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Cheap flights from Vancouver to Melbourne from C$ 848

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 17/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YVR — MEL
26 Jan — 2 Feb1
1 adult

The best prices from Vancouver to Melbourne are usually found in October or May, booked 21 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Vancouver to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Vancouver (8CA) to Melbourne (ME1). 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 21 January 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 1,409

One-way from

C$ 848

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

C$ 1,982
9/2-16/2
  • 9/2-16/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 60h 33m total
  • Vancouver to Melbourne
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17/2
  • 17/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 53h 35m total
  • Vancouver to Melbourne
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Cheapest flights from Vancouver to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Vancouver to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 January 2025.

Sun 9/27:00 a.m.YVR - MEL
2 stops34h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 16/24:50 p.m.MEL - YVR
1 stop25h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1C$ 1,409
Thu 6/36:10 p.m.YVR - AVV
2 stops34h 05mMultiple Airlines
Fri 4/46:00 a.m.AVV - YVR
2 stops35h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/1C$ 1,444
Sun 31/88:55 p.m.YVR - MEL
1 stop20h 55mAir New Zealand
Sat 27/96:55 p.m.MEL - YVR
1 stop35h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 20/1C$ 1,502
Mon 3/312:40 a.m.YVR - MEL
1 stop43h 05mSichuan Airlines
Wed 12/39:30 p.m.MEL - YVR
1 stop42h 15mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 20/1C$ 1,520
Fri 11/410:55 p.m.YVR - MEL
1 stop19h 35mFiji Airways
Sun 20/411:35 p.m.MEL - YVR
1 stop31h 30mFiji Airways
Deal found 20/1C$ 1,576
Sat 30/812:45 a.m.YVR - MEL
1 stop35h 15mPhilippine Airlines
Sat 27/96:30 a.m.MEL - YVR
1 stop28h 15mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 20/1C$ 1,728
Fri 21/21:00 p.m.YVR - MEL
1 stop31h 45mAir China
Fri 21/38:15 p.m.MEL - YVR
1 stop31h 45mAir China
Deal found 20/1C$ 1,746
Sun 4/54:45 p.m.YVR - MEL
2 stops51h 50mANA
Sat 7/64:00 p.m.MEL - YVR
2 stops39h 50mANA
Deal found 20/1C$ 1,756
Tue 18/28:00 a.m.YVR - MEL
1 stop28h 35mQantas Airways
Tue 18/312:00 p.m.MEL - YVR
1 stop20h 46mQantas Airways
Deal found 20/1C$ 1,821
Tue 25/33:00 p.m.YVR - MEL
1 stop24h 00mUnited Airlines
Wed 9/410:55 a.m.MEL - YVR
1 stop27h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/1C$ 1,863
Sat 1/312:05 a.m.YVR - MEL
1 stop41h 25mCathay Pacific
Wed 30/72:25 p.m.MEL - YVR
1 stop24h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 20/1C$ 1,903
Mon 17/28:20 p.m.YVR - AVV
1 stop22h 50mQantas Airways
Wed 19/310:25 a.m.AVV - YVR
1 stop24h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 20/1C$ 3,225

Find flights from Vancouver to Melbourne within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Vancouver 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 629,999 searches. Data last updated 21 January 2025.

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VancouverMelbourne

YVR - MEL

YVRMEL

Vancouver Intl

Sun 9/2

7:00 a.m.-12:45 p.m.

2 stops34h 45m

Melbourne

Sun 16/2

4:50 p.m.-11:38 p.m.

1 stop25h 48m

C$ 1,409

VancouverMelbourne

YVR - AVV

YVRAVV

Vancouver Intl

Thu 6/3

6:10 p.m.-11:15 p.m.

2 stops34h 05m

Melbourne Avalon

Fri 4/4

6:00 a.m.-11:38 p.m.

2 stops35h 38m

C$ 1,444

VancouverMelbourne

YVR - MEL

YVRMEL

Vancouver Intl

Mon 3/3

12:40 a.m.-2:45 p.m.

1 stop43h 05m

Melbourne

Wed 12/3

9:30 p.m.-9:45 p.m.

1 stop42h 15m

C$ 1,520

VancouverMelbourne

YVR - MEL

YVRMEL

Vancouver Intl

Tue 4/3

6:35 p.m.-10:50 a.m.

1 stop21h 15m

Melbourne

Wed 2/4

3:00 p.m.-10:11 p.m.

2 stops25h 11m

C$ 1,549

VancouverMelbourne

YVR - MEL

YVRMEL

Vancouver Intl

Fri 11/4

10:55 p.m.-11:30 a.m.

1 stop19h 35m

Melbourne

Sun 20/4

11:35 p.m.-2:05 p.m.

1 stop31h 30m

C$ 1,576

VancouverMelbourne

YVR - MEL

YVRMEL

Vancouver Intl

Fri 21/2

1:00 p.m.-3:45 p.m.

1 stop31h 45m

Melbourne

Mon 17/3

8:15 p.m.-9:20 a.m.

1 stop31h 05m

C$ 1,746

VancouverMelbourne

YVR - MEL

YVRMEL

Vancouver Intl

Sun 4/5

4:45 p.m.-1:35 p.m.

2 stops51h 50m

Melbourne

Sat 7/6

4:00 p.m.-2:50 p.m.

2 stops39h 50m

C$ 1,756

VancouverMelbourne

YVR - MEL

YVRMEL

Vancouver Intl

Tue 1/4

12:45 a.m.-7:30 a.m.

1 stop36h 45m

Melbourne

Wed 16/4

8:00 a.m.-5:45 p.m.

1 stop26h 45m

C$ 1,772

VancouverMelbourne

YVR - MEL

YVRMEL

Vancouver Intl

Tue 18/2

8:00 a.m.-7:35 a.m.

1 stop28h 35m

Melbourne

Tue 18/3

12:00 p.m.-2:46 p.m.

1 stop20h 46m

C$ 1,821

VancouverMelbourne

YVR - MEL

YVRMEL

Vancouver Intl

Tue 25/3

3:00 p.m.-9:00 a.m.

1 stop24h 00m

Melbourne

Wed 9/4

10:55 a.m.-8:59 p.m.

1 stop27h 04m

C$ 1,863

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Best time to book a flight from Vancouver to Melbourne

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Travel insights for flights from Vancouver to Melbourne

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Vancouver to Melbourne including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Vancouver to Melbourne?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Vancouver to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 17 January 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Vancouver to Melbourne may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 21 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Vancouver to Melbourne?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver to Melbourne (average of C$ 1,283). Flying from Vancouver to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,770). 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 YVR to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Vancouver 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 21 January 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 10% on flights from Vancouver to Melbourne by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Vancouver to Melbourne?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Vancouver to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Vancouver to Melbourne flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 mm per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 8.0 C).

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 21 January 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Air New Zealand, Cathay Pacific and Qantas Airways from Vancouver to Melbourne have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,360 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

It was a pleasure journey! Emirates improved their services and I am glad that they are doing well.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,360 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,360 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

It was a pleasure journey! Emirates improved their services and I am glad that they are doing well.

Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
188 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,360 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

It was a pleasure journey! Emirates improved their services and I am glad that they are doing well.

Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
485 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,360 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

It was a pleasure journey! Emirates improved their services and I am glad that they are doing well.

Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
824 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,360 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

It was a pleasure journey! Emirates improved their services and I am glad that they are doing well.

Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
830 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,360 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

It was a pleasure journey! Emirates improved their services and I am glad that they are doing well.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Vancouver to Melbourne. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Vancouver to Melbourne round-trip?

    Flying on Sichuan Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Melbourne, with prices starting at C$ 1,520. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Air New Zealand and Fiji Airways, with the lowest prices starting at C$ 1,549 and C$ 1,576, respectively. You may be able to fly from Vancouver to Melbourne for 14% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Vancouver to Melbourne one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Fiji Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as C$ 861. Users have also found prices from C$ 1,130 and C$ 1,421 on Cathay Pacific and Air New Zealand, respectively.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Vancouver to Melbourne?

    Vancouver to Melbourne flights have a layover in Sydney most often.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Sydney?

    Sydney Opera House, Wild Life Sydney Zoo, and The Rocks Discovery Museum are the most popular attractions in Sydney if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Sydney Opera House, Wild Life Sydney Zoo and The Rocks Discovery Museum are located about 9.9 km, 8.1 km, and 9.5 km, respectively from Sydney Kingsford Smith if you are interested in checking them out. Travelers in need of a car in Sydney can rent one for about C$ 42 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Vancouver to Melbourne flights?

    Vancouver to Melbourne flights that have layovers will least frequently stop in Nadi.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Vancouver 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 Vancouver to Melbourne?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver to Melbourne (average of C$ 1,283). Flying from Vancouver to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,770). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapestC$ 1,070AverageC$ 1,464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,261AverageC$ 1,903FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air New ZealandCheapestC$ 1,376AverageC$ 1,717FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 1,390AverageC$ 1,981FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestC$ 1,410AverageC$ 1,787FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,450AverageC$ 2,419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Cathay PacificCheapestC$ 1,966AverageC$ 2,253FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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