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$693+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) 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
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
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 (CMH) 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 September 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,118
(oojo)

One-way from

$693
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,362
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 September 17, 2025.

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.
Thu 10/306:48 pmCMH - MEL
1 stop23h 42mAmerican Airlines
Thu 11/612:00 pmMEL - CMH
1 stop20h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$1,262
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/3110:30 amCMH - MEL
2 stops27h 30mAmerican Airlines
Fri 11/74:05 pmMEL - CMH
2 stops24h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/16$1,267
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/308:42 amCMH - MEL
2 stops34h 18mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/67:45 amMEL - CMH
3 stops29h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$1,321
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.
Sat 10/41:15 pmCMH - MEL
2 stops26h 30mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/189:45 amMEL - CMH
2 stops25h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$1,416
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/305:30 amCMH - MEL
2 stops40h 00mCathay Pacific
Wed 11/512:45 amMEL - CMH
2 stops39h 41mCathay Pacific
Deal found 9/15$1,551
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.
Fri 10/318:20 amCMH - MEL
2 stops47h 40mCathay Pacific
Thu 11/612:45 amMEL - CMH
2 stops32h 53mCathay Pacific
Deal found 9/16$1,651
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/311:04 pmCMH - MEL
3 stops32h 41mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/710:35 amMEL - CMH
2 stops25h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$1,745
This Gurufare 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/206:05 pmCMH - MEL
2 stops28h 00mQantas Airways
Sat 11/225:45 pmMEL - CMH
2 stops41h 08mQantas Airways
Deal found 9/16$1,746
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/62:50 pmCMH - MEL
2 stops26h 40mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/21:00 pmMEL - CMH
1 stop23h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/16$1,756

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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 September 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus Airport to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.

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ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - MEL

CMHMEL

Columbus

Fri 10/31

5:29 am-5:00 am

1 stop32h 31m

Melbourne

Fri 11/7

4:05 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop22h 25m

$1,262

ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - MEL

CMHMEL

Columbus

Thu 10/30

6:48 pm-9:30 am

1 stop23h 42m

Melbourne

Thu 11/6

12:00 pm-4:56 pm

1 stop20h 56m

$1,262

ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - MEL

CMHMEL

Columbus

Mon 2/16

6:30 am-10:55 am

2 stops36h 25m

Melbourne

Mon 3/30

6:55 pm-9:50 pm

2 stops41h 55m

$1,312

ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - MEL

CMHMEL

Columbus

Thu 10/30

8:42 am-10:00 am

2 stops34h 18m

Melbourne

Thu 11/6

7:45 am-8:56 pm

3 stops29h 11m

$1,321

ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - MEL

CMHMEL

Columbus

Sat 10/4

1:15 pm-6:45 am

2 stops26h 30m

Melbourne

Sat 10/18

9:45 am-8:03 pm

2 stops25h 18m

$1,416

ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - MEL

CMHMEL

Columbus

Mon 2/16

11:59 am-5:00 am

1 stop25h 01m

Melbourne

Mon 3/30

9:00 pm-4:50 pm

2 stops34h 50m

$1,428

ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - MEL

CMHMEL

Columbus

Mon 1/12

4:37 pm-9:30 am

2 stops48h 53m

Melbourne

Sun 2/1

11:30 am-8:38 pm

2 stops25h 08m

$1,479

ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - MEL

CMHMEL

Columbus

Thu 10/30

5:30 am-12:30 pm

2 stops40h 00m

Melbourne

Wed 11/5

12:45 am-12:26 am

2 stops39h 41m

$1,551

ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - MEL

CMHMEL

Columbus

Thu 11/20

5:02 pm-9:30 am

2 stops24h 28m

$693

ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - MEL

CMHMEL

Columbus

Thu 11/20

9:30 am-3:35 pm

3 stops38h 05m

$883

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 9/15

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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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,071). Flying from Columbus Airport 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 September 17, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Columbus Airport 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.

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.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Qantas Airways and United Airlines from Columbus Airport to Melbourne Airport 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.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
907 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Food

7.0

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.2

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
907 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
907 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Food

7.0

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.2

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
8,926 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
907 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Food

7.0

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.2

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 Airport to Melbourne Airport?

    A quick flight from Columbus Airport to Melbourne Airport can take about 32h 31m. American Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,262. The distance between Columbus Airport and Melbourne Airport is about 9887 mi.

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

    According to our current data, United Airlines ($1,161), and Qantas Airways ($1,480) offers the cheapest pricing from Columbus Airport to Melbourne Airport. United Airlines is currently priced 32% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • 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 Airport to Melbourne Airport?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,071). Flying from Columbus Airport 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 September 17, 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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