Statistics on Melbourne-Iceland (Reykjavík) flights: what is the right price and when to buy your plane ticket?
Best time to go: what is the RIGHT price for a round-trip flight to Iceland (Reykjavík) (from: Melbourne)
The average price to go to Iceland (Reykjavík) from Melbourne airport is $ 1620 (round trip). However, there are variations depending on the departure month. Thus, it is possible to pay for your plane ticket on average between $ 1358 (in may) and $ 2127 (in december), which is a saving of $ 263 or a surplus of $ 508 (compared to the average price) depending on the period you leave.
The analysis of all prices reveals that the most frequent price is between $1344 to $1397 and it is generally more economical to leave on a sunday and return on a sunday on a flight with 1 or more layovers.
Be careful, the cheapest months may correspond to unfavorable weather periods . Check out our page best time to go to Iceland (Reykjavík) before booking your flight.
If you want to know when to book your flight at the best price, go straight to the second part of this page: When to buy your Melbourne-Iceland (Reykjavík) plane ticket.
How are these data calculated?
We have studied a sample of 16858 airfare prices from previous years for flights to Iceland (Reykjavík) from Melbourne and can thus establish precise and credible price variation trends based on different parameters. Of course, prices can vary from year to year, but the seasonal aspect of this data (recurrence of school holidays, events... from year to year) makes these statistics quite reliable.
Average price depending on the departure month
Data analysis:
By leaving in may, the price of the plane ticket will statistically be the cheapest ($ 1358, saving $ 263 compared to the average price over the year which is $ 1620). Conversely, december will be the most expensive ($ 2127).
Flight Melbourne-Iceland (Reykjavík): when is the best time to go for the best price?
| Month | Good price* | Average price | Our opinion |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | $ 1651 | $ 1974 | high price |
| February | $ 1208 | $ 1460 | good price |
| March | $ 1188 | $ 1375 | good price |
| April | $ 1264 | $ 1480 | good price |
| May | $ 1138 | $ 1358 the cheapest | very good price |
| June | $ 1327 | $ 1592 | fair price |
| July | $ 1665 | $ 1903 | fair price |
| August | $ 1433 | $ 1705 | fair price |
| September | $ 1437 | $ 1675 | fair price |
| October | $ 1231 | $ 1428 | good price |
| November | $ 1157 | $ 1359 | good price |
| December | $ 1764 | $ 2127 the most expensive | very high price |
*great price to buy your plane ticket: if you see this price or cheaper during your flight search, go for it and buy it!
Price breakdown to travel from Melbourne to Iceland (Reykjavík)
Data analysis:
The prices for flights from Melbourne to Iceland (Reykjavík) range from $967 to $2203. 3% of tickets were purchased at the minimum price (from $968 to $1021), 1% at the maximum price (from $2149 to $2203). The majority of plane tickets were purchased in the range of $1344 to $1397 (8% of tickets).
Cheapest airlines for the Melbourne->Iceland flight
There are 16 companies that serve Melbourne from Iceland (Reykjavík) airport: Qatar Airways, Scoot, Jetstar, Finnair, Thai Airways, Airasia X, China Eastern, Etihad Airways, Qantas, Singapore Airlines, Emirates, Air China, Royal Brunei Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Lufthansa and Malaysia Airlines.
Data analysis:
Of the 16858 flights analyzed in previous years, Qatar Airways was the airline that offered the best fare most often in the flight ticket search results (37% of the time) on the Melbourne->Iceland route.
Which day of the week to leave?
Data analysis:
Statistically, Melbourne-Iceland (Reykjavík) flights departing on a sunday are cheaper than on other days of the week. By choosing a sunday as your departure date, you can save an average of $66. On the other hand, departing on a saturday may cost you an additional $118.
Which day of the week to come back?
Data analysis:
Statistically, return flights from Iceland (Reykjavík) to Melbourne departing on a sunday are cheaper than on other days of the week. By choosing a sunday for your return date, you will save an average of $65. Conversely, departing from Iceland (Reykjavík) on a friday may cost you an additional $78.
Top prices Melbourne-Iceland (Reykjavík)
| Round trip | Dates | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melbourne → Reykjavík | 10-05 to 21-05-2024 | $ 1084 | layover flight with Scoot |
| Melbourne → Reykjavík | 13-05 to 24-05-2024 | $ 1166 | layover flight with Jetstar |
| Melbourne → Reykjavík | 14-05 to 21-05-2024 | $ 1141 | layover flight with Thai Airways |
| Melbourne → Reykjavík | 03-06 to 09-06-2024 | $ 1082 | layover flight with China Eastern |
| Melbourne → Reykjavík | 04-06 to 10-06-2024 | $ 1059 | layover flight with China Eastern |
| Melbourne → Reykjavík | 09-06 to 19-06-2024 | $ 1147 | layover flight with Scoot |
| Melbourne → Reykjavík | 12-06 to 17-06-2024 | $ 1152 | layover flight with Vietnam Airlines |
| Melbourne → Reykjavík | 01-11 to 30-11-2024 | $ 1161 | layover flight with Swiss |
| Melbourne → Reykjavík | 11-11 to 24-11-2024 | $ 1149 | layover flight with China Eastern |
| Melbourne → Reykjavík | 05-03 to 11-03-2025 | $ 1174 | layover flight with Lufthansa |
When to book your flight Melbourne - Iceland (Reykjavík) to get the cheapest price?
Statistically, you will make the biggest savings by buying your plane ticket between 3 to 4 months in advance. However, you may end up paying a high price if you book between 0 to 1 month in advance.
Did you know: the price of plane tickets not only varies depending on how far in advance you book, but also on the day of the week you book! So, to maximize your chances of getting the best price for a Melbourne-Iceland flight, it is recommended to book your ticket on a friday.
How far in advance should I buy my flight?
Data analysis:
To get the cheapest flight ticket from Melbourne to Iceland (Reykjavík), it is recommended to buy it 3 to 4 months before departure (it is then on average 1541 $, which is a saving of 79 $ compared to the overall average price). On the other hand, if you buy your ticket 0 to 1 month in advance, you will pay the full price (173 $ more than the average price).
Depending on the departure month
The best time to buy your Melbourne to Iceland (Reykjavík) flight ticket may vary depending on your departure month. Therefore, we offer you statistics on when to book your flight month by month.
| Departure on... | How far in advance should I book? |
|---|---|
| January | Best time: 1 to 2 months before departure (average price: 1929 $) |
| February | Best time: 6 to 7 months before departure (average price: 1258 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 1372), 2 to 3 months ($ 1403), 3 to 4 months ($ 1349), 5 to 6 months ($ 1307) |
| March | Best time: 2 to 3 months before departure (average price: 1255 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 1329), 3 to 4 months ($ 1325), 4 to 5 months ($ 1318), 5 to 6 months ($ 1349), 7 to 8 months ($ 1297) |
| April | Best time: 2 to 3 months before departure (average price: 1411 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 1455), 3 to 4 months ($ 1420) |
| May | Best time: 1 to 2 months before departure (average price: 1139 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 1311), 3 to 4 months ($ 1347) |
| June | Best time: 2 to 3 months before departure (average price: 1430 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 1554), 5 to 6 months ($ 1527), 6 to 7 months ($ 1520), 8 to 9 months ($ 1579), 10 to 11 months ($ 1512) |
| July | Best time: 10 to 11 months before departure (average price: 1589 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 1886), 3 to 4 months ($ 1840), 4 to 5 months ($ 1867), 5 to 6 months ($ 1872), 6 to 7 months ($ 1846), 7 to 8 months ($ 1847), 8 to 9 months ($ 1875), 9 to 10 months ($ 1781) |
| August | Best time: 7 to 8 months before departure (average price: 1514 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 1677), 4 to 5 months ($ 1684), 5 to 6 months ($ 1560), 6 to 7 months ($ 1525), 9 to 10 months ($ 1536) |
| September | Best time: 7 to 8 months before departure (average price: 1544 $) Other interesting period(s): 3 to 4 months ($ 1574), 4 to 5 months ($ 1581), 5 to 6 months ($ 1581), 6 to 7 months ($ 1574), 8 to 9 months ($ 1596), 10 to 11 months ($ 1564), 11 to 12 months ($ 1622) |
| October | Best time: 2 to 3 months before departure (average price: 1257 $) Other interesting period(s): 3 to 4 months ($ 1307), 4 to 5 months ($ 1423), 5 to 6 months ($ 1351), 6 to 7 months ($ 1425), 7 to 8 months ($ 1341), 8 to 9 months ($ 1376), 9 to 10 months ($ 1417) |
| November | Best time: 3 to 4 months before departure (average price: 1263 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 1329), 2 to 3 months ($ 1275), 6 to 7 months ($ 1350), 7 to 8 months ($ 1356), 8 to 9 months ($ 1305), 10 to 11 months ($ 1313) |
| December | Best time: 9 to 10 months before departure (average price: 1642 $) Other interesting period(s): 4 to 5 months ($ 1948), 5 to 6 months ($ 1947), 8 to 9 months ($ 1826), 10 to 11 months ($ 1834), 11 to 12 months ($ 1817) |
What day of the week should I book my flight ticket?
Data analysis:
Statistically, friday is the day when plane tickets for Melbourne->Iceland are the cheapest. So, by buying your plane ticket on a friday, you will save $22. Conversely, by buying it on a monday, you may end up paying $25 more.
Melbourne to Iceland (Reykjavík): flight price when booking today
Information: this data is not statistics but comes from real prices collected less than 7 days ago. Some months may not be available as we do not have enough data for them.
| Month | Current price | Our opinion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 2024 | $ 1177 $1084 to $1316 | very good price | Find a flight |
| June 2024 | $ 1225 $1057 to $1910 | very good price | Find a flight |
| July 2024 | $ 1764 $1352 to $2472 | very good price | Find a flight |
| August 2024 | $ 2048 $1587 to $2412 | high price | Find a flight |
| September 2024 | $ 1513 $1344 to $1935 | very good price | Find a flight |
| October 2024 | $ 1364 $1196 to $1447 | very good price | Find a flight |
| November 2024 | $ 1312 $1022 to $1840 | very good price | Find a flight |
| December 2024 | $ 1753 $1614 to $1943 | very good price | Find a flight |
| January 2025 | $ 1690 $1643 to $1735 | very good price | Find a flight |
| March 2025 | $ 1532 $1143 to $4010 | high price | Find a flight |
| April 2025 | $ 1535 $1374 to $1777 | high price | Find a flight |
Data analysis:
Compared to the average price, may, june, july, september, october, november, december and january are cheaper to travel to Iceland (Reykjavík). So it may be interesting to book now to leave during these months!