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$700+ Cheap flights from Columbus to Melbourne

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 1/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — MEL
Dec 26 — Jan 21
Fri 12/26
Fri 1/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (C01) to Melbourne (ME1). 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 November 26, 2025.

Round-trip from

$995
(Air Canada)

One-way from

$700
(United Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,825
From Columbus to Melbourne
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 26, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/23. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/166:00 amCMH - MEL
2 stops35h 30mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/271:00 pmMEL - CMH
2 stops50h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/23$1,465
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/244:17 pmCMH - MEL
2 stops49h 43mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/3111:30 amMEL - CMH
2 stops52h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/24$1,677
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/17:46 pmCMH - MEL
2 stops43h 24mCathay Pacific
Sun 12/73:35 pmMEL - CMH
2 stops46h 50mCathay Pacific
Deal found 11/25$1,846
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/297:46 pmCMH - MEL
2 stops35h 14mCathay Pacific
Fri 12/512:45 amMEL - CMH
2 stops32h 46mCathay Pacific
Deal found 11/24$1,886
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/2912:08 pmCMH - MEL
2 stops42h 52mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/67:20 amMEL - CMH
2 stops29h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/24$1,916
This Jetabroad deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/23. 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 Jetabroad is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/163:22 pmCMH - MEL
1 stop21h 38mQantas Airways
Sat 12/2712:00 pmMEL - CMH
1 stop21h 07mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/23$1,938
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/13:18 pmCMH - MEL
2 stops27h 47mQantas Airways
Sun 12/712:00 pmMEL - CMH
1 stop20h 57mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/25$1,965
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/296:05 pmCMH - MEL
1 stop23h 25mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/612:00 pmMEL - CMH
1 stop20h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/24$2,081
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/299:30 amCMH - AVV
3 stops45h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/68:55 pmAVV - CMH
3 stops40h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/24$2,306
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/19:30 amCMH - AVV
3 stops42h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/78:55 pmAVV - CMH
3 stops40h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/25$2,391
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/243:21 pmCMH - AVV
2 stops32h 29mQantas Airways
Wed 12/318:55 pmAVV - CMH
2 stops37h 40mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/24$3,309
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/23. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/169:30 amCMH - AVV
3 stops45h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/278:55 pmAVV - CMH
3 stops40h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/23$3,676

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus to Melbourne that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated November 26, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to Melbourne that are best for you.

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Columbus

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Melbourne

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Depart

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Price

ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - AVV

CMHAVV

Columbus

Mon 2/16

9:30 am-8:20 pm

3 stops42h 50m

Melbourne Avalon

Thu 2/26

6:00 am-8:56 pm

3 stops30h 56m

$1,025

ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - AVV

CMHAVV

Columbus

Tue 2/17

9:30 am-11:15 pm

3 stops45h 45m

Melbourne Avalon

Thu 2/26

6:00 am-8:56 pm

3 stops30h 56m

$1,025

ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - MEL

CMHMEL

Columbus

Wed 2/18

9:30 am-1:40 pm

3 stops36h 10m

Melbourne

Thu 2/26

7:25 am-8:56 pm

3 stops29h 31m

$1,038

ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - MEL

CMHMEL

Columbus

Mon 2/16

9:30 am-2:05 pm

3 stops36h 35m

Melbourne

Thu 2/26

7:45 am-8:56 pm

3 stops29h 11m

$1,038

ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - MEL

CMHMEL

Columbus

Mon 2/23

5:57 pm-9:30 am

1 stop23h 33m

Melbourne

Mon 3/16

4:05 pm-12:06 am

1 stop23h 01m

$1,099

ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - MEL

CMHMEL

Columbus

Wed 2/18

11:36 am-5:00 am

1 stop25h 24m

Melbourne

Thu 2/26

12:00 pm-5:06 pm

1 stop21h 06m

$1,130

ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - MEL

CMHMEL

Columbus

Mon 2/23

5:57 pm-9:30 am

1 stop23h 33m

Melbourne

Mon 3/16

12:00 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops24h 25m

$1,134

ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - MEL

CMHMEL

Columbus

Wed 2/18

4:43 pm-9:30 am

2 stops24h 47m

Melbourne

Wed 2/25

11:30 am-10:12 pm

2 stops26h 42m

$1,153

ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - MEL

CMHMEL

Columbus

Wed 2/18

5:57 pm-9:30 am

1 stop23h 33m

Melbourne

Wed 2/25

4:05 pm-2:51 pm

1 stop38h 46m

$1,166

ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - AVV

CMHAVV

Columbus

Wed 2/18

9:30 am-11:15 pm

3 stops45h 45m

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 2/25

6:00 am-8:56 pm

3 stops30h 56m

$1,166

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Melbourne

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Columbus to Melbourne?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Melbourne (average of $1,090). Flying from Columbus to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,836). 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 CMH to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 26, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Columbus to Melbourne in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 30% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated November 26, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Qantas Airways and United Airlines from Columbus to Melbourne. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
944 reviews

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Carol,Oct 2025

ADL - MEL

Smooth flight, good onboard staff who were very caring when I didn’t feel very well.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
944 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
944 reviews

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Carol,Oct 2025

ADL - MEL

Smooth flight, good onboard staff who were very caring when I didn’t feel very well.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,046 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
944 reviews

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Carol,Oct 2025

ADL - MEL

Smooth flight, good onboard staff who were very caring when I didn’t feel very well.

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Columbus to Melbourne?

    A quick flight from Columbus to Melbourne can take about 23h 33m. Qantas Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,099. The distance from Columbus to Melbourne is about 9887 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Columbus to Melbourne round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Columbus to Melbourne round-trip from $1,161. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Qantas Airways. United Airlines is currently priced 30% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Columbus to Melbourne?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus to Melbourne 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 Columbus to Melbourne?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Melbourne (average of $1,090). Flying from Columbus to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,836). 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 2 airlines flying from Columbus to Melbourne

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Columbus to Melbourne. 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 November 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$1,161Average$1,644FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,480Average$1,681FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%

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