Book a trip from Melbourne to London with Cathay Pacific , fares from AUD1,951

Flight route information

We offer flights from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to both London Heathrow (LHR). Flights take approximately 25 hours, including a stopover in Hong Kong International Airport (HKG), and will bring you directly to Terminal 2.

Upon your arrival in London

London Heathrow is located 26km away from the city centre. We recommend taking the Heathrow Express train service, which will bring you to the heart of London within an hour. There are also numerous taxis and buses available, as well as car rental services.

A brief introduction to London

Rich in history, London boasts many iconic sights, including the Tower of London, Big Ben and Tower Bridge, all of which are listed as World Heritage Sites. In addition, many royal palaces such as Hampton Palace, State Banquet Hall and Buckingham Palace, are all top tourist attractions.

If you wish to see the city from a unique perspective, a trip to the London Eye is a must. Piccadilly Circus, located in the city centre, is often referred to as the ‘Times Square of London’ and is known for its bright lights and shopping options. London is also famous for its museums and art galleries, many of which are free admission, including The British Museum, Victoria and Albert Museum, Tate Modern and Tate Britain. Foodies can appreciate the city’s world-class culinary scene by touring restaurants and pubs scattered across the neighbourhoods of Camden, Shoreditch and Soho.

Flying to London with Cathay Pacific

During your Cathay Pacific flight from Melbourne to London our attentive crew will strive to make sure that you are comfortable from take-off to landing. Relax and enjoy your very own personal entertainment system which features newly-released Hollywood films, Asian cinema classics and award-winning TV box sets, to the latest albums, podcasts, and games.

You will also enjoy a variety of delicious signature dishes from our inflight dining menus, including light and healthy snacks, as well as contemporary Asian signature dishes. Be sure to pair your meal with a glass of wine from our award-winning wine menu. If you choose to take First Class or Business Class, you will be able to enjoy extra legroom, increased baggage allowances, and priority boarding.

In addition, when you take an Airbus A350, you can keep in touch with the world through our on-board wireless network service. This service is also progressively being launched on other aircraft.