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August 7 - August 18

Cheapest

Best

AUS - Melbourne

$1,305

$1,036

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August 6 - August 13

Best

AUS - Melbourne

$1,361

$1,037

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August 3 - August 13

AUS - Melbourne

$1,300

$1,069

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August 7 - August 14

Best

AUS - Melbourne

$1,363

$1,069

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August 5 - August 15

AUS - Melbourne

$1,300

$1,069

Round trip

June 27 - July 5

Best

Earliest

AUS - Melbourne

$1,474

$1,077

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August 8 - August 16

AUS - Melbourne

$1,326

$1,081

Round trip

August 14 - August 23

AUS - Melbourne

$1,351

$1,081

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August 1 - August 19

AUS - Melbourne

$1,295

$1,082

Round trip

August 10 - August 19

AUS - Melbourne

$1,330

$1,082

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Insights for flights from Austin to Melbourne

Only 12% of recent fares from Austin to Melbourne were classified as a good price. Right now, fares for cheap flights from Austin to Melbourne are significantly below the typical level. Prices typically range from $1440–$1719, with a median of $1551. New deals for this route are infrequent, so setting a price alert can be particularly helpful.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Austin to Melbourne? The data shows that October is the most affordable month, with a median fare of $940. Following October, August offers a median fare of $1269, and May presents a median of $1528, providing other potentially cheaper options for your trip.

A typical journey from Austin to Melbourne takes about 58h 55m, including connections. This is a long-haul route, covering a substantial distance of 14294 km. Given that most itineraries connect at least once, this extended travel time accounts for layovers.

Most itineraries for flights from Austin to Melbourne connect at least once. There are no direct flights from Austin to Melbourne, and connecting itineraries typically involve 4 stopovers. This means you should plan for multiple stops on your journey to Melbourne.

How much is a round trip from Austin to Melbourne

Regular price: $1,139 - $1,853

Prices for flights from Austin to Melbourne are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Austin to Melbourne is between $1139 and $1853. The current lowest deal is $1038 with QantasLink, for travel from August 7 to August 18.

now $1,038

Low $1,139

High $1,853

The cheapest time to fly from Austin to Melbourne

The cheapest month to fly from Austin to Melbourne is October, with a median price of $940. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $3647. Prices are generally lower from April to October.

October

Cheapest

Flights from $940

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $3,647

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Oct

Direct flights from Austin to Melbourne

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Last-minute flights going from Austin to Melbourne

Sun, Jun 21

⌛ Last-Minute

AUS - Melbourne

Austin (AUS) - Melbourne (MEL)

United Airlines

$1,541

$1,331

One-way

Tue, Jun 23

⌛ Last-Minute

AUS - Melbourne

Austin (AUS) - Melbourne (MEL)

United Airlines

$1,484

$1,091

One-way

Sat, Jun 27

⌛ Last-Minute

AUS - Melbourne

Austin (AUS) - Melbourne (MEL)

United Airlines

$1,474

$1,077

One-way

Mon, Jun 29

⌛ Last-Minute

AUS - Melbourne

Austin (AUS) - Melbourne (MEL)

United Airlines

$1,450

$1,091

One-way

Tue, Jun 30

⌛ Last-Minute

AUS - Melbourne

Austin (AUS) - Melbourne (MEL)

United Airlines

$1,469

$1,091

One-way

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

AUS - Melbourne

Austin (AUS) - Melbourne (MEL)

United Airlines

$1,379

$1,082

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Austin to Melbourne

8 nights

Jun 27 - Jul 5

$1,474 → $1,077

27%

10 nights

Jun 23 - Jul 3

$1,484 → $1,091

26%

11 nights

Sep 4 - Sep 15

$1,501 → $1,109

26%

7 nights

Jun 30 - Jul 7

$1,469 → $1,091

26%

Popular Airports to fly from Austin to Melbourne

Austin - Melbourne route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Austin to Melbourne are below the typical level, with prices around $1038.

📅 Best time to fly

October is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, October is the cheapest month to fly from Austin to Melbourne, with a median price of $940.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights typically take 58h 55m

Flights from Austin to Melbourne typically take 58h 55m, with 4 stopovers due to no direct flights.

✈️ Airlines & availability

No direct flights available

There are no direct flights from Austin to Melbourne; connecting flights are the only option.

🏆 Airline highlight

QantasLink offers connecting flights

QantasLink offers connecting flights from Austin to Melbourne, with 43 deals found recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Deals for flights from Austin to Melbourne are rare, with about 0.03 deals per day.

Austin main airports to depart from

Austin–Bergstrom International (AUS)

Cheapest

Austin–Bergstrom International Airport is a good option for flights from Austin to Melbourne.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1036

Melbourne main airports to arrive at

Melbourne (MEL)

Cheapest

Melbourne Airport is a primary arrival option for flights from Austin to Melbourne, offering convenient access to the city.

📍 ~20 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1036

Avalon (AVV)

Avalon Airport offers an alternative arrival point for flights from Austin to Melbourne.

📍 ~50 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1483

Airports nearby Melbourne used as alternative

Avalon (AVV)

Avalon (AVV) is a practical alternative for Melbourne travelers due to its proximity and role as a secondary city airport, though it has fewer flight frequencies and destinations compared to MEL.

📍 ~58 km from Melbourne (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1483

Bendigo Airport (BXG)

Bendigo Airport (BXG) is the closest regional airport with scheduled services, accessible via a relatively short drive from Melbourne, but it has extremely limited route network and airline options.

📍 ~135 km from Melbourne (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1635

Albury (ABX)

Albury (ABX) is a major regional hub providing reliable regional connections, but it requires a 3-hour drive from Melbourne.

📍 ~250 km from Melbourne (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1695

Canberra (CBR)

Cheapest

Canberra (CBR) is a full-service capital city airport with an extensive domestic network and high reliability, though it has significant travel time from Melbourne (approx 7 hours drive).

📍 ~460 km from Melbourne (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1081

Wagga Wagga (WGA)

Wagga Wagga (WGA) is a regional alternative in southern New South Wales, serving as a backup for regional travel, but it has limited flight options and long travel time from origin.

📍 ~400 km from Melbourne (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1725

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Melbourne

Melbourne, Australia

67% AI deal score

$11,820

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Melbourne

Finding cheap flights often involves comparing prices across various platforms. Being flexible with your travel dates and considering flights with layovers can sometimes lead to lower fares. Subscribing to price alerts may also help you catch good deals.

Booking flights in advance can often secure better prices, though the optimal booking window can vary. Prices may fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time can be beneficial. Last-minute bookings sometimes carry a higher cost.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes offer more flight options or different price points. While it may add to your ground travel, the potential savings could be worth considering. Always factor in the total travel time and cost.

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