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Cheapest return fare
£1,058
Typical prices: £1,197-£1,771
Qatar Airways
Tue 1/12Tue 22/12
MAN - MEL • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
£580
Typical prices: £753-£1,113
Etihad Airways
Tue 1/12
MAN - MEL • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Manchester and Melbourne. You’ll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg £722 (return)
Shortest trip • 22h 33m (one-way)
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 2 weeks in advance save around 9% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 19% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Manchester to Melbourne (MAN-MEL)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Manchester to Melbourne

Tue, 1 Dec - Tue, 22 Dec
Qatar Airways Logo
07:45 - 19:40MAN  Manchester-MEL Melbourne
24h 55m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Adelaide
Qatar Airways Logo
16:10 - 12:20MEL  Melbourne-MAN Manchester
31h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£1,058Qatar Airways
Thu, 11 Feb - Sun, 28 Feb
British Airways Logo
16:10 - 06:40MAN  Manchester-MEL Melbourne
27h 30m2 stops London Heathrow Kuala Lumpur Intl
British Airways Logo
17:10 - 06:00MEL  Melbourne-MAN Manchester
23h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£1,060British Airways
Thu, 5 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov
Finnair Logo
18:00 - 07:20MAN  Manchester-MEL Melbourne
26h 20m2 stops Helsinki-Vantaa Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
Finnair Logo
15:30 - 09:10MEL  Melbourne-MAN Manchester
28h 40m2 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Helsinki-Vantaa
£1,062Finnair
Mon, 15 Feb - Wed, 10 Mar
Etihad Airways Logo
08:15 - 17:00MAN  Manchester-MEL Melbourne
21h 45m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
18:20 - 12:15MEL  Melbourne-MAN Manchester
28h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
£1,063Etihad Airways
Sun, 14 Feb - Wed, 10 Mar
Etihad Airways Logo
08:15 - 17:00MAN  Manchester-MEL Melbourne
21h 45m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
18:20 - 06:15MEL  Melbourne-MAN Manchester
22h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
£1,063Etihad Airways
Tue, 3 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov
Finnair Logo
09:55 - 07:20MAN  Manchester-MEL Melbourne
34h 25m2 stops Helsinki-Vantaa Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
Finnair Logo
15:30 - 09:10MEL  Melbourne-MAN Manchester
28h 40m2 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Helsinki-Vantaa
£1,063Finnair
Tue, 27 Oct - Tue, 24 Nov
Qatar Airways Logo
07:45 - 23:20MAN  Manchester-MEL Melbourne
28h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
23:40 - 06:00MEL  Melbourne-MAN Manchester
41h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£1,063Qatar Airways
Wed, 30 Dec - Sat, 30 Jan
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:40 - 05:45MAN  Manchester-MEL Melbourne
27h 05m2 stops Berlin Brandenburg Doha Hamad Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:25 - 11:05MEL  Melbourne-MAN Manchester
32h 40m3 stops Singapore Changi Manama Bahrain Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle
£1,072Multiple Airlines
Sun, 4 Oct - Fri, 23 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:45 - 12:45MAN  Manchester-MEL Melbourne
30h 00m3 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Phuket City Singapore Changi
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:20 - 06:55MEL  Melbourne-MAN Manchester
22h 35m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
£1,073Multiple Airlines
Sun, 17 Jan - Thu, 4 Mar
British Airways Logo
09:40 - 23:20MAN  Manchester-MEL Melbourne
26h 40m2 stops London Heathrow Doha Hamad Intl
British Airways Logo
16:35 - 08:15MEL  Melbourne-MAN Manchester
26h 40m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl London Heathrow
£1,076British Airways
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KAYAK’s insights & trends for Manchester to Melbourne flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Manchester to Melbourne to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a return flight from Manchester to Melbourne Airport?

Flight prices are typical for this route right now.

Flights to Melbourne Airport from Manchester usually cost between £997 and £1,289 in December.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £1,053 on Multiple Airlines (29 Dec–18 Jan).

What is the cheapest month to fly from Manchester to Melbourne Airport?

The cheapest month for flights from Manchester to Melbourne Airport is May, where tickets cost £920 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £1,452 and £1,419 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Manchester to Melbourne Airport?

To get a below average price on the flight from Manchester to Melbourne Airport, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 9% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 21 weeks before departure.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from Manchester to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

£580
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 5% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (28% more expensive on average)
Flight from Manchester to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)

When to book flights from Manchester to Melbourne

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Manchester to Melbourne based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Manchester to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) flights

  • How do I travel from Melbourne Airport into the city?

    To use the public transport systems in Melbourne, you will need to purchase a myki card. Myki machines can be found throughout the terminal, including the Terminal 2 and 3 arrivals areas, and the Terminal 4 baggage claim. You can find Public Transport Victoria (PTV) buses outside Terminal 4 with a range of services to take you throughout Melbourne, or the SkyBus city express runs services every 10min to Melbourne CBD.

  • Are there any hotels at Melbourne Airport?

    For those looking to stay close to Melbourne Airport, there are a number of hotel options on the airport campus. The PARKROYAL Melbourne Airport is connected to the domestic and international terminals via the sky bridge walkways. The Holiday Inn and Ibis Budget are within a short walk of the terminal, close to conveniences. A little further away are the Mantra Tullamarine or the Quest Melbourne Airport, but both offer complimentary airport shuttles to your terminal.

  • Are there any passenger lounges at Manchester Airport?

    If you’re looking for somewhere to relax before your flight from Manchester to Melbourne, you can find the Escape Lounges in all terminals at Manchester Airport. These passenger lounges can be entered for £21 per person and offer a comfortable place to sit with a view of the airfield, fresh buffet food, unlimited coffee, tea and soft drinks, and quiet areas with charging points for your mobile devices.

  • What shopping opportunities are there at Manchester Airport?

    Manchester Airport offers a Shop Now, Collect On Return Service that allows you to buy your duty free shopping before you fly and leave it at the airport to be collected on your return. This service is available at various stores throughout the airport, including The Body Shop, Timberland, Victoria’s Secret and World Duty Free. You can even start shopping at World Duty Free early by reserving your items online and paying for them when you arrive in store.

  • What flight routes does Thai Airways operate between Manchester and Melbourne Airport (MEL)?

    If you're flying with Thai Airways, there are two different routes available. The first flight is from Manchester Airport (MAN) with two stopovers at Stockholm Arlanda (ARN) and Bangkok Airport (BKK) en route. The second flight has two stopovers at Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH) and Bangkok Airport.

  • Which airlines offer the most reduced Co2 flights?

    If you're concerned about the environment, several flights offer reduced Co2 emissions. KLM combine with Vietnam Airlines to offer flights with a stopover in Amsterdam, Bangkok, and Ho Chi Minh with a 56% reduction in Co2 emissions, while KLM offers flights with two stopovers in Amsterdam and Singapore with around 55% reduced Co2 emissions.

  • Should I choose low-cost airlines on these routes?

    Low-cost airlines offer some of the cheapest options but there's a risk involved. There is no security for missed connections resulting from delays. You also may need to pay for checked-in baggage. If you're travelling light and your stopovers are long enough, low-cost flights are a good option.

  • What baggage policy does Malaysia Airlines have on these flights?

    Malaysia Airlines operates some of the most affordable flights from Manchester to Melbourne and all flights include one carry-on piece of luggage and a checked-in bag weighing no more than 20 kg. If you need extra luggage, you can add it on during the online booking process.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Manchester to Melbourne Airport?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Manchester to Melbourne Airport was £580 for a one-way ticket and £1,053 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Manchester to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)?

    Manchester and Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave Manchester from Manchester and will be arriving at Melbourne.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Manchester to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Manchester to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)?

    SkyTeam, Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Manchester and Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine), with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • What is the most popular stopover when flying to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) from Manchester?

    Abu Dhabi is the most popular stopover city among KAYAK users travelling from Manchester to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine).

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Manchester to Melbourne, Singapore Airlines or Emirates?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Manchester to Melbourne are Singapore Airlines and Emirates. With an average price for the route of £1,166 and an overall rating of 8.2, Singapore Airlines is the most popular choice. Emirates is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of £1,217 and an overall rating of 8.1.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Manchester to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Manchester to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine).

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Manchester to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) from Manchester is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Manchester to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) with an airline and back to Manchester with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Manchester to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) from Manchester up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Manchester to Melbourne Airport

  • The Melbourne Airport (MEL) is located about 30min north of Melbourne’s city centre, and is the largest airport in Victoria, Australia. From here you can explore the Yarra Ranges or nearby Ballarat, both a 1h 30min drive away from the airport.
  • The train station at Manchester Airport (MAN) is at the heart of the airport grounds and gives you easy access to all three terminals. To get to the airport, you can catch a public train from Manchester Piccadilly Station every 10min. The journey takes approximately 20min.
  • If you have some business to finish up after your flight from Manchester to Melbourne, you can find printing and faxing services at the Baggage Storage: Smartecarte in the Terminal 2 arrivals area of the Melbourne Airport. This service is open from 05:00 – 12:30 daily.
  • To help you determine which terminal you will be flying from at the Manchester Airport, you can visit the airport website before you arrive at the airport and search by your airline. For example, Emirates flies from Terminal 1 and Cathay Pacific from Terminal 2.
  • If you are looking for something to eat after your flight from Manchester to Melbourne, you can find a number of eateries in the terminal public areas. For example, you will find McDonalds in Terminal 3 before security or a Muffin Break in Terminal 2.
  • When flying from Manchester Airport (MAN), several on-site hotels provide convenience for early morning departures. The Radisson Blu Hotel Manchester Airport is directly connected to the terminals, offering a seamless transition. The Clayton Hotel Manchester Airport and Crowne Plaza Manchester Airport are also nearby, providing comfort and easy access to the airport.
  • If you're travelling with children, Manchester Airport has dedicated children's play areas located in different terminals. In Terminal 1, you can find a play area near Gate 17. In Terminal 2, there is a play area near Gate 212. Terminal 3 also has a play area near Gate 49.

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