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$1,478+ Cheap flights from Durham, NC to Melbourne (MEL)

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 8/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — MEL
Apr 7 — Apr 141
Mon 4/7
Mon 4/14
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Durham to Melbourne are usually found in August or July, booked 63 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Durham to Melbourne

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$1,478
(Air Canada)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$2,461
From Durham to Melbourne
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Cheapest flights from Durham to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Durham to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 2, 2025.

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.
Tue 8/128:30 amRDU - MEL
2 stops37h 05mAir Canada
Thu 8/288:45 pmMEL - RDU
2 stops38h 59mAir Canada
Deal found 4/1$1,478
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.
Sun 6/16:30 amRDU - MEL
2 stops38h 20mAir New Zealand
Sun 6/88:35 amMEL - RDU
2 stops37h 26mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/1$1,496
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Wed 5/147:00 amRDU - MEL
3 stops38h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/106:00 amMEL - RDU
3 stops28h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$1,516
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 6/13:43 pmRDU - MEL
1 stop23h 17mQantas Airways
Sun 6/83:05 pmMEL - RDU
1 stop21h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/1$1,530
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 5/259:12 amRDU - MEL
1 stop33h 03mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/89:30 amMEL - RDU
2 stops26h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/1$1,531
This Ovago 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/65:05 pmRDU - MEL
2 stops33h 20mQatar Airways
Thu 11/1311:30 pmMEL - RDU
2 stops39h 37mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/1$1,646
This Turkish 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/98:55 amRDU - MEL
3 stops44h 30mTurkish Airlines
Mon 9/19:20 pmMEL - RDU
3 stops38h 54mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/1$1,668
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 10/69:43 amRDU - MEL
2 stops35h 32mCathay Pacific
Tue 10/1412:45 amMEL - RDU
2 stops31h 33mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/1$1,747
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.
Thu 11/68:35 amRDU - MEL
3 stops41h 35mSingapore Airlines
Thu 11/134:40 pmMEL - RDU
3 stops46h 27mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 4/1$2,122

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Durham 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 Durham to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.

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RaleighMelbourne

RDU - MEL

RDUMEL

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 8/12

8:30 am-11:35 am

2 stops37h 05m

Melbourne

Thu 8/28

8:45 pm-9:44 pm

2 stops38h 59m

$1,478

RaleighMelbourne

RDU - MEL

RDUMEL

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 6/1

6:30 am-10:50 am

2 stops38h 20m

Melbourne

Sun 6/8

8:35 am-8:01 am

2 stops37h 26m

$1,496

RaleighMelbourne

RDU - MEL

RDUMEL

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 5/14

7:00 am-11:35 am

3 stops38h 35m

Melbourne

Tue 6/10

6:00 am-8:23 pm

3 stops28h 23m

$1,516

RaleighMelbourne

RDU - MEL

RDUMEL

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 6/1

3:43 pm-5:00 am

1 stop23h 17m

Melbourne

Sun 6/8

3:05 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop21h 10m

$1,530

RaleighMelbourne

RDU - MEL

RDUMEL

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 5/25

9:12 am-8:15 am

1 stop33h 03m

Melbourne

Sun 6/8

9:30 am-9:35 pm

2 stops26h 05m

$1,531

RaleighMelbourne

RDU - MEL

RDUMEL

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 4/26

6:09 pm-4:50 pm

2 stops32h 41m

Melbourne

Sun 5/4

3:15 pm-11:51 pm

2 stops46h 36m

$1,667

RaleighMelbourne

RDU - MEL

RDUMEL

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 8/9

8:55 am-7:25 pm

3 stops44h 30m

Melbourne

Mon 9/1

9:20 pm-10:14 pm

3 stops38h 54m

$1,668

RaleighMelbourne

RDU - MEL

RDUMEL

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 5/12

7:48 pm-10:15 pm

2 stops36h 27m

Melbourne

Mon 6/9

11:45 pm-7:49 pm

2 stops34h 04m

$8,976

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 4/1

Best time to book a flight from Durham to Melbourne

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Melbourne from Durham with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Durham to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on March 28, 2025.

Booking 63 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Durham to Melbourne Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durham to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,071). Flying from Durham to Melbourne Airport 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 DU8 to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Durham 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.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Durham to Melbourne Airport as you normally would.

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 Airport 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 Airport 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 Airport, 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

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.2

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

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.2

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

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.2

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.
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
841 reviews
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
458 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.2

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

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.2

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
8,616 reviews
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
458 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.2

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durham to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,071). Flying from Durham to Melbourne Airport 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 4 airlines flying from Durham to Melbourne

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Durham 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$1,580FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,255Average$1,918FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,395Average$2,332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,516Average$1,940FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%

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