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Cheapest return flight
£1,130
Typical prices: £1,453-£2,233
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Mon 12/11Mon 19/11
CWL - MEL • 2 stops
When to travel
November
Cheapest • 28% price drop
December
Most popular
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Cheap Flights from Cardiff to Melbourne (CWL-MEL)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cardiff to Melbourne

Thu, 12 Nov - Thu, 19 Nov
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13:25 - 06:25CWL  Cardiff Wales-MEL Melbourne
30h 00m2 stops Dublin Dubai Intl
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18:20 - 15:40MEL  Melbourne-CWL Cardiff Wales
32h 20m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Dublin
£1,130Multiple Airlines
Wed, 20 Jan - Wed, 17 Feb
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10:20 - 05:45CWL  Cardiff Wales-MEL Melbourne
32h 25m3 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle Doha Hamad Intl
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22:35 - 20:15MEL  Melbourne-CWL Cardiff Wales
32h 40m2 stops Istanbul Dublin
£1,227Multiple Airlines
Wed, 20 Jan - Wed, 17 Feb
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10:20 - 05:45CWL  Cardiff Wales-MEL Melbourne
32h 25m3 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle Doha Hamad Intl
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13:25 - 20:15MEL  Melbourne-CWL Cardiff Wales
41h 50m3 stops Singapore Changi Vienna Intl Dublin
£1,271Multiple Airlines
Wed, 3 Mar - Mon, 29 Mar
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10:20 - 06:15CWL  Cardiff Wales-MEL Melbourne
32h 55m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Singapore Changi
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12:00 - 16:45MEL  Melbourne-CWL Cardiff Wales
62h 45m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Amsterdam Schiphol
£1,291Air France
Wed, 30 Dec - Fri, 22 Jan
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10:20 - 10:00CWL  Cardiff Wales-MEL Melbourne
36h 40m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Shanghai Pu Dong
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22:30 - 09:45MEL  Melbourne-CWL Cardiff Wales
46h 15m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Amsterdam Schiphol
£1,380Multiple Airlines
Thu, 12 Nov - Thu, 19 Nov
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10:20 - 06:15CWL  Cardiff Wales-MEL Melbourne
32h 55m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Singapore Changi
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16:00 - 09:50MEL  Melbourne-CWL Cardiff Wales
28h 50m3 stops Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai Singapore Changi Amsterdam Schiphol
£1,389Multiple Airlines
Wed, 30 Dec - Fri, 22 Jan
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17:30 - 20:45CWL  Cardiff Wales-MEL Melbourne
40h 15m3 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Istanbul Singapore Changi
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22:35 - 09:45MEL  Melbourne-CWL Cardiff Wales
46h 10m3 stops Singapore Changi Istanbul Amsterdam Schiphol
£1,425Multiple Airlines
Wed, 3 Mar - Mon, 29 Mar
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17:30 - 20:10CWL  Cardiff Wales-MEL Melbourne
39h 40m3 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Singapore Changi Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai
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13:05 - 16:45MEL  Melbourne-CWL Cardiff Wales
37h 40m2 stops Singapore Changi Amsterdam Schiphol
£1,486Multiple Airlines
Wed, 20 Jan - Wed, 17 Feb
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10:20 - 16:45CWL  Cardiff Wales-MEL Melbourne
43h 25m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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18:20 - 09:50MEL  Melbourne-CWL Cardiff Wales
50h 30m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Amsterdam Schiphol
£1,501Multiple Airlines
Thu, 12 Nov - Thu, 19 Nov
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10:20 - 07:20CWL  Cardiff Wales-MEL Melbourne
34h 00m3 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Helsinki-Vantaa Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
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15:30 - 17:00MEL  Melbourne-CWL Cardiff Wales
36h 30m3 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Helsinki-Vantaa Amsterdam Schiphol
£1,562Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cardiff to Melbourne Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Cardiff to Melbourne Airport with more confidence.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Cardiff to Melbourne Airport?

Air France (£1,291) offered the cheapest return ticket from Cardiff to Melbourne Airport in the last 5 days.

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Key details for Cardiff to Melbourne Airport flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

£1,130
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 1% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (16% more expensive on average)
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When to book flights from Cardiff to Melbourne

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cardiff to Melbourne based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Cardiff to Melbourne Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Cardiff to Melbourne Airport?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Cardiff to Melbourne Airport.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cardiff to Melbourne Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Cardiff to Melbourne Airport flight?

    Return flights from Cardiff to Melbourne Airport range from £1,453 to £2,233, with an average of £1,931 over the past 12 months. Anything below £1,453 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Cardiff to Melbourne Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £1,130 to £3,469. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which car hire options are available at Melbourne Airport (MEL)?

    Melbourne Airport (MEL) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £10 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Bargain Car Rentals
    • East Coast Car Rentals
    • EverythingFleet
    • Ace Rental Cars
    • Alpha

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cardiff to Melbourne Airport?

    Flights from Cardiff to Melbourne Airport usually depart from Cardiff Wales (CWL) and arrive at Melbourne (MEL).

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cardiff to Melbourne Airport?

    On the Cardiff to Melbourne Airport route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 36%. Saturday is the cheapest day at £1,452 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at £2,239 – a £787 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What is the time difference between Cardiff and Melbourne Airport?

    Melbourne Airport is 9 hours ahead of Cardiff (Eastern Australia Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Melbourne Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Melbourne Airport are Carlton Gardens, Marvel Stadium, and Flinders Street Station. These are among the most viewed places in Melbourne Airport on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Cardiff to Melbourne Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Wednesday. On this route, Saturday flights average £1,452 – about £787 less than Wednesday (35% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cardiff to Melbourne Airport trip for November. Fares historically average £1,395 return in that month – typically £838 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Melbourne Airport.
    - Holiday Inn Melbourne Airport By IHG

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