Cheap flights from Philadelphia (PHL) to Melbourne from $797

This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 9/25. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
PHL — MEL
Oct 1 — Oct 81

How to find the cheapest flight from Philadelphia (PHL) to Melbourne

All the information you need to plan the best PHL to ME1 flight in 2023: compare Philadelphia to Melbourne flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Melbourne.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Round-trip from

$1,516

One-way from

$810
High demand for flights, 17% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 25% potential price drop
From Philadelphia to Melbourne
One-way flight from Philadelphia to Melbourne

PHL - MEL

Price

$1,516 - $3,037

MEL

Temperature

46.4 - 68 °F

MEL

Rainfall

1.2 - 2.4 inches

How far in advance should I book a flight from Philadelphia to Melbourne?

Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 61 days in advance to save up to 22% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 61 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from Philadelphia to Melbourne 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $2,450, or $2,692 for flights within the next 24 hours.

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

May can be a great time to fly to Melbourne from Philadelphia with a flight ticket averaging about $2,200. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of May for as cheap as $1,474. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Philadelphia to Melbourne (PHL - MEL)?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Philadelphia to Melbourne as you normally would.

Cheap Air New Zealand flights from Philadelphia to Melbourne

Find some of the cheapest Air New Zealand flights traveling from Philadelphia to Melbourne. Deals update often to give you more flight options matching your criteria

Cheap United Airlines flights from Philadelphia to Melbourne

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Cheap Philadelphia to Melbourne flights in September & October 2023

The best prices found for PHL to Melbourne flights for September, October
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Philadelphia to Melbourne 2023 flight deals

Cheap flights to Melbourne from Philadelphia found for this year
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from Philadelphia to Melbourne in September and October 2023. Check back soon for alternative fares.

One-way flights to Melbourne from Philadelphia

The cheapest one-way flights from Philadelphia to Melbourne
If you're seeking multiple options on one-way flights from Philadelphia to Melbourne, be sure to check out these deals, which are updated often. Users can also find round-trip Philadelphia to Melbourne flights by using the search form above.

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2 stops35h 00m

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2 stops34h 15m

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3 stops42h 10m

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2 stops47h 42m

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1 stop40h 50m

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2 stops39h 50m

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3 stops43h 10m

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2 stops47h 42m

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2 stops34h 00m

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2 stops35h 05m

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Tue 3/19

1 stop30h 30m

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2 stops47h 30m

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2 stops40h 10m

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2 stops26h 23m

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3 stops29h 50m

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2 stops23h 50m

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Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand, United Airlines and Qantas Airways from Philadelphia to Melbourne 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.
Air Tahiti Nui
9.2
Wonderful
5 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Food

8.0

Comfort

7.6

Crew

9.6

Overall

9.2

Boarding

8.8

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Air Tahiti Nui
9.2
Wonderful
5 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
9.2
Wonderful
5 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Food

8.0

Comfort

7.6

Crew

9.6

Overall

9.2

Boarding

8.8

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Japan Airlines
8.2
Very good
401 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
9.2
Wonderful
5 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Food

8.0

Comfort

7.6

Crew

9.6

Overall

9.2

Boarding

8.8

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Air New Zealand
8.2
Very good
62 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
9.2
Wonderful
5 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Food

8.0

Comfort

7.6

Crew

9.6

Overall

9.2

Boarding

8.8

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
38 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
9.2
Wonderful
5 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Food

8.0

Comfort

7.6

Crew

9.6

Overall

9.2

Boarding

8.8

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
184 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
9.2
Wonderful
5 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Food

8.0

Comfort

7.6

Crew

9.6

Overall

9.2

Boarding

8.8

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Related info for your journey

Useful info, stats and facts about Philadelphia to Melbourne flights.

What airport do you fly from for flights from Philadelphia to Melbourne?

Most people fly from Philadelphia (PHL) if they book a flight from Philadelphia to Melbourne. On average, Philadelphia has 0 outbound flights to Melbourne per day from 6 airlines. Philadelphia is conveniently located just 7.0 mi from Philadelphia’s city center.

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

Yes, there are multiple flights from Philadelphia to Melbourne for under $2,100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Qantas Airways for just $2,065, but on average you can expect to pay $2,705.

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

Flying on Qantas Airways is currently your cheapest option to Melbourne, with prices starting at $2,065. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Cathay Pacific and Qatar Airways, with the lowest prices starting at $2,356 and $2,599, respectively. You may be able to fly from Philadelphia to Melbourne for 6% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

What does PHL to MEL mean?

PHL stands for Philadelphia Airport, while MEL stands for Melbourne Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry. Melbourne Avalon Airport (AVV), Melbourne Essendon Airport (MEB), Bendigo Airport (BXG) are some additional IATA codes for airports related to your trip.

Other flights from Philadelphia

Top 6 airlines flying from Philadelphia to Melbourne

The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users traveling from Philadelphia to Melbourne choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$305Average$2,766FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$1,109Average$1,611FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,147Average$1,659FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,581Average$2,327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,769Average$2,144FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$2,008Average$2,402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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