Cheap Flights from Porto (OPO) to Melbourne (MELA)

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Porto Airport to Melbourne? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £1,168. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Porto to Melbourne

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Porto to Melbourne flights are currently cheapest in May.

Alternative Porto to Melbourne routes

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

Porto to Melbourne: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£401
Cheapest month to flyMay

Finding cheap flights from Porto 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 Porto to Melbourne is £997. 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 Porto to Melbourne. But we found flights with one or more stops from £997.
As of April 2026, there are no flights flying from Porto to Melbourne.
The cheapest month to fly from Porto to Melbourne is usually August.
If you're flying from Porto Airport, the cheapest airport near Melbourne is Melbourne Tullamarine – which is 11.7 miles away from the centre of Melbourne. We've found flights into this airport from £997.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Porto Airport to Melbourne on Wednesday, 12 August 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Porto 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, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Melbourne.

Flying from Porto Airport (OPO) to Melbourne: what you need to know

  • Porto Airport is located in Porto. Following the UTC+11 timezone, Melbourne is 11 hours ahead of Porto.

  • For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your OPO to Melbourne flight.

  • During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.

  • The journey from central Porto to OPO takes about 50 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 11 kms (7 miles) in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Booked an early flight from Porto Airport to Melbourne? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to OPO:

  • 74.49% of flights departing from Porto Airport make it to their destination on time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Porto Airport (OPO) to Melbourne

  • £401 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Porto Airport to Melbourne flight. A return plane ticket starts from £997. These fares may change depending on availability.

  • Booking early is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from OPO to Melbourne. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.

  • If you can be flexible with your travel dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when searching for your Porto Airport to Melbourne ticket.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from OPO to Melbourne by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Porto Airport to Melbourne by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'

Airports in Melbourne

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • The distance from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne is roughly 24 kms (15 miles). It'll take you about 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 40 minutes.

  • If you have a late flight from Porto Airport to Melbourne, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near MEL:

  • Grab a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car and discover Melbourne and beyond with your own set of wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast and Sixt are top providers to choose from here.

  • To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from OPO to Melbourne.

Avalon Airport (AVV)

  • The centre of Melbourne is around 56 kms (35 miles) from Avalon Airport (AVV). After your flight from Porto Airport to Melbourne has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of about 50 minutes.

  • The journey will take about 2 hours 5 minutes on public transport.

  • There are some terrific accommodation options within a quick drive of AVV. Switch to relaxation mode at Corio Bay Motel after your OPO to Melbourne flight.

  • The fastest way to reach your destination is with an Avalon Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Sixt, Kangaroo Rental or yesaway car hire and get going in the blink of an eye.

  • Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from AVV three weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.

Essendon Airport (MEB)

  • Essendon Airport (MEB) is around 19 kms (12 miles) from the centre of Melbourne. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the city centre by taxi or ride-share once you've stepped off your flight from Porto Airport to Melbourne.

  • If you use public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 15 minutes.

  • If you don't want to make the journey into the centre, find a hotel near MEB. Check in to one of these stays after your OPO to Melbourne flight:

  • Whether you're searching for a budget-friendly compact for a solo escape or an SUV to transport your group, you'll find the ideal Essendon Airport rental car for you. Browse the types of wheels available from names such as East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar.

  • If you prefer a particular model or make, booking early gives you a better shot at getting your first choice. Secure your ride from MEB a few weeks ahead of your flight from Porto Airport to Melbourne.

Best time to go to Melbourne

  • Visit Melbourne during high season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book flights from Porto Airport to Melbourne during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.

  • Before locking in your Porto Airport to Melbourne plane ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. January is the warmest month in Melbourne, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 29ºC.

  • For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from OPO to Melbourne in July when temperatures average between 4ºC and 13ºC.

More about Melbourne

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Melbourne right here. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from Porto Airport to Melbourne:

  • National Gallery of Victoria and Federation Square are just the start of the top-rated attractions to put on your Melbourne must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Eureka Skydeck 88.

Explore more of Australia

  • You've visited Melbourne, now it's time to discover more of Australia. Journey around 290 miles north-east to Canberra to tick off its top sights. From Australian War Memorial to National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House, your itinerary will be busy.

  • Around 280 miles south-east of Melbourne, Launceston is another favourite stop in Australia. Start your sightseeing at City Park, Tamar Island Wetlands and James Boag Brewery Experience.

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