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$1,100+ Cheap flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Houston

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — HOU
Apr 2 — Apr 91
Wed 4/2
Wed 4/9
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Houston are usually found in February or March, booked 23 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Houston

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to Houston (HO1). 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 March 28, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,100
(Orbitz)

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December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,089
From Melbourne to Houston
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Houston
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Houston. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/266:00 amMEL - IAH
2 stops27h 43mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/284:25 pmIAH - MEL
2 stops29h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$1,100
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/118:35 amMEL - IAH
1 stop22h 40mAir New Zealand
Sun 5/189:55 pmIAH - MEL
1 stop21h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 3/27$1,113
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/177:10 amMEL - IAH
2 stops24h 17mAir Canada
Wed 10/224:35 pmIAH - MEL
2 stops27h 30mAir Canada
Deal found 3/27$1,151
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/179:45 amMEL - IAH
1 stop25h 41mQantas Airways
Wed 10/222:34 pmIAH - MEL
1 stop22h 26mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/27$1,193
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/2610:55 amMEL - IAH
1 stop22h 55mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/282:40 pmIAH - MEL
1 stop26h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$1,314
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/319:20 amMEL - IAH
2 stops24h 21mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/27:56 pmIAH - MEL
2 stops23h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$1,554
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/113:05 pmMEL - HOU
1 stop23h 53mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/188:16 pmHOU - MEL
2 stops22h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$1,668
This Fiji Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Fiji Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/1212:55 pmMEL - HOU
2 stops24h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 4/196:31 pmHOU - MEL
2 stops26h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$1,787
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/1612:35 amMEL - IAH
2 stops33h 14mSingapore Airlines
Wed 10/226:55 pmIAH - MEL
2 stops45h 30mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 3/27$1,859
This Virgin Australia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Virgin Australia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/2910:30 amMEL - IAH
1 stop24h 11mVirgin Australia
Fri 4/255:00 amIAH - MEL
1 stop36h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 3/27$1,968
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/269:00 amMEL - HOU
2 stops21h 57mQantas Airways
Tue 10/286:43 pmHOU - MEL
1 stop42h 17mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/27$2,216
This Globehunters deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Globehunters is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/2812:45 amMEL - IAH
2 stops58h 31mCathay Pacific
Fri 4/257:46 pmIAH - MEL
2 stops59h 29mCathay Pacific
Deal found 3/27$2,889

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Houston that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to Houston that are best for you.

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Melbourne

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Houston

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Depart

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Price

MelbourneHouston

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Tue 8/26

6:00 am-6:43 pm

2 stops27h 43m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 10/28

4:25 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops29h 40m

$1,100

MelbourneHouston

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Sun 5/11

8:35 am-4:15 pm

1 stop22h 40m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 5/18

9:55 pm-10:50 am

1 stop21h 55m

$1,113

MelbourneHouston

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Tue 8/26

10:55 am-6:50 pm

1 stop22h 55m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 10/28

2:40 pm-9:00 am

1 stop26h 20m

$1,314

MelbourneHouston

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Wed 4/23

3:05 pm-7:41 pm

1 stop19h 36m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 6/4

12:18 pm-5:00 am

1 stop25h 42m

$1,325

MelbourneHouston

MEL - HOU

MELHOU

Melbourne

Sun 5/11

3:05 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop23h 53m

Houston Hobby

Sun 5/18

8:16 pm-10:05 am

2 stops22h 49m

$1,668

MelbourneHouston

MEL - HOU

MELHOU

Melbourne

Sat 4/12

12:55 pm-10:40 pm

2 stops24h 45m

Houston Hobby

Sat 4/19

6:31 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops26h 44m

$1,787

MelbourneHouston

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Tue 8/26

6:00 am-10:07 pm

3 stops31h 07m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 10/28

12:05 pm-1:05 pm

3 stops33h 00m

$2,081

MelbourneHouston

MEL - HOU

MELHOU

Melbourne

Tue 8/26

9:00 am-3:57 pm

2 stops21h 57m

Houston Hobby

Tue 10/28

6:43 pm-5:00 am

1 stop42h 17m

$2,216

MelbourneHouston

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Tue 8/26

10:55 pm-4:50 pm

1 stop32h 55m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 10/28

7:55 pm-5:40 pm

1 stop29h 45m

$4,194

MelbourneHouston

MEL - IAH

MELIAH

Melbourne

Sun 5/4

11:45 pm-11:22 pm

2 stops38h 37m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 6/8

7:55 pm-10:15 pm

2 stops35h 20m

$5,764

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Deals found on 3/27

Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Houston

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne Airport to Houston

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Houston?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Melbourne to Houston. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Houston is 23 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Houston?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Houston (average of $230). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Houston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $334). 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 MEL to HOU?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Houston. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 28, 2025.

When flying from Melbourne Airport to Houston, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 33% versus a flight at noon.

Rainfall in Houston by month

Plan your trip to Houston by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Houston ranges from 3.2 - 5.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.9 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Houston when rainfall is around 3.2 in.

Temperature in Houston by month

Plan your trip to Houston by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Houston, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 84.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 53.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Houston

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Houston. 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 Houston. Reviews last updated March 28, 2025.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,190 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,190 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,190 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
455 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,190 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
811 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,190 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
837 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,190 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,603 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,190 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Houston. 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 Melbourne Airport to Houston round-trip?

    Currently priced at $1,113, Air New Zealand will fly you from Melbourne Airport to Houston and back. In addition to Air New Zealand, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and Qantas Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,314 and $1,325, respectively. Air New Zealand is 15% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Houston that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to Houston flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Houston?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to Houston.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Houston?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Houston 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 Melbourne Airport to Houston?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Houston (average of $230). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Houston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $334). 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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Top 2 airlines flying from Melbourne to Houston

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$953Average$1,538FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,160Average$1,335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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