Overall pretty good experience. It would be nice to have caught the attendants even they were flying down the aisle with snacks, and if they could cater to multiple dietary restrictions (bland and no lactose. The customer service chat is a bad experience), but otherwise no complaints.

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...

they are deley vancouver to hankong 3 hour after honkong 20 hour stay there honkong not visa approved and they cant help to visa so we are stay in airport 20 hour even honkong staf very bad person they cant do for us 6 hour we arround they said you there you go there waste time next time i dont want to go cathay stay in honkong

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.

it was a great experience as far as business class.. but I have had better meals and wine on other airlines.. that said.. the price was a great value for what I got in return.. crew made the difference.

Basic airline, aircraft and service. AA gets you from point A to B. My flight was delayed by 2 hours too.

No internet on flight, which makes log travels really hard.

Not great. The inflight entertainment was all on an app, and I did not want to watch a film on my phone. Also, the range of options of films was limited.

by the time they got to our row, they were out of some of the food options. games and movies were great but maybe more game options like tetris or pac man would be great

A few more inches of legroom is all i ask

Great as usual, some delays but well communicated and made up for in the air

Business class points redemption - good value for points paid, dubious value if out of your own pocket, domestic class business product okay for this length of flight. The flight left and arrived on time, crew were good, aircraft was a bit old and tired, but still miles ahead of their competitors in Virgin and Jetstar.

Airline running better than post Covid, proper boarding process now implemented, some aircraft feeling a bit old and tired, crew fine, online experience better.

We were upgraded and after just a short delay in attending to a safety check we were on our way. Would definately fly Qantas International on their Dreamliner again.

Five hour flight instead of four hours due to westerly headwinds which wasn’t the fault of Qantas !

Boarding was so so after zone 3 was called all other zones went in

Flight was late leaving. Charge for luggage which still has not arrived and will be delivered in a week.

For goodness sake, board from the back of the plane to the front and assign overhead space. It would fix everything. Seriously.

Ditto to what i said earlier. I thought my earlier response included this flight too!

Obviously the leg room...but I guess that's what business class would be ..expensive though.

Fair. What's the point of partnering with United if we cannot use the lounge. My wife is a frequent flier with United but we were refused access to Air Canada lounge

Flying with Air Canada is still better than the discount airlines like Flair. The seats are more comfortable and the on-board entertainment is better, with each seat having a built in screen and lots of content to watch. Onboard WIFI is also great to have, as well as plugs for charging. I think passengers in general are getting better at not bringing too much luggage onboard, and Air Canada is better at managing this without customers feeling like they are being taken advantage of with extra fees. I have travelled on different airlines and all seem to be loading faster, with fewer people bringing both a carry on and a personal item. Now I just bring one item and it fits under the seat so I don't need to worry about finding a place in the overhead bins. Overall, across the industry, asking customers to pay for carry on baggage is fair because it allows customers to only pay for what they need, and it helps to keep the planes on time. Kudos to Air Canada for its approach - the desired result is achieved without customers feeling that they are being surprised and caught with unexpected extra fees.

I’ve wasted 7 hours of my time because of the delayed. ;(

My outbound trip on Air Canada was cancelled due to the strike. I had to cancel my return flight after booking with other carriers.

Flight issues, landing in Van rough. Attendant on flight to Vancouver was excellent. Delays in Edmonton not your fault but was frustrating

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