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Currency and price comparison

TrainLocal, one-way ticket
24%Trains in Edinburgh are 24% cheaper than in Melbourne.
Melbourne$5.50
Edinburgh$4.19
MealMid-priced restaurant
12%The average meal is 12% more expensive in Edinburgh than in Melbourne.
Melbourne$29.00
Edinburgh$32.44
TaxiStandard daytime start rate
30%Taxis are 30% more expensive in Edinburgh than in Melbourne.
Melbourne$6.35
Edinburgh$8.27
CoffeeRegular cappuccino
42%Coffee is 42% more expensive in Edinburgh than in Melbourne.
Melbourne$5.53
Edinburgh$7.87
Exchange rate
1 AUD = 0.48 GBP
1 GBP = 2.11 AUD
Last checked on Sat, 7/06
Distance: 16912 kms
Melbourne airports
Melbourne Airport (MEL)How far from city centre: 11 kms
Avalon Airport (AVV)How far from city centre: 50 kms
Edinburgh airports
Turnhouse (EDI)How far from city centre: 10 kms

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Frequently asked questions about flights from Melbourne to Edinburgh

How long does the flight take to go from Melbourne to Edinburgh?
The total flight time between Melbourne and Edinburgh is of around 23:03 hours on average, considering an average distance of 17,441 km, for both direct and indirect flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
How can I find cheap flights from Melbourne to Edinburgh at Opodo?
The cheapest price for a flight from Melbourne to Edinburgh is $848. At Opodo we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.
Is Edinburgh expensive to visit compared to Melbourne?

If you compare transportation prices, the taxi ride in Edinburgh costs an average of 8.27 AUD, 30% more expensive than Melbourne, with a fare of 6.35 AUD,

while train tickets costs 24% less in Edinburgh: 4.19 AUD against 5.50 AUD in Melbourne.

If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from 32.44 AUD in Edinburgh, 12% more than the 29.00 AUD in Melbourne.

The price of the coffee is around 42% more expensive in Edinburgh, with an average of 7.87 AUD , while in Melbourne the coffee costs 5.53 AUD.

Is it possible to purchase a flexible ticket for my flight from Melbourne to Edinburgh?
At Opodo we want to make sure that your travel plans are not affected by any cancelation as well as any possible restrictions United Kingdom may apply when travelling from Melbourne. Is your flight cancelled? We've got your back! With our flexible ticket guarantee you can decide if you want to book another flight - free of rebooking fee - or get a full refund!
How is the weather in Edinburgh compared to Melbourne?
While in Melbourne the temperatures can reach an average of 37.14 ºC in summer, with precipitation levels up to 3 mm ,Edinburgh's temperatures can go up to 24.09 ºC during the hot season, with 3 mm average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around -4.11 ºC in Edinburgh, compared to the -1.12 ºC average degrees reported in Melbourne. During the winter period, Melbourne can register 3 mm precipitation, while Edinburgh have an average of 3 mm rain level.
Which airports have flights between Melbourne and Edinburgh?

The main airport route flying between Melbourne and Edinburgh is: Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Turnhouse (EDI). This route is covered by the following airline(s):

Qatar Airways.

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