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$988+ 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 12/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — MEL
Jan 1 — Jan 81
Thu 1/1
Thu 1/8
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Melbourne

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 December 2, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/29. 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 12/65:55 pmCMH - MEL
1 stop23h 35mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/1312:00 pmMEL - CMH
1 stop20h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/29$1,261
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/54:25 pmCMH - MEL
2 stops25h 05mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/1411:30 amMEL - CMH
2 stops28h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/30$1,289
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/27:04 pmCMH - MEL
2 stops44h 56mDelta
Sun 12/1410:10 amMEL - CMH
2 stops27h 30mDelta
Deal found 11/30$1,296
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/16:39 pmCMH - MEL
2 stops69h 21mDelta
Fri 12/1910:10 amMEL - CMH
2 stops29h 24mDelta
Deal found 11/30$1,313
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/27:04 pmCMH - MEL
2 stops44h 56mDelta
Wed 12/1710:10 amMEL - CMH
2 stops30h 04mDelta
Deal found 11/30$1,531
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/16:39 pmCMH - MEL
2 stops69h 21mDelta
Wed 12/1710:10 amMEL - CMH
2 stops38h 50mDelta
Deal found 11/30$1,548
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/30. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/26:05 pmCMH - MEL
1 stop23h 25mQantas Airways
Tue 12/1612:00 pmMEL - CMH
1 stop20h 57mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/30$1,658
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/234:17 pmCMH - MEL
2 stops49h 13mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/3011:30 amMEL - CMH
2 stops27h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/30$1,659
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/30. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/28:10 amCMH - MEL
2 stops40h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/166:20 pmMEL - CMH
2 stops40h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/30$1,679
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/30. 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 Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/35:55 pmCMH - MEL
1 stop23h 35mQantas Airways
Mon 12/1512:00 pmMEL - CMH
1 stop20h 57mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/30$1,724

Find 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 December 2, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,039
(Air Canada)

One-way from

$988
(United Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,923
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price ($440 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease ($114 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 December 2, 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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Columbus

Fly to

Melbourne

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - MEL

CMHMEL

Columbus

Wed 2/18

9:30 am-1:40 pm

3 stops36h 10m

Melbourne

Thu 2/26

7:45 am-8:56 pm

3 stops29h 11m

$1,039

ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - MEL

CMHMEL

Columbus

Wed 1/21

1:19 pm-5:00 am

1 stop23h 41m

Melbourne

Fri 1/30

12:00 pm-4:53 pm

1 stop20h 53m

$1,131

ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - MEL

CMHMEL

Columbus

Sun 3/15

6:09 pm-9:30 am

1 stop24h 21m

Melbourne

Fri 4/10

9:45 am-4:59 pm

1 stop21h 14m

$1,131

ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - MEL

CMHMEL

Columbus

Wed 1/14

1:19 pm-5:00 am

1 stop23h 41m

Melbourne

Wed 1/21

4:05 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop20h 05m

$1,131

ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - MEL

CMHMEL

Columbus

Wed 2/18

11:36 am-5:00 am

1 stop25h 24m

Melbourne

Thu 2/26

12:00 pm-5:07 pm

1 stop21h 07m

$1,131

ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - MEL

CMHMEL

Columbus

Thu 1/22

1:07 pm-5:00 am

1 stop23h 53m

Melbourne

Fri 1/30

4:05 pm-10:51 pm

1 stop22h 46m

$1,156

ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - MEL

CMHMEL

Columbus

Tue 1/20

1:19 pm-5:00 am

1 stop23h 41m

Melbourne

Thu 1/29

4:05 pm-10:51 pm

1 stop22h 46m

$1,156

ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - MEL

CMHMEL

Columbus

Sun 3/1

11:44 am-10:00 am

2 stops30h 16m

Melbourne

Sun 3/8

12:00 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop26h 59m

$1,159

ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - MEL

CMHMEL

Columbus

Tue 1/20

1:19 pm-5:00 am

1 stop23h 41m

Melbourne

Sun 2/1

12:00 pm-4:53 pm

1 stop20h 53m

$1,183

ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - MEL

CMHMEL

Columbus

Fri 12/19

5:40 am-10:00 am

2 stops60h 20m

$988

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Compare providers for flights from Columbus to Melbourne

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 Columbus to Melbourne in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice 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 Columbus Airport-Melbourne Airport flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Columbus Airport-Melbourne Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Columbus Airport-Melbourne Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Columbus Airport-Melbourne Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Columbus Airport-Melbourne Airport 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 Columbus to Melbourne

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Melbourne from Columbus with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,090). Flying from Columbus Airport to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,836). 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 December 2, 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 42% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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 December 2, 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
947 reviews

Food

7.0

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Carol,Oct 2025

ADL - MEL

Smooth flight, good onboard staff who were very caring when I didn’t feel very well.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
947 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
947 reviews

Food

7.0

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Carol,Oct 2025

ADL - MEL

Smooth flight, good onboard staff who were very caring when I didn’t feel very well.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,063 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
947 reviews

Food

7.0

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Carol,Oct 2025

ADL - MEL

Smooth flight, good onboard staff who were very caring when I didn’t feel very well.

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 23h 41m. Qantas Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,131. 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, Qantas Airways ($1,090), and United Airlines ($1,161) offers the cheapest pricing from Columbus Airport to Melbourne Airport. Qantas Airways is currently priced 34% 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,090). Flying from Columbus Airport to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,836). 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 December 2, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,090Average$1,594FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,161Average$1,644FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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