Are there direct flights from Tokyo to Melbourne?

Direct flights from Tokyo to Melbourne are available, though they represent a smaller portion of the total flights. Historically, approximately 4.9% of flights on this route have been direct. For flights with layovers, travelers typically encountered 2 stopovers on average.

How many hours is the flight from Tokyo to Melbourne?

The typical direct flight from Tokyo to Melbourne has a duration of 10 hours and 15 minutes, covering a distance of 8179 kilometers. Flights with one stopover generally take longer, with a median duration of 18 hours and 30 minutes. This accounts for the additional time spent during layovers.

How much do direct flights from Tokyo to Melbourne cost compared to connecting flights?

Historically, direct flights from Tokyo to Melbourne have been only slightly more expensive than connecting flights, with a premium of 1%. The median price for a direct flight was $619, while connecting flights had a median price of $615. Direct flights made up approximately 8.8% of the total flights on this route.

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Explore current cheapest deals departing from Tokyo to Melbourne

2026-09-14 – 2026-09-29
TYO - Melbourne
72% AI deal score
¥82,372
¥83,610
Round trip
2026-09-08 – 2026-09-14
TYO - Melbourne
76% AI deal score
¥100,340
¥88,968
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2026-10-28 – 2026-10-31
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¥100,534
¥88,968
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2026-09-08 – 2026-09-10
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¥105,961
¥89,130
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2026-09-08 – 2026-09-16
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75% AI deal score
¥97,350
¥89,130
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2026-09-08 – 2026-09-15
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76% AI deal score
¥100,341
¥89,130
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2026-10-29 – 2026-10-31
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77% AI deal score
¥101,224
¥89,130
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2026-09-07 – 2026-09-14
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70% AI deal score
¥86,920
¥91,565
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2026-09-07 – 2026-09-09
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72% AI deal score
¥91,654
¥91,565
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2026-09-14 – 2026-09-28
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¥83,585
¥91,728
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Tokyo to Melbourne: Overview

Insights for flights from Tokyo to Melbourne

Most itineraries for cheap flights from Tokyo to Melbourne connect at least once, with only 4.9% of recent fares being non-stop. When connecting, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

Right now, fares to Melbourne from Tokyo are typically $561–$1061, with a median of $749. Current fares are above the typical level. Only 1% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding a strong deal may require some flexibility.

If you're looking for the cheapest time to fly from Tokyo to Melbourne, the data shows that February is the most affordable month, with a median fare of $444. December also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $450, followed by March at a median of $476.

A typical journey from Tokyo to Melbourne takes about 22h 45m, including connections. This reflects the long-haul nature of the route, which covers a substantial distance.

The route from Tokyo to Melbourne spans a considerable distance of 8179 kilometers, classifying it as a long-haul flight. This distance typically involves extended travel times and often multiple connections.

How much is a round trip from Tokyo to Melbourne

Regular price: ¥75,432 - ¥103,735

Prices for flights from Tokyo to Melbourne are currently within the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from Tokyo to Melbourne typically range from 75,432 JPY to 103,735 JPY. The current lowest deal is 85,350 JPY with Scoot, for travel from Sep 14-Sep 29.

now ¥85,350

Low ¥75,432

High ¥103,735

The cheapest time to fly from Tokyo to Melbourne

The cheapest month to fly from Tokyo to Melbourne is February, with a median price of $444. The most expensive month is January, with a median price of $737. Prices are generally lower from February to December.

February

Cheapest

Flights from ¥444

January

Most Expensive

Flights from ¥737

Jan

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Direct flights from Tokyo to Melbourne

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Last-minute flights going from Tokyo to Melbourne

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

NRT - Melbourne

Tokyo (NRT) - Melbourne (AVV)

Malindo Airways

¥182,430

¥145,636

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

NRT - Melbourne

Tokyo (NRT) - Melbourne (MEL)

Xiamen Airlines

¥130,054

¥123,356

One-way

Wed, Aug 19

⌛ Last-Minute

NRT - Melbourne

Tokyo (NRT) - Melbourne (MEL)

Xiamen Airlines

¥118,224

¥114,183

One-way

Fri, Aug 21

⌛ Last-Minute

NRT - Melbourne

Tokyo (NRT) - Melbourne (MEL)

Xiamen Airlines

¥115,921

¥103,370

One-way

Sun, Aug 23

⌛ Last-Minute

NRT - Melbourne

Tokyo (NRT) - Melbourne (MEL)

Xiamen Airlines

¥116,013

¥96,818

One-way

Sun, Aug 23

⌛ Last-Minute

NRT - Melbourne

Tokyo (NRT) - Melbourne (MEL)

Xiamen Airlines

¥112,854

¥106,974

One-way

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

3 nights

Aug 2 - Aug 5

¥182,430 → ¥145,636

20%

2 nights

Nov 12 - Nov 14

¥126,052 → ¥97,473

23%

1 night

Oct 29 - Oct 30

¥119,232 → ¥91,575

23%

4 nights

Nov 12 - Nov 16

¥125,148 → ¥97,637

22%

Popular Airports to fly from Tokyo to Melbourne

Tokyo - Melbourne route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Tokyo to Melbourne are above the typical level at $85350.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically cheapest at $444

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from Tokyo to Melbourne, with a median price of $444.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 22h 45m

Flights from Tokyo to Melbourne typically take 22h 45m, with 2 stopovers when connecting.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with only 4.9% of recent flights being direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

Scoot offers a deal for $85350

Scoot has a recent deal from Tokyo to Melbourne for $85350 via skyscanner.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals on flights from Tokyo to Melbourne are frequent, appearing multiple times a month.

Tokyo main airports to depart from

Haneda (HND)

Cheapest

Haneda Airport (HND) is a convenient option for flights from Tokyo to Melbourne, often offering competitive prices.

📍 ~15 km from Tokyo city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$418

Melbourne main airports to arrive at

Melbourne (MEL)

Cheapest

Melbourne Airport (MEL) is a primary arrival option for flights from Tokyo, offering convenient access to the city.

📍 ~20 km from Melbourne city center (reachable by car, bus, taxi)

💸 Flights from ~$418

Airports nearby Melbourne used as alternative

Avalon (AVV)

Cheapest

Avalon (AVV) is a practical alternative for Melbourne travelers, serving as a secondary city airport.

📍 ~70 km from Melbourne (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$590

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Melbourne

93% AI deal score

$2,525

$1,676

Save $849

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Melbourne

Historically, the best time to purchase tickets for flights from Tokyo to Melbourne has been within 0-6 days of departure. During this period, the average price was $505. Prices typically increase for bookings made further in advance, reaching an average of $903 for flights booked 28-59 days out. Even bookings made 60+ days in advance were higher, averaging $846.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Tokyo to Melbourne was considered to be $561 or less. The median price for this route during the same period was $749. Prices can range significantly, with 75% of observed prices being $1061 or less.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Tokyo to Melbourne have been February and December, with median prices of $444 and $450 respectively. March also offered competitive prices, with a median of $476. These prices are notably lower than the annual median price for this route, which stands at $749.

Tokyo to Melbourne: Overview

Insights for flights from Tokyo to Melbourne

Most itineraries for cheap flights from Tokyo to Melbourne connect at least once, with only 4.9% of recent fares being non-stop. When connecting, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

A typical journey from Tokyo to Melbourne takes about 22h 45m, including connections. This reflects the long-haul nature of the route, which covers a substantial distance.

How much is a round trip from Tokyo to Melbourne

Regular price: ¥75,432 - ¥103,735

Prices for flights from Tokyo to Melbourne are currently within the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from Tokyo to Melbourne typically range from 75,432 JPY to 103,735 JPY. The current lowest deal is 85,350 JPY with Scoot, for travel from Sep 14-Sep 29.

now ¥85,350

Low ¥75,432

High ¥103,735

The cheapest time to fly from Tokyo to Melbourne

February

Cheapest

Flights from ¥444

January

Most Expensive

Flights from ¥737

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec