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$1,436+ Cheap flights from Columbus to Melbourne

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 9/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — MEL
Apr 7 — Apr 141
Mon 4/7
Mon 4/14
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (C01) 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 April 2, 2025.

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$1,436
(Gurufare)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,644
From Columbus to Melbourne
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 2, 2025.

This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/284:26 pmCMH - MEL
1 stop22h 34mQantas Airways
Sun 10/129:45 amMEL - CMH
1 stop22h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/1$1,436
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Sun 9/284:40 pmCMH - MEL
2 stops25h 35mUnited Airlines
Sun 10/1210:30 amMEL - CMH
2 stops26h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/1$1,449
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/282:00 pmCMH - MEL
2 stops36h 50mQatar Airways
Mon 5/53:15 pmMEL - CMH
2 stops60h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/1$1,553
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Sun 9/289:20 amCMH - MEL
3 stops36h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/127:00 amMEL - CMH
3 stops28h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/1$1,691
This StudentUniverse deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 StudentUniverse is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/77:57 pmCMH - MEL
2 stops36h 18mCathay Pacific
Sun 10/1212:45 amMEL - CMH
2 stops38h 26mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/1$1,702
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Mon 4/144:56 pmCMH - MEL
2 stops24h 34mAir New Zealand
Sat 5/36:55 pmMEL - CMH
2 stops42h 46mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/1$1,708
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Mon 10/209:20 amCMH - MEL
3 stops36h 45mAir Canada
Sat 10/257:00 amMEL - CMH
3 stops28h 43mAir Canada
Deal found 4/1$1,732
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Mon 10/209:20 amCMH - AVV
3 stops43h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/258:55 pmAVV - CMH
3 stops57h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/1$1,786
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/87:35 amCMH - MEL
3 stops69h 50mTurkish Airlines
Mon 10/1310:20 pmMEL - CMH
3 stops57h 51mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/1$2,129
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/285:57 pmCMH - AVV
2 stops30h 13mQantas Airways
Mon 5/58:55 pmAVV - CMH
2 stops36h 18mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/1$2,317

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus to Melbourne 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 April 2, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to Melbourne that are best for you.

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ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - MEL

CMHMEL

Columbus

Sun 9/28

4:26 pm-5:00 am

1 stop22h 34m

Melbourne

Sun 10/12

9:45 am-4:55 pm

1 stop22h 10m

$1,436

ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - MEL

CMHMEL

Columbus

Sun 9/28

4:40 pm-8:15 am

2 stops25h 35m

Melbourne

Sun 10/12

10:30 am-9:50 pm

2 stops26h 20m

$1,449

ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - MEL

CMHMEL

Columbus

Mon 4/28

2:00 pm-4:50 pm

2 stops36h 50m

Melbourne

Mon 5/5

3:15 pm-1:20 pm

2 stops60h 05m

$1,553

ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - MEL

CMHMEL

Columbus

Sun 9/28

9:20 am-11:25 am

3 stops36h 05m

Melbourne

Sun 10/12

7:00 am-8:43 pm

3 stops28h 43m

$1,691

ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - MEL

CMHMEL

Columbus

Mon 4/14

4:56 pm-7:30 am

2 stops24h 34m

Melbourne

Sat 5/3

6:55 pm-11:41 pm

2 stops42h 46m

$1,708

ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - AVV

CMHAVV

Columbus

Mon 4/28

5:57 pm-2:10 pm

2 stops30h 13m

Melbourne Avalon

Mon 5/5

8:55 pm-7:13 pm

2 stops36h 18m

$2,317

ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - MEL

CMHMEL

Columbus

Wed 7/23

9:20 am-11:35 am

3 stops36h 15m

Melbourne

Thu 8/28

8:45 pm-8:38 pm

3 stops37h 53m

$2,434

ColumbusMelbourne

CMH - AVV

CMHAVV

Columbus

Sun 5/4

9:20 am-4:05 pm

3 stops40h 45m

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 6/10

8:55 pm-3:33 pm

3 stops56h 38m

$2,554

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Melbourne

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Melbourne (average of $1,071). Flying from Columbus to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,774). 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 CMH to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus 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 April 2, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Columbus to Melbourne in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 10% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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 1.2 - 2.4 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.4 in. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

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 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 46.4 F).

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 April 2, 2025.
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
458 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
458 reviews
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
458 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
813 reviews
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
458 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,540 reviews
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
458 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,615 reviews
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
458 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.
Air Canada
7.0
Good
9,022 reviews
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
458 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Columbus 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 Columbus to Melbourne round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Columbus to Melbourne round-trip from $1,436. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $1,449, and Qatar Airways, from $1,553. Qantas Airways is currently priced 22% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus 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 Columbus to Melbourne?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Melbourne (average of $1,071). Flying from Columbus to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,774). 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 Columbus to Melbourne

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Columbus to Melbourne. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 2, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$1,161Average$1,657FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,322Average$1,889FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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