$51 Cheap flights to Australia

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Cheap flights to Australia from $51 One Way, $102 Round Trip

$102 return flights and $51 one-way flights to Australia were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Tue, Mar 16 - Wed, Mar 17

AVV

Melbourne

SYD

Sydney

$102

Roundtrip

found 4 days ago

Fri, Jan 22 - Fri, Jan 29

AVV

Melbourne

ADL

Adelaide

$108

Roundtrip

found 1 day ago

Tue, Feb 9 - Tue, Feb 16

MEL

Melbourne

HBA

Hobart

$123

Roundtrip

found 1 day ago

Tue, Mar 16 - Wed, Mar 17

MEL

Melbourne

WSI

Sydney

$125

Roundtrip

found 4 days ago

Tue, Feb 9 - Wed, Feb 10

BNE

Brisbane

SYD

Sydney

$129

Roundtrip

found 2 days ago

Fri, Jan 22 - Fri, Jan 29

MEL

Melbourne

ADL

Adelaide

$132

Roundtrip

found 1 day ago

Sun, Apr 4 - Sat, Apr 24

LAX

Los Angeles

SYD

Sydney

$785

Roundtrip

found 4 days ago

Tue, Mar 23 - Mon, Mar 29

LAX

Los Angeles

OOL

Gold Coast

$874

Roundtrip

found 4 days ago

Wed, Mar 31 - Sun, Apr 11

LAX

Los Angeles

BNE

Brisbane

$874

Roundtrip

found 4 days ago

Tue, Apr 20 - Sat, May 15

LAX

Los Angeles

ADL

Adelaide

$875

Roundtrip

found 5 days ago

Thu, Feb 18 - Thu, Feb 25

LAX

Los Angeles

CNS

Cairns

$875

Roundtrip

found 4 days ago

Sun, May 23 - Fri, May 28

LAX

Los Angeles

MEL

Melbourne

$898

Roundtrip

found 5 days ago

Deals For This Weekend's Flights

Origin	Destination	Travel Dates	Flights From*
AVV	Sydney	September 20 to September 21	$178
SYD	Cairns	September 20 to September 24	$215
SYD	Hobart	September 20 to September 25	$231
SYD	Gold Coast	September 19 to September 22	$237
SYD	Brisbane	September 20 to September 22	$241
SYD	Melbourne	September 20 to September 25	$271
MEL	Adelaide	September 19 to September 27	$288
MEL	Canberra	September 18 to September 28	$293
MEL	Brisbane	September 20 to September 22	$350
MEL	Gold Coast	September 20 to September 23	$416
SYD	Perth	September 18 to September 20	$588
SYD	Darwin	September 20 to September 26	$651
HKG	Melbourne	September 18 to September 23	$717
MEL	Perth	September 19 to September 26	$763
HKG	Sydney	September 18 to September 22	$799

*Prices include taxes and fees

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ibis budget Sydney Airport

5 Ross Smith Avenue Mascot NSW

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$83 nightly

$91 total

Sep 14 - Sep 15

Total with taxes and fees

Stay at this hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...

7.4/10 Good! (2,384 reviews)

"Value for money and a comfortable 10 minute walk to the Airport and train station."

Reviewed on Sep 12, 2026

Great Southern Hotel Melbourne

44 Spencer Street Melbourne VIC

$54 nightly

$59 total

Sep 15 - Sep 16

Total with taxes and fees

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8.2/10 Very Good! (2,490 reviews)

"first morning we were awaken by a loud knocks by the front desk that people down from us had a noise complaint. We had to get up early to get ready for a tour so us showering and getting ready was too loud. Floors were warped and cracking. A/C and Heater were not working. Leak by bathroom, carpet ..."

Reviewed on Sep 12, 2026

Ibis Budget Brisbane Airport

18 Navigator Place, Cnr. Nudgee Road Hendra QLD

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$102 nightly

$112 total

Sep 20 - Sep 21

Total with taxes and fees

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6.4/10 (1,000 reviews)

"Cheaper than the normal hotel, but still had all that was needed for a transit accommodation. Clean, accessible, and with friendly staff."

Reviewed on Sep 12, 2026

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ibis Budget Fawkner

1401 Sydney Road Fawkner VIC

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$62 nightly

$68 total

Sep 20 - Sep 21

Total with taxes and fees

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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Pegasus Apart'Hotel

206 A'Beckett Street Melbourne VIC

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$68 nightly

$76 total

Sep 17 - Sep 18

Total with taxes and fees

Stay at this aparthotel in Melbourne. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (8,586 reviews)

"Good location for main shopping malls and access to the tram system. Made good use of the pool and spa pool too. Overall we had an enjoyable stay here. Victoria Market nearby is a must see!"

Reviewed on Sep 10, 2026

Adabco Boutique Hotel Adelaide

223 Wakefield Street Adelaide SA

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$87 nightly

$87 total

Sep 20 - Sep 21

Total with taxes and fees

Stay at this hotel in Adelaide. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a business center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...

Meriton Suites Herschel Street, Brisbane

43 Herschel Street Brisbane QLD

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$108 nightly

$119 total

Sep 20 - Sep 21

Total with taxes and fees

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Meriton Suites Broadbeach, Gold Coast

2669 Gold Coast Highway Broadbeach QLD

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$124 nightly

$136 total

Sep 17 - Sep 18

Total with taxes and fees

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9.2/10 Wonderful! (4,675 reviews)

"The pool was wonderful. All the new technology was hard on this old person but I figured it out"

Reviewed on Sep 10, 2026

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Shangri-La Sydney

176 Cumberland Street The Rocks NSW

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$251 nightly

$276 total

Sep 14 - Sep 15

Total with taxes and fees

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9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,848 reviews)

"Great location to explore the city. Incredible views!!"

Reviewed on Sep 12, 2026

Hyatt Regency Sydney

161 Sussex Street Sydney NSW

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$175 nightly

$193 total

Sep 20 - Sep 21

Total with taxes and fees

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9/10 Wonderful! (2,165 reviews)

"Very clean and very helpful staff"

Reviewed on Sep 11, 2026

Four Seasons Hotel Sydney

199 George St. Sydney NSW

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$270 nightly

$297 total

Sep 20 - Sep 21

Total with taxes and fees

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YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites

252 Sussex Street Sydney NSW

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$117 nightly

$129 total

Oct 11 - Oct 12

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...

8.2/10 Very Good! (2,932 reviews)

"Great stay, central location. One of two elevators was down. Some days we had to wait a long time to get down to the lobby."

Reviewed on Sep 12, 2026

Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Family Friendly Hotels in Australia

Oaks Sunshine Coast Oasis Resort

2 Landsborough Parade Golden Beach QLD

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$130 nightly

$143 total

Sep 15 - Sep 16

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Sunshine Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (2,791 reviews)

Families like: Outdoor pool, waterslide, playground, miniature golf

Travelers say...

"Lovely setting looking over the pool and palms. The room is dated and needs some sprucing up. The curtains were disgustingly dirty and had pin holes all through them. Otherwise comfortable. Great for families with all the kids facilities but noisy when kids run up the hall shouting at 6.00 in the ..."

Reviewed on Sep 9, 2026

Turtle Beach Resort

2346 Gold Coast Highway Mermaid Beach QLD

$254 nightly

$280 total

Sep 14 - Sep 15

Total with taxes and fees

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8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)

Families like: Outdoor pools, free waterpark access, kids club, kitchen

Travelers say...

"Everything was exactly how it said online."

Reviewed on Sep 11, 2026

Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort

270 Ocean Drive, Sunshine Coast Twin Waters QLD

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$140 nightly

$154 total

Sep 20 - Sep 21

Total with taxes and fees

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Discovery Parks - Melbourne

129 Ashley Street Braybrook VIC

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$83 nightly

$83 total

Oct 13 - Oct 14

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8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)

Families like: Outdoor pool, kitchenette, playground, game room

Travelers say...

"Stayed a week and our rooms front room TV was glitching and internet wasn't working at all. Our front door was also broken were we had to put pressure into opening the door and sink hot water tap pressure was bad! And the bed was that hard every morning I woke up sore"

Reviewed on Sep 12, 2026

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Economy

Chevrolet Spark

4 people

Compact

Ford Focus

4 people

Midsize

Toyota Corolla

5 people

SUV

Jeep Compass

5 people

Australia is a paradise and a business hub for any families, corporate big-wigs, or solo adventurers on a budget.

Some of the major airports serving flights to Australia are in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and Cairns. Each airport is unique in its own special way. Sydney Airport (SYD) is the international airport in Australia while Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, and Cairns airports are all domestic. SYD is the busiest airport in Australia but it has tons of conveniences such as eateries, Wi-Fi, discounted shopping, and multiple methods of transportation both within the airport and outside the airport. The airports are all located within the cities so any destination is just a quick taxi, train, bus or rental car ride as soon as Australia flights arrive.

Once Australia flights arrive, you will notice that the weather is absolutely beautiful and the average high on the coast is 78 degrees Fahrenheit and the low is 62. There is the rainy season which falls between May to August and the dry season which is from September to April, so sunblock as well as a trusty hat is always required because of the intensity of the sun. Those looking for a hot holiday vacation of fun in the sun book Australia flights in every season of the year.

Australia has many different low cost methods of transportation. Trains like the Queensland Railways are a wonderful way to see parts of Australia, traveling along the beautiful coast. NSW buses, ferries, and trams are a great way to get around Sydney quickly and safely, and will connect you to any of the landmarks you want to see. Passengers arriving on flights to Australia will find the T2 and T3 lines providing direct pathways to and from the airport in Sydney.

Australia is a relaxing and friendly vacation destination where you can lay back and have a drink or sightsee—there is something for visitors of all ages as well as discounts on events.

Sydney Opera House: overlooking the beautiful Sydney Harbor, the unofficial symbol of the city
Ayers Rock: a sacred landmark of the Aborigines that is also the largest monolith in the world
The Great Barrier Reef: the world’s largest mass of living organisms can be seen from space
Queensland: The Tropic of Cancer at 23.5 degrees latitude South of the equator does not experience any seasonal change
Gold Coast: surfing competitions are held on a regular basis and a nightlife that never ends

Frequently asked questions

Which airlines fly to Australia?

With 24 airlines ready to take you away to Australia, finding the perfect flight will be a cinch. Book your ticket with one of these well-known carriers that operate at Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD):

The Flying Kangaroo - 369 flights to Australia per month
Air New Zealand - 125 flights to Australia per month
Singapore Airlines - 96 flights to Australia per month

How much is a flight to Australia?

Round-trip fares dropped as low as $102 this week to Australia, and peaked at $898. Passengers departing Melbourne (MEL) managed to snap up one-way fares starting from just $51.

How to book the cheapest flight to Australia?

With some of the most impressive flight deals around, you're guaranteed value for money with Orbitz. The following useful tips will help you snap up cheap flights to Australia — and leave you with more money to play with:

Consider nearby airports to cut costs. Enter your preferred departure and arrival airports in the form fields, then select the 'Nearby airports' function below. It will list any available options.
If your travel plans aren't carved in stone, click on the 'Show flexible dates' link to view the flight deals for a variety of departure dates. Go with any suitable cheaper fare that pops up.
You can also use the 'Show options' function to filter results for your preferred carrier, seating class, nonstop flights and refundable flights. Under 'Sort & Filter' to the left, you can even pick the time of day you'd prefer to fly.
Once you've worked out your travel dates, get booking. Prices generally climb as the departure date gets closer.
Save loads on your vacation by bundling your flights, hotels and car rentals into a package. Your credit card will thank you for it.
Don't fly during peak seasons if you can. By avoiding school vacations and summer, you can make superb savings on your airfare.

What is the best time to book a flight to Australia?

On average, the cheapest month to purchase a plane ticket is in January. This is followed by February and August. When seeking a cheap flight to Australia, it's worth being ready to book. Cheap deals appear quickly and don't wait around!

What day of the week is the cheapest to book a flight to Australia?

To pick up a rewarding flight deal, book on a Tuesday, Wednesday or Saturday. These are typically the cheapest days to book tickets to Australia.

What is the cheapest day of the week to fly to Australia?

Look into flying early in the week if you want to get cheap flights to Australia. Orbitz data from 2020 indicates Monday is normally the most inexpensive day to head off, followed by Tuesday. Saturday was found to have the highest ticket prices. Presumably, this is because most travelers prefer to begin their escape after a long working week.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Australia?

If you're flexible with your travel plans, consider jetting off in August. Orbitz data shows that this is generally the best month to fly out if you're after cheap flights to Australia. As you would expect, airfares get pricier in June and flights book out fast.

Which airlines allow free cancellation?

Flexibility is important, that's why Orbitz lets you search for airlines that won't slap on fees for making amendments. Enter your departure and arrival points, then choose "Filter by flexible change policies." We'll show you options that include free cancellation within 24 hours of booking and no change fees.

What do I need for the flight to Australia?

A long-haul trip can seem daunting, but it's nothing a little preparation can't fix. We've rounded up our top tips and tricks to make sure your journey is a smooth one:

Nothing is more important than having your travel documents. Which to bring and how many depend on whether you're flying international or domestic. Be sure to double check with your airline. In both cases, you'll need to show photo identification.
If you're jetting directly to Australia, chances are you'll be in the sky for quite some time. Take plenty of snacks and things to keep you busy. Now is a good time to get stuck into that book you've been dying to read!
Cabin temperatures can go from hot to cold quickly, so it's best to bring an extra layer. Also consider wearing compression socks. They can help prevent swelling and improve blood circulation.

How do I get cheap first-class/business deals to Australia?

Smart travelers have a knack for finding business or first-class fares to Australia that don't cost an arm and a leg. Follow their lead with these practical tips:

Be flexible with your travel dates and wait for huge sales on business or first-class airfares.
Plenty of low-cost airlines nowadays offer excellent business-class seating without the pricey fees.
Bid for an upgrade. Some carriers hold online auctions that let you put down a price for a seat at the front of the plane. You can also try upgrading with points earned through a rewards program.

Travel tips for Australia

The possibilities for adventure in Australia are endless — and Sydney Opera House is just one place you'll find it. Book a car rental, work out how to get to this impressive attraction and then get moving!
One of Australia's most sought-after cities, Sydney is the perfect place to begin an epic road trip around this region. Eat, sleep, adventure and repeat — that's what vacations are for!

Fare, taxes & fees: Fares include all taxes and fees, except baggage fees. Rates shown reflect fares found by other Orbitz users over the past 7 days. Due to rapidly changing airline prices & seat availability, these fares may no longer be available.

Refunds/changes/cancellations: Itinerary changes, if permitted for the fare, will have a $30 service fee charged by Orbitz. Additional airline charges may apply.

Other conditions: Schedules, fares and rules are subject to change without notice. Seats are limited and may not be available on all flights/dates or in all markets. Lower fares may be available. Fares will not be honored retroactively or in exchange for any wholly/partially unused ticket. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable. Fare rules are provided for the selected itinerary before booking.

$51 Cheap flights to Australia

Top places to visit in Australia

Sydney

Cheap flights to Australia from $51 One Way, $102 Round Trip

Deals For This Weekend's Flights

Find The Perfect Hotel For After Your Flight

Score Epic Australia Accommodation Deals

ibis budget Sydney Airport

Great Southern Hotel Melbourne

Ibis Budget Brisbane Airport

ibis Budget Fawkner

Our Top Australia Apartment Hotels

Pegasus Apart'Hotel

Adabco Boutique Hotel Adelaide

Meriton Suites Herschel Street, Brisbane

Meriton Suites Broadbeach, Gold Coast

Score Epic Australia Accommodation Deals

Shangri-La Sydney

Hyatt Regency Sydney

Four Seasons Hotel Sydney

YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites

Family Friendly Hotels in Australia

Oaks Sunshine Coast Oasis Resort

Turtle Beach Resort

Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort

Discovery Parks - Melbourne

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