Cheap Flights to Melbourne

Cheapest Time of Year to Fly to Melbourne

Return fares to Melbourne by month, based on the cheapest return airfares found for each month.

The cheapest month to fly to Melbourne is February 2027, with return fares from $57 — 78% cheaper than the most expensive month (December 2026, from $264).

When Should You Fly to Melbourne?

Based on the fares we've tracked, February is typically the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne, with return fares from $57. December is the most expensive month, with the cheapest return fares around $264 as school holidays and the Christmas peak push prices up.

Across the year, return fares to Melbourne average around $162. If you can travel in the off-peak months of February, January and August, you'll generally pay up to 65% less than the yearly average.

Cheapest Prices for Return Flights to Melbourne

These are the cheapest prices for return airfares to Melbourne

Average Prices for Return Flights to Melbourne

These are the average prices for return airfares to Melbourne

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