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Flights from Tokyo to Melbourne

Nonstop flights from Tokyo (NRT) to Melbourne (MEL) take about 10h 43m (8,179 km). Qantas and Japan Airlines fly it. Lowest fare seen: $591 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Melbourne

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

Qantas Boeing 737-800 aircraft taking off into the cloudy sky at Melbourne Airport. — arriving in Melbourne

Airport transfer

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Airlines flying Tokyo to Melbourne

Carriers on NRT–MEL according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Qantasnonstop fare seen✈ Japan Airlinesnonstop fare seen

Tokyo to Melbourne fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Dec 2026, from $591 one-way. With stops: Dec 2026, from $345. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$79123 Oct 2026 · Japan Airlines$351 · 1 stop29 Oct 2026
Nov 2026$6535 Nov 2026 · Qantas$349 · 1 stop13 Nov 2026
Dec 2026$59117 Dec 2026 · Qantas$345 · 1 stop14 Dec 2026
Jan 2027$117111 Jan 2027 · Qantas$576 · 2 stops11 Jan 2027
Feb 2027$76628 Feb 2027 · Qantas$361 · 1 stop28 Feb 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $349 for November 2026, $345 at best after that.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 5 of 5 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Tokyo to Melbourne, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Melbourne

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Best monthsGoodAvoid if possible

Spring (Sept–Nov) and autumn (Mar–May) are ideal across most of Australia. Summers in the interior are extremely hot; northern Australia (tropical north) is best during dry season (May–Oct).

Peak season: September – November, March – May

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Frequently asked questions — Tokyo to Melbourne flights

How long is the flight from Tokyo to Melbourne?
A nonstop flight from Tokyo (NRT) to Melbourne (MEL) takes about 10h 43m, covering 8,179 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is Tokyo from Melbourne by air?
The great-circle distance between Narita International Airport and Melbourne Airport is 8,179 km (5,082 miles), a ultra long-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Tokyo to Melbourne?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the NRT–MEL route include Qantas and Japan Airlines. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Tokyo to Melbourne cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on NRT–MEL was $591 USD with Qantas (nonstop), departing 17 Dec 2026, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Tokyo to Melbourne?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in December 2026 were cheapest, from $345 one-way, against $576 for January 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Tokyo to Melbourne?
In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $345 with one stop against $591 nonstop, a saving of $246. Nonstop saves the connection time.
Do I need a visa to travel from Japan to Australia?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Australia visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.
What is the best time to visit Melbourne?
Spring (Sept–Nov) and autumn (Mar–May) are ideal across most of Australia. Summers in the interior are extremely hot; northern Australia (tropical north) is best during dry season (May–Oct).

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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