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Cheap flights from Columbus to Melbourne from $980

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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 April 26, 2024.

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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Columbus to Melbourne?

Wednesday flights are generally found to be more expensive for flights from Columbus to Melbourne. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Melbourne.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Columbus to Melbourne?

October is one of the best times of the year to fly to Melbourne from Columbus. Prices for October average $2,169 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $1,614. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December. Opting for a October flight can save you 75% on your journey compared to booking in December

When is the cheapest time to fly from Columbus to Melbourne (CMH - MEL)?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Columbus to Melbourne at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 17% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

Cheap United Airlines flights from Columbus to Melbourne

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by United Airlines for the route between Columbus and Melbourne. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,117 searches. Data last updated April 26, 2024.
Consider these cheap United Airlines flights we've found departing from Columbus to Melbourne. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.
Fri 6/216:12 pmCMH - MEL
2 stops23h 18mUnited Airlines
Sun 7/79:30 amMEL - CMH
2 stops28h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/25$2,359
Sat 6/227:32 amCMH - MEL
1 stop34h 43mUnited Airlines
Sun 7/710:55 amMEL - CMH
1 stop33h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/25$3,208

Cheap Air Canada flights from Columbus to Melbourne

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Air Canada for the route between Columbus and Melbourne. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,117 searches. Data last updated April 26, 2024.
Browse through some of the cheapest Air Canada flights traveling from Columbus to Melbourne. Deals frequently update to provide users with more options.
Fri 6/213:40 pmCMH - MEL
3 stops29h 55mAir Canada
Tue 7/96:00 amMEL - CMH
3 stops46h 59mAir Canada
Deal found 4/25$2,027
Tue 5/73:40 pmCMH - MEL
3 stops29h 55mAir Canada
Sat 5/116:00 pmMEL - CMH
3 stops40h 45mAir Canada
Deal found 4/24$2,877

Cheap Columbus to Melbourne flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from Columbus to Melbourne specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,117 searches. Prices were last updated on April 26, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Melbourne in 2024 at this time. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Tue 5/712:46 pmCMH - MEL
2 stops44h 44mQatar Airways
Sat 5/113:15 pmMEL - CMH
2 stops46h 27mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/25$2,648
Tue 5/712:46 pmCMH - MEL
2 stops37h 59mQatar Airways
Sat 5/119:00 pmMEL - CMH
2 stops62h 11mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/24$2,650
Tue 5/73:40 pmCMH - MEL
3 stops29h 55mAir Canada
Sat 5/116:00 pmMEL - CMH
3 stops40h 45mAir Canada
Deal found 4/24$2,877

Columbus to Melbourne 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Columbus and Melbourne in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,117 searches. Data last updated April 26, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Melbourne in 2024 at this time. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Fri 6/213:40 pmCMH - MEL
3 stops29h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/96:00 amMEL - CMH
3 stops46h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/26$2,025
Fri 6/213:40 pmCMH - MEL
3 stops29h 55mAir Canada
Tue 7/96:00 amMEL - CMH
3 stops46h 59mAir Canada
Deal found 4/25$2,027
Fri 6/215:00 pmCMH - MEL
2 stops27h 50mAir New Zealand
Tue 7/96:15 pmMEL - CMH
2 stops43h 44mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/25$2,042
Sat 6/226:45 amCMH - MEL
2 stops38h 05mAir New Zealand
Wed 7/108:45 amMEL - CMH
2 stops29h 14mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/25$2,109
Fri 6/215:00 pmCMH - MEL
2 stops27h 50mAir New Zealand
Tue 7/96:15 pmMEL - CMH
2 stops43h 44mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/26$2,110
Sat 6/226:45 amCMH - MEL
2 stops38h 05mAir New Zealand
Wed 7/108:45 amMEL - CMH
2 stops29h 14mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/26$2,128
Fri 6/219:05 amCMH - MEL
3 stops35h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/912:10 pmMEL - CMH
2 stops32h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/26$2,175
Fri 6/213:10 pmCMH - MEL
1 stop24h 15mQantas Airways
Tue 7/98:00 amMEL - CMH
2 stops28h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/26$2,224
Fri 6/213:10 pmCMH - MEL
1 stop24h 15mQantas Airways
Tue 7/912:00 pmMEL - CMH
2 stops24h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/25$2,247

One-way flights to Melbourne from Columbus

Search for one-way flight options from Columbus to Melbourne. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,117 searches. Data last updated April 26, 2024.
If you're seeking multiple options on one-way flights from Columbus to Melbourne, be sure to check out these deals, which are updated often. Users in need of a round-trip flight from Columbus to Melbourne instead should update the search form at the top of page.
Wed 5/83:31 pmCMH - MEL
3 stops42h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$980
Wed 5/83:31 pmCMH - AVV
3 stops41h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,023
Wed 5/82:10 pmCMH - MEL
2 stops32h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,115
Wed 5/82:10 pmCMH - MEL
1 stop25h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,550
Wed 5/82:10 pmCMH - AVV
2 stops29h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,850

Find flights from Columbus to Melbourne within your budget

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 3,068,117 searches. Data last updated April 26, 2024.

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ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - MEL

CMHMEL

Columbus

Fri 6/21

3 stops29h 45m

Melbourne

Tue 7/9

3 stops46h 59m

$2,025

ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - MEL

CMHMEL

Columbus

Fri 6/21

3 stops29h 55m

Melbourne

Tue 7/9

3 stops46h 59m

$2,027

ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - MEL

CMHMEL

Columbus

Fri 6/21

2 stops27h 50m

Melbourne

Tue 7/9

2 stops43h 44m

$2,042

ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - MEL

CMHMEL

Columbus

Sat 6/22

2 stops38h 05m

Melbourne

Wed 7/10

2 stops29h 14m

$2,109

ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - MEL

CMHMEL

Columbus

Fri 6/21

3 stops35h 45m

Melbourne

Tue 7/9

2 stops32h 32m

$2,175

ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - MEL

CMHMEL

Columbus

Fri 6/21

1 stop24h 15m

Melbourne

Tue 7/9

2 stops28h 10m

$2,224

ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - MEL

CMHMEL

Columbus

Fri 6/21

1 stop24h 15m

Melbourne

Tue 7/9

2 stops24h 10m

$2,247

ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - MEL

CMHMEL

Columbus

Fri 6/21

2 stops23h 18m

Melbourne

Sun 7/7

2 stops28h 29m

$2,359

ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - MEL

CMHMEL

Columbus

Tue 5/7

2 stops44h 44m

Melbourne

Sat 5/11

2 stops46h 27m

$2,648

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Columbus to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on April 21, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbus to Melbourne flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Melbourne by month

Plan your trip from Columbus to Melbourne by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Columbus to Melbourne is currently $1,304 while a round-trip flight costs $2,206. Price data was last updated on April 21, 2024.

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Melbourne (average of $1,083). Flying from Columbus to Melbourne in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,832). 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.

January

$1,529

February

$1,156

March

$1,083

April

$1,397

May

$1,503

June

$1,571

July

$1,832

August

$1,467

September

$1,490

October

$1,562

November

$1,489

December

$1,701

Temperature and rainfall in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

MEL

Temperature

46.4 - 68 °F

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 April 26, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines, Air Canada and Air New Zealand from Columbus to Melbourne by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
647 reviews
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Crew

8.8

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
647 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
647 reviews
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Crew

8.8

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

Qatar Airways
7.7
Good
4,467 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
647 reviews
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Crew

8.8

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

Qantas Airways
7.7
Good
1,001 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
647 reviews
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Crew

8.8

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
11,228 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
647 reviews
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Crew

8.8

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

Air Canada
7.0
Good
6,864 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
647 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.8

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Columbus to Melbourne for under $2,100 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Columbus to Melbourne for under $2,100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $2,025, but on average you can expect to pay $2,240.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Columbus to Melbourne round-trip from $2,027. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air New Zealand, from $2,042, and Qantas Airways, from $2,224. Air Canada is currently priced 6% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Columbus to Melbourne?

    Consider Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways or United Airlines when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from Columbus to Melbourne.

  • What does CMH to MEL mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Columbus Airport to Melbourne Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a CMH to MEL flight. Melbourne Avalon Airport (AVV), Melbourne Essendon Airport (MEB), Melbourne Moorabbin Airport (MBW), Bendigo Airport (BXG) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Columbus to Melbourne that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Columbus to Melbourne flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Columbus to Melbourne with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Columbus to Melbourne flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Columbus to Melbourne that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Columbus to Melbourne offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Columbus to Melbourne?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Columbus to Melbourne flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Columbus to Melbourne flight deals updated?

    The Columbus to Melbourne flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 4/26.

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