Flying from Melbourne to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is Melbourne's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Melbourne to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) leaving from here.
London Heathrow Airport is located in London. The city operates in the UTC+0 timezone and is 11 hours behind Melbourne.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from Melbourne to LHR.
Popular months like July or other peak periods mean longer queues and potential delays. Get a head start by arriving at the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even explore a different city. When searching for flights from Melbourne to LHR leaving from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Perth Airport (PER)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
From the centre of Melbourne, MEL is approximately 24 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to find the best way to get there.
Catching an early flight from Melbourne to London Heathrow Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
About London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Consider staying in a hotel close to LHR if you're taking a late flight from Melbourne to London Heathrow Airport. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
London Heathrow Airport is approximately 31 kilometres from central London. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 57 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour and 1 minute to get there by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to London Heathrow Airport is ج.م. 18,778. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 42,707. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from Melbourne to LHR, book early. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap tickets from Melbourne to London Heathrow Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across the month and land a great deal.
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Customise your trip with filters. Adjust the duration, number of stops, and arrival and departure times to find the right flight from Melbourne to London Heathrow Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' options first.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
July is the most popular month for flights from Melbourne to London Heathrow Airport. To escape the crowds, head for London in February when things are quieter.
Lock in your flight from Melbourne to LHR for July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in London to range from 11ºC to 26ºC.
Visit in January if you want to explore when it's cooler. Average temperatures range between 0ºC and 9ºC. However, this city delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Melbourne to London Heathrow Airport.
More about London
After booking your flight from Melbourne to London Heathrow Airport, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring London:
Big Ben and The British Museum are just a couple of the major attractions to put on your London to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Buckingham Palace.
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