Statistics on Melbourne-Iceland (Reykjavík) 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 Iceland (Reykjavík) (from: Melbourne)
The average price to go to Iceland (Reykjavík) from Melbourne airport is $ 1553 (round trip). However, there are variations depending on the departure month. Thus, it is possible to pay for your plane ticket on average between $ 1299 (in november) and $ 2009 (in december), which is a saving of $ 254 or a surplus of $ 456 (compared to the average price) depending on the period you leave.
The analysis of all prices reveals that the most frequent price is between $1298 to $1350 and it is generally more economical to leave on a sunday and return on a sunday on a flight with 1 or more layovers.
Be careful, the cheapest months may correspond to unfavorable weather periods . Check out our page best time to go to Iceland (Reykjavík) before booking your flight.
If you want to know when to book your flight at the best price, go straight to the second part of this page: When to buy your Melbourne-Iceland (Reykjavík) plane ticket.
How are these data calculated?
We have studied a sample of 20516 airfare prices from previous years for flights to Iceland (Reykjavík) from Melbourne and can thus establish precise and credible price variation trends based on different parameters. Of course, prices can vary from year to year, but the seasonal aspect of this data (recurrence of school holidays, events... from year to year) makes these statistics quite reliable.
Average price depending on the departure month
Data analysis:
By leaving in november, the price of the plane ticket will statistically be the cheapest ($ 1299, saving $ 254 compared to the average price over the year which is $ 1553). Conversely, december will be the most expensive ($ 2009).
Flight Melbourne-Iceland (Reykjavík): when is the best time to go for the best price?
| Month | Good price* | Average price | Our opinion |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | $ 1599 | $ 1889 | high price |
| February | $ 1173 | $ 1403 | good price |
| March | $ 1119 | $ 1326 | good price |
| April | $ 1240 | $ 1444 | good price |
| May | $ 1109 | $ 1320 | good price |
| June | $ 1283 | $ 1515 | fair price |
| July | $ 1558 | $ 1817 | fair price |
| August | $ 1374 | $ 1633 | fair price |
| September | $ 1349 | $ 1592 | fair price |
| October | $ 1188 | $ 1383 | good price |
| November | $ 1108 | $ 1299 the cheapest | very good price |
| December | $ 1637 | $ 2009 the most expensive | very 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 Melbourne to Iceland (Reykjavík)
Data analysis:
The prices for flights from Melbourne to Iceland (Reykjavík) range from $935 to $2129. 3% of tickets were purchased at the minimum price (from $935 to $987), 1% at the maximum price (from $2077 to $2129). The majority of plane tickets were purchased in the range of $1298 to $1350 (8% of tickets).
Cheapest airlines for the Melbourne->Iceland flight
There are 17 companies that serve Melbourne from Iceland (Reykjavík) airport: Qatar Airways, Jetstar, Scoot, Finnair, Thai Airways, China Eastern, Air China, Airasia X, Etihad Airways, Singapore Airlines, Qantas, Emirates, China Southern, Royal Brunei Airlines, Lufthansa, Cathay Pacific and Malaysia Airlines.
Data analysis:
Of the 20516 flights analyzed in previous years, Qatar Airways was the airline that offered the best fare most often in the flight ticket search results (34% of the time) on the Melbourne->Iceland route.
Which day of the week to leave?
Data analysis:
Statistically, Melbourne-Iceland (Reykjavík) flights departing on a sunday are cheaper than on other days of the week. By choosing a sunday as your departure date, you can save an average of $51. On the other hand, departing on a saturday may cost you an additional $87.
Which day of the week to come back?
Data analysis:
Statistically, return flights from Iceland (Reykjavík) to Melbourne 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 $53. Conversely, departing from Iceland (Reykjavík) on a friday may cost you an additional $69.
Top prices Melbourne-Iceland (Reykjavík)
| Round trip | Dates | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melbourne → Reykjavík | 12-03 to 19-03-2025 | $ 1037 | layover flight with Air China |
| Melbourne → Reykjavík | 19-03 to 27-03-2025 | $ 1131 | layover flight with Malaysia Airlines |
| Melbourne → Reykjavík | 07-05 to 12-05-2025 | $ 1099 | layover flight with Jetstar |
| Melbourne → Reykjavík | 12-05 to 19-05-2025 | $ 1152 | layover flight with Vietnam Airlines |
| Melbourne → Reykjavík | 17-05 to 31-05-2025 | $ 1165 | layover flight with Turkish Airlines |
| Melbourne → Reykjavík | 02-06 to 23-06-2025 | $ 1049 | layover flight with Air China |
| Melbourne → Reykjavík | 05-06 to 26-06-2025 | $ 1152 | layover flight with China Southern |
| Melbourne → Reykjavík | 09-10 to 23-10-2025 | $ 1073 | layover flight with Qantas |
| Melbourne → Reykjavík | 17-10 to 26-10-2025 | $ 1073 | layover flight with Qantas |
| Melbourne → Reykjavík | 19-11 to 25-11-2025 | $ 1082 | layover flight with Thai Airways |
When to book your flight Melbourne - Iceland (Reykjavík) to get the cheapest price?
Statistically, you will make the biggest savings by buying your plane ticket between 6 to 7 months in advance. However, you may end up paying a high price if you book between 0 to 1 month 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 Melbourne-Iceland flight, it is recommended to book your ticket on a friday.
How far in advance should I buy my flight?
Data analysis:
To get the cheapest flight ticket from Melbourne to Iceland (Reykjavík), it is recommended to buy it 6 to 7 months before departure (it is then on average 1487 $, which is a saving of 66 $ compared to the overall average price). On the other hand, if you buy your ticket 0 to 1 month in advance, you will pay the full price (142 $ more than the average price).
Depending on the departure month
The best time to buy your Melbourne to Iceland (Reykjavík) 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: 1726 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 1866), 6 to 7 months ($ 1762) |
| February | Best time: 5 to 6 months before departure (average price: 1254 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 1324), 2 to 3 months ($ 1352), 3 to 4 months ($ 1294), 6 to 7 months ($ 1323), 7 to 8 months ($ 1265) |
| March | Best time: 2 to 3 months before departure (average price: 1215 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 1284), 4 to 5 months ($ 1250), 5 to 6 months ($ 1251), 6 to 7 months ($ 1267), 7 to 8 months ($ 1260) |
| April | Best time: 2 to 3 months before departure (average price: 1364 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 1406), 3 to 4 months ($ 1372), 8 to 9 months ($ 1434) |
| May | Best time: 1 to 2 months before departure (average price: 1101 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 1267), 3 to 4 months ($ 1301), 8 to 9 months ($ 1300), 10 to 11 months ($ 1291) |
| June | Best time: 2 to 3 months before departure (average price: 1381 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 1489), 5 to 6 months ($ 1476), 6 to 7 months ($ 1492), 8 to 9 months ($ 1474), 9 to 10 months ($ 1464), 10 to 11 months ($ 1417) |
| July | Best time: 10 to 11 months before departure (average price: 1650 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 1765), 2 to 3 months ($ 1817), 3 to 4 months ($ 1778), 4 to 5 months ($ 1804), 5 to 6 months ($ 1809), 6 to 7 months ($ 1784), 7 to 8 months ($ 1776), 8 to 9 months ($ 1814), 9 to 10 months ($ 1776) |
| August | Best time: 7 to 8 months before departure (average price: 1463 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 1599), 2 to 3 months ($ 1610), 4 to 5 months ($ 1627), 5 to 6 months ($ 1507), 6 to 7 months ($ 1474), 8 to 9 months ($ 1555), 9 to 10 months ($ 1553), 10 to 11 months ($ 1537) |
| September | Best time: 10 to 11 months before departure (average price: 1490 $) Other interesting period(s): 3 to 4 months ($ 1543), 4 to 5 months ($ 1548), 5 to 6 months ($ 1528), 6 to 7 months ($ 1521), 7 to 8 months ($ 1492), 8 to 9 months ($ 1542), 11 to 12 months ($ 1581) |
| October | Best time: 7 to 8 months before departure (average price: 1296 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 1373), 2 to 3 months ($ 1297), 3 to 4 months ($ 1325), 4 to 5 months ($ 1316), 5 to 6 months ($ 1297), 6 to 7 months ($ 1377), 8 to 9 months ($ 1329), 9 to 10 months ($ 1369) |
| November | Best time: 2 to 3 months before departure (average price: 1216 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 1266), 3 to 4 months ($ 1224), 4 to 5 months ($ 1269), 5 to 6 months ($ 1265), 8 to 9 months ($ 1261), 10 to 11 months ($ 1269) |
| December | Best time: 9 to 10 months before departure (average price: 1587 $) Other interesting period(s): 4 to 5 months ($ 1827), 5 to 6 months ($ 1828), 6 to 7 months ($ 1798), 7 to 8 months ($ 1947), 8 to 9 months ($ 1765), 10 to 11 months ($ 1772), 11 to 12 months ($ 1756) |
What day of the week should I book my flight ticket?
Data analysis:
Statistically, friday is the day when plane tickets for Melbourne->Iceland are the cheapest. So, by buying your plane ticket on a friday, you will save $18. Conversely, by buying it on a monday, you may end up paying $20 more.
Melbourne to Iceland (Reykjavík): 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| December 2024 | $ 2222 $2048 to $2378 | high price | Find a flight |
| January 2025 | $ 2175 $1508 to $6608 | high price | Find a flight |
| February 2025 | $ 1308 $1250 to $1397 | very good price | Find a flight |
| March 2025 | $ 1206 $1037 to $1550 | very good price | Find a flight |
| April 2025 | $ 1375 $1256 to $1489 | very good price | Find a flight |
| May 2025 | $ 2350 $1099 to $3912 | very high price | Find a flight |
| June 2025 | $ 1189 $1049 to $1327 | very good price | Find a flight |
| July 2025 | $ 1659 $1631 to $1686 | very good price | Find a flight |
| August 2025 | $ 1381 $1366 to $1409 | very good price | Find a flight |
| September 2025 | $ 1431 $1255 to $1668 | very good price | Find a flight |
| October 2025 | $ 1476 $1073 to $3872 | high price | Find a flight |
| November 2025 | $ 1125 $1073 to $1219 | very good price | Find a flight |
Data analysis:
Compared to the average price, february, march, april, june, july, august, september and november are cheaper to travel to Iceland (Reykjavík). So it may be interesting to book now to leave during these months!