703 € Cheap Flights from Melbourne (MELA) to London (LOND)

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Melbourne to London? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to London

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Melbourne to London flights are currently cheapest in February.

Alternative Melbourne to London routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Melbourne to London? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Melbourne to London: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found703 €
Cheapest month to flyFebruary

Finding cheap flights from Melbourne to London: Frequently asked questions

There are 6 airports in London: London City, London Heathrow, London Gatwick, London Luton, London Stansted, and London Southend.
The best price we found for a return flight from Melbourne to London is 703 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Melbourne to London. But we found flights with one or more stops from 703 €.
As of November 2025, there are no flights flying from Melbourne to London.
The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to London is usually February.
If you're flying from Melbourne, the cheapest airport near London is London Gatwick – which is 40.3 km away from the centre of London. We've found flights into this airport from 703 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Melbourne to London on Sunday, 1 February 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Melbourne and London. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to London but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to London is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In November, the average temperature is usually around 7°C. August is typically the warmest month in London, when it usually averages around 22°C. You can expect the least rain in March. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 1°C. The rainiest month is October.
The cheapest airline that flies to London is Scoot .

Flying from Melbourne to London: what you need to know

  • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is Melbourne's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Melbourne to London departing from here.

  • Come in for landing at London Heathrow Airport (LHR) or London Gatwick Airport (LGW). You can also touch down in London at Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).

  • London's timezone is UTC+0, making London 11 hours behind Melbourne.

  • Leave enough time to make your Melbourne to London flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.

How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to London

  • To pick up cheap Melbourne to London flights, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower prices when tickets are first released.

  • Finding cheap plane tickets from Melbourne to London is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across each month and snap up a fantastic deal.

  • Snapping up a cheap flight from Melbourne to London is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a better deal is available.

  • Save on your Melbourne to London flight with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Flying from Melbourne

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • We make it simple to find a Melbourne to London flight with a stopover. To see your options leaving from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers include:

    • Dubai Airport (DXB)

    • Changi International Airport (SIN)

    • Hamad International Airport (DOH)

  • The journey from central Melbourne to MEL takes around 40 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • After a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Melbourne to London or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:

  • Of the flights that depart from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

Arriving in London

London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • The distance from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London is roughly 23 kilometres. It takes around 55 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • It usually takes 1 hour to get there when travelling by public transport.

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Melbourne to London. Stay at one of these accommodation options near LHR instead:

  • Pick up a London Heathrow Airport rental car and explore London and beyond with your own set of wheels. Surprice, U-Save and Green Motion are top outlets to choose from here.

  • Reserving your ride from London Heathrow Airport around one week ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.

London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

  • Central London is around 40 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport (LGW). As soon as your flight from Melbourne to London has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 1 hour 20 minutes.

  • If you hop on public transport, the journey will take you 30 minutes or so.

  • Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to LGW. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from Melbourne to London:

  • The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a London Gatwick Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Green Motion, U-Save or Drivalia and hit the road in a heartbeat.

  • Avoid paying more than you need to. Securing your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at LGW can land you a better rate.

Stansted Airport (STN)

  • Stansted Airport (STN) is roughly 48 kilometres from central London. It'll take you about 1 hour to reach the city centre by cab or ride-share once you've stepped off your flight from Melbourne to London.

  • The journey will take around 1 hour 25 minutes when travelling by public transport.

  • If you don't want to make your way into the centre, find a hotel near STN. Check in to one of these options after your Melbourne to London flight:

  • Take control of the next part of your trip by picking up a Stansted Airport rental car. Green Motion, Drivalia and Europcar will get you on the road.

  • About four weeks before your flight from Melbourne to London is a good time to secure your ride from STN. You're more likely to land a better deal or catch some early booking discounts.

Best time to go to London

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Melbourne to London. To travel when it's less crowded, visit London in February.

  • When booking your Melbourne to London tickets, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).

  • Look for cheap flights from Melbourne to London in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.

More about London

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in London right here. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from Melbourne to London:

  • Big Ben and The British Museum are just a couple of the leading attractions to add to your London to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Buckingham Palace.

Explore more of United Kingdom

  • Birmingham is just one of the many places in United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've seen London. Around 161 kilometres to the north-west, top sights here include Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.

  • If you're eager to discover another side of United Kingdom, head for Bristol, about 177 kilometres west of London. Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park are among its highlights.

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