Journey information
Overview: London to Melbourne flight
Flights from London to Melbourne depart on average 134 times per day, taking around 21h 49m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £410 if you book in advance.
The earliest flight runs at 06:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest flight covers the 16885 km distance in 22h 15m. June is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 16885 km |
Average flight duration 21h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £410 |
Flights per day 134 |
Fastest flight 22h 15m |
First flight 6:25 |
Last flight 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
The cheapest and fastest flights from London to Melbourne
Cheapest price
£538
Average price
£663
Fastest journey
23 h 15 m
Average duration
1 d 7 h 46 m
Flights per day
5
Distance
16885 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from London to Melbourne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Melbourne will cost around £663 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £538.
Of the 5 flights that leave London for Melbourne every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct flights cover the 16885 km distance in an average of 1 d 7 h 46 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 23 h 15 m .
The slowest flights will take 1 d 19 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
8:4523h15London8:00Melbourne£5381One-way0 changes
9:0027h20London12:20Melbourne£6131One-way0 changes
8:0028h05London12:05Melbourne£6251One-way0 changes
23:5543h30London19:25Melbourne£6571One-way0 changes
9:3536h40London22:15Melbourne£8831One-way0 changes
8:4523h15London8:00Melbourne£5381One-way0 changes
9:0027h20London12:20Melbourne£6131One-way0 changes
8:0028h05London12:05Melbourne£6251One-way0 changes
9:3536h40London22:15Melbourne£8831One-way0 changes
23:5543h30London19:25Melbourne£6571One-way0 changes
Live departures
London to Melbourne flight times
The table below shows live departures for London to Melbourne flights for today, Sunday 21 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EK12 · EK408 | 10:05 London Gatwick Airport | 26h45 | 21:50 Melbourne | 1 change | |
MH3 · MH129 | 11:00 London Heathrow Airport | 23h15 | 19:15 Melbourne | 1 change | |
MH3 · MH149 | 11:00 London Heathrow Airport | 36h20 | 8:20 Melbourne | 1 change | |
TK1980 · TK54+ JQ8 | 11:20 London Heathrow Airport | 33h55 | 6:15 Melbourne | 2 changes | |
CX252 · CX163 | 12:20 London Heathrow Airport | 24h55 | 22:15 Melbourne | 1 change | |
TG911 · TG461 | 12:30 London Heathrow Airport | 22h30 | 20:00 Melbourne | 1 change | |
TK1990 · TK54+ JQ8 | 13:20 London Heathrow Airport | 31h55 | 6:15 Melbourne | 2 changes | |
EK2 · EK408 | 14:20 London Heathrow Airport | 22h30 | 21:50 Melbourne | 1 change | |
EK16 · EK408 | 14:35 London Gatwick Airport | 22h15 | 21:50 Melbourne | 1 change | |
EK66 · EK408 | 14:55 London Stansted Airport | 21h55 | 21:50 Melbourne | 1 change | |
QR4 · QR904 | 15:05 London Heathrow Airport | 40h45 | 16:50 Melbourne | 1 change | |
QR4+ QR8403 | 15:05 London Heathrow Airport | 22h00 | 22:05 Melbourne | 1 change | |
QR8 · QR904 | 16:00 London Heathrow Airport | 39h50 | 16:50 Melbourne | 1 change | |
UA939 · UA60 | 16:15 London Heathrow Airport | 31h00 | 8:15 Melbourne | 1 change | |
TK1986 · TK68+ JQ30 | 16:45 London Heathrow Airport | 31h40 | 9:25 Melbourne | 2 changes | |
TK1986 · TK54+ JQ8 | 16:45 London Heathrow Airport | 28h30 | 6:15 Melbourne | 2 changes | |
TK1986 · TK56+ GA716 | 16:45 London Heathrow Airport | 33h30 | 11:15 Melbourne | 2 changes | |
QR108 · QR904 | 17:00 London Heathrow Airport | 38h50 | 16:50 Melbourne | 1 change | |
QR108+ QR8403 | 17:00 London Heathrow Airport | 44h05 | 22:05 Melbourne | 1 change | |
BI4 · BI5 | 17:15 London Heathrow Airport | 27h15 | 5:30 Melbourne | 1 change | |
TK1998 · TK56+ GA716 | 17:35 London Gatwick Airport | 32h40 | 11:15 Melbourne | 2 changes | |
TK1244 · TK54+ JQ8 | 17:35 London Stansted Airport | 27h40 | 6:15 Melbourne | 2 changes | |
TK1998 · TK54+ JQ8 | 17:35 London Gatwick Airport | 27h40 | 6:15 Melbourne | 2 changes | |
TK1244 · TK56+ GA716 | 17:35 London Stansted Airport | 32h40 | 11:15 Melbourne | 2 changes | |
TK1998 · TK68+ JQ30 | 17:35 London Gatwick Airport | 30h50 | 9:25 Melbourne | 2 changes | |
TK1244 · TK68+ JQ30 | 17:35 London Stansted Airport | 30h50 | 9:25 Melbourne | 2 changes | |
TK1972 · TK54+ JQ8 | 18:30 London Heathrow Airport | 26h45 | 6:15 Melbourne | 2 changes | |
TK1972 · TK56+ GA716 | 18:30 London Heathrow Airport | 31h45 | 11:15 Melbourne | 2 changes | |
TK1972 · TK68+ JQ30 | 18:30 London Heathrow Airport | 29h55 | 9:25 Melbourne | 2 changes | |
LX433+ LX138+ LX9511 | 18:35 London Gatwick Airport | 26h20 | 5:55 Melbourne | 2 changes | |
LX327 · LX138+ LX9511 | 18:40 London Heathrow Airport | 26h15 | 5:55 Melbourne | 2 changes | |
BA31+ BA4139 | 19:20 London Heathrow Airport | 25h35 | 5:55 Melbourne | 1 change | |
BA31+ BA4577 | 19:20 London Heathrow Airport | 41h55 | 22:15 Melbourne | 1 change | |
QR12+ QR8403 | 19:25 London Heathrow Airport | 41h40 | 22:05 Melbourne | 1 change | |
QR12 · QR904 | 19:25 London Heathrow Airport | 36h25 | 16:50 Melbourne | 1 change | |
VN56 · VN779 | 19:50 London Heathrow Airport | 41h25 | 22:15 Melbourne | 1 change | |
VN56 · VN273 · VN781 | 19:50 London Heathrow Airport | 27h45 | 8:35 Melbourne | 2 changes | |
CX256 · CX135 | 20:15 London Heathrow Airport | 24h40 | 5:55 Melbourne | 1 change | |
CX256 · CX111 · CX9067 | 20:15 London Heathrow Airport | 32h05 | 13:20 Melbourne | 2 changes | |
MU552 · MU737 | 21:20 London Heathrow Airport | 26h40 | 9:00 Melbourne | 1 change | |
MU552 · MU739 | 21:20 London Heathrow Airport | 30h20 | 12:40 Melbourne | 1 change | |
TG917 · TG465 | 21:25 London Heathrow Airport | 25h05 | 7:30 Melbourne | 1 change | |
TG917 · TG461 | 21:25 London Heathrow Airport | 37h35 | 20:00 Melbourne | 1 change | |
BA33+ BA8175 | 21:30 London Heathrow Airport | 25h50 | 8:20 Melbourne | 1 change | |
MH1 · MH147 | 21:35 London Heathrow Airport | 23h40 | 6:15 Melbourne | 1 change | |
EK10 · EK406 | 21:45 London Gatwick Airport | 22h45 | 5:30 Melbourne | 1 change | |
QR16 · QR904 | 21:55 London Heathrow Airport | 33h55 | 16:50 Melbourne | 1 change | |
QR16+ QR8403 | 21:55 London Heathrow Airport | 39h10 | 22:05 Melbourne | 1 change | |
BA15+ JQ509 | 22:00 London Heathrow Airport | 28h20 | 11:20 Melbourne | 1 change | |
BA15+ JQ607 | 22:00 London Heathrow Airport | 31h10 | 14:10 Avalon | 1 change | |
BA15+ JQ515 | 22:00 London Heathrow Airport | 27h25 | 10:25 Melbourne | 1 change | |
BA15+ BA7449 | 22:00 London Heathrow Airport | 27h20 | 10:20 Melbourne | 1 change | |
BA15+ BA7464 | 22:00 London Heathrow Airport | 22h35 | 5:35 Melbourne | 1 change | |
BA15+ JQ8 | 22:00 London Heathrow Airport | 23h15 | 6:15 Melbourne | 1 change | |
CZ304 · CZ321 | 22:10 London Heathrow Airport | 25h30 | 8:40 Melbourne | 1 change | |
EK6 · EK406 | 22:15 London Heathrow Airport | 22h15 | 5:30 Melbourne | 1 change | |
CX254 · CX135 | 22:15 London Heathrow Airport | 22h40 | 5:55 Melbourne | 1 change | |
CX254 · CX111 · CX9067 | 22:15 London Heathrow Airport | 30h05 | 13:20 Melbourne | 2 changes | |
CX254 · CX161 · CX9067 | 22:15 London Heathrow Airport | 30h05 | 13:20 Melbourne | 2 changes | |
| Monday 22 June | |||||
![]() | 8:00 London | 28h05 | 12:05 Melbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:45 London | 23h15 | 8:00 Melbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:00 London | 27h20 | 12:20 Melbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last flight of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: London to Melbourne flights
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Melbourne by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Melbourne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular airports
Important Stations and Airports in London and Melbourne
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for up to 4 hours
- Shops are located throughout all terminals, including Harrods and World Duty Free
- Short Stay parking available near each terminal, approximately 6.3€ (£5.30) for 30 minutes
- Available outside the terminal
- Assistance
- Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities
- Yes
- Lounges available in all terminals, including British Airways and Plaza Premium lounges
- Located at each terminal, contact Heathrow Airport Lost Property
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423
- Metro: Piccadilly Line
- Train: Heathrow Express, TfL Rail
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for 90 minutes
- Shops are located in both terminals, including Harrods and World Duty Free
- Short stay parking available at both terminals, approximately 6€ (£5) for 30 minutes
- Available outside the terminal
- Assistance
- Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities
- Yes
- Lounges available in both terminals, including No1 Lounge and Club Aspire
- Located in the South Terminal, inquiries can be made online or in person
- Train: Gatwick Express, Southern, Thameslink
- Bus: National Express, Metrobus
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for 4 hours
- Shops are located in the departure lounge, including WHSmith and Boots
- Short-stay parking located near the terminal, approximately 9.6€ (£8) for the first hour
- Available outside the terminal
- Ramps, toilets
- Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities
- Yes
- Lounges like the Escape Lounge offer amenities such as food, drinks, and showers
- Located in the terminal, with services provided by Excess Baggage Company
- Bus: National Express, Airport Bus Express
- Train: Stansted Express
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport
- Shops available in terminal 2, including duty-free and fashion stores
- Parking available at terminal Car Parks, approximately 3€ (AUD 5) per hour
- Various restaurants in terminal 2, including Asian and Italian cuisines.
- Available outside the terminal
- Ramps, assistance
- Available throughout the airport
- Hotels within walking distance, including ParkRoyal Melbourne Airport.
- Showers available in terminal 2, free of charge
- Lounges available in terminal 2, including Qantas and Virgin Australia lounges
- Lost and Found located in terminal 2, near the check-in area
- Car rental services available in terminal 1, including Avis and Hertz
- SkyBus, Melbourne City Express, 30 minutes to Southern Cross Station
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