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$716+ 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 1/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — MEL
Feb 14 — Feb 211
Sat 2/14
Sat 2/21
1 adult, Economy
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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 January 15, 2026.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$965
(oojo)

One-way from

$716
(oojo)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,594
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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 January 15, 2026.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/286:09 pm
CMH
-
MEL
2 stops36h 36m
Qantas Airways
Sat 3/712:00 pm
MEL
-
CMH
1 stop21h 16m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 1/14$965
This Bravofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 Bravofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/276:09 pm
CMH
-
MEL
2 stops46h 11m
Qantas Airways
Fri 3/612:00 pm
MEL
-
CMH
1 stop21h 16m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 1/13$971
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/163:45 pm
CMH
-
MEL
2 stops49h 35m
Qantas Airways
Mon 3/309:45 am
MEL
-
CMH
1 stop22h 34m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 1/13$1,013
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 1/175:23 pm
CMH
-
MEL
1 stop24h 07m
Qantas Airways
Sun 1/256:45 am
MEL
-
CMH
2 stops26h 08m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 1/14$1,092
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/55:23 pm
CMH
-
MEL
1 stop24h 07m
Qantas Airways
Tue 2/106:30 pm
MEL
-
CMH
2 stops41h 40m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 1/14$1,150
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 2/2712:08 pm
CMH
-
MEL
2 stops24h 52m
American Airlines
Fri 3/612:00 pm
MEL
-
CMH
2 stops23h 02m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/13$1,261
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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.
Sat 2/2810:32 am
CMH
-
MEL
2 stops26h 28m
American Airlines
Sat 3/712:00 pm
MEL
-
CMH
2 stops26h 40m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/14$1,270
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/1210:34 am
CMH
-
MEL
2 stops30h 56m
United Airlines
Sat 3/2112:00 pm
MEL
-
CMH
1 stop26h 59m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/14$1,288

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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 January 15, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus Airport to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.

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Price

ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - MEL

CMHMEL

Columbus

Sat 2/28

6:09 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops36h 36m

Melbourne

Sat 3/7

12:00 pm-5:16 pm

1 stop21h 16m

$965

ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - MEL

CMHMEL

Columbus

Fri 2/27

6:09 pm-8:20 am

2 stops46h 11m

Melbourne

Fri 3/6

12:00 pm-5:16 pm

1 stop21h 16m

$971

ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - MEL

CMHMEL

Columbus

Mon 3/16

3:45 pm-8:20 am

2 stops49h 35m

Melbourne

Mon 3/30

9:45 am-5:19 pm

1 stop22h 34m

$1,013

ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - MEL

CMHMEL

Columbus

Fri 2/27

12:08 pm-5:00 am

2 stops24h 52m

Melbourne

Fri 3/6

12:00 pm-7:02 pm

2 stops23h 02m

$1,261

ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - MEL

CMHMEL

Columbus

Sat 2/28

10:32 am-5:00 am

2 stops26h 28m

Melbourne

Sat 3/7

12:00 pm-10:40 pm

2 stops26h 40m

$1,270

ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - MEL

CMHMEL

Columbus

Mon 3/16

3:45 pm-9:30 am

2 stops26h 45m

Melbourne

Mon 3/30

9:45 am-10:45 pm

2 stops28h 00m

$1,270

ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - MEL

CMHMEL

Columbus

Thu 3/12

3:27 pm-9:30 am

2 stops27h 03m

Melbourne

Sat 3/21

12:00 pm-11:28 pm

2 stops26h 28m

$1,270

ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - MEL

CMHMEL

Columbus

Thu 2/5

5:23 pm-3:35 pm

2 stops30h 12m

Melbourne

Tue 2/10

11:55 pm-8:10 pm

2 stops36h 15m

$1,271

ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - MEL

CMHMEL

Columbus

Thu 3/12

10:34 am-8:30 am

2 stops30h 56m

Melbourne

Sat 3/21

12:00 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop26h 59m

$1,288

ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - MEL

CMHMEL

Columbus

Sun 1/18

5:13 pm-5:00 am

1 stop43h 47m

$716

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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 January.
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.
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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 November is currently the most expensive (average of $1,825). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Columbus Airport 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 January 15, 2026.
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
971 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

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
971 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
971 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

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
9,164 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
971 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

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 36h 36m. Qantas Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $965. 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 ($1,263) offers the cheapest pricing from Columbus Airport to Melbourne Airport. Qantas Airways 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, 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 November is currently the most expensive (average of $1,825). 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 January 15, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,090Average$1,534FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,263Average$1,680FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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