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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Rome to Melbourne? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Melbourne.R 7,586 per passenger.Departing Mon, 24 Nov.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Rome Ciampino on Mon, 24 Nov, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,586, select.

Melbourne.R 7,683 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Mar.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Tue, 3 Mar, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,683, select.

Melbourne.R 8,088 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Dec.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Tue, 9 Dec, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,088, select.

Melbourne.R 8,283 per passenger.Departing Tue, 5 May.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Tue, 5 May, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,283, select.

Melbourne.R 8,433 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Feb.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Tue, 3 Feb, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,433, select.

Melbourne.R 9,244 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Oct.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Thu, 30 Oct, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,244, select.

Melbourne.R 9,429 per passenger.Departing Sun, 26 Apr.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Sun, 26 Apr, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,429, select.

Melbourne.R 9,446 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Jun.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Mon, 1 Jun, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,446, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Rome to Melbourne

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Rome to Melbourne flights are currently cheapest in November.

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Alternative Rome to Melbourne routes

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

Rome to Melbourne: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	R 7,586
Cheapest month to fly	November

Finding cheap flights from Rome to Melbourne: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Melbourne?

There are 3 airports in Melbourne: Melbourne Essendon, Melbourne Tullamarine and Melbourne Avalon.

How much are return flights from Rome to Melbourne?

The best price we found for a return flight from Rome to Melbourne is R 12,223. 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.

Which airlines fly direct from Rome to Melbourne?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Rome to Melbourne. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 12,285.

How many flights are there a week from Rome to Melbourne?

As of October 2025, there are no flights flying from Rome to Melbourne.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Rome to Melbourne?

The cheapest month to fly from Rome to Melbourne is usually November.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Melbourne?

If you're flying from Rome, 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 12,223.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Rome to Melbourne on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Rome to Melbourne on Monday, 3 November 2025.

Can I get a direct flight from Rome to Melbourne?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Rome and Melbourne. Most routes have one or more stops.

How can I get the best flight deal from Rome to Melbourne?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Melbourne?

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.

What’s the weather like in Melbourne?

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Rome to Melbourne with?

The cheapest airline that flies to Melbourne is Air China .

Travelling from Rome to Melbourne: what you need to know

There are two main airports you can fly out of in Rome. Explore your options leaving from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) when organising your flight from Rome to Melbourne.
Disembark at Melbourne's major arrival point, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).
Melbourne is ten hours ahead of Rome and follows the UTC+11 timezone.
For a relaxed travel experience, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your Rome to Melbourne flight.
Travelling during a peak time like August? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Melbourne

Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap Rome to Melbourne flight. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your plane ticket from Rome to Melbourne.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a better deal comes up on cheap flights from Rome to Melbourne.
Tailor your travel plans using filters. Select your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' Rome to Melbourne flights.

Flying from Rome

Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing Rome to Melbourne flights departing from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
- Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
- Dubai Airport (DXB)
- Changi International Airport (SIN)
FCO is around 23 kilometres from central Rome. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Rome to Melbourne, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
70.57% of flights that depart Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport touch down at their destination on time.

Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)

You can get to CIA from central Rome in about 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to cover the 13 kilometres or so.
It's your holiday, so why not enjoy an additional night away? Consider staying at one of these accommodation options near Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport the day before your flight from Rome to Melbourne:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 73%.

Arriving in Melbourne

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

The distance from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne is approximately 19 kilometres. It'll take you around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 40 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Rome to Melbourne. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MEL instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt and venture far and wide through Melbourne and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport about four weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.

Avalon Airport (AVV)

Avalon Airport (AVV) is roughly 48 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. Following your flight from Rome to Melbourne, it takes approximately 50 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 2 hours 5 minutes.
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or cab lines. Pick up an Avalon Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Check out the availability and rates from Sixt, Kangaroo Rental and yesaway car hire.
Get first dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from AVV three weeks ahead of time often means more savings and a wider selection of vehicles.

Essendon Airport (MEB)

Make your way to the city centre after your flight from Rome to Melbourne has arrived. Central Melbourne is around 11 kilometres from Essendon Airport (MEB) and takes roughly 25 minutes to get there in a car.
Public transport will take you there in about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Start your travels without stressing over how to reach your destination with an Essendon Airport rental car. Book your wheels with reliable suppliers here like East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar.
Booking a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Rome to Melbourne is a smart way to go. As well as better deals, you'll likely have a better variety of makes and models to choose from at MEB.

Best time to go to Melbourne

January is the busiest month for flights from Rome to Melbourne. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Melbourne in April.
Lock in a Rome to Melbourne ticket departing in January if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Melbourne to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap flights from Rome to Melbourne in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) on average.

More about Melbourne

When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Melbourne right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from Rome to Melbourne:
Federation Square and National Gallery of Victoria are just two of the leading attractions to add to your Melbourne must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Eureka Skydeck 88.

Explore more of Australia

Melbourne will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Australia you'll want to see. About 467 kilometres north-east of Melbourne, a trip to Canberra will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
Geelong is another standout destination in Australia and is around 64 kilometres south-west of Melbourne. No journey is complete without visiting Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre.