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Cheapest return flight
$1,310
Typical prices: $1,407-$2,091
Air Canada
Sun 18/11Fri 23/11
MEL - BOS • 3 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
$811
Typical prices: $832-$1,153
Multiple Airlines
Mon 22/1
MEL - BOS • 3 stops
Direct flights
There are currently no direct flights between Melbourne Airport and Boston. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 19 weeks in advance save around 36% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 22% price drop
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg $1,698 (return)
Shortest trip • 25h 11m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Boston (MEL-BOS)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Melbourne to Boston

Mon, 16 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
American Airlines Logo
22:45 - 16:29MEL  Melbourne-BOS Boston Logan Intl
33h 44m1 stop Los Angeles
American Airlines Logo
06:00 - 05:00BOS  Boston Logan Intl-MEL Melbourne
31h 00m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$1,473American Airlines
Mon, 16 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
American Airlines Logo
22:45 - 09:25MEL  Melbourne-BOS Boston Logan Intl
26h 40m2 stops Los Angeles New York John F Kennedy Intl
American Airlines Logo
06:00 - 05:00BOS  Boston Logan Intl-MEL Melbourne
31h 00m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$1,473American Airlines
Mon, 16 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
Delta Logo
10:10 - 22:55MEL  Melbourne-BOS Boston Logan Intl
28h 45m2 stops Los Angeles New York John F Kennedy Intl
Delta Logo
06:05 - 08:00BOS  Boston Logan Intl-MEL Melbourne
33h 55m2 stops Salt Lake City Los Angeles
$1,496Delta
Wed, 18 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
Delta Logo
10:10 - 23:22MEL  Melbourne-BOS Boston Logan Intl
29h 12m2 stops Los Angeles Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
11:00 - 08:00BOS  Boston Logan Intl-MEL Melbourne
29h 00m2 stops Salt Lake City Los Angeles
$1,499Delta
Tue, 3 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov
United Airlines Logo
12:45 - 21:59MEL  Melbourne-BOS Boston Logan Intl
25h 14m2 stops San Francisco Newark
United Airlines Logo
07:15 - 09:30BOS  Boston Logan Intl-MEL Melbourne
34h 15m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Los Angeles
$1,508United Airlines
Tue, 3 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov
United Airlines Logo
12:45 - 19:19MEL  Melbourne-BOS Boston Logan Intl
22h 34m1 stop San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
09:00 - 10:30BOS  Boston Logan Intl-MEL Melbourne
33h 30m1 stop San Francisco
$1,508United Airlines
Thu, 19 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov
Qantas Airways Logo
12:00 - 20:37MEL  Melbourne-BOS Boston Logan Intl
24h 37m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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07:00 - 05:00BOS  Boston Logan Intl-MEL Melbourne
30h 00m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$1,549Qantas Airways
Tue, 3 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov
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12:00 - 17:08MEL  Melbourne-BOS Boston Logan Intl
21h 08m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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10:45 - 10:20BOS  Boston Logan Intl-MEL Melbourne
31h 35m2 stops Los Angeles Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,559Qantas Airways
Tue, 3 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov
Virgin Australia Logo
12:45 - 19:19MEL  Melbourne-BOS Boston Logan Intl
22h 34m1 stop San Francisco
Virgin Australia Logo
09:00 - 10:30BOS  Boston Logan Intl-MEL Melbourne
33h 30m1 stop San Francisco
$1,589Virgin Australia
Thu, 3 Dec - Thu, 10 Dec
Virgin Australia Logo
12:45 - 21:24MEL  Melbourne-BOS Boston Logan Intl
24h 39m1 stop San Francisco
Virgin Australia Logo
07:30 - 10:30BOS  Boston Logan Intl-MEL Melbourne
35h 00m1 stop San Francisco
$1,845Virgin Australia
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Melbourne Airport to Boston 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 Boston?

Return flights from Melbourne Airport to Boston typically range from $1,407 to $2,091. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,310 on Air Canada.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne Airport to Boston. It’s 9% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 9% higher.

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

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Boston at $1,303 return.
•September ($2,053) and July ($1,925) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 57% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Melbourne Airport to Boston the cheapest?

Flights from Melbourne Airport to Boston are cheapest 19 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 36% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Melbourne Airport to Boston flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$811
Beat the crowds with an average 46% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 80% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Melbourne Airport to Boston

When to book flights from Melbourne to Boston

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

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

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

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

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

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

    A direct flight from Melbourne Airport to Boston takes 00m, covering 27,245 km.

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

    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 Boston flight?

    Return flights from Melbourne Airport to Boston range from $1,407 to $2,091, with an average of $1,663 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,407 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 18% above the $1,663 route average. Book 19 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Melbourne Airport to Boston changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,473 to $4,150. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Melbourne Airport to Boston are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,552, which is 59% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Boston Logan Intl Airport (BOS)?

    Boston Logan Intl Airport (BOS) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $33 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Thrifty
    • Sixt

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

    Flights from Melbourne Airport to Boston usually depart from Melbourne (MEL) and arrive at Boston Logan Intl (BOS).

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

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

    • San Francisco (SFO) – 44% of one-stop connections
    • Los Angeles (LAX) – 40% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) – 7% of one-stop connections
    • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) – 4% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 17% on flights from Melbourne Airport to Boston. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $1,516 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $1,819, a difference of $303.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    Flying via Los Angeles (LAX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 24h 45m, compared to 25h 11m via San Francisco (SFO) and 25h 41m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

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

    Boston is 15 hours behind Melbourne Airport (Eastern Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Boston?

    Some of the most popular sights in Boston are John B. Hynes Veterans Memorial Convention Center, Boston Marriott Copley Place, and Sheraton Boston Hotel. These are among the most viewed places in Boston on KAYAK.

  • Can I fly directly from Melbourne Airport to Boston Logan Airport?

    There are no direct flights available from Melbourne Airport to Boston Logan Airport. When you fly from Melbourne Airport with Cathay Pacific, you will usually have to make one layover in Hong Kong before you arrive in Boston. On flights from Melbourne with United Airlines, you will usually have to make one layover at LAX. On some United Airlines flights, passengers will be required to make two layovers.

  • Is transport available from Boston Airport?

    There is a free Silver Line bus shuttle that runs from Boston Airport to Boston’s South Station Rail & Bus Terminal. This service departs regularly from outside the main airport terminal. From the South Station, passengers can take buses on the Red or Blue Line to connect with Boston city centre and the downtown area. Buses to the city take around 40min and cost about US$ 3 (A$ 4).

  • Are currency exchange services available at Boston Airport?

    Currency exchange and banking services are available inside Boston Logan Airport. Arrivals at the airport can find currency exchange offices in Arrivals Terminal E for exchanging cash when they land. You can also pre-order cash to be collected from the currency exchange when you arrive in Boston.

Your guide to booking Melbourne Airport to Boston 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 Sunday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Sunday flights average $1,516, about $303 less than Thursday fares (17% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 19 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 36% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Melbourne Airport to Boston trip for February. Fares historically average $1,303 return in that month – typically $750 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Boston Logan Intl Airport.

    • Hyatt Regency Boston Harbor
    • Hilton Garden Inn Boston Logan Airport
    • Hilton Boston Logan Airport
  • There is convenient long- and short-stay parking available at Melbourne Airport (MEL). Parking spaces can be pre-booked online, and prices vary depending on where and when you book. Passengers will find Premium and Business Parking just a short walk from the airport terminals. However, for Value Parking, passengers should be aware that there is a roughly 10min shuttle ride to the airport.
  • Passengers flying first class to Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) from Melbourne with Cathay Pacific can enjoy the Cathay Pacific Lounge, which is located on the first floor of Terminal 2.
  • Passengers arriving at Boston Logan Airport can stay at the Hilton Boston Logan Airport Hotel, which is directly connected to the airport terminals via the airport sky bridge.

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