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$933+ Cheap flights from Columbus to Melbourne (MEL)

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 11/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — MEL
Nov 1 — Nov 81
Sat 11/1
Sat 11/8
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (C01) to Melbourne (MEL). 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 October 2, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,214
(Expedia)

One-way from

$933
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,100
From Columbus to Melbourne
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 2, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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.
Wed 11/54:45 pmCMH - MEL
2 stops32h 55mAir New Zealand
Thu 11/208:35 amMEL - CMH
2 stops29h 37mAir New Zealand
Deal found 10/1$1,427
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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.
Wed 11/55:08 pmCMH - MEL
2 stops46h 02mCathay Pacific
Wed 11/1912:45 amMEL - CMH
2 stops32h 53mCathay Pacific
Deal found 10/1$1,476
This Air New Zealand deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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 New Zealand is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/510:26 amCMH - MEL
3 stops32h 29mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/208:35 amMEL - CMH
3 stops31h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/1$1,513
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/1411:00 amCMH - MEL
2 stops44h 00mCathay Pacific
Fri 11/213:35 pmMEL - CMH
2 stops42h 03mCathay Pacific
Deal found 9/30$1,514
This Air New Zealand deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. 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 New Zealand is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/148:45 amCMH - MEL
3 stops32h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/2110:35 amMEL - CMH
3 stops29h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/30$1,559
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/53:24 pmCMH - MEL
1 stop21h 36mQantas Airways
Thu 11/2012:00 pmMEL - CMH
1 stop21h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/1$1,631
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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 11/57:00 amCMH - MEL
1 stop30h 00mAmerican Airlines
Thu 11/2012:00 pmMEL - CMH
2 stops24h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/1$1,636
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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.
Wed 11/510:26 amCMH - MEL
3 stops31h 04mUnited Airlines
Thu 11/201:00 pmMEL - CMH
2 stops23h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/1$1,660
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/143:24 pmCMH - MEL
1 stop21h 36mQantas Airways
Fri 11/2112:00 pmMEL - CMH
1 stop21h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 9/30$1,680
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/147:00 amCMH - MEL
1 stop30h 00mAmerican Airlines
Fri 11/2112:00 pmMEL - CMH
2 stops24h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/30$1,685
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/113:41 pmCMH - MEL
2 stops48h 14mCathay Pacific
Sat 10/253:25 pmMEL - CMH
2 stops47h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 9/30$1,726

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus 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 October 2, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.

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ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - MEL

CMHMEL

Columbus

Sun 3/8

7:55 pm-8:00 am

2 stops45h 05m

Melbourne

Wed 3/18

9:10 am-11:02 pm

2 stops28h 52m

$1,296

ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - MEL

CMHMEL

Columbus

Sun 3/8

5:26 pm-12:30 pm

2 stops52h 04m

Melbourne

Tue 3/17

12:45 am-12:06 am

2 stops38h 21m

$1,390

ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - MEL

CMHMEL

Columbus

Wed 11/5

4:45 pm-5:40 pm

2 stops32h 55m

Melbourne

Thu 11/20

8:35 am-10:12 pm

2 stops29h 37m

$1,427

ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - MEL

CMHMEL

Columbus

Sun 3/8

5:40 pm-9:30 am

1 stop24h 50m

Melbourne

Wed 3/18

9:35 am-5:42 pm

2 stops23h 07m

$1,430

ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - MEL

CMHMEL

Columbus

Sun 3/8

5:40 pm-9:30 am

1 stop24h 50m

Melbourne

Wed 3/18

4:05 pm-12:06 am

1 stop23h 01m

$1,431

ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - MEL

CMHMEL

Columbus

Sun 1/18

10:55 am-9:30 am

2 stops30h 35m

Melbourne

Wed 2/4

1:00 pm-9:56 am

2 stops36h 56m

$1,460

ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - MEL

CMHMEL

Columbus

Wed 11/5

5:08 pm-7:10 am

2 stops46h 02m

Melbourne

Wed 11/19

12:45 am-5:38 pm

2 stops32h 53m

$1,476

ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - MEL

CMHMEL

Columbus

Sat 1/17

4:37 pm-9:30 am

2 stops48h 53m

Melbourne

Wed 2/4

1:00 pm-8:24 pm

2 stops23h 24m

$1,479

ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - MEL

CMHMEL

Columbus

Sat 1/17

9:24 am-5:00 am

1 stop27h 36m

Melbourne

Wed 2/4

12:00 pm-10:51 pm

2 stops26h 51m

$1,486

ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - MEL

CMHMEL

Columbus

Wed 11/5

10:26 am-10:55 am

3 stops32h 29m

Melbourne

Thu 11/20

8:35 am-11:44 pm

3 stops31h 09m

$1,513

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Melbourne

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Melbourne from Columbus with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbus to Melbourne Airport

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus 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 October 2, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Columbus to Melbourne Airport in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 10% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Columbus to Melbourne Airport?

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 October 2, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Qantas Airways and United Airlines from Columbus to Melbourne Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
910 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

SYD - BNE

Great. Except I haven’t claimed my free lounge passes since 2022 on my Qantas credit card. That’s lots of flights I would have booked if you’d reminded me
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
910 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
910 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

SYD - BNE

Great. Except I haven’t claimed my free lounge passes since 2022 on my Qantas credit card. That’s lots of flights I would have booked if you’d reminded me
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,933 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
910 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

SYD - BNE

Great. Except I haven’t claimed my free lounge passes since 2022 on my Qantas credit card. That’s lots of flights I would have booked if you’d reminded me

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Columbus to Melbourne. 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 Columbus to Melbourne Airport?

    Delta, Cathay Pacific, and Air New Zealand can get you from Columbus to Melbourne Airport in just under 32h 55m. Your travel time can differ by up to 19h 09m. There are 9887 mi between Columbus and Melbourne Airport. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Flying on United Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Melbourne Airport, with prices starting at $1,161. Another option worth looking into is Qantas Airways, starting at $1,480 round trip. You may be able to fly from Columbus to Melbourne Airport for 32% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Columbus 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 October 2, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$1,161Average$2,100FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,480Average$1,768FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%

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