Cheap Flights from London to Melbourne
Round-trip economy fares between London (LHR) and Melbourne (MEL) average A$2,054 across the year. Book for June and typical prices fall to A$1,602. The 16,908 km hop takes about 20.5 hours non-stop, and the nicest window to visit Melbourne is October – April (southern summer; March for festivals).
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A$1,330 −17% vs. seasonal low
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Average round-trip economy fare by departure month. June is the statistical sweet spot at A$1,602.
| Month | Avg. round-trip | vs. yearly average |
|---|---|---|
| January | A$2,547 | +A$493 |
| February | A$2,259 | +A$205 |
| March | A$2,136 | +A$82 |
| April | A$1,931 | −A$123 |
| May | A$1,725 | −A$329 |
| June Cheapest | A$1,602 | −A$452 |
| July | A$1,643 | −A$411 |
| August | A$1,766 | −A$288 |
| September | A$1,931 | −A$123 |
| October | A$2,136 | +A$82 |
| November | A$2,259 | +A$205 |
| December | A$2,629 | +A$575 |
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London to Melbourne flight FAQs
- What is the cheapest month to fly from London to Melbourne?
- June is typically cheapest, with round-trips from A$1,602 — about A$452 under the yearly average of A$2,054.
- How long is the flight from London to Melbourne?
- Non-stop services cover the 16,908 km route in roughly 20.5 hours.
- When is the best time to visit Melbourne?
- October – April (southern summer; March for festivals). Entry requirements: ETA / eVisitor authorisation required before boarding.