Cheap Flights to Melbourne City from $496

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Although booking in advance is typically the best way to save money, don't worry if your Melbourne City trip is last minute. It's still possible to find cheap flights to Melbourne City, especially if your plans have some flexibility. Try switching up your dates, exploring different ticket options or jetting out of an alternative airport.

Secure the travel dates you want and a fare that works with your budget by booking your domestic flight to Melbourne City up to 28 days in advance. Search for tickets two to four months ahead if you're traveling to Melbourne City from an international destination.*

*Best day of the week to book, depart and ideal booking window recommendations based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through August 2023, sourced from Airline Reporting Corporation's (ARC) global airline sales database. Percentages noted are averages.

You can save an average of 8% if you purchase plane tickets on a Sunday rather than Fridays, which tend to be the priciest day to book.* When it comes to scoring a cheap flight to Melbourne City, the key is good timing.

*Best day of the week to book, depart and ideal booking window recommendations based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through August 2023, sourced from Airline Reporting Corporation's (ARC) global airline sales database. Percentages noted are averages.