About This Route
London to Melbourne is served by Qatar Airways, Cathay Pacific, Etihad Airways and 5 more, offering multiple options for award travelers. Compare 9 loyalty programs to find the best value for your points. Award prices start from 12,500 points in economy. Use our search tool to check real-time award availability on this route.
Award Pricing Comparison
| Program | Economy | Business | First |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flying Blue | 12,500 | 37,500 | -- |
| Asia Miles | 22,500 | 57,000 | 90,000 |
| ANA Mileage Club | 22,500 | 55,000 | 82,500 |
| KrisFlyer | 29,000 | 72,000 | 98,000 |
| Qatar Avios | 35,000 | 80,000 | 135,000 |
| Emirates Skywards | 36,000 | 72,500 | 136,000 |
| Etihad Guest | 60,000 | 120,000 | 210,000 |
| Aeroplan | 60,000 | 100,000 | 150,000 |
| Turkish Miles | 60,000 | 120,000 | -- |
Points shown are approximate one-way prices. Actual pricing may vary based on dates, availability, and peak/off-peak periods.
Airlines Flying This Route
Qatar Airways
QR
Cathay Pacific
CX
Etihad Airways
EY
Japan Airlines
JL
United Airlines
UA
Qantas
QF
Alaska Airlines
AS
Emirates
EK
Best Programs for This Route
Flying Blue
Biz: 37,500 ptsAsia Miles
Biz: 57,000 ptsANA Mileage Club
Biz: 55,000 ptsKrisFlyer
Biz: 72,000 ptsQatar Avios
Biz: 80,000 ptsEmirates Skywards
Biz: 72,500 ptsEtihad Guest
Biz: 120,000 ptsAeroplan
Biz: 100,000 ptsTurkish Miles
Biz: 120,000 ptsBooking Tips
- Flying Blue offers the cheapest economy award at 12,500 points
- Best business class value: Flying Blue at 37,500 points
- First class available from 82,500 points via ANA Mileage Club
- Book 6-11 months in advance for the best premium cabin availability
Frequently Asked Questions
How many points to fly from London to Melbourne?
The cheapest option is Flying Blue starting at 12,500 points in economy. Compare 9 programs on this page to find the best value for your loyalty currency.
What is the cheapest business class from London to Melbourne with points?
Flying Blue offers business class for 37,500 points one-way. Other options include Asia Miles at 57,000 points.
Which loyalty programs can I use for LHR to MEL?
You can book this route with Flying Blue, Asia Miles, ANA Mileage Club, KrisFlyer, Qatar Avios, Emirates Skywards, Etihad Guest, Aeroplan, Turkish Miles. Most of these programs accept transfers from major credit card currencies like Amex, Chase, and Capital One.
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