Are you looking to book cheap flights to Melbourne from the UK? If so, we welcome you to compare the flights which we have available here at Globehunters or call our experienced travel consultants and let them find the very best deals and discounts for you.

Melbourne is probably Australia’s most bohemian city, with a maze of hidden alleyways, cool vibrant bars, exclusive restaurants and enchanting boutique outlets. Here you can soak up the culture, hit the sporting grounds, taste the dynamic food and wine, dance the night away or wander the magnificent parks and leafy boulevards. To put it simply, Melbourne offers something for the whole family.

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When it comes to things to do in Melbourne, there’s so much to choose from and you’ll be just as at home if you enjoy watching sport or whether you prefer lounging around on the beach! In fact, every year millions of adventure seekers book flights to Melbourne especially to visit its beaches and feel the thrill of surfing at one of the world’s most stunning destinations.

A trip to Australia is, for many, a once in a lifetime opportunity so why not make the most of your holiday and combine a stay in Melbourne with time in Sydney or Brisbane in addition? At the end of the day, if you’re travelling over 10,500 miles away from home, no one would blame you for wanting to see as much of the country as possible.

We are proud to offer first class flights and business class flights to Melbourne as well as economy.

5 Things You Need To Know About Melbourne

Before you book your flights to Melbourne from the UK, here’s 5 things you need to know about the city...

Time Difference: GMT +11 hours
Currency: AUD ($)
Native Language: English
Weather: January is the warmest month in Melbourne, with an average temperature of 21°C whilst July is the coolest with temperatures around 10°C.
Sales Tax: Goods and services tax (GST) is a broad-based tax of 10% on most goods, services and other items sold or consumed in Australia.

Flying To Melbourne From The UK

Before booking your flights to Melbourne, here’s everything which we think you’ll need to know including flight times, entry requirements and a look at the airlines who fly from the UK.

Flight Times

The average flight time from the UK to Melbourne is around 23 hours, however this can vary slightly depending upon your departure airport and your connection(s). It is worth noting that, given the distance from the UK (over 10,500 miles), you are unable to fly direct and will need to catch a connecting flight, commonly in the Middle East.

Entry Requirements

You will need to obtain a visa to enter Australia as a British Citizen. The following types of visa can be obtained prior to travelling:

- eVisitor Visa direct from the Department of Immigration & Border Protection.
- Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) via your travel agent or airline.

In some instances, you may be asked to undergo a health examination before your visa is granted and upon arrival, there is a chance you may be required to provide evidence of funds to support your visit and a return or onwards travel ticket.

Always leave plenty of time to apply for your visa and be prepared to undergo any additional checks required by the Department of Immigration & Border Protection before this is granted. In many cases, these are simply routine checks and are nothing to worry about.

Airlines That Fly To Melbourne

The following airlines fly to Melbourne from the UK. Given the distance, all include at least one connection.

- Etihad
- Virgin Australia
- Thai
- Qatar Airways
- Singapore Airlines
- Air India

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The Airport

All flights to Melbourne from the UK will arrive at:

- Melbourne Airport (MEL)

Melbourne Airport (MEL)

Also known as Tullamarine Airport, Melbourne Airport (MEL) is the main airport serving the city of Melbourne, and is the second busiest airport in Australia. Situated adjacent to the suburb of Tullamarine, the airport is located 23km from the city centre. In 2003, Melbourne Airport received the International Air Transport Association Eagle Award for service and two National Tourism Awards for tourism services.

Your options for transfers to the city centre from the airport include rental cars, buses, shuttles and taxis. See more information here.

Popular Routes

Popular routes to Melbourne from the UK include:

- London to Melbourne Flights
- Manchester to Melbourne Flights

10 Melbourne Must-Dos

Whether you want to go have a nosey at the filming locations of Neighbours on the official tour or head to the beach, there’s something for the whole family on offer.

Our top 10 things to see and do in Melbourne include:

- Great Ocean Road
- Queen Victoria Market
- Melbourne Cricket Ground
- Yarra Valley
- Old Melbourne Gaol
- National Sports Museum
- Werribee Open Range Zoo
- Official Neighbours Tour
- Puffing Billy Railway
- Melbourn Star

These are just a selection of the many great things to do, however be reassured that there’s plenty to keep everyone in your party occupied for the duration of your star.

Book Cheap Flights To Melbourne With Globehunters

When it comes to booking a trip to Australia, look no further than Globehunters. Our friendly and experienced travel consultants are on hand to help find you the very best deals and discounts on flights to Melbourne, regardless of when you are planning on travelling and which UK airport you are wanting to depart from.

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