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Cheapest return flight
$1,675
Typical prices: $2,024-$2,579
Air India
Wed 25/4Mon 7/5
ZRH - MEL • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
$782
Typical prices: $1,147-$1,625
Multiple Airlines
Sat 24/11
ZRH - MEL • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Zurich and Melbourne Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
22 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 22 weeks in advance save around 27% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 18% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL)
Cheapest • Avg $1,446 (return)
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH)
Shortest trip • 21h 38m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Zurich to Melbourne (ZRH-MEL)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Zurich to Melbourne

Wed, 17 Mar - Fri, 19 Mar
Air India Logo
20:40 - 07:30ZRH  Zurich-MEL Melbourne
24h 50m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
Air India Logo
01:30 - 19:00MEL  Melbourne-ZRH Zurich
27h 30m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
$1,629Air India
3+ days ago
Sun, 25 Apr - Fri, 7 May
Air India Logo
20:50 - 17:55ZRH  Zurich-MEL Melbourne
37h 05m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
Air India Logo
19:35 - 19:15MEL  Melbourne-ZRH Zurich
31h 40m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
$1,675Air India
3+ days ago
Mon, 25 Jan - Mon, 15 Feb
Multiple Airlines Logo
21:40 - 16:45ZRH  Zurich-MEL Melbourne
33h 05m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
22:35 - 13:45MEL  Melbourne-ZRH Zurich
25h 10m2 stops Singapore Changi Istanbul
$1,730Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Sun, 25 Apr - Fri, 7 May
Oman Air Logo
20:35 - 05:25ZRH  Zurich-MEL Melbourne
48h 50m2 stops Muscat Seeb Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
Oman Air Logo
15:30 - 19:05MEL  Melbourne-ZRH Zurich
59h 35m2 stops Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta Intl Muscat Seeb
$1,749Oman Air
3+ days ago
Mon, 1 Mar - Tue, 16 Mar
China Eastern Logo
09:10 - 14:05ZRH  Zurich-MEL Melbourne
42h 55m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
22:30 - 06:55MEL  Melbourne-ZRH Zurich
42h 25m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$1,756China Eastern
3+ days ago
Sun, 6 Dec - Mon, 21 Dec
Turkish Airlines Logo
10:55 - 20:45ZRH  Zurich-MEL Melbourne
23h 50m2 stops Istanbul Singapore Changi
Turkish Airlines Logo
22:35 - 13:45MEL  Melbourne-ZRH Zurich
25h 10m2 stops Singapore Changi Istanbul
$1,804Turkish Airlines
3+ days ago
Fri, 20 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:25 - 04:30ZRH  Zurich-MEL Melbourne
32h 05m3 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta Intl Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai
Multiple Airlines Logo
05:30 - 06:30MEL  Melbourne-ZRH Zurich
35h 00m3 stops Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$1,807Multiple Airlines
2 days ago
Thu, 7 Jan - Sat, 6 Feb
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:45 - 10:00ZRH  Zurich-MEL Melbourne
37h 15m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Shanghai Pu Dong
Multiple Airlines Logo
01:50 - 20:55MEL  Melbourne-ZRH Zurich
29h 05m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Frankfurt am Main
$1,807Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Mon, 25 Jan - Mon, 15 Feb
Etihad Airways Logo
15:00 - 16:45ZRH  Zurich-MEL Melbourne
39h 45m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
18:05 - 06:30MEL  Melbourne-ZRH Zurich
22h 25m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$1,822Etihad Airways
3+ days ago
Sat, 21 Nov - Tue, 8 Dec
Etihad Airways Logo
10:30 - 16:45ZRH  Zurich-MEL Melbourne
20h 15m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
18:05 - 06:30MEL  Melbourne-ZRH Zurich
22h 25m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$1,839Etihad Airways
3+ days ago
Booking Insights

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

Return flights from Zurich to Melbourne Airport typically range from $2,024 to $2,579. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,675 on Air India.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Zurich to Melbourne Airport. It's 4% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 16% higher.

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

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Melbourne Airport at $1,867 return.
•December ($2,611) and June ($2,518) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 39% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Zurich to Melbourne Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Zurich to Melbourne Airport are cheapest 22 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 27% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Zurich to Melbourne Airport flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

$782
Beat the crowds with an average 73% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 138% increase in travellers.
One-way flight from Zurich to Melbourne Airport

When to book flights from Zurich to Melbourne

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Zurich to Melbourne based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Zurich to Melbourne Airport 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 Zurich to Melbourne Airport?

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

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

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

    A direct flight from Zurich to Melbourne Airport takes 00m, covering 26,257 km.

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

    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 Zurich to Melbourne Airport flight?

    Return flights from Zurich to Melbourne Airport range from $2,024 to $2,579, with an average of $2,284 over the past 12 months. Anything below $2,024 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 6% above the $2,284 route average. Book 22 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    One-way fares from Zurich to Melbourne Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $825, which is 40% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Melbourne Airport (MEL)?

    Melbourne Airport (MEL) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging $61 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Bargain Car Rentals
    • East Coast Car Rentals
    • EverythingFleet
    • Ace Rental Cars
    • Simba Car Hire

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

    Flights from Zurich to Melbourne Airport usually depart from Zurich (ZRH) and arrive at Melbourne (MEL).

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

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

    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) – 27% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 24% of one-stop connections
    • Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) – 21% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 11% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 17% on flights from Zurich to Melbourne Airport. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $2,207 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $2,657, a difference of $450.

    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 Zurich to Melbourne Airport?

    Flying via Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 21h 38m, compared to 22h 55m via Dubai Intl (DXB) and 22h 57m via Singapore Changi (SIN).

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

    Melbourne Airport is 10 hours ahead of Zurich (Eastern Australia Time vs Central European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Melbourne Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Melbourne Airport are Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, Crown Casino, and Marvel Stadium. These are among the most viewed places in Melbourne Airport on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Zurich to Melbourne Airport 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 Friday. On this route, Sunday flights average $2,207, about $450 less than Friday fares (17% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 22 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 27% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Zurich to Melbourne Airport trip for February. Fares historically average $1,867 return in that month – typically $744 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Melbourne Airport.

    • Holiday Inn Melbourne Airport By IHG

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