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$613+ Cheap flights from Raleigh (RDU) 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 8/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — MEL
Jun 21 — Jun 281
Sat 6/21
Sat 6/28
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Raleigh-Durham to Melbourne are usually found in September or April, booked 57 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Raleigh to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Raleigh (RDU) 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 June 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,006
(Travelocity)

One-way from

$613
(Jetabroad)

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May

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,531
From Raleigh-Durham to Melbourne
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Cheapest flights from Raleigh to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Raleigh to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 16, 2025.

This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/65:57 pmRDU - AVV
2 stops37h 53mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/156:00 amAVV - RDU
2 stops32h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/15$1,006
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/65:57 pmRDU - MEL
2 stops27h 13mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/156:00 amMEL - RDU
2 stops25h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/15$1,064
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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.
Fri 8/297:22 pmRDU - MEL
2 stops24h 58mQantas Airways
Mon 9/158:30 pmMEL - RDU
2 stops34h 38mQantas Airways
Deal found 6/14$1,092
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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.
Tue 8/264:55 pmRDU - MEL
2 stops27h 55mAir New Zealand
Sat 9/136:55 pmMEL - RDU
2 stops40h 57mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/15$1,297
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 9/286:57 pmRDU - MEL
1 stop23h 18mUnited Airlines
Mon 10/611:55 amMEL - RDU
1 stop24h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/14$1,554
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/117:58 pmRDU - MEL
2 stops44h 17mDelta
Wed 12/2410:25 amMEL - RDU
1 stop24h 57mDelta
Deal found 6/14$1,622
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 10/611:25 amRDU - MEL
3 stops34h 10mAir Canada
Wed 10/157:00 amMEL - RDU
3 stops28h 23mAir Canada
Deal found 6/15$1,636
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 10/67:00 amRDU - AVV
2 stops47h 05mQantas Airways
Wed 10/156:00 amAVV - RDU
2 stops32h 56mQantas Airways
Deal found 6/16$1,780
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/67:21 amRDU - MEL
2 stops37h 54mCathay Pacific
Tue 10/1412:45 amMEL - RDU
2 stops31h 33mCathay Pacific
Deal found 6/14$1,843
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/38:00 pmRDU - MEL
2 stops54h 50mQatar Airways
Wed 10/84:15 pmMEL - RDU
2 stops39h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/14$1,898
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/35:45 pmRDU - MEL
3 stops59h 40mTurkish Airlines
Wed 10/810:20 pmMEL - RDU
3 stops57h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/14$1,998

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Raleigh 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 June 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Raleigh to Melbourne that are best for you.

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RaleighMelbourne

RDU - AVV

RDUAVV

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 7/29

7:00 am-10:50 pm

2 stops49h 50m

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 8/5

8:55 pm-5:12 pm

2 stops34h 17m

$1,042

RaleighMelbourne

RDU - MEL

RDUMEL

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 10/6

5:57 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops27h 13m

Melbourne

Wed 10/15

6:00 am-4:52 pm

2 stops25h 52m

$1,064

RaleighMelbourne

RDU - MEL

RDUMEL

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 8/29

7:22 pm-10:20 am

2 stops24h 58m

Melbourne

Mon 9/15

8:30 pm-5:08 pm

2 stops34h 38m

$1,092

RaleighMelbourne

RDU - MEL

RDUMEL

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 8/26

4:55 pm-10:50 am

2 stops27h 55m

Melbourne

Sat 9/13

6:55 pm-9:52 pm

2 stops40h 57m

$1,297

RaleighMelbourne

RDU - MEL

RDUMEL

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 9/28

6:57 pm-8:15 am

1 stop23h 18m

Melbourne

Wed 10/8

11:55 am-9:53 pm

1 stop24h 58m

$1,554

RaleighMelbourne

RDU - MEL

RDUMEL

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 12/11

7:58 pm-8:15 am

2 stops44h 17m

Melbourne

Wed 12/24

10:25 am-7:22 pm

1 stop24h 57m

$1,622

RaleighMelbourne

RDU - MEL

RDUMEL

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 10/6

11:25 am-12:35 pm

3 stops34h 10m

Melbourne

Wed 10/15

7:00 am-8:23 pm

3 stops28h 23m

$1,636

RaleighMelbourne

RDU - MEL

RDUMEL

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 10/6

7:21 am-12:15 pm

2 stops37h 54m

Melbourne

Tue 10/14

12:45 am-5:18 pm

2 stops31h 33m

$1,843

RaleighMelbourne

RDU - MEL

RDUMEL

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 10/3

8:00 pm-4:50 pm

2 stops54h 50m

Melbourne

Wed 10/8

4:15 pm-4:50 pm

2 stops39h 35m

$1,898

RaleighMelbourne

RDU - MEL

RDUMEL

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 10/3

5:45 pm-7:25 pm

3 stops59h 40m

Melbourne

Wed 10/8

10:20 pm-4:50 pm

3 stops57h 30m

$1,998

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Best time to book a flight from Raleigh to Melbourne

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Cheapflights Insights

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Raleigh to Melbourne?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Raleigh to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on June 13, 2025.

Booking 57 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Raleigh to Melbourne. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Melbourne (average of $1,071). Flying from Raleigh 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 RDU to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Raleigh 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 June 16, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Raleigh to Melbourne in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 23% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

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 June 16, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,963 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,963 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,963 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
485 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,963 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
892 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,963 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
857 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,963 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,585 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,963 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Melbourne?

    Raleigh-Durham (RDU), located 11.1 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Raleigh to Melbourne. 4 airlines have flights from Raleigh-Durham to Melbourne on a regular basis. Booking flights from Raleigh-Durham to Melbourne should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Melbourne per day.

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

    Currently priced at $1,092, Qantas Airways will fly you from Raleigh to Melbourne and back. In addition to Qantas Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Air New Zealand and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,297 and $1,554, respectively. Qantas Airways is priced at 31% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Melbourne (average of $1,071). Flying from Raleigh 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 4 airlines flying from Raleigh to Melbourne

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Raleigh 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 June 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$1,161Average$1,590FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,272Average$1,807FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,346Average$1,889FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,395Average$1,803FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%

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