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$275+ Cheap flights from Melbourne (MEL) to New Delhi (DEL)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — DEL
Aug 2 — Aug 91
Sat 8/2
Sat 8/9
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl are usually found in May or August, booked 46 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to New Delhi

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to New Delhi (DEL). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated July 28, 2025.

Round-trip from

$547
(AirAsia)

One-way from

$275
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$770

Good round-trip deal

$773 or less

Good one-way deal

$383 or less
From Melbourne to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to New Delhi
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to New Delhi. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 28, 2025.

This AirAsia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure AirAsia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/37:00 amMEL - DEL
1 stop19h 35mAirAsia X
Mon 9/2211:20 pmDEL - MEL
1 stop25h 40mAirAsia X
Deal found 7/27$547
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/127:00 amMEL - DEL
2 stops28h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/216:10 pmDEL - MEL
2 stops21h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$565
This Malaysia Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Malaysia Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/192:25 pmMEL - DEL
1 stop36h 55mMalaysia Airlines
Sat 11/1511:10 pmDEL - MEL
1 stop27h 05mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 7/28$641
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/512:30 amMEL - DEL
1 stop26h 55mVietJet Air
Thu 8/2112:05 amDEL - MEL
1 stop25h 25mVietJet Air
Deal found 7/27$647
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/57:25 amMEL - DEL
1 stop18h 15mCathay Pacific
Thu 8/2110:40 pmDEL - MEL
1 stop19h 05mCathay Pacific
Deal found 7/27$716
This Vietnam Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Vietnam Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/1511:25 amMEL - DEL
1 stop16h 10mVietnam Airlines
Fri 12/511:35 pmDEL - MEL
2 stops52h 20mVietnam Airlines
Deal found 7/28$729

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to New Delhi that are best for you.

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Melbourne

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New Delhi

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Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneNew Delhi

MEL - DEL

MELDEL

Melbourne

Wed 9/3

7:00 am-10:05 pm

1 stop19h 35m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Mon 9/22

11:20 pm-5:30 am

1 stop25h 40m

$547

MelbourneNew Delhi

MEL - DEL

MELDEL

Melbourne

Fri 9/12

7:00 am-6:35 am

2 stops28h 05m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Sun 9/21

6:10 pm-8:20 pm

2 stops21h 40m

$565

MelbourneNew Delhi

MEL - DEL

MELDEL

Melbourne

Sun 10/19

2:25 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop36h 55m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Sat 11/15

11:10 pm-7:45 am

1 stop27h 05m

$641

MelbourneNew Delhi

MEL - DEL

MELDEL

Melbourne

Thu 10/16

3:25 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop37h 55m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Fri 11/14

1:30 am-11:00 pm

1 stop16h 00m

$716

MelbourneNew Delhi

MEL - DEL

MELDEL

Melbourne

Sat 11/15

11:25 am-10:05 pm

1 stop16h 10m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Fri 12/5

11:35 pm-9:25 am

2 stops52h 20m

$729

MelbourneNew Delhi

MEL - DEL

MELDEL

Melbourne

Sat 8/9

7:30 am-10:55 pm

1 stop19h 55m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Wed 8/20

12:05 am-10:25 pm

1 stop17h 50m

$738

MelbourneNew Delhi

MEL - DEL

MELDEL

Melbourne

Fri 8/15

12:05 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop28h 25m

$275

MelbourneNew Delhi

MEL - DEL

MELDEL

Melbourne

Wed 11/19

1:30 am-10:50 pm

2 stops26h 50m

$276

MelbourneNew Delhi

MEL - DEL

MELDEL

Melbourne

Sun 9/14

7:00 am-10:05 pm

1 stop19h 35m

$361

MelbourneNew Delhi

MEL - DEL

MELDEL

Melbourne

Wed 11/19

12:30 am-9:50 pm

1 stop26h 50m

$422

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The best insider tips for Melbourne Airport to New Delhi flights

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to New Delhi

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to New Delhi from Melbourne with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne Airport to New Delhi

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to New Delhi?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Melbourne to New Delhi. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne Airport to New Delhi, you should look to book at least 46 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to New Delhi?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to New Delhi (average of $805). Flying from Melbourne Airport to New Delhi in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,347). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MEL to DEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to New Delhi. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 28, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 33% on flights from Melbourne Airport to New Delhi by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne Airport to New Delhi?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Melbourne to New Delhi. Price data was last updated on July 27, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne Airport to New Delhi flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Melbourne Airport to New Delhi?

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Melbourne Airport to New Delhi?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Melbourne Airport to New Delhi chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Singapore (SIN) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 39% of 1-stop itineraries from Melbourne Airport to New Delhi on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Melbourne Airport to New Delhi?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Melbourne Airport to New Delhi, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Mumbai (BOM) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $481.

What’s the fastest layover option from Melbourne Airport to New Delhi?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Melbourne Airport to New Delhi, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Colombo (CMB) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 5h 50m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Melbourne Airport to New Delhi?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Melbourne Airport to New Delhi, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Bangkok (BKK) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 42m.

Reviews of airlines servicing New Delhi

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New Delhi. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to New Delhi. Reviews last updated July 28, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Cathay Pacific, Vietnam Airlines, and Malaysia Airlines from Melbourne Airport to New Delhi to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
948 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.6

Food

7.3

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Steve,Jun 2025

DFW - HKG

Very rude stewardess lied about the food then argued about it very unprofessional
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
948 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
948 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.6

Food

7.3

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Steve,Jun 2025

DFW - HKG

Very rude stewardess lied about the food then argued about it very unprofessional
Vietnam Airlines
7.5
Good
197 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
948 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.6

Food

7.3

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Steve,Jun 2025

DFW - HKG

Very rude stewardess lied about the food then argued about it very unprofessional
Malaysia Airlines
7.4
Good
270 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
948 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.6

Food

7.3

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Steve,Jun 2025

DFW - HKG

Very rude stewardess lied about the food then argued about it very unprofessional
VietJet Air
5.6
Fair
145 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
948 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.6

Food

7.3

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Steve,Jun 2025

DFW - HKG

Very rude stewardess lied about the food then argued about it very unprofessional

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to New Delhi. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to New Delhi from Melbourne?

    New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL), located 7.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Melbourne to New Delhi. 11 airlines have flights to Indira Gandhi Intl from Melbourne on a regular basis. Booking flights from Melbourne to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 3 inbound flights from Melbourne per day.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to New Delhi round-trip?

    According to our current data, AirAsia X ($547), Malaysia Airlines ($641), and Cathay Pacific ($716) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne Airport to New Delhi. Users have found that AirAsia X is 29% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne Airport to New Delhi one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Melbourne Airport to New Delhi are VietJet Air ($276), AirAsia X ($361), and Malaysia Airlines ($422).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne Airport to New Delhi?

    Consider Qantas Airways (71%), Air India (38%) or SWISS (38%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Melbourne Airport to New Delhi.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to New Delhi?

    The cheapest flight price from Melbourne Airport to New Delhi is $360. On average you can expect to pay $678. The most popular route, (Melbourne - New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl), can usually be booked for $784.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to New Delhi that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to New Delhi flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to New Delhi?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to New Delhi.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to New Delhi?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to New Delhi by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to New Delhi?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to New Delhi (average of $805). Flying from Melbourne Airport to New Delhi in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,347). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from Melbourne to New Delhi

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to New Delhi. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirAsia XCheapest$380Average$740FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
VietJet AirCheapest$439Average$689FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Vietnam AirlinesCheapest$502Average$588FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$574Average$1,013FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Cathay PacificCheapest$578Average$724FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Air IndiaCheapest$596Average$1,054FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$626Average$867FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$634Average$823FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$730Average$1,037FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Thai AirwaysCheapest$756Average$1,004FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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