Cheap flights to Australia

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23 nights in Melbourne, departing London Heathrow on 10 / Sep / 2025 with China Southern Airlines (price found 12 hours ago)

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G’day, mate. Looking for a trip of a lifetime? Now, there’s nowhere like Australia - but you know that. The glorious sunshine, stunning beaches and laid-back vibe of the coast make for a perfect pairing with the urban metropoles of its vibrant cities. Whether you’re touching down in sunny Sydney or lively Perth, Australia is always an ideal getaway. Let loose in the big city or go crazy in the outback - you get the best of both worlds out here. Australia’s waiting, so find your next cheap flight to Australia and get out there!

Key facts about Australia be in the know

Capital

Canberra

Currency

Australian dollar

Language

English

Timezone

5-11.5 hrs ahead of GMT

Population

24,120,000

Most popular airports to fly into in Australia

Top ranking cities in Australia
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Flights to Melbourne
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Flights to Perth
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from £1,016 pp
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Sydney

Flights to Sydney

from £580 pp

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Melbourne

Flights to Melbourne

from £575 pp

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Perth

Flights to Perth

from £893 pp

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Brisbane

Flights to Brisbane

from £858 pp

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Adelaide

Flights to Adelaide

from £876 pp

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Cairns

Flights to Cairns

from £1,016 pp

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Australia in small pieces

regions within Australia
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Northern Territory flights
from £965 pp
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Queensland flights
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South Australia flights
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Tasmania flights
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Victoria flights
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Western Australia flights
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Auckland New Zealand
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from £725 pp

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Christchurch New Zealand
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from £1,077 pp

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Wellington New Zealand
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from £1,029 pp

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Nadi Fiji
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from £910 pp

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Queenstown New Zealand New Zealand
cheap flights to Queenstown New Zealand

from £1,215 pp

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Papeete French Polynesia
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from £1,217 pp

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Dunedin New Zealand
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from £1,479 pp

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Nelson New Zealand
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from £1,452 pp

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Rarotonga Cook Islands
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from £1,590 pp

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Blenheim New Zealand
cheap flights to Blenheim

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Napier New Zealand
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New Plymouth New Zealand
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Australia flight facts

good to know before you fly

How much is it to fly to Australia?

£ 694

If you see flights for this price or less, you've found a bargain – so get booking.

Which airports fly to Australia?

  • London Heathrow
  • Manchester
  • Edinburgh
  • Glasgow
  • Birmingham

You can fly to Australia from any of these UK airports.

When is the best time to book cheap flights?

2 weeks

It's best to book this far in advance if you want cheap flights to Australia.

What are the cheapest airlines?

These airlines usually offer the cheapest flights to Australia.

What airlines fly direct to Australia?

These airlines fly straight to Australia without stopping.

What airlines fly indirectly?

You can fly to Australia with these airlines, but you'll have at least one layover.

When is the cheapest time to fly?

  • July

Flights to Australia are generally cheaper at this time of year. Or you could get a deal by booking your flight last minute.

When is high season?

  • December

This is the most popular time of year to visit Australia, so flights are more expensive.

How long should I stay in Australia?

21 days

On average, people spend this amount of time in Australia.

How long is the flight to Australia?

16 hrs 55 mins

The shortest flight is from London Heathrow (LHR) to Perth (PER) with Qantas, but other routes may take longer.

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What you need to know before flying to Australia

in a nutshell

If you want cheap flights to Australia, try to go during July when prices are often at their lowest. At the other spectrum, prices soar in December, as this is a very popular time to visit Australia.

Every week, 15,660 direct or indirect flights from the UK touchdown in Australia. To get the best deal, look at flights going to Melbourne (MEL) as this, on average, is the cheapest airport to fly into. Use our filters to customise your search – if you look by month, you'll be able to see the cheapest day of the week to fly.

In total, 30 airlines fly to Australia, with Emirates being the most popular. On average, China Southern Airlines offers the lowest prices – the cheapest price for flights to Australia is currently £575. Take a look at our deals to find the best flight for you.

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