£575 Cheap Flights from Rome (ROME) to Melbourne (MELA)

Q: How many airports are there in Melbourne?

There are 3 airports in Melbourne: Melbourne Essendon, Melbourne Tullamarine and Melbourne Avalon.

Q: How much are return flights from Rome to Melbourne?

The best price we found for a return flight from Rome to Melbourne is £575. 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.

Q: Which airlines fly direct from Rome to Melbourne?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Rome to Melbourne. But we found flights with one or more stops from £575.

Q: How many flights are there a week from Rome to Melbourne?

As of June 2025, there are no flights flying from Rome to Melbourne.

Q: When is the cheapest time to fly from Rome to Melbourne?

The cheapest month to fly from Rome to Melbourne is usually June 2025.

Q: Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Melbourne?

If you're flying from Rome, 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 £575 .

Q: Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Rome to Melbourne on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Rome to Melbourne on Saturday, 28 June 2025 .

Q: Can I get a direct flight from Rome to Melbourne?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Rome and Melbourne. Most routes have one or more stops.

Q: How can I get the best flight deal from Rome to Melbourne?

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.

Q: When is the best time to book flights to Melbourne?

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.

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Rome to Melbourne? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Melbourne.£575 per passenger.Departing Sat, 28 Jun, returning Thu, 31 Jul.Return flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Sat, 28 Jun, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Thu, 31 Jul, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Price includes taxes and charges.From £575, select.

Melbourne.£577 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Jun, returning Fri, 1 Aug.Return flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Thu, 12 Jun, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 1 Aug, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Price includes taxes and charges.From £577, select.

Melbourne.£606 per passenger.Departing Mon, 3 Nov, returning Wed, 12 Nov.Return flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Mon, 3 Nov, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 12 Nov, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Price includes taxes and charges.From £606, select.

Melbourne.£697 per passenger.Departing Mon, 20 Oct, returning Fri, 31 Oct.Return flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Mon, 20 Oct, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 31 Oct, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Price includes taxes and charges.From £697, select.

Melbourne.£712 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Jun, returning Thu, 12 Jun.Return flight with Sichuan Airlines and Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Thu, 5 Jun, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Thu, 12 Jun, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Price includes taxes and charges.From £712, select.

Melbourne.£714 per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Jun, returning Sat, 18 Oct.Return flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Mon, 16 Jun, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 18 Oct, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Price includes taxes and charges.From £714, select.

Melbourne.£730 per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Sep, returning Sun, 21 Sep.Return flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Mon, 8 Sep, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 21 Sep, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Price includes taxes and charges.From £730, select.

Melbourne.£743 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Sep, returning Wed, 15 Oct.Return flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Wed, 24 Sep, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 15 Oct, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Price includes taxes and charges.From £743, select.

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Flying from Rome to Melbourne: what you need to know

There are a couple of main airports you can start your journey from in Rome. Check out your options departing from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) when reserving your flight from Rome to Melbourne.
Hop off the plane at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), the major arrival point in Melbourne.
Melbourne is ten hours ahead of Rome and observes the UTC+11 timezone.
Leave enough time to make your Rome to Melbourne flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.

How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Melbourne

Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap Rome to Melbourne flight. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your plane ticket from Rome to Melbourne.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a better deal comes up on cheap flights from Rome to Melbourne.
Tailor your travel plans using filters. Select your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' Rome to Melbourne flights.

Flying from Rome

Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and maybe even tour another city. When searching for Rome to Melbourne flights leaving from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
- Changi International Airport (SIN)
- Dubai Airport (DXB)
- Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
FCO is around 14 miles from central Rome. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 50 minutes.
After a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Rome to Melbourne or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
70.57% of flights departing from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport reach their destination on time.

Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)

You can get to CIA from the centre of Rome in about 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to travel the 9 miles or so.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Rome to Melbourne, stay in one of these hotels close to Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport:
73.18% of all departures from Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport make it to their destination as expected.

Arriving in Melbourne

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is approximately 12 miles from central Melbourne. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 30 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 40 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Rome to Melbourne. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MEL instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt to explore Melbourne and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around four weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.

Avalon Airport (AVV)

After your flight from Rome to Melbourne has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in around 50 minutes by car. Central Melbourne is approximately 30 miles from Avalon Airport (AVV).
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 2 hours 5 minutes or so.
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with an Avalon Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Sixt, Kangaroo Rental or yesaway car hire and set off in the blink of an eye.
Lock in the best price by booking your ride from AVV three weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a wider range of vehicles.

Essendon Airport (MEB)

Essendon Airport (MEB) is roughly 7 miles from central Melbourne. It'll take you about 25 minutes to reach the city centre in a cab or ride-share once you've stepped off your flight from Rome to Melbourne.
Public transport can take you there in around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Whether you're searching for a zippy compact just for you or a spacious SUV to fit everyone and their gear, you'll find the ideal Essendon Airport rental car for your needs. Explore wheels available here from names such as East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar.
If you prefer a specific type of vehicle, booking early increases your chances of getting your first choice. Book your ride from MEB at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from Rome to Melbourne.

Best time to go to Melbourne

January is the busiest month for flights from Rome to Melbourne. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Melbourne in April.
Lock in a Rome to Melbourne ticket departing in January if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Melbourne to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap flights from Rome to Melbourne in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) on average.

More about Melbourne

Start your Melbourne trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Rome to Melbourne, explore our selection of hotels including:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Federation Square, National Gallery of Victoria and Eureka Skydeck 88 are attractions you won't want to skip in Melbourne.

Explore more of Australia

Melbourne will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Australia you'll want to see. About 290 miles north-east of Melbourne, a trip to Canberra will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
Geelong is another standout destination in Australia and is around 40 miles south-west of Melbourne. No journey is complete without visiting Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre.