Statistics on Manchester-Melbourne flights: what is the right price and when to buy your plane ticket?
Best time to go: what is the RIGHT price for a round-trip flight to Melbourne (from: Manchester)
The average price to go to Melbourne from Manchester airport is $ 1520 (round trip). However, there are variations depending on the departure month. Thus, it is possible to pay for your plane ticket on average between $ 1325 (in march) and $ 1805 (in july), which is a saving of $ 195 or a surplus of $ 286 (compared to the average price) depending on the period you leave.
The analysis of all prices reveals that the most frequent price is between $1216 to $1271 and it is generally more economical to leave on a monday and return on a sunday on a flight with 1 or more layovers.
Be careful, the cheapest months may correspond to unfavorable weather periods . Check out our page best time to go to Melbourne before booking your flight.
If you want to know when to book your flight at the best price, go straight to the second part of this page: When to buy your Manchester-Melbourne plane ticket.
How are these data calculated?
We have studied a sample of 60000 airfare prices from previous years for flights to Melbourne from Manchester and can thus establish precise and credible price variation trends based on different parameters. Of course, prices can vary from year to year, but the seasonal aspect of this data (recurrence of school holidays, events... from year to year) makes these statistics quite reliable.
Average price depending on the departure month
Data analysis:
By leaving in march, the price of the plane ticket will statistically be the cheapest ($ 1325, saving $ 195 compared to the average price over the year which is $ 1520). Conversely, july will be the most expensive ($ 1805).
Flight Manchester-Melbourne: when is the best time to go for the best price?
| Month | Good price* | Average price | Our opinion |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | $ 1362 | $ 1618 | fair price |
| February | $ 1235 | $ 1497 | fair price |
| March | $ 1098 | $ 1325 the cheapest | very good price |
| April | $ 1296 | $ 1517 | fair price |
| May | $ 1139 | $ 1329 | good price |
| June | $ 1192 | $ 1438 | fair price |
| July | $ 1448 | $ 1805 the most expensive | very high price |
| August | $ 1445 | $ 1687 | fair price |
| September | $ 1197 | $ 1458 | fair price |
| October | $ 1209 | $ 1450 | fair price |
| November | $ 1130 | $ 1380 | good price |
| December | $ 1409 | $ 1723 | high price |
*great price to buy your plane ticket: if you see this price or cheaper during your flight search, go for it and buy it!
Price breakdown to travel from Manchester to Melbourne
Data analysis:
The prices for flights from Manchester to Melbourne range from $939 to $1824. 1% of tickets were purchased at the minimum price (from $940 to $995), 1% at the maximum price (from $1769 to $1824). The majority of plane tickets were purchased in the range of $1216 to $1271 (11% of tickets).
Cheapest airlines for the Manchester->Melbourne flight
There are 20 companies that serve Manchester from Melbourne airport: EasyJet, Lufthansa, Ryanair, British Airways, Singapore Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, Swiss, Cathay Pacific, Malaysia Airlines, KLM, Air France, China Southern, Jet2, SAS, Pegasus Airlines, Emirates, China Eastern and Juneyao Airlines.
Data analysis:
Of the 60000 flights analyzed in previous years, EasyJet was the airline that offered the best fare most often in the flight ticket search results (18% of the time) on the Manchester->Melbourne route.
Which day of the week to leave?
Data analysis:
Statistically, Manchester-Melbourne flights departing on a monday are cheaper than on other days of the week. By choosing a monday as your departure date, you can save an average of $34. On the other hand, departing on a friday may cost you an additional $44.
Which day of the week to come back?
Data analysis:
Statistically, return flights from Melbourne to Manchester departing on a sunday are cheaper than on other days of the week. By choosing a sunday for your return date, you will save an average of $44. Conversely, departing from Melbourne on a friday may cost you an additional $55.
Top prices Manchester-Melbourne
| Round trip | Dates | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manchester → Melbourne | 03-05 to 29-05-2025 | $ 1037 | layover flight with Ryanair |
| Manchester → Melbourne | 10-05 to 31-05-2025 | $ 1024 | layover flight with Ryanair |
| Manchester → Melbourne | 12-05 to 29-05-2025 | $ 1018 | layover flight with British Airways |
| Manchester → Melbourne | 16-05 to 28-05-2025 | $ 1018 | layover flight with British Airways |
| Manchester → Melbourne | 22-05 to 29-05-2025 | $ 1069 | layover flight with Finnair |
| Manchester → Melbourne | 02-06 to 14-06-2025 | $ 1009 | layover flight with British Airways |
| Manchester → Melbourne | 16-09 to 29-09-2025 | $ 1013 | layover flight with Ryanair |
| Manchester → Melbourne | 03-11 to 20-11-2025 | $ 999 | layover flight with British Airways |
| Manchester → Melbourne | 10-11 to 27-11-2025 | $ 1039 | layover flight with British Airways |
| Manchester → Melbourne | 15-11 to 22-11-2025 | $ 1037 | layover flight with British Airways |
When to book your flight Manchester - Melbourne to get the cheapest price?
Statistically, you will make the biggest savings by buying your plane ticket between 2 to 3 months in advance. However, you may end up paying a high price if you book between 11 to 12 months in advance.
Did you know: the price of plane tickets not only varies depending on how far in advance you book, but also on the day of the week you book! So, to maximize your chances of getting the best price for a Manchester-Melbourne flight, it is recommended to book your ticket on a tuesday.
How far in advance should I buy my flight?
Data analysis:
To get the cheapest flight ticket from Manchester to Melbourne, it is recommended to buy it 2 to 3 months before departure (it is then on average 1425 $, which is a saving of 95 $ compared to the overall average price). On the other hand, if you buy your ticket 11 to 12 months in advance, you will pay the full price (278 $ more than the average price).
Depending on the departure month
The best time to buy your Manchester to Melbourne flight ticket may vary depending on your departure month. Therefore, we offer you statistics on when to book your flight month by month.
| Departure on... | How far in advance should I book? |
|---|---|
| January | Best time: 7 to 8 months before departure (average price: 1365 $) Other interesting period(s): 4 to 5 months ($ 1520), 5 to 6 months ($ 1538), 6 to 7 months ($ 1609), 8 to 9 months ($ 1425), 9 to 10 months ($ 1504) |
| February | Best time: 8 to 9 months before departure (average price: 1311 $) Other interesting period(s): 4 to 5 months ($ 1464), 5 to 6 months ($ 1350), 6 to 7 months ($ 1425), 7 to 8 months ($ 1333), 9 to 10 months ($ 1316), 10 to 11 months ($ 1386) |
| March | Best time: 6 to 7 months before departure (average price: 1191 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 1260), 5 to 6 months ($ 1214), 7 to 8 months ($ 1243), 9 to 10 months ($ 1199), 10 to 11 months ($ 1279) |
| April | Best time: 0 to 1 month before departure (average price: 1393 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 1487), 3 to 4 months ($ 1485), 6 to 7 months ($ 1470), 7 to 8 months ($ 1455), 8 to 9 months ($ 1503), 9 to 10 months ($ 1445), 10 to 11 months ($ 1497) |
| May | Best time: 1 to 2 months before departure (average price: 1213 $) Other interesting period(s): 0 to 1 month ($ 1245), 2 to 3 months ($ 1287), 3 to 4 months ($ 1328), 7 to 8 months ($ 1268), 8 to 9 months ($ 1306), 9 to 10 months ($ 1249) |
| June | Best time: 2 to 3 months before departure (average price: 1267 $) Other interesting period(s): 0 to 1 month ($ 1414), 1 to 2 months ($ 1329), 3 to 4 months ($ 1375), 4 to 5 months ($ 1332), 5 to 6 months ($ 1412), 9 to 10 months ($ 1327), 10 to 11 months ($ 1387) |
| July | Best time: 1 to 2 months before departure (average price: 1541 $) Other interesting period(s): 0 to 1 month ($ 1552), 2 to 3 months ($ 1575), 4 to 5 months ($ 1793), 6 to 7 months ($ 1794), 9 to 10 months ($ 1680), 10 to 11 months ($ 1781) |
| August | Best time: 1 to 2 months before departure (average price: 1360 $) Other interesting period(s): 0 to 1 month ($ 1461), 2 to 3 months ($ 1562), 8 to 9 months ($ 1664) |
| September | Best time: 1 to 2 months before departure (average price: 1215 $) Other interesting period(s): 0 to 1 month ($ 1427), 2 to 3 months ($ 1341), 3 to 4 months ($ 1375), 4 to 5 months ($ 1408), 5 to 6 months ($ 1348), 6 to 7 months ($ 1352), 7 to 8 months ($ 1430) |
| October | Best time: 1 to 2 months before departure (average price: 1275 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 1362), 3 to 4 months ($ 1396), 4 to 5 months ($ 1300), 5 to 6 months ($ 1297), 6 to 7 months ($ 1387), 7 to 8 months ($ 1444), 8 to 9 months ($ 1407) |
| November | Best time: 2 to 3 months before departure (average price: 1173 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 1236), 3 to 4 months ($ 1274), 4 to 5 months ($ 1244), 5 to 6 months ($ 1286), 6 to 7 months ($ 1181), 7 to 8 months ($ 1236) |
| December | Best time: 8 to 9 months before departure (average price: 1449 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 1600), 3 to 4 months ($ 1521), 4 to 5 months ($ 1455), 5 to 6 months ($ 1586), 6 to 7 months ($ 1496), 7 to 8 months ($ 1632) |
What day of the week should I book my flight ticket?
Data analysis:
Statistically, tuesday is the day when plane tickets for Manchester->Melbourne are the cheapest. So, by buying your plane ticket on a tuesday, you will save $25. Conversely, by buying it on a thursday, you may end up paying $46 more.
Manchester to Melbourne: flight price when booking today
Information: this data is not statistics but comes from real prices collected less than 7 days ago. Some months may not be available as we do not have enough data for them.
| Month | Current price | Our opinion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 2025 | $ 1543 $1423 to $1800 | high price | Find a flight |
| May 2025 | $ 1324 $942 to $6365 | fair price | Find a flight |
| June 2025 | $ 1417 $1009 to $6381 | very good price | Find a flight |
| July 2025 | $ 1698 $1266 to $6379 | very good price | Find a flight |
| August 2025 | $ 1457 $1234 to $2600 | very good price | Find a flight |
| September 2025 | $ 1191 $1013 to $1558 | very good price | Find a flight |
| October 2025 | $ 1446 $1035 to $5995 | fair price | Find a flight |
| November 2025 | $ 1387 $999 to $5685 | fair price | Find a flight |
| December 2025 | $ 1682 $1208 to $5584 | very good price | Find a flight |
| January 2026 | $ 1518 $1197 to $5178 | very good price | Find a flight |
| February 2026 | $ 1272 $1095 to $1893 | very good price | Find a flight |
| March 2026 | $ 1730 $1123 to $6473 | very high price | Find a flight |
Data analysis:
Compared to the average price, june, july, august, september, december, january and february are cheaper to travel to Melbourne. So it may be interesting to book now to leave during these months!