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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Zurich to Melbourne? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Melbourne.$1,447 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Jun, returning Wed, 11 Jun.Return flight with easyJet and China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Zurich on Wed, 4 Jun, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 11 Jun, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,447, select.
Melbourne.$1,548 per passenger.Departing Mon, 12 May, returning Sat, 24 May.Return flight with Etihad Airways and AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Zurich on Mon, 12 May, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 24 May, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,548, select.
Melbourne.$1,681 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Sep, returning Thu, 18 Sep.Return flight with Turkish Airlines and Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Zurich on Thu, 11 Sep, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Avalon on Thu, 18 Sep, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,681, select.
Melbourne.$1,804 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Jun, returning Mon, 1 Sep.Return flight with Thai Airways and Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Thai Airways, departs from Zurich on Thu, 5 Jun, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 1 Sep, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,804, select.
Melbourne.$1,852 per passenger.Departing Mon, 12 May, returning Wed, 22 Oct.Return flight with Singapore Airlines and AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Zurich on Mon, 12 May, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 22 Oct, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,852, select.
Melbourne.$2,002 per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Oct, returning Sat, 8 Nov.Return flight with Malaysia Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Zurich on Thu, 23 Oct, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 8 Nov, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,002, select.
Melbourne.$2,002 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Dec, returning Tue, 3 Feb.Return flight with Malaysia Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Zurich on Mon, 1 Dec, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 3 Feb, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,002, select.
Melbourne.$2,002 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Dec, returning Sat, 31 Jan.Return flight with Malaysia Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Zurich on Mon, 1 Dec, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 31 Jan, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,002, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Melbourne

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Zurich to Melbourne flights are currently cheapest in June.
Apr
from $2,789
May
from $1,548
Jun
from $1,447
Jul
from $2,286
Aug
from $2,149
Sep
from $1,681
Oct
from $2,411
Nov
from $2,022
Dec
from $2,265
Jan
from $2,119
Feb
from $2,054
Mar
from $2,308

Alternative Zurich to Melbourne routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Zurich to Melbourne? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Zurich to Melbourne: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$1,447
Cheapest month to flyJune

Finding cheap flights from Zurich to Melbourne: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Melbourne: Melbourne Essendon, Melbourne Tullamarine and Melbourne Avalon.
The best price we found for a return flight from Zurich to Melbourne is $1,447. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Zurich to Melbourne. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,447.
As of April 2025, there are no flights flying from Zurich to Melbourne.
The cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Melbourne is usually April 2025.
If you're flying from Zurich Airport, the cheapest airport near Melbourne is Melbourne Tullamarine – which is 18.8 km away from the centre of Melbourne. We've found flights into this airport from $1,447.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Zurich Airport to Melbourne on Wednesday, 4 June 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Zurich Airport and Melbourne. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Melbourne but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Melbourne is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 15°C. February is typically the warmest month in Melbourne, when it usually averages around 26°C. You can expect the least rain in March. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 5°C. The rainiest month is September.
Currently, easyJet offers the cheapest flight tickets to Melbourne.

Travelling from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Melbourne: what you need to know

  • Melbourne is 10 hours ahead of Zurich, where Zurich Airport is located. Melbourne operates on the UTC+11 timezone.

  • For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from ZRH to Melbourne.

  • During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.

  • If you have a passport from Switzerland, you will need an e-visa to enter Australia. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Zurich Airport to Melbourne for tourism purposes. The rules may differ if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check official visa guidelines before you make travel plans and certainly before you fly.

  • The journey from central Zurich to ZRH takes approximately 1 hour and 35 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 19 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • After an easy start to your journey? Stay near ZRH. Whether you're catching an early flight from Zurich Airport to Melbourne or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:

How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Melbourne

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Zurich Airport to Melbourne is $666. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,447. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • It's often best to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from ZRH to Melbourne. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the departure date.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Zurich Airport to Melbourne throughout the entire month. It's the best way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.

  • Finding a cheap ticket from ZRH to Melbourne couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as the price has fallen.

  • Play around with the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Zurich Airport to Melbourne, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.

Airports in Melbourne

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne is about 28 minutes by car. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.

  • It typically takes 42 minutes to get there by public transport.

  • Consider booking a hotel close to MEL if you're catching a late flight from Zurich Airport to Melbourne. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:

Avalon Airport (AVV)

  • Central Melbourne is around 56 kilometres from Avalon Airport (AVV). Once your flight from Zurich Airport to Melbourne has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 51 minutes.

  • You can also travel by public transport, which will take about 2 hours and 4 minutes.

  • Little River Bed and Breakfast is a comfortable accommodation option within an easy drive of AVV. Unpack your bags here after your flight from ZRH to Melbourne and then hang the 'Do not disturb' sign to get some rest.

Best time to go to Melbourne

  • July is the most popular month to catch a flight from Zurich Airport to Melbourne while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Melbourne, consider your preferred travel pace and style.

  • Lock in your flight from Zurich Airport to Melbourne for January to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 12ºC to 29ºC.

  • If you like cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from ZRH to Melbourne in July when temperatures average between 4ºC and 13ºC.

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