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$694+ Cheap flights from Hobby (HOU) 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 11/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — MEL
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Hobby (HOU) 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 September 17, 2025.

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$1,293
(Fiji Airways)

One-way from

$694
(Fiji Airways)

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Average price

$1,148
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Cheapest flights from Hobby to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Hobby to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 17, 2025.

This Fiji Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Fiji Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/186:37 pmHOU - MEL
2 stops25h 08mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/252:15 pmMEL - HOU
2 stops22h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$1,345
This Fiji Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Fiji Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/308:11 pmHOU - MEL
2 stops24h 34mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/62:15 pmMEL - HOU
2 stops22h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$1,393
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/36:00 amHOU - MEL
1 stop30h 00mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/1112:00 pmMEL - HOU
2 stops22h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$1,436
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/184:24 pmHOU - MEL
2 stops24h 06mAmerican Airlines
Wed 2/46:00 amMEL - HOU
2 stops22h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$1,464
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/312:15 pmHOU - MEL
1 stop23h 45mAmerican Airlines
Fri 11/144:05 pmMEL - HOU
1 stop18h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$1,482
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Thu 11/64:24 pmHOU - MEL
2 stops24h 06mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/1712:00 pmMEL - HOU
2 stops22h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/17$1,487
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/262:26 pmHOU - MEL
1 stop22h 34mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/94:05 pmMEL - HOU
1 stop18h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$1,585
This Fiji Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Fiji Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/16:39 pmHOU - MEL
2 stops26h 06mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/82:15 pmMEL - HOU
2 stops23h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/17$1,606
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/1910:11 amHOU - MEL
1 stop25h 49mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/2912:00 pmMEL - HOU
2 stops22h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$1,636
This Jetabroad deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Jetabroad is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/314:41 pmHOU - AVV
2 stops31h 09mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/78:10 amAVV - HOU
2 stops24h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$2,963
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 12/84:25 pmHOU - AVV
2 stops28h 45mQantas Airways
Mon 1/54:25 pmAVV - HOU
2 stops40h 31mQantas Airways
Deal found 9/16$3,015
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Fri 11/146:37 pmHOU - AVV
2 stops28h 13mQantas Airways
Sat 11/224:25 pmAVV - HOU
2 stops42h 27mQantas Airways
Deal found 9/17$13,740

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Melbourne that are best for you.

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Hobby

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Melbourne

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Depart

Return

Price

HoustonMelbourne

HOU - MEL

HOUMEL

Houston Hobby

Tue 11/18

6:37 pm-12:45 pm

2 stops25h 08m

Melbourne

Tue 11/25

2:15 pm-7:50 pm

2 stops22h 35m

$1,345

HoustonMelbourne

HOU - MEL

HOUMEL

Houston Hobby

Thu 10/30

8:11 pm-12:45 pm

2 stops24h 34m

Melbourne

Thu 11/6

2:15 pm-7:50 pm

2 stops22h 35m

$1,393

HoustonMelbourne

HOU - MEL

HOUMEL

Houston Hobby

Mon 11/3

6:00 am-5:00 am

1 stop30h 00m

Melbourne

Tue 11/11

12:00 pm-5:54 pm

2 stops22h 54m

$1,436

HoustonMelbourne

HOU - MEL

HOUMEL

Houston Hobby

Tue 11/18

4:24 pm-9:30 am

2 stops24h 06m

Melbourne

Wed 2/4

4:05 pm-6:03 pm

1 stop18h 58m

$1,436

HoustonMelbourne

HOU - MEL

HOUMEL

Houston Hobby

Mon 11/3

4:24 pm-9:30 am

2 stops24h 06m

Melbourne

Fri 11/14

12:00 pm-5:54 pm

2 stops22h 54m

$1,486

HoustonMelbourne

HOU - MEL

HOUMEL

Houston Hobby

Wed 11/19

4:24 pm-9:30 am

2 stops24h 06m

Melbourne

Sat 11/29

12:00 pm-5:52 pm

2 stops22h 52m

$1,486

HoustonMelbourne

HOU - MEL

HOUMEL

Houston Hobby

Thu 11/6

4:24 pm-9:30 am

2 stops24h 06m

Melbourne

Mon 11/17

12:00 pm-5:54 pm

2 stops22h 54m

$1,487

HoustonMelbourne

HOU - MEL

HOUMEL

Houston Hobby

Sun 10/26

2:26 pm-5:00 am

1 stop22h 34m

Melbourne

Sun 11/9

4:05 pm-5:52 pm

1 stop18h 47m

$1,585

HoustonMelbourne

HOU - AVV

HOUAVV

Houston Hobby

Fri 10/31

4:41 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops31h 09m

Melbourne Avalon

Fri 11/7

8:10 am-3:54 pm

2 stops24h 44m

$2,963

HoustonMelbourne

HOU - AVV

HOUAVV

Houston Hobby

Fri 11/14

6:37 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops28h 13m

Melbourne Avalon

Sat 11/22

4:25 pm-5:52 pm

2 stops42h 27m

$13,740

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Melbourne

How far ahead should I book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Melbourne?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Hobby to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Melbourne may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 26 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Melbourne?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Hobby 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 September 17, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Houston Hobby Airport to Melbourne in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 29% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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 September 17, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Fiji Airways, Air New Zealand, and Qantas Airways from Houston Hobby Airport to Melbourne have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
205 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 16
6.0
Good

Christopher,Jun 2025

LAX - NAN

No attempt to make you comfortable. All they care about is how can they pack more people on the plane and how can they charge you for as much as possible. I find it invasive and discriminatory that you weigh my carryon (or any of my naggage frankly). If I physically weighed 15kilos more and my bag weighed under your stupid and arbitrary weight limit I would not be charged... but if I'm a person who is skinny and weighs less, well heaven forbid my bag is 1 kilo heavier than you wish!! $$$ VERY VERY DISCRIMINATORY POLICY!! NEXT TIME I'LL TRY TO EAT MY BAGGAGE SO THAT I CAN TAKE ON AS MUCH WEIGHT AS I WANT! Yeah... sounds ridiculous doesn't it!? No more ridiculous than you charging more for people who bring more baggage weight while letting obese people carry on all the weight they want! It just proves it has absolutely nothing to do with safety, or even your operating costs... Just squeezing as much money out of us as possible!!
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
205 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
205 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 16
6.0
Good

Christopher,Jun 2025

LAX - NAN

No attempt to make you comfortable. All they care about is how can they pack more people on the plane and how can they charge you for as much as possible. I find it invasive and discriminatory that you weigh my carryon (or any of my naggage frankly). If I physically weighed 15kilos more and my bag weighed under your stupid and arbitrary weight limit I would not be charged... but if I'm a person who is skinny and weighs less, well heaven forbid my bag is 1 kilo heavier than you wish!! $$$ VERY VERY DISCRIMINATORY POLICY!! NEXT TIME I'LL TRY TO EAT MY BAGGAGE SO THAT I CAN TAKE ON AS MUCH WEIGHT AS I WANT! Yeah... sounds ridiculous doesn't it!? No more ridiculous than you charging more for people who bring more baggage weight while letting obese people carry on all the weight they want! It just proves it has absolutely nothing to do with safety, or even your operating costs... Just squeezing as much money out of us as possible!!
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
505 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
205 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 16
6.0
Good

Christopher,Jun 2025

LAX - NAN

No attempt to make you comfortable. All they care about is how can they pack more people on the plane and how can they charge you for as much as possible. I find it invasive and discriminatory that you weigh my carryon (or any of my naggage frankly). If I physically weighed 15kilos more and my bag weighed under your stupid and arbitrary weight limit I would not be charged... but if I'm a person who is skinny and weighs less, well heaven forbid my bag is 1 kilo heavier than you wish!! $$$ VERY VERY DISCRIMINATORY POLICY!! NEXT TIME I'LL TRY TO EAT MY BAGGAGE SO THAT I CAN TAKE ON AS MUCH WEIGHT AS I WANT! Yeah... sounds ridiculous doesn't it!? No more ridiculous than you charging more for people who bring more baggage weight while letting obese people carry on all the weight they want! It just proves it has absolutely nothing to do with safety, or even your operating costs... Just squeezing as much money out of us as possible!!
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
907 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
205 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 16
6.0
Good

Christopher,Jun 2025

LAX - NAN

No attempt to make you comfortable. All they care about is how can they pack more people on the plane and how can they charge you for as much as possible. I find it invasive and discriminatory that you weigh my carryon (or any of my naggage frankly). If I physically weighed 15kilos more and my bag weighed under your stupid and arbitrary weight limit I would not be charged... but if I'm a person who is skinny and weighs less, well heaven forbid my bag is 1 kilo heavier than you wish!! $$$ VERY VERY DISCRIMINATORY POLICY!! NEXT TIME I'LL TRY TO EAT MY BAGGAGE SO THAT I CAN TAKE ON AS MUCH WEIGHT AS I WANT! Yeah... sounds ridiculous doesn't it!? No more ridiculous than you charging more for people who bring more baggage weight while letting obese people carry on all the weight they want! It just proves it has absolutely nothing to do with safety, or even your operating costs... Just squeezing as much money out of us as possible!!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,926 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
205 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 16
6.0
Good

Christopher,Jun 2025

LAX - NAN

No attempt to make you comfortable. All they care about is how can they pack more people on the plane and how can they charge you for as much as possible. I find it invasive and discriminatory that you weigh my carryon (or any of my naggage frankly). If I physically weighed 15kilos more and my bag weighed under your stupid and arbitrary weight limit I would not be charged... but if I'm a person who is skinny and weighs less, well heaven forbid my bag is 1 kilo heavier than you wish!! $$$ VERY VERY DISCRIMINATORY POLICY!! NEXT TIME I'LL TRY TO EAT MY BAGGAGE SO THAT I CAN TAKE ON AS MUCH WEIGHT AS I WANT! Yeah... sounds ridiculous doesn't it!? No more ridiculous than you charging more for people who bring more baggage weight while letting obese people carry on all the weight they want! It just proves it has absolutely nothing to do with safety, or even your operating costs... Just squeezing as much money out of us as possible!!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
205 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 16
6.0
Good

Christopher,Jun 2025

LAX - NAN

No attempt to make you comfortable. All they care about is how can they pack more people on the plane and how can they charge you for as much as possible. I find it invasive and discriminatory that you weigh my carryon (or any of my naggage frankly). If I physically weighed 15kilos more and my bag weighed under your stupid and arbitrary weight limit I would not be charged... but if I'm a person who is skinny and weighs less, well heaven forbid my bag is 1 kilo heavier than you wish!! $$$ VERY VERY DISCRIMINATORY POLICY!! NEXT TIME I'LL TRY TO EAT MY BAGGAGE SO THAT I CAN TAKE ON AS MUCH WEIGHT AS I WANT! Yeah... sounds ridiculous doesn't it!? No more ridiculous than you charging more for people who bring more baggage weight while letting obese people carry on all the weight they want! It just proves it has absolutely nothing to do with safety, or even your operating costs... Just squeezing as much money out of us as possible!!

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  • How long is the flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Melbourne?

    American Airlines can get you from Houston Hobby Airport to Melbourne in just under 30h. Your travel time can differ by up to . Houston Hobby Airport and Melbourne are separated by a distance of 8988 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Melbourne round-trip?

    Fiji Airways, at $790, was found to be the cheapest airline from Houston Hobby Airport to Melbourne.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Qantas Airways and American Airlines. Fiji Airways is currently priced 42% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Melbourne?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Melbourne (average of $1,071). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport 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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Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Hobby 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 September 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$790Average$1,294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$810Average$1,176FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
American AirlinesCheapest$818Average$1,112FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air New ZealandCheapest$819Average$1,268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,444Average$1,789FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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