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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Edinburgh to Melbourne? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Melbourne.R 7,790 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Mar.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Thu, 5 Mar, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,790, select.
Melbourne.R 8,094 per passenger.Departing Sun, 16 Nov.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Sun, 16 Nov, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,094, select.
Melbourne.R 8,125 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Dec.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 2 Dec, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,125, select.
Melbourne.R 8,674 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Feb.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 24 Feb, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,674, select.
Melbourne.R 9,123 per passenger.Departing Sun, 10 May.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Sun, 10 May, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,123, select.
Melbourne.R 9,150 per passenger.Departing Fri, 12 Jun.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Fri, 12 Jun, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,150, select.
Melbourne.R 9,797 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Oct.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 29 Oct, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,797, select.
Melbourne.R 9,822 per passenger.Departing Mon, 24 Aug.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Mon, 24 Aug, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,822, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Melbourne

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Edinburgh to Melbourne flights are currently cheapest in March.
Oct
from R 9,797
Nov
from R 8,094
Dec
from R 8,125
Jan
from R 10,177
Feb
from R 8,674
Mar
from R 7,790
Apr
from R 10,349
May
from R 9,123
Jun
from R 9,150
Jul
from R 12,256
Aug
from R 9,822
Sep
from R 10,271

Alternative Edinburgh to Melbourne routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Edinburgh to Melbourne? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Edinburgh to Melbourne: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 7,790
Cheapest month to flyMarch

Finding cheap flights from Edinburgh to Melbourne: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Melbourne: Melbourne Essendon, Melbourne Tullamarine and Melbourne Avalon.
The best price we found for a return flight from Edinburgh to Melbourne is R 16,273. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Edinburgh to Melbourne. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 16,273.
As of October 2025, there are no flights flying from Edinburgh to Melbourne.
The cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Melbourne is usually December.
If you're flying from Edinburgh Airport, the cheapest airport near Melbourne is Melbourne Tullamarine – which is 18.8 km away from the centre of Melbourne. We've found flights into this airport from R 16,273.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Edinburgh Airport to Melbourne on Monday, 29 December 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Edinburgh Airport and Melbourne. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Melbourne but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Melbourne is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In October, the average temperature is usually around 13°C. February is typically the warmest month in Melbourne, when it usually averages around 26°C. You can expect the least rain in March. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 5°C. The rainiest month is September.
Currently, easyJet offers the cheapest flight tickets to Melbourne.

Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Melbourne: what you need to know

  • Edinburgh Airport is located in Edinburgh. Based in the UTC+11 timezone, Melbourne is 11 hours ahead of Edinburgh.

  • For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your EDI to Melbourne flight.

  • Taking off during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Finding a flight ticket from EDI to Melbourne with a stopover is easy. Whether you'd like to snag a discounted fare or add a new city to your itinerary, just deselect 'Direct flights only' to check out your options. A popular stop is Dubai Airport (DXB).

  • Located around 11 kilometres from the centre of Edinburgh, EDI can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 40 minutes.

  • Looking for a hotel close to EDI? If you're boarding an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Melbourne, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Edinburgh Airport, data shows 67.94% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.

How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Melbourne

  • R 7,790 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Melbourne flight. Return flight tickets start from R 16,273. These prices may change based on demand and availability.

  • Booking early is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from EDI to Melbourne. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.

  • If you can be flexible with your travel plans, make the most of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when searching for an Edinburgh Airport to Melbourne ticket.

  • You don't need to check in daily to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's an even better deal on cheap flights from EDI to Melbourne.

  • Find a cheap flight from Edinburgh Airport to Melbourne with the help of our filters. Select your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Airports in Melbourne

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is around 24 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 30 minutes.

  • If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Edinburgh Airport to Melbourne. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MEL instead:

  • Travel at your own pace with a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt and see more of Melbourne and beyond.

  • Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from EDI to Melbourne.

Avalon Airport (AVV)

  • The centre of Melbourne is around 56 kilometres from Avalon Airport (AVV). After your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Melbourne has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 50 minutes.

  • If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 2 hours 5 minutes or so.

  • You'll find a few comfortable places to rest your head just a quick drive from AVV. Get into relaxation mode at Corio Bay Motel after your EDI to Melbourne flight.

  • Sixt, Kangaroo Rental and yesaway car hire make picking up an Avalon Airport rental car easy and quick. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.

  • Call dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from AVV three weeks in advance often means better deals and a wider choice of vehicles.

Essendon Airport (MEB)

  • Make tracks for the city centre after your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Melbourne has touched down. Central Melbourne is around 19 kilometres from Essendon Airport (MEB) and takes roughly 25 minutes to get to by car.

  • If you travel by public transport, the journey takes around 1 hour 15 minutes.

  • Reserve a hotel near MEB and get from baggage claim to bedtime in a flash. Whether you're coming in on a late EDI to Melbourne flight or just want a stress-free arrival, these accommodation options are all about convenience:

  • Start your trip without worrying about how to get to your next stop with an Essendon Airport rental car. You can book your wheels with trusted companies here like East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar.

  • Booking at least a few weeks in advance of your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Melbourne is always smart. Along with more affordable prices, you'll get a better selection of vehicle makes and models at MEB.

Best time to go to Melbourne

  • Before securing your flights from Edinburgh Airport to Melbourne, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Melbourne offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the low season brings cheaper hotel rates and smaller crowds.

  • When booking your Edinburgh Airport to Melbourne flight ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. January is the warmest month in Melbourne, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).

  • July sees average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from EDI to Melbourne around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

More about Melbourne

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Melbourne right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Melbourne:

  • There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. National Gallery of Victoria, Federation Square and Eureka Skydeck 88 are top attractions which should be on every Melbourne itinerary.

Explore more of Australia

  • Canberra is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be discovered once you've seen Melbourne. Around 467 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.

  • Launceston is another standout destination in Australia and is around 451 kilometres south-east of Melbourne. No trip is complete without seeing City Park, Tamar Island Wetlands and James Boag Brewery Experience.

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