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$852+ Cheap flights from Hobby (HOU) 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 5/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — MEL
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Wed 2/25
Wed 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Hobby to Melbourne

Cheapest flights from Hobby to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Hobby to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 26, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 6/244:15 pm
HOU
-
MEL
1 stop21h 45m
American Airlines
Wed 7/81:35 pm
MEL
-
HOU
1 stop21h 17m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/26$1,437
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/128:51 am
HOU
-
MEL
1 stop29h 09m
American Airlines
Tue 9/19:45 am
MEL
-
HOU
2 stops23h 15m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/25$1,441
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/255:25 am
HOU
-
MEL
2 stops33h 35m
Delta
Wed 3/410:10 am
MEL
-
HOU
2 stops29h 18m
Delta
Deal found 1/24$1,470
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
Wed 6/241:00 pm
HOU
-
MEL
2 stops27h 50m
Delta
Wed 7/810:00 am
MEL
-
HOU
2 stops26h 35m
Delta
Deal found 1/26$1,471
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/72:30 pm
HOU
-
MEL
2 stops25h 15m
American Airlines
Tue 8/189:45 am
MEL
-
HOU
2 stops23h 15m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/24$1,491
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/79:57 am
HOU
-
MEL
2 stops45h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/237:25 am
MEL
-
HOU
2 stops31h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/26$1,508
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/310:14 am
HOU
-
MEL
1 stop27h 46m
American Airlines
Fri 4/241:35 pm
MEL
-
HOU
1 stop25h 12m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/24$1,536
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/311:33 am
HOU
-
MEL
2 stops29h 17m
Delta
Fri 4/2410:00 am
MEL
-
HOU
2 stops27h 44m
Delta
Deal found 1/24$1,570
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/256:00 am
HOU
-
MEL
1 stop30h 00m
American Airlines
Wed 3/44:05 pm
MEL
-
HOU
1 stop20h 45m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/24$1,586

Find flight deals from Hobby to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Hobby (HOU) 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 26, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,437
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$852
(oojo)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,598
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One-way flight from Houston Hobby to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($259 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($49 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Hobby 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 26, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Hobby

Fly to

Melbourne

Route

Depart

Return

Price

HoustonMelbourne

HOU - MEL

HOUMEL

Houston Hobby

Wed 7/1

1:08 pm-5:00 am

1 stop24h 52m

Melbourne

Wed 7/29

9:00 am-3:45 pm

2 stops21h 45m

$1,466

HoustonMelbourne

HOU - MEL

HOUMEL

Houston Hobby

Wed 6/24

4:15 pm-5:00 am

1 stop21h 45m

Melbourne

Wed 7/8

9:00 am-3:45 pm

2 stops21h 45m

$1,466

HoustonMelbourne

HOU - MEL

HOUMEL

Houston Hobby

Mon 6/15

4:15 pm-5:00 am

1 stop21h 45m

Melbourne

Tue 6/30

8:15 am-5:53 pm

2 stops24h 38m

$1,466

HoustonMelbourne

HOU - MEL

HOUMEL

Houston Hobby

Wed 2/25

5:25 am-8:00 am

2 stops33h 35m

Melbourne

Wed 3/4

10:10 am-10:28 pm

2 stops29h 18m

$1,470

HoustonMelbourne

HOU - MEL

HOUMEL

Houston Hobby

Wed 7/1

1:00 pm-7:50 am

2 stops27h 50m

Melbourne

Sun 7/26

10:00 am-9:35 pm

2 stops26h 35m

$1,471

HoustonMelbourne

HOU - MEL

HOUMEL

Houston Hobby

Mon 6/29

1:00 pm-7:50 am

2 stops27h 50m

Melbourne

Sun 7/26

10:00 am-9:35 pm

2 stops26h 35m

$1,471

HoustonMelbourne

HOU - MEL

HOUMEL

Houston Hobby

Wed 6/24

10:05 am-7:50 am

2 stops30h 45m

Melbourne

Wed 7/8

10:00 am-9:35 pm

2 stops26h 35m

$1,471

HoustonMelbourne

HOU - MEL

HOUMEL

Houston Hobby

Mon 5/4

8:21 pm-10:15 pm

2 stops34h 54m

$852

HoustonMelbourne

HOU - MEL

HOUMEL

Houston Hobby

Wed 3/4

12:18 pm-11:00 pm

2 stops41h 42m

$853

HoustonMelbourne

HOU - MEL

HOUMEL

Houston Hobby

Wed 3/4

6:00 am-5:00 am

1 stop30h 00m

$932

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Compare providers for flights from Hobby 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 Hobby to Melbourne in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 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 Houston Hobby Airport-Melbourne Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Houston Hobby Airport-Melbourne Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Houston Hobby Airport-Melbourne Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Houston Hobby Airport-Melbourne Airport 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 Houston Hobby 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 Hobby to Melbourne

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Melbourne from Hobby with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Melbourne Airport

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Melbourne Airport (average of $738). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Melbourne Airport in September is currently the most expensive (average of $1,037). 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 Houston Hobby 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 26, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Fiji Airways, Air New Zealand, and Qantas Airways from Houston Hobby 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.
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
222 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
222 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
222 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
574 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
222 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
977 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
222 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,200 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
222 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,189 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
222 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Hobby 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 Houston Hobby Airport to Melbourne Airport?

    American Airlines and Delta can get you from Houston Hobby Airport to Melbourne Airport in just under 24h 52m. Your travel time can differ by up to 8h 43m. The distance from Houston Hobby Airport to Melbourne Airport is about 8988 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Flying on Fiji Airways is currently your cheapest option to Melbourne Airport, with prices starting at $790. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Qantas Airways and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $801 and $817, respectively. Fiji Airways is 40% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    $363 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Qantas Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and United Airlines, with prices starting from $385 and $822, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Hobby 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 Houston Hobby Airport to Melbourne Airport?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Melbourne Airport (average of $738). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Melbourne Airport in September is currently the most expensive (average of $1,037). 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 Hobby to Melbourne

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Hobby 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 26, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$790Average$1,293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$801Average$954FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
American AirlinesCheapest$817Average$849FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air New ZealandCheapest$962Average$1,263FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,153Average$1,578FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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