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$262+ Cheap flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Tokyo (TYO)

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 1/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — TYO
Oct 25 — Nov 11
Sat 10/25
Sat 11/1
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Tokyo are usually found in November or August, booked 31 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Tokyo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to Tokyo (TYO). 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 25, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$481
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$262
(SmartFares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$773

Good round-trip deal

$931 or less

Good one-way deal

$713 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($23 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Tokyo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Tokyo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 25, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/24. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/310:30 pmMEL - NRT
1 stop16h 20mChina Eastern
Thu 11/131:50 pmNRT - MEL
1 stop18h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 9/24$481
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/25. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/311:25 amMEL - NRT
1 stop27h 55mChina Southern
Thu 11/62:35 pmNRT - MEL
1 stop28h 55mChina Southern
Deal found 9/25$487
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/25. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/311:25 amMEL - HND
1 stop28h 10mChina Southern
Thu 11/63:05 pmHND - MEL
1 stop28h 25mChina Southern
Deal found 9/25$487
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/24. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/311:30 pmMEL - HND
1 stop22h 30mChina Southern
Thu 11/1310:45 amHND - MEL
1 stop32h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 9/24$488
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/24. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/1011:25 amMEL - NRT
2 stops27h 20mChina Southern
Mon 11/242:15 pmNRT - MEL
2 stops29h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 9/24$489
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/23. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/511:25 amMEL - HND
1 stop28h 10mChina Southern
Wed 11/123:40 pmHND - MEL
2 stops27h 50mChina Southern
Deal found 9/23$489
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/22. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/2211:25 amMEL - HND
1 stop28h 10mChina Southern
Sun 11/303:05 pmHND - MEL
1 stop37h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 9/22$490
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/24. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/2911:25 amMEL - NRT
1 stop27h 55mChina Southern
Wed 11/192:35 pmNRT - MEL
1 stop28h 55mChina Southern
Deal found 9/24$491
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/25. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/1611:25 amMEL - HND
2 stops28h 40mChina Southern
Thu 11/2710:45 amHND - MEL
1 stop32h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 9/25$493
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/25. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/237:00 amMEL - NRT
1 stop13h 50mQantas Airways
Fri 11/218:00 pmNRT - MEL
1 stop15h 35mQantas Airways
Deal found 9/25$495
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/25. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/199:00 amMEL - NRT
1 stop29h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/272:35 pmNRT - MEL
1 stop22h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/25$503
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/23. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/711:25 amMEL - NRT
2 stops27h 20mChina Southern
Fri 11/142:35 pmNRT - MEL
1 stop28h 55mChina Southern
Deal found 9/23$504

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Tokyo 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 September 25, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo that are best for you.

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Melbourne

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Tokyo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneTokyo

MEL - HND

MELHND

Melbourne

Tue 3/3

5:55 am-12:20 am

1 stop20h 25m

Tokyo Haneda

Mon 3/16

1:45 am-8:35 am

1 stop28h 50m

$599

MelbourneTokyo

MEL - NRT

MELNRT

Melbourne

Tue 3/3

12:45 am-2:10 pm

1 stop15h 25m

Tokyo Narita

Sat 3/14

9:30 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop23h 30m

$600

MelbourneTokyo

MEL - NRT

MELNRT

Melbourne

Tue 3/3

12:45 am-2:10 pm

1 stop15h 25m

Tokyo Narita

Thu 3/12

9:00 am-7:10 am

1 stop20h 10m

$600

MelbourneTokyo

MEL - HND

MELHND

Melbourne

Tue 3/3

5:55 am-12:20 am

1 stop20h 25m

Tokyo Haneda

Fri 3/13

1:45 am-8:35 am

1 stop28h 50m

$615

MelbourneTokyo

MEL - HND

MELHND

Melbourne

Fri 2/27

10:20 am-12:20 am

1 stop16h 00m

Tokyo Haneda

Sun 3/15

1:45 am-4:10 am

1 stop24h 25m

$615

MelbourneTokyo

MEL - HND

MELHND

Melbourne

Sun 3/1

10:20 am-12:20 am

1 stop16h 00m

Tokyo Haneda

Tue 3/17

3:20 pm-8:35 am

1 stop15h 15m

$615

MelbourneTokyo

MEL - NRT

MELNRT

Melbourne

Mon 3/2

12:45 am-2:10 pm

1 stop15h 25m

Tokyo Narita

Tue 3/17

3:30 pm-12:30 pm

2 stops19h 00m

$616

MelbourneTokyo

MEL - NRT

MELNRT

Melbourne

Tue 3/3

12:45 am-2:10 pm

1 stop15h 25m

Tokyo Narita

Sun 3/15

3:30 pm-12:30 pm

2 stops19h 00m

$616

MelbourneTokyo

MEL - HND

MELHND

Melbourne

Fri 2/27

10:20 am-12:20 am

1 stop16h 00m

Tokyo Haneda

Sat 3/14

3:20 pm-8:35 am

1 stop15h 15m

$632

MelbourneTokyo

MEL - HND

MELHND

Melbourne

Fri 2/27

10:20 am-12:20 am

1 stop16h 00m

Tokyo Haneda

Thu 3/12

1:45 am-4:10 am

1 stop24h 25m

$632

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Compare providers for flights from Melbourne to Tokyo

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Melbourne to Tokyo in September.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JetabroadPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star
MytripPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Melbourne Airport-Tokyo flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Melbourne Airport-Tokyo flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Melbourne Airport-Tokyo flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Melbourne Airport-Tokyo flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Melbourne Airport-Tokyo flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Tokyo

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Tokyo from Melbourne with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Melbourne to Tokyo. Price data was last updated on September 19, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo is 31 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo (average of $806). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,218). 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 MEL to TYO?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Tokyo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 25, 2025.

When flying from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 43% versus a flight in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo

Explore weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Tokyo. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated September 25, 2025.

The most flights from MEL to TYO are scheduled on a Monday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Hong Kong (HKG) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 27% of 1-stop itineraries from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Manila (MNL) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $549.

What’s the fastest layover option from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Cairns (CNS) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 13h 05m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Shanghai (PVG) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 43m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Tokyo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Tokyo. 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 Tokyo. Reviews last updated September 25, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Japan Airlines, Cathay Pacific, and Qantas Airways from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,564 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Brian,Sep 2025

HNL - NRT

Extremely fast boarding. Great food. Polite flight attendants. Leg space in regular economy is the largest I have experienced.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,564 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,564 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Brian,Sep 2025

HNL - NRT

Extremely fast boarding. Great food. Polite flight attendants. Leg space in regular economy is the largest I have experienced.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,009 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,564 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Brian,Sep 2025

HNL - NRT

Extremely fast boarding. Great food. Polite flight attendants. Leg space in regular economy is the largest I have experienced.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
908 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,564 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Brian,Sep 2025

HNL - NRT

Extremely fast boarding. Great food. Polite flight attendants. Leg space in regular economy is the largest I have experienced.
Philippine Airlines
7.3
Good
912 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,564 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Brian,Sep 2025

HNL - NRT

Extremely fast boarding. Great food. Polite flight attendants. Leg space in regular economy is the largest I have experienced.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
166 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,564 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Brian,Sep 2025

HNL - NRT

Extremely fast boarding. Great food. Polite flight attendants. Leg space in regular economy is the largest I have experienced.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Tokyo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo?

    For as low as $600, Philippine Airlines can have you in Tokyo from Melbourne Airport in 15h 25m. The distance between Melbourne Airport and Tokyo is about 5078 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo is Jetstar. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $490 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Cathay Pacific and Singapore Airlines, starting at $575 and $632 round-trip. Users have found that Jetstar is 34% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Juneyao Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $277. China Southern flights start at $282 while deals on China Eastern start at $285 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo?

    Before booking your flight to Tokyo from Melbourne Airport, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Fiji Airways (71%), Qantas Airways (71%), LATAM Airlines( 68%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo?

    On average you can expect to pay $2,728 for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo. The cheapest flight overall is $663 while the most popular route, (Melbourne - Tokyo Haneda) is currently priced at $545.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Tokyo 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 Melbourne Airport to Tokyo?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo (average of $806). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Tokyo in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,218). 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 5 airlines flying from Melbourne to Tokyo

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Tokyo. 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 25, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$490Average$901FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Cathay PacificCheapest$575Average$702FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$632Average$927FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Japan AirlinesCheapest$669Average$989FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$752Average$1,069FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%

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