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$1,386+ Cheap flights from Indianapolis (IND) to Melbourne

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IND — MEL
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Indianapolis to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Indianapolis (IND) 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 May 1, 2025.

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$1,386
(KAYAK)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$1,468
From Indianapolis to Melbourne
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Cheapest flights from Indianapolis to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Indianapolis to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/196:00 amIND - MEL
2 stops37h 50mAir New Zealand
Sun 10/266:55 pmMEL - IND
2 stops50h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/30$1,386
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Sun 10/1911:47 amIND - MEL
2 stops30h 28mUnited Airlines
Sun 10/2612:00 pmMEL - IND
1 stop21h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$1,456
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Sun 10/1910:20 amIND - MEL
3 stops34h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/267:00 amMEL - IND
3 stops29h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$1,481
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Fri 11/149:57 amIND - MEL
1 stop27h 03mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/3012:00 pmMEL - IND
1 stop20h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,559
This Jetabroad deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Thu 5/296:00 amIND - MEL
1 stop36h 15mVirgin Australia
Wed 6/1110:55 amMEL - IND
1 stop31h 56mVirgin Australia
Deal found 4/30$1,712
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/144:04 pmIND - MEL
1 stop24h 41mQantas Airways
Sat 6/217:30 pmMEL - IND
2 stops36h 17mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/29$1,973
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/1410:20 amIND - MEL
3 stops34h 45mAir Canada
Sat 6/216:00 pmMEL - IND
3 stops41h 00mAir Canada
Deal found 4/30$4,238

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Indianapolis 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 May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Indianapolis to Melbourne that are best for you.

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Indianapolis

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Melbourne

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Price

IndianapolisMelbourne

IND - MEL

INDMEL

Indianapolis

Sun 10/19

6:00 am-10:50 am

2 stops37h 50m

Melbourne

Sun 10/26

6:55 pm-6:30 am

2 stops50h 35m

$1,386

IndianapolisMelbourne

IND - MEL

INDMEL

Indianapolis

Sun 10/19

11:47 am-9:15 am

2 stops30h 28m

Melbourne

Sun 10/26

12:00 pm-6:23 pm

1 stop21h 23m

$1,456

IndianapolisMelbourne

IND - MEL

INDMEL

Indianapolis

Sun 10/19

10:20 am-12:10 pm

3 stops34h 50m

Melbourne

Sun 10/26

7:00 am-9:45 pm

3 stops29h 45m

$1,481

IndianapolisMelbourne

IND - MEL

INDMEL

Indianapolis

Thu 5/29

6:00 am-8:15 am

1 stop36h 15m

Melbourne

Wed 6/11

10:55 am-4:51 am

1 stop31h 56m

$1,712

IndianapolisMelbourne

IND - MEL

INDMEL

Indianapolis

Sat 6/14

4:04 pm-6:45 am

1 stop24h 41m

Melbourne

Sat 6/21

7:30 pm-5:47 pm

2 stops36h 17m

$1,973

IndianapolisMelbourne

IND - MEL

INDMEL

Indianapolis

Sat 6/14

4:04 pm-6:45 am

1 stop24h 41m

Melbourne

Sat 6/21

6:00 am-5:47 pm

2 stops25h 47m

$2,101

IndianapolisMelbourne

IND - MEL

INDMEL

Indianapolis

Sat 6/14

10:20 am-11:05 am

3 stops34h 45m

Melbourne

Sat 6/21

6:00 pm-9:00 pm

3 stops41h 00m

$4,238

IndianapolisMelbourne

IND - MEL

INDMEL

Indianapolis

Sun 8/3

4:04 pm-6:45 am

1 stop24h 41m

$1,878

IndianapolisMelbourne

IND - MEL

INDMEL

Indianapolis

Sun 8/3

5:38 pm-10:50 am

2 stops27h 12m

$2,247

IndianapolisMelbourne

IND - MEL

INDMEL

Indianapolis

Sun 8/3

10:20 am-11:35 am

3 stops35h 15m

$2,405

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Best time to book a flight from Indianapolis to Melbourne

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Indianapolis to Melbourne

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to Melbourne (average of $1,071). Flying from Indianapolis to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,774). 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 IND to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Indianapolis 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 May 1, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Indianapolis to Melbourne is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 46% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Indianapolis to Melbourne?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Indianapolis to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on June 30, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Indianapolis to Melbourne flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Melbourne by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne ranges from 1.2 - 2.4 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.4 in. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

Temperature in Melbourne by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 46.4 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 May 1, 2025.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
472 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

IAH - MSP

wish I didn't have to pay for wifi as I could not redeem my miles from my phone to pay for drinks
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
472 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
472 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

IAH - MSP

wish I didn't have to pay for wifi as I could not redeem my miles from my phone to pay for drinks
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
829 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
472 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

IAH - MSP

wish I didn't have to pay for wifi as I could not redeem my miles from my phone to pay for drinks
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
400 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
472 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

IAH - MSP

wish I didn't have to pay for wifi as I could not redeem my miles from my phone to pay for drinks
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
472 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

IAH - MSP

wish I didn't have to pay for wifi as I could not redeem my miles from my phone to pay for drinks
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
472 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

IAH - MSP

wish I didn't have to pay for wifi as I could not redeem my miles from my phone to pay for drinks

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Indianapolis to Melbourne. 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 from for flights from Indianapolis to Melbourne?

    For a flight from Indianapolis to Melbourne, you will be flying from Indianapolis. Indianapolis (IND) is just 8.3 mi from the center of the city. Indianapolis is the only Indianapolis airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Melbourne per day. 2 airlines have flights to Melbourne from Indianapolis on a regular basis.

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

    Air New Zealand, at $1,386, was found to be the cheapest airline from Indianapolis to Melbourne.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include United Airlines and Virgin Australia. You may be able to fly from Indianapolis to Melbourne for 17% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Indianapolis to Melbourne one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Indianapolis to Melbourne are Qantas Airways ($1,878), Air New Zealand ($2,247), and Air Canada ($2,405).

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to Melbourne (average of $1,071). Flying from Indianapolis to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,774). 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 Indianapolis to Melbourne

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Indianapolis 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$947Average$1,478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,220Average$1,694FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%

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