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Cheap flights from Vancouver to Melbourne from C$ 592

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 27/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YVR — MEL
4 May — 11 May1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Vancouver to Melbourne are usually found in May or October, booked 20 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 29 April 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 1,512

One-way from

C$ 650

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

C$ 1,777
19/5-10/6
  • 19/5-10/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 48h 19m total
  • Vancouver to Melbourne
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5/6
  • 5/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 30h 15m total
  • Vancouver to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (C$ 240 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (C$ 54 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 29 April 2025.

Mon 19/510:45 p.m.YVR - MEL
1 stop20h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/612:55 p.m.MEL - YVR
2 stops28h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/4C$ 1,512
Sat 11/1010:20 p.m.YVR - MEL
1 stop20h 40mFiji Airways
Sat 25/102:30 p.m.MEL - YVR
1 stop18h 00mFiji Airways
Deal found 28/4C$ 1,627
Sat 17/51:30 p.m.YVR - MEL
2 stops27h 50mWestJet Encore
Tue 10/65:30 p.m.MEL - YVR
2 stops36h 15mWestJet Encore
Deal found 28/4C$ 1,757
Sat 17/53:00 p.m.YVR - MEL
2 stops48h 15mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/610:55 a.m.MEL - YVR
1 stop19h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 28/4C$ 1,767
Fri 7/116:35 p.m.YVR - MEL
1 stop21h 15mAir New Zealand
Sun 16/1112:05 p.m.MEL - YVR
1 stop19h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 28/4C$ 1,777
Mon 5/510:20 p.m.YVR - AVV
1 stop22h 50mQantas Airways
Tue 20/58:55 p.m.AVV - YVR
1 stop37h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 27/4C$ 1,857
Sat 6/910:20 p.m.YVR - AVV
2 stops24h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 13/96:00 a.m.AVV - YVR
2 stops25h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/4C$ 1,875
Sun 21/912:30 a.m.YVR - MEL
1 stop28h 45mCathay Pacific
Tue 14/103:25 p.m.MEL - YVR
1 stop24h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 28/4C$ 1,914
Wed 14/512:40 a.m.YVR - MEL
1 stop35h 20mPhilippine Airlines
Tue 10/66:30 a.m.MEL - YVR
1 stop28h 15mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 28/4C$ 1,919
Sat 11/108:45 a.m.YVR - MEL
1 stop28h 00mQantas Airways
Sun 26/1012:00 p.m.MEL - YVR
1 stop20h 48mQantas Airways
Deal found 28/4C$ 1,922
Thu 29/51:30 p.m.YVR - MEL
2 stops40h 45mAmerican Airlines
Sat 7/62:30 p.m.MEL - YVR
2 stops39h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 28/4C$ 2,094
Thu 9/101:48 p.m.YVR - MEL
2 stops40h 22mQatar Airways
Fri 24/104:15 p.m.MEL - YVR
2 stops49h 43mQatar Airways
Deal found 28/4C$ 2,619

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Vancouver to Melbourne that are best for you.

Fly from

Vancouver

Fly to

Melbourne

Route

Depart

Return

Price

VancouverMelbourne

YVR - MEL

YVRMEL

Vancouver Intl

Wed 11/6

5:40 p.m.-9:20 p.m.

2 stops34h 40m

Melbourne

Wed 18/6

12:25 p.m.-7:00 a.m.

2 stops35h 35m

C$ 1,341

VancouverMelbourne

YVR - MEL

YVRMEL

Vancouver Intl

Sat 11/10

10:20 p.m.-1:00 p.m.

1 stop20h 40m

Melbourne

Sat 25/10

2:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m.

1 stop18h 00m

C$ 1,627

VancouverMelbourne

YVR - MEL

YVRMEL

Vancouver Intl

Wed 11/6

12:00 p.m.-8:15 a.m.

2 stops27h 15m

Melbourne

Wed 18/6

9:30 a.m.-1:53 p.m.

1 stop21h 23m

C$ 1,768

VancouverMelbourne

YVR - MEL

YVRMEL

Vancouver Intl

Tue 5/8

8:55 p.m.-10:50 a.m.

1 stop20h 55m

Melbourne

Thu 28/8

8:35 a.m.-2:05 p.m.

1 stop22h 30m

C$ 1,778

VancouverMelbourne

YVR - MEL

YVRMEL

Vancouver Intl

Tue 2/9

2:00 a.m.-10:40 a.m.

1 stop39h 40m

Melbourne

Sun 14/9

9:50 p.m.-7:45 p.m.

1 stop38h 55m

C$ 1,843

VancouverMelbourne

YVR - AVV

YVRAVV

Vancouver Intl

Sat 6/9

10:20 p.m.-4:05 p.m.

2 stops24h 45m

Melbourne Avalon

Sat 13/9

6:00 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

2 stops25h 30m

C$ 1,875

VancouverMelbourne

YVR - MEL

YVRMEL

Vancouver Intl

Tue 10/6

12:40 a.m.-6:30 a.m.

1 stop36h 50m

Melbourne

Wed 18/6

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

1 stop26h 45m

C$ 1,887

VancouverMelbourne

YVR - AVV

YVRAVV

Vancouver Intl

Wed 28/5

10:20 p.m.-8:15 p.m.

1 stop28h 55m

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 4/6

10:35 a.m.-12:04 a.m.

2 stops30h 29m

C$ 1,894

VancouverMelbourne

YVR - MEL

YVRMEL

Vancouver Intl

Sun 21/9

12:30 a.m.-10:15 p.m.

1 stop28h 45m

Melbourne

Tue 14/10

3:25 p.m.-9:25 p.m.

1 stop24h 00m

C$ 1,914

VancouverMelbourne

YVR - MEL

YVRMEL

Vancouver Intl

Sat 11/10

8:45 a.m.-6:45 a.m.

1 stop28h 00m

Melbourne

Sun 26/10

12:00 p.m.-2:48 p.m.

1 stop20h 48m

C$ 1,922

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Best time to book a flight from Vancouver to Melbourne

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Vancouver to Melbourne

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 25 April 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 20 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 29 April 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 29 April 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with China Airlines, Fiji Airways and Air New Zealand 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.
China Airlines
8.3
Very good
729 reviews
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Crew

8.5

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver
China Airlines
8.3
Very good
729 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very good
729 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
190 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very good
729 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
471 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very good
729 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
828 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very good
729 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
852 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very good
729 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver

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 Fiji Airways is currently your cheapest option to Melbourne, with prices starting at C$ 1,627. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by WestJet Encore and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at C$ 1,757 and C$ 1,767, respectively. You may be able to fly from Vancouver to Melbourne for 6% 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$ 751. Users have also found prices from C$ 897 and C$ 987 on Air New Zealand and Philippine Airlines, 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$ 46 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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Fiji AirwaysCheapestC$ 1,018AverageC$ 1,461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,267AverageC$ 1,780FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 1,324AverageC$ 1,840FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestC$ 1,345AverageC$ 1,720FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,396AverageC$ 2,329FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Air New ZealandCheapestC$ 1,422AverageC$ 1,726FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Japan AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,846AverageC$ 2,250FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Cathay PacificCheapestC$ 1,879AverageC$ 2,037FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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