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Cheapest return flight
$1,366
Typical prices: $1,347-$1,745
Delta
Sat 3/11Sat 17/11
MEL - AUS • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
$866
Typical prices: $867-$1,223
Multiple Airlines
Fri 2/2
MEL - AUS • 3 stops
Direct flights
There are currently no direct flights between Melbourne Airport and Austin. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Cheapest • 19% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $1,488 (return)
Shortest trip • 19h 56m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Austin (MEL-AUS)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Melbourne to Austin

Tue, 3 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov
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10:10 - 21:28MEL  Melbourne-AUS Austin Bergstrom
28h 18m1 stop Los Angeles
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13:36 - 08:00AUS  Austin Bergstrom-MEL Melbourne
25h 24m1 stop Los Angeles
$1,366Delta
2 days ago
Tue, 3 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov
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10:10 - 21:42MEL  Melbourne-AUS Austin Bergstrom
28h 32m2 stops Los Angeles Salt Lake City
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12:31 - 08:00AUS  Austin Bergstrom-MEL Melbourne
26h 29m2 stops Salt Lake City Los Angeles
$1,366Delta
2 days ago
Mon, 9 Nov - Mon, 14 Dec
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10:10 - 22:07MEL  Melbourne-AUS Austin Bergstrom
28h 57m2 stops Los Angeles Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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13:06 - 08:00AUS  Austin Bergstrom-MEL Melbourne
25h 54m1 stop Los Angeles
$1,366Delta
3+ days ago
Mon, 9 Nov - Mon, 14 Dec
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12:45 - 20:58MEL  Melbourne-AUS Austin Bergstrom
25h 13m2 stops San Francisco Denver Intl
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13:00 - 09:30AUS  Austin Bergstrom-MEL Melbourne
27h 30m2 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles
$1,374United Airlines
3+ days ago
Mon, 9 Nov - Mon, 14 Dec
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12:45 - 17:39MEL  Melbourne-AUS Austin Bergstrom
21h 54m1 stop San Francisco
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08:00 - 09:30AUS  Austin Bergstrom-MEL Melbourne
32h 30m1 stop Los Angeles
$1,374United Airlines
3+ days ago
Mon, 9 Nov - Mon, 14 Dec
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12:45 - 22:55MEL  Melbourne-AUS Austin Bergstrom
27h 10m1 stop San Francisco
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13:00 - 09:30AUS  Austin Bergstrom-MEL Melbourne
27h 30m2 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles
$1,374United Airlines
3+ days ago
Fri, 19 Feb - Mon, 22 Feb
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22:45 - 15:39MEL  Melbourne-AUS Austin Bergstrom
33h 54m2 stops Los Angeles Dallas/Fort Worth
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17:05 - 05:00AUS  Austin Bergstrom-MEL Melbourne
42h 55m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$1,649American Airlines
3+ days ago
Mon, 1 Feb - Mon, 15 Feb
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22:45 - 14:14MEL  Melbourne-AUS Austin Bergstrom
32h 29m2 stops Los Angeles Dallas/Fort Worth
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17:05 - 05:00AUS  Austin Bergstrom-MEL Melbourne
42h 55m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$1,649American Airlines
3+ days ago
Tue, 8 Dec - Wed, 13 Jan
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12:10 - 17:37MEL  Melbourne-AUS Austin Bergstrom
22h 27m2 stops Auckland Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
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08:00 - 08:55AUS  Austin Bergstrom-MEL Melbourne
31h 55m2 stops Los Angeles Auckland Intl
$2,608Air New Zealand
1 day ago
Tue, 8 Dec - Sun, 17 Jan
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12:10 - 17:37MEL  Melbourne-AUS Austin Bergstrom
22h 27m2 stops Auckland Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
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16:16 - 08:55AUS  Austin Bergstrom-MEL Melbourne
23h 39m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Auckland Intl
$2,608Air New Zealand
1 day ago
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Melbourne Airport to Austin 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 Austin?

Return flights from Melbourne Airport to Austin typically range from $1,347 to $1,745. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,366 on Delta.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne Airport to Austin. It’s 15% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 9% higher.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Austin at $1,273 return.
•August ($1,745) and December ($1,678) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 37% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Key details for Melbourne Airport to Austin flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$866
Beat the crowds with an average 66% drop in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Melbourne Airport to Austin

When to book flights from Melbourne to Austin

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Melbourne to Austin 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 Austin 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 Austin?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Melbourne Airport to Austin:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class

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

    A direct flight from Melbourne Airport to Austin takes 00m, covering 22,987 km.

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

    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 Austin flight?

    Return flights from Melbourne Airport to Austin range from $1,347 to $1,745, with an average of $1,578 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,347 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Melbourne Airport to Austin 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 $1,366 to $10,904. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Melbourne Airport to Austin are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,108, which is 11% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Austin Bergstrom Airport (AUS)?

    Austin Bergstrom Airport (AUS) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $19 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Europcar
    • Hertz
    • Fox
    • Thrifty
    • Easirent

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

    Flights from Melbourne Airport to Austin usually depart from Melbourne (MEL) and arrive at Austin Bergstrom (AUS).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Melbourne Airport to Austin?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Melbourne Airport to Austin?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Melbourne Airport to Austin route, 17% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 20m.

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

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

    • San Francisco (SFO) – 51% of one-stop connections
    • Los Angeles (LAX) – 36% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) – 13% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 22% on flights from Melbourne Airport to Austin. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,351 return on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $1,729, a difference of $378.

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

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

    Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 19h 56m, compared to 22h 01m via San Francisco (SFO) and 22h 02m via Los Angeles (LAX).

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

    Austin is 16 hours behind Melbourne Airport (Central Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Austin?

    Paramount Theatre is one of the most viewed places in Austin on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Melbourne Airport to Austin 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $1,351, about $378 less than Tuesday fares (22% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Melbourne Airport to Austin trip for January. Fares historically average $1,273 return in that month – typically $472 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Qantas Airways. Over the past three months, 86% of Qantas Airways flights from Melbourne Airport to Austin arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 83%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 1h 20m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Austin Bergstrom Airport.

    • Hyatt Place Austin Airport
    • Microtel Inn and Suites by Wyndham Austin Airport
    • Hilton Austin Airport

More options for your flight from Melbourne to Austin

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