What is the cheapest way to get from Heathrow to Melbourne?

The cheapest way to get from Heathrow to Melbourne is to fly which costs $700 - $1,700 and takes 22h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Heathrow to Melbourne?

The fastest way to get from Heathrow to Melbourne is to fly which takes 22h 15m and costs $700 - $1,700.

How far is it from Heathrow to Melbourne?

The distance between Heathrow and Melbourne is 16929 km.

How long does it take to get from Heathrow to Melbourne?

It takes approximately 22h 15m to get from Heathrow to Melbourne, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Heathrow and Melbourne?

Melbourne is 10h ahead of Heathrow. It is currently 5:45 AM in Heathrow and 3:45 PM in Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5439+ hotels available in Melbourne.

Heathrow to Melbourne - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Heathrow to Melbourne by plane, train, or bus

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Fly London Heathrow Airport to Melbourne Airport
best
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane LHR - MEL
22h 15m
$718–1,613
Bus to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Melbourne Airport
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to South Terminal Coach Stationbus
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane LGW - MEL
25h 5m
$690–1,448
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Avalon Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Avalon Airport (AVV)plane LHR - AVV
2. Take the train from Lara Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
30h 33m
$1,098–3,406
Bus to London Stansted Airport, fly to Melbourne Airport
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane STN - MEL
26h 10m
$994–2,155
Bus to Birmingham Airport, fly to Melbourne Airport
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Birmingham Airport Bus Terminalbus
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane BHX - MEL
26h 35m
$1,059–1,880

London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Melbourne Airport (MEL) flights

71Weekly Planes

23h 40mAverage Duration

$788Cheapest Price

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Distance: 16,929 km
Duration: 22h 15m

What companies run services between Heathrow, England and Melbourne, VIC, Australia?

Singapore Airlines, Thai Airways International, and five other airlines fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Melbourne Airport (MEL) every 3 hours.

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