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Flight deals from Cardiff to Melbourne

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Cardiff Airport to Melbourne? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from C$2,008. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Melbourne.C$930 per passenger.Departing Sun., Oct. 11.One-way flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Cardiff on Sun., Oct. 11, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$930, select.
Melbourne.C$959 per passenger.Departing Mon., Nov. 30.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Cardiff on Mon., Nov. 30, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$959, select.
Melbourne.C$971 per passenger.Departing Fri., Aug. 28.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Cardiff on Fri., Aug. 28, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$971, select.
Melbourne.C$1,081 per passenger.Departing Thu., Jul. 2.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Cardiff on Thu., Jul. 2, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,081, select.
Melbourne.C$1,254 per passenger.Departing Sat., Feb. 20.One-way flight with Aer Lingus.Outbound indirect flight with Aer Lingus, departs from Cardiff on Sat., Feb. 20, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,254, select.
Melbourne.C$1,385 per passenger.Departing Thu., Jun. 3.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Cardiff on Thu., Jun. 3, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,385, select.
Melbourne.C$1,431 per passenger.Departing Fri., May 7.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Cardiff on Fri., May 7, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,431, select.

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

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

Melbourne Essendon

11km from central Melbourne
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Melbourne Tullamarine

19km from central Melbourne
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Melbourne Avalon

50km from central Melbourne
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Cardiff to Melbourne: Flight information

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Cheapest flight foundC$930
Cheapest month to flyOctober

Finding cheap flights from Cardiff 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 Cardiff to Melbourne is C$1,752. 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 Cardiff to Melbourne. But we found flights with one or more stops from C$1,752.
As of June 2026, there are no flights flying from Cardiff to Melbourne.
The cheapest month to fly from Cardiff to Melbourne is usually August.
If you're flying from Cardiff Airport, the cheapest airport near Melbourne is Melbourne Avalon – which is 50.1 km away from the centre of Melbourne. We've found flights into this airport from C$1,752.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cardiff Airport to Melbourne on Sunday, August 9, 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Cardiff 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 June, the average temperature is usually around 9°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, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Melbourne.

Flying from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Melbourne: what you need to know

  • The timezone in Melbourne is UTC+11. The city is 11 hours ahead of Cardiff, where Cardiff Airport is located.

  • To ensure you get on your flight from CWL to Melbourne, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • Flying during a peak time like June? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • To visit Australia for tourism purposes, you'll need an e-visa if you hold a passport from United Kingdom. However, visa rules can change and you may need further documentation depending on the duration and purpose of your visit. Always check the most up-to-date guidelines before reserving your cheap ticket from Cardiff Airport to Melbourne.

  • CWL is about 27 kilometres from central Cardiff. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 31 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour and 6 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Cardiff Airport to Melbourne? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to CWL:

How to find the cheapest flights from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Melbourne

  • C$930 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Cardiff Airport to Melbourne. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$1,752. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.

  • To score cheap tickets from CWL to Melbourne, book early. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first released.

  • Finding cheap tickets from Cardiff Airport to Melbourne is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Check out the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across the month and score a great deal.

  • Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. We'll get in touch right away if there's a better deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you the hassle of checking for cheap tickets from CWL to Melbourne every day.

  • Make the most of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Cardiff Airport to Melbourne, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.

Airports in Melbourne

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is around 24 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 28 minutes.

  • It takes around 42 minutes when travelling by public transport.

  • Book a hotel close to MEL if you're catching a late flight from Cardiff Airport to Melbourne. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:

Avalon Airport (AVV)

  • Avalon Airport (AVV) is roughly 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. Following your flight from Cardiff Airport to Melbourne, it'll take you around 51 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.

  • You can expect the trip to take approximately 2 hours and 4 minutes on public transport.

  • Little River Bed and Breakfast is a comfortable accommodation option within an easy drive of AVV. Unpack your bags here after your flight from CWL to Melbourne and then hang the 'Do not disturb' sign for some uninterrupted rest.

Best time to go to Melbourne

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Cardiff Airport to Melbourne. To avoid the crowds, head for Melbourne in April when things are quieter.

  • The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your flights from Cardiff Airport to Melbourne in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from CWL to Melbourne in July when temperatures average between 4ºC and 13ºC.

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