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London Melbourne
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Tue, 05 Nov LHR - MEL
Fri, 08 Nov MEL - LHR
£71
£923 £852
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London Melbourne
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Wed, 23 Oct SEN - MEL
£27
£405 £378
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London Melbourne
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Mon, 21 Oct LHR - MEL
Fri, 25 Oct MEL - LHR
£773 £761
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London Melbourne
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Wed, 16 Oct LHR - MEL
Sun, 20 Oct MEL - LHR
£985 £969
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London Melbourne
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Sat, 26 Oct LGW - MEL
Tue, 29 Oct MEL - LGW
£812 £800
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London Melbourne
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Fri, 01 Nov LGW - MEL
Sat, 02 Nov MEL - LGW
£1376 £1364
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Currency and price comparison

Train Local, one-way ticket
7% Trains in Melbourne are 7% cheaper than in London.
London £2.95
Melbourne £2.73
Meal Mid-priced restaurant
36% A meal in Melbourne is 36% cheaper than a meal in London.
London £20
Melbourne £12.85
Exchange rate
1 GBP = 1.95 AUD
1 AUD = 0.52 GBP
Last checked on 11 October 2024
Distance: 10504 miles
London airports
Heathrow (LHR) How far from city centre: 14 miles
Stansted (STN) How far from city centre: 30 miles
Gatwick (LGW) How far from city centre: 25 miles
Luton International (LTN) How far from city centre: 27 miles
London City (LCY) How far from city centre: 7 miles
Southend (SEN) How far from city centre: 35 miles
Melbourne airports
Melbourne Airport (MEL) How far from city centre: 7 miles
Avalon Airport (AVV) How far from city centre: 31 miles
Moorabbin (MBW) How far from city centre: 9 miles
Essendon (MEB) How far from city centre: 9 miles

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Useful information to fly from London to Melbourne

Travelling from London to Melbourne is a popular choice, with flights from London Heathrow (LHR) to Melbourne Airport (MEL) available.

Time difference between London and Melbourne

The time difference between London and Melbourne varies throughout the year due to daylight saving time. London is 9 hours behind Melbourne during British Summer Time (BST) and 10 hours behind during Greenwich Mean Time (GMT).

Airlines that fly from London to Melbourne

You can find your ideal flight from London to Melbourne with us. Here are a few of the airlines that commonly offer flights to Melbourne from London:

Best time to fly to Melbourne

Melbourne is known for its variable weather, so choosing the right time for your visit can make all the difference to your trip. The city experiences warm summers with average temperatures between 14°C to 25°C, perfect for enjoying the many outdoor cafes and rooftop bars. Winters are cool, ranging from 6°C to 14°C, ideal for exploring museums and art galleries.

If you prefer milder temperatures, spring and autumn offer pleasant weather for sightseeing and enjoying the city's beautiful parks and gardens. For those considering flights to Melbourne from London, these shoulder seasons often have more affordable options. Book your holidays in Melbourne!

Airports in London

London is served by six major airports: London City Airport (LCY), Gatwick Airport (LGW), Heathrow Airport (LHR), Luton Airport (LTN), Stansted Airport (STN), and Southend Airport (SEN). If you're planning to book flights to Melbourne from London, you'll likely depart from one of these airports. Each airport has its own character and advantages, so it's good to be familiar with them before you book your trip.

Useful information about London airports

Airports in Melbourne

Melbourne is served by Melbourne Airport (MEL), located about 13 miles northwest of the city centre.

Melbourne Airport Facilities

Melbourne Airport offers a range of facilities to make your journey as smooth as possible.

What to do and see in Melbourne

Planning your trip to Melbourne? With amazing flights to Melbourne from London available on Opodo, now is the perfect time to explore this vibrant Australian city. Once you've arrived and settled in, get ready for an unforgettable adventure with our top picks:

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Frequently asked questions about flights from London to Melbourne

How long does the flight take to go from London to Melbourne?
The total flight time between London and Melbourne is of around 21:43 hours on average, considering an average distance of 17,401 km, for both direct and indirect flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
How can I find cheap flights from London to Melbourne at Opodo?
The cheapest price for a flight from London to Melbourne is 378£. At Opodo we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.
Is Melbourne expensive to visit compared to London?
If you compare transportation prices, the taxi ride in Melbourne costs an average of 2.83 GBP, 37% cheaper than London, with a fare of 4.50 GBP, while train tickets costs 7% less in Melbourne: 2.73 GBP against 2.95 GBP in London. If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from 12.85 GBP in Melbourne, 36% less than the 20.00 GBP in London. The price of the coffee is around 28% cheaper in Melbourne, with an average of 2.68 GBP, while in London the coffee costs 3.71 GBP.
When is the best time to book a flight from London to Melbourne?
The most popular months to book a trip from London to Melbourne are December, October and November, based on the searches of our customers.
When is the best time to travel from London to Melbourne?
The best time of the year to go to Melbourne when flying from London depends on several preference factors like climate, seasonality and, of course, price. When it comes to popularity, December is the top 1º month to fly to Melbourne from London in terms of searches from our customer, followed by January and February. If you prefer to avoid high peaks of turism, however, and escape a crowded period, June, May and August are the months with less volume of searchs for the route London - Melbourne.
Is it possible to purchase a flexible ticket for my flight from London to Melbourne?
At Opodo we want to make sure that your travel plans are not affected by any cancelation as well as any possible restrictions Australia may apply when travelling from London. Is your flight cancelled? We've got your back! With our flexible ticket guarantee you can decide if you want to book another flight - free of rebooking fee - or get a full refund!
How is the weather in Melbourne compared to London?
While in London the temperatures can reach an average of 29.01 ºC in summer, with precipitation levels up to 9.0 mm ,Melbourne's temperatures can go up to 37.14 ºC during the hot season, with 3.0 mm average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around -1.12 ºC in Melbourne, compared to the -3.09 ºC average degrees reported in London. During the winter period, London can register 6.0 mm precipitation, while Melbourne have an average of 3.0 mm rain level.
Which airports have flights between London and Melbourne?
The main airport route flying between London and Melbourne is: Heathrow (LHR) to Melbourne Airport (MEL). This route is covered by the following airline(s):
  • Qantas Airways.
Airlines with indirect flights from London to Melbourne are:
Emirates, stopping in Dubai for 70 minutes minimum.
  • Singapore Airlines, with 65 minutes scale in Singapore.
  • Cathay Pacific, with 60 minutes scale in Hong Kong.

Melbourne Airport - Latest customer reviews

3.5 /5
Reviews: 2
5.0 /5
Abz
Date 2020-02-18 Age Under 30 City Australia

Needs more vegan restaurants.

2.0 /5
None
Date 2019-06-16 Age Under 30 City UK

Person at Cathay desk on the phone was rude and brusque. not what you need when your flight home to attend your grandfather’s funeral is severely disrupted.

Flight Duration 21 h and 43 m Flights between London and Melbourne take, on average, 21 h and 43 m minutes, but the time can vary according to other factors
Cheapest flight £378 Cheapest price for a flight between London and Melbourne found by our customers in the last 72 hours
Departing Airport Heathrow The airport Heathrow is the departure airport operating flights between London and Melbourne
Arriving Airport Melbourne Airport Flights departing London with Melbourne as destination arrive at Melbourne Airport

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