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Flight deals from Melbourne to Houston

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Melbourne to Houston? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 15,053. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Houston.R 10,041 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Sep.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Avalon on Wed, 9 Sep, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,041, select.
Houston.R 10,275 per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 Oct.One-way flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Thu, 15 Oct, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,275, select.
Houston.R 10,286 per passenger.Departing Sun, 23 Aug.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 23 Aug, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,286, select.
Houston.R 11,885 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Nov.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Avalon on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,885, select.
Houston.R 16,116 per passenger.Departing Tue, 7 Jul.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 7 Jul, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From R 16,116, select.
Houston.R 16,962 per passenger.Departing Thu, 21 Jan.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Thu, 21 Jan, arriving in Houston Hobby.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 16,962, select.
Houston.R 17,035 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Mar.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 17 Mar, arriving in Houston Hobby.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 17,035, select.
Houston.R 17,040 per passenger.Departing Wed, 21 Apr.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 21 Apr, arriving in Houston Hobby.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 17,040, select.
Houston.R 17,040 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Dec.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 7 Dec, arriving in Houston Hobby.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 17,040, select.
Houston.R 17,058 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Feb.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 15 Feb, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From R 17,058, select.
Houston.R 17,128 per passenger.Departing Tue, 11 May.One-way flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 11 May, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From R 17,128, select.
Houston.R 25,616 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Jun.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 1 Jun, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From R 25,616, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Houston

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Melbourne to Houston flights are currently cheapest in September.
Jul
from R 16,046
Aug
from R 10,241
Sep
from R 9,997
Oct
from R 10,230
Nov
from R 11,833
Dec
from R 16,967
Jan
from R 16,889
Feb
from R 16,984
Mar
from R 16,962
Apr
from R 16,967
May
from R 17,054
Jun
from R 25,506

Alternative Melbourne to Houston routes

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

Houston Hobby

15km from central Houston
Closest
from R 15,972
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Houston George Bush Intercntl.

25km from central Houston
Cheapest
from R 9,997
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Houston Ellington Field

28km from central Houston
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Melbourne to Houston: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 9,997
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from Melbourne to Houston: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Houston: Houston Hobby, Houston George Bush Intercntl. and Houston Ellington Field.
The best price we found for a return flight from Melbourne to Houston is R 14,988. 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 Melbourne to Houston. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 14,988.
As of July 2026, there are no flights flying from Melbourne to Houston.
The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Houston is usually August.
If you're flying from Melbourne, the cheapest airport near Houston is Houston George Bush Intercntl. – which is 24.9 km away from the centre of Houston. We've found flights into this airport from R 14,988.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Melbourne to Houston on Saturday, 15 August 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Melbourne and Houston. 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 Houston 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 Houston is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

In July, the average temperature is usually around 29°C. August is typically the warmest month in Houston, when it usually averages around 34°C. You can expect the least rain in March. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 6°C. The rainiest month is June.
The cheapest airline that flies to Houston is Fiji Airways .

Flying from Melbourne to Houston: what you need to know

  • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is Melbourne's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Melbourne to Houston taking off from here.

  • Step off your plane in Houston at Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH) or Houston Hobby Airport (HOU).

  • Houston's timezone is UTC-6, which makes Houston 17 hours behind Melbourne.

  • Leave plenty of time to make your Melbourne to Houston flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like December. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.

How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Houston

  • To find cheap Melbourne to Houston flights, book ahead. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.

  • If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when searching for your plane ticket from Melbourne to Houston.

  • Snapping up a cheap flight from Melbourne to Houston is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when there's a better deal.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' Melbourne to Houston flights.

Flying from Melbourne

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • We make it simple to book a Melbourne to Houston flight with a stopover. To see your options departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:

    • Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)

    • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

    • Sydney Airport (SYD)

  • Located around 19 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.

  • Planning to catch an early flight from Melbourne to Houston? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, data shows 63% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.

Arriving in Houston

Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH)

Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)

  • Central Houston is approximately 16 kilometres from Houston Hobby Airport (HOU). As soon as your flight from Melbourne to Houston has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 20 minutes.

  • If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 50 minutes.

  • There are some great places ready to welcome you near HOU. Kick back after your Melbourne to Houston flight at one of these perfectly located options:

  • No need to worry about public transport schedules or slow-moving taxi lines. Grab a Houston Hobby Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Compare offers from Easirent, Dollar and Thrifty.

  • Avoid last-minute price surges. Booking your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at HOU will help you save.

  • You can find Houston Hobby Airport at 7800 Airport Boulevard.

Best time to go to Houston

  • It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Melbourne to Houston. July is the busiest month for a trip to Houston. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in September.

  • When booking your Melbourne to Houston tickets, think about the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Houston, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Melbourne to Houston in January when temperatures average between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF).

More about Houston

Explore more of the United States

  • Houston will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of the United States waiting to be discovered. About 306 kilometres west of Houston, a trip to San Antonio will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like San Antonio River Walk, Selena Quintanilla Mural and Historic Market Square.

  • Dallas is another essential stop in the United States and is around 370 kilometres north of Houston. No journey is complete without seeing Dallas Symphony Orchestra at Meyerson Symphony Centre, Winspear Opera House and Dallas Museum of Art.

Plan the rest of your trip from Melbourne to Houston

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.