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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, 11 Nov - Tue, 11 Nov
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05:55 - 15:55MEL-YVR
29h 00m1 stop
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22:55 - 08:35YVR-MEL
38h 40m1 stop
$1,483Philippine Airlines
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Sun, 24 Aug - Fri, 29 Aug
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13:30 - 00:04MEL-YVR
27h 34m2 stops
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08:45 - 12:00YVR-MEL
34h 15m2 stops
$1,488
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Sat, 26 Jul - Wed, 27 Aug
Japan Airlines Logo
07:25 - 11:40MEL-YVR
21h 15m1 stop
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13:48 - 05:45YVR-MEL
46h 57m2 stops
$1,587Japan Airlines
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Sun, 10 Aug - Fri, 29 Aug
Air China Logo
20:00 - 10:00MEL-YVR
31h 00m1 stop
Air China Logo
13:00 - 14:35YVR-MEL
32h 35m1 stop
$1,596Air China
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Fri, 25 Jul - Sun, 17 Aug
Japan Airlines Logo
12:05 - 11:40MEL-YVR
40h 35m2 stops
Japan Airlines Logo
14:05 - 08:50YVR-MEL
49h 45m2 stops
$1,601Japan Airlines
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Sun, 9 Nov - Mon, 8 Dec
Air China Logo
20:15 - 09:00MEL-YVR
31h 45m1 stop
Air China Logo
12:00 - 15:45YVR-MEL
32h 45m1 stop
$1,624Air China
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Mon, 1 Sep - Tue, 16 Sep
Cathay Pacific Logo
23:45 - 21:50MEL-YVR
39h 05m1 stop
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14:10 - 11:15YVR-MEL
28h 05m1 stop
$1,669Cathay Pacific
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Mon, 1 Sep - Tue, 16 Sep
Cathay Pacific Logo
23:45 - 21:50MEL-YVR
39h 05m1 stop
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14:10 - 18:45YVR-MEL
35h 35m2 stops
$1,739Cathay Pacific
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Mon, 10 Nov - Mon, 8 Dec
Air Canada Logo
08:00 - 06:50MEL-YVR
17h 50m1 stop
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23:45 - 17:40YVR-MEL
22h 55m1 stop
$1,749Air Canada
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Mon, 10 Nov - Wed, 10 Dec
Air Canada Logo
08:00 - 06:50MEL-YVR
17h 50m1 stop
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23:55 - 14:15YVR-MEL
19h 20m1 stop
$1,785Air Canada
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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 round-trip flight from Melbourne Airport to Vancouver Intl Airport?

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 February, where tickets cost $1,732 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $2,526 and $2,055 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 4 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 24 weeks before departure.


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Low seasonFebruary
High seasonJune
Cheapest flight$788
Best time to beat the crowds (9% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (8% 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 $517 for a one-way ticket and $973 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?

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

  • What is the most popular stopover when flying to Vancouver from Melbourne?

    Nadi is the most popular stopover city among KAYAK users travelling from Melbourne to Vancouver.

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Melbourne to Vancouver are Japan Airlines and China Airlines. With an average price for the route of $1,790 and an overall rating of 8.3, Japan Airlines is the most popular choice. China Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,783 and an overall rating of 8.3.

  • 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

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Melbourne to Vancouver. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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Fiji AirwaysOverall score based on 201 reviews
8.5Crew
8.1Boarding
7.5Entertainment
8.0Comfort
7.5Food
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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!!

4.0 OkayChristopher, June 2025NAN - SYD
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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.

Food choices perhaps not the best. Only offered beer and wine, when it appeared other liquor was available. Entertainment wasn’t so good.

They charged me over a $1000 dollars to bring two surfboard bags as check baggage. Inappropriate and I would avoid flying sgain

The experience on Fiji Airways was absolutely amazing. Streamlined. All staff was amazing. Pleasant. Friendly. Extremely helpful.

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.

Two hours was not enough time to transition from the international to domestic terminal. You have to go through customs, a biological hazard check, gather your luggage, take a bus to the domestic terminal and recheck your luggage. The bus was slow and crowded and the lines to recheck your bags were very long. We missed our connecting flight. Initially, the Air New Zealand officials were not helpful at all in helping to get us on another flight. Told us we would have to buy another ticket for a flight 11 hours later. Found another agent that was more helpful. He helped arrange to get us on standby for another flight three hours later. Had to ride in jump seats next to the flight attendants, but at least we eventually got to out destination.

Full flight. Flight attendants were harried. Otherwise, fine for the typical cramped seating conditions in coach.

Great! Flight was delayed by 30 mins but all was great. Thanks.

The business class upgrade meant a good sleep on the way home after a long week away. Excellent service, great food, and comfortable seat/bed for the journey.

I love the “boarding from the back” idea - it’s so much better than the “Zones” idea that many others use. Also, the inflight wifi was a first for me! Very nice to have on a 13-hour flight!

Again, Air New Zealand was great. They kept bathrooms clean, food was actually very good, New Zealand wines a big hit

The issue was with getting our boarding pases. There were issues with our arrangements that were made through Kayak. I am sorry to say that we will not use you again because of this. The flight itself was good and the flight attendants excellent.

Arriving at Coolangatta, rows 20 forward, took the airbridge across to the terminal. It was suggested to those from rows 21 back, that we take the rear stairs and to be careful crossing the tarmac. That was all well and good. However, when we got across to the terminal we then had to climb three large flights of stairs to meet up with those coming across the airbridge. No elevator! There were people carrying babies and elderly carrying hand luggage that needed assistance from others.. There was no option to turn back.

It was good for a short domestic flight. As no food ar entertainment provided, there should be a n/a rating available for those.

Entertainment for kids was good. Good was terrible, needs lots of work.

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.

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

Flight was delayed at the last minute for six hours. Instead of delaying it to a normal hour, they moved it to 10 pm to essentially make it a redeye. There was no compensation or benefit offered for this inconvenience. Once on the plane, Inpaid for WiFi twice with both times it not working because of a “weak WiFi signal”, according to the flight attendants. They also chose the farther possible gates in both airports from the entrance/exit, even though they were one of the few active flights left so late in the evening. Overall it was pretty horrible.

So so, crew was overly professional and lacks human touch. Equipment is very old, especially the HKG-PVG CX366 flight. That plane along with its decor must have twenty years of history, or at least I had that impression.

Worst experience I have ever had with any airline in over 25 years.

I have a Peanut Allergy and the Steward staff were very accommodating in ensuring my safety as my allergy is life threatening. Very professional and so vested in their profession.

very professional and very attentive to my Special Needs as I required a Wheel Chair and assistance to board

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.

One of the oldest most uncomfortable "lay down" seats I've ever experienced. Old plane and old seats that don't lay flat. The seat back does not even recline - at all. Instead the legrest awkwardly extends to fill the gap between a small cubby into which you must insert your feet/legs. I am 5' 11" and could not lay straight but had to tuck my knees. Ticket was also very expensive. Would not recommend flying business/first on Finair from Melbourne to Bangkok and will not do so again myself.

The wifi was out. Otherwise it was great flight. Richard, as CSM, was excellent.

Traditional economy class. Not a full flight so spare seats. Food and drinks were good

Was bumped to a later flight because of inefficiency on part of the airline.

Inflight entertainment, poor that there are no headrest screens on aircraft used for an international flight.

The Emerits/Qantas flight was cancelled to Wellington. We need a refund. Had to buy another airline ticket. How do we get the refund. Still not in Wellington.

Delayed QF59 flight once again, Qantas doesn't fail in maintaining there delayed departures and arrivals. USB points do not work nor do the power point sockets on the plane, Qantas staff admitted that on the flight. Don't expect to your charge devices. Saving grace, was the ice cream. Bottom line, if you expect to fly to HND and make it on time avoid Qantas and if you're interested in ice cream - visit 7/11.

Pretty excellent. I don’t know what the pilot could have done better with the bumping ( there was a storm) nor what happened to my ears coming down into bendigo. It doesn’t happen coming down into Sydney just the return flight. I wonder why?

Touch screens were very difficult to use, generally being laggy and unresponsive- it was quite an art to get it to play the thing you wanted rather than some thing at random. Selection of films and Tv was good when touchscreen decided to finally respond.

Their aircraft are old and amenities lack way behind other international carriers leaving from BNE. Even in economy

My entertainment system was very jittery. Of course no food unless you pay, and even then choices are very limited. I got a free beer, though.

Meet my expectations and I’m happy I choose sir Canada

Aircraft had technical issues. After 3 hours of trying to resolve, flight was cancelled. Was booked on a flight leaving 12 hours after intended departure. Now on 4 flights instead of 2 and a day late to my destination.

Great flights. 90 minute departure delay for maintenance issues, not a great start but, afer that very good. Didn't pay extra for seats and lucked into a window and an aisle seat. Price was excellent at the super low economy level.

Before final boarding, my husband and I — both seniors — were told that we could not bring our carry-on bags with us due to being in Zone 6. The staff took our bags with little explanation, stating it was policy. While we understand boarding procedures may vary by zone, the way we were spoken to was unnecessarily rude and dismissive. We felt disrespected and singled out, and the interaction left us deeply uncomfortable. As seniors, we expect to be treated with courtesy and dignity, especially during travel when accommodations and communication matter most. We hope you will look into this matter and ensure better training for staff in handling such situations with more empathy and professionalism.

The connecting flight was canceled without any compensation. I spent the whole night in Vancouver International. Very bad experience.

My luggage passed security but just before boarding the plane I watched as my luggage was thrown on the belt to enter the plane in Windsor and my luggage cover was half off. it was damaged before even making it onto the plane! I’ve had the luggage and covered for a year and have never had any issues. I mentioned it to an Air Canada employee who told me to use the app to make the crew aware of this (she said so they could fix it) but sure enough my luggage was damaged with no cover in sight! I sent an email to AC that was ignored. Awful experience! Also, a 4.5 hour flight and you are offered pretzels or a cheap single cookie?? Wow. The return flight did not have any entertainment available unless you used your own device and their wifi. The USB plug on the back of the seat did not charge my phone so my battery drained by using it for a short period of time. There was no warning that this was the case prior to boarding the aircraft. Lastly, the plane was freezing. I asked if they had any small blankets (which used to be standard) and was told they were only for the front section. Would never fly AC again!

Just a little improvement on food but everything is excellent

Enjoyed the flights with Air Canada. Friendly, courteous staff and flight crew - kept us informed and efficiently got us boarded and to destination on time. Seats were reasonably comfortable and good room in the overhead spaces.

Almost no food given on a 5-hour flight (only a cookie, which is almost a joke). Boarding was a mess (as always, in Montreal boarding by zones is chaotic and the lines are a total mess). The entertainment system was old and with a limited selection.

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