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$858+ Cheap flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Hobby (HOU)

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 1/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — HOU
Nov 27 — Dec 41
Thu 11/27
Thu 12/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Houston Hobby are usually found in February or March, booked 23 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Hobby

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to Hobby (HOU). 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 28, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,536
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$858
(American Airlines)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,374
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Hobby
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Hobby. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 28, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 11/2612:00 pmMEL - HOU
2 stops22h 52mAmerican Airlines
Wed 3/184:31 pmHOU - MEL
2 stops24h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/28$1,536
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 11/276:00 amMEL - HOU
2 stops22h 40mAmerican Airlines
Wed 3/184:31 pmHOU - MEL
2 stops24h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/28$1,557
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
Tue 11/2512:00 pmMEL - HOU
2 stops22h 52mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/24:25 pmHOU - MEL
2 stops24h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/26$1,578
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 11/284:05 pmMEL - HOU
1 stop18h 47mAmerican Airlines
Wed 3/184:31 pmHOU - MEL
2 stops24h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/28$1,585
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 11/296:00 amMEL - HOU
2 stops22h 40mAmerican Airlines
Sun 3/1510:21 amHOU - MEL
2 stops31h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/28$1,606
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 11/276:00 amMEL - HOU
2 stops22h 40mAmerican Airlines
Thu 3/124:31 pmHOU - MEL
2 stops24h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/27$1,610
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 11/284:05 pmMEL - HOU
1 stop18h 47mAmerican Airlines
Fri 3/204:31 pmHOU - MEL
2 stops24h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/28$1,635
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 10/3012:00 pmMEL - HOU
2 stops23h 41mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/29:05 amHOU - MEL
1 stop26h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/27$1,637
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 11/296:00 amMEL - HOU
2 stops22h 40mAmerican Airlines
Sat 3/214:31 pmHOU - MEL
2 stops24h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/28$1,656
This Flighttix deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 Flighttix is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/612:00 pmMEL - HOU
2 stops22h 52mBritish Airways
Fri 11/216:00 amHOU - MEL
1 stop30h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 10/27$1,660
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 11/214:05 pmMEL - HOU
1 stop18h 47mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/258:20 pmHOU - MEL
1 stop39h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/27$1,676

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Hobby 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 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to Houston Hobby Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Melbourne

Fly to

Hobby

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneHouston

MEL - HOU

MELHOU

Melbourne

Tue 11/25

12:00 pm-7:50 pm

2 stops24h 50m

Houston Hobby

Mon 3/16

4:31 pm-9:30 am

2 stops24h 59m

$1,536

MelbourneHouston

MEL - HOU

MELHOU

Melbourne

Wed 11/26

4:05 pm-5:52 pm

1 stop18h 47m

Houston Hobby

Sun 3/15

10:21 am-9:30 am

2 stops31h 09m

$1,536

MelbourneHouston

MEL - HOU

MELHOU

Melbourne

Wed 11/26

4:05 pm-7:50 pm

1 stop20h 45m

Houston Hobby

Mon 3/16

4:31 pm-9:30 am

2 stops24h 59m

$1,536

MelbourneHouston

MEL - HOU

MELHOU

Melbourne

Thu 2/19

12:00 pm-8:03 pm

2 stops25h 03m

Houston Hobby

Mon 2/23

10:18 am-5:00 am

1 stop25h 42m

$1,547

MelbourneHouston

MEL - HOU

MELHOU

Melbourne

Thu 11/27

6:00 am-11:40 am

2 stops22h 40m

Houston Hobby

Wed 3/18

4:31 pm-9:30 am

2 stops24h 59m

$1,557

MelbourneHouston

MEL - HOU

MELHOU

Melbourne

Wed 11/26

4:05 pm-5:52 pm

1 stop18h 47m

Houston Hobby

Sat 3/21

4:31 pm-9:30 am

2 stops24h 59m

$1,585

MelbourneHouston

MEL - HOU

MELHOU

Melbourne

Wed 11/26

4:05 pm-5:52 pm

1 stop18h 47m

Houston Hobby

Fri 3/20

4:31 pm-9:30 am

2 stops24h 59m

$1,585

MelbourneHouston

MEL - HOU

MELHOU

Melbourne

Sat 11/29

6:00 am-11:40 am

2 stops22h 40m

Houston Hobby

Wed 3/18

4:31 pm-9:30 am

2 stops24h 59m

$1,606

MelbourneHouston

MEL - HOU

MELHOU

Melbourne

Thu 11/27

6:00 am-11:40 am

2 stops22h 40m

Houston Hobby

Thu 3/12

4:31 pm-9:30 am

2 stops24h 59m

$1,612

MelbourneHouston

MEL - HOU

MELHOU

Melbourne

Sat 11/29

6:00 am-11:40 am

2 stops22h 40m

Houston Hobby

Sat 3/21

4:31 pm-9:30 am

2 stops24h 59m

$1,656

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 10/26

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Compare providers for flights from Melbourne to Hobby

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 Melbourne to Hobby in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*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 Melbourne Airport-Houston Hobby Airport flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Melbourne Airport-Houston Hobby Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Melbourne Airport-Houston Hobby Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Melbourne Airport-Houston Hobby 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 Melbourne Airport-Houston Hobby 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 Melbourne to Hobby

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

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Houston Hobby Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Melbourne to Hobby. Price data was last updated on October 24, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Houston Hobby Airport, you should look to book at least 23 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Houston Hobby Airport (average of $583). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Houston Hobby Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,070). 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 MEL to HOU?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Hobby. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 28, 2025.

When flying from Melbourne Airport to Houston Hobby Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 47% versus a flight at noon.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Hobby

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Hobby. 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 Hobby. Reviews last updated October 28, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Air New Zealand and United Airlines from Melbourne Airport to Houston Hobby Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
519 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
519 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
519 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,000 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
519 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Related info for your journey

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

    A quick flight from Melbourne Airport to Houston Hobby Airport can take about 24h 50m. American Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,536. Airlines will cover a distance of 8988 mi.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Melbourne Airport to Houston Hobby Airport round-trip from $829. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Air New Zealand. United Airlines is priced at 33% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Houston Hobby Airport (average of $583). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Houston Hobby Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,070). 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 Melbourne to Hobby

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Hobby. 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 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$829Average$2,035FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,113Average$1,784FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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