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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch from $222

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
MEL — CHC
19 May — 26 May1
1 adult
Sun 19/5
Sun 26/5

The best prices from Melbourne to Christchurch are usually found in May or July, booked 80 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Christchurch

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to Christchurch (CHC). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 14 May 2024.

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December

Cheapest in

May

Round-trip from

$521

One-way from

$387
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What is the cheapest day to fly return from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch?

Flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch are generally found to be more expensive on Sunday. This shouldn't discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Christchurch.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch?

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 21 days in advance, which can save you up to 53% on flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 21 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $493. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $582.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in December. For low rates, May can be a great choice for travel to Christchurch. Flights to Christchurch from Melbourne Airport in May are about $550 on average during May, but can be found for as low as $218.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch (MEL - CHC)?

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 38% on flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

Cheap Jetstar flights from Melbourne to Christchurch

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Jetstar for the route between Melbourne and Christchurch. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 525,180 searches. Data last updated 14 May 2024.
Take a look at some of the lowest-priced Jetstar flights heading from Melbourne to Christchurch. Come back soon if you're not finding the exact deal you're looking for.
Wed 12/618:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Wed 19/616:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 13/5$361
Wed 12/618:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Wed 19/616:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 13/5$384
Sun 8/918:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Wed 11/916:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 13/5$407
Wed 12/618:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Thu 20/608:35CHC - MEL
1 stop16h 10mJetstar
Deal found 12/5$419
Fri 14/618:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Sun 23/616:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 14/5$426
Tue 5/1119:00MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Tue 19/1116:10CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 13/5$428
Wed 12/623:55MEL - CHC
1 stop12h 40mJetstar
Wed 19/616:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 13/5$431
Wed 31/718:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Mon 5/813:50CHC - MEL
1 stop10h 55mJetstar
Deal found 13/5$446
Wed 19/618:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Mon 24/611:25CHC - MEL
1 stop13h 20mJetstar
Deal found 12/5$452

Cheap Air New Zealand flights from Melbourne to Christchurch

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Air New Zealand for the route between Melbourne and Christchurch. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 525,180 searches. Data last updated 14 May 2024.
Some of the lowest-priced Air New Zealand flights we've found at this time heading from Melbourne to Christchurch. Deals frequently update to provide users with more options.
Wed 12/618:55MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mAir New Zealand
Thu 20/606:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 12/5$503
Mon 10/609:15MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mAir New Zealand
Mon 17/606:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 12/5$541
Thu 5/909:15MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mAir New Zealand
Fri 13/906:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 14/5$549
Sat 9/1118:55MEL - CHC
1 stop11h 30mAir New Zealand
Mon 11/1106:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 12/5$561
Mon 10/609:15MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mAir New Zealand
Mon 17/620:30CHC - MEL
1 stop13h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 12/5$573
Thu 13/609:15MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mAir New Zealand
Mon 24/606:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 14/5$579
Fri 7/618:55MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mAir New Zealand
Mon 10/606:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 13/5$587
Thu 5/909:05MEL - CHC
1 stop7h 55mAir New Zealand
Fri 13/918:35CHC - MEL
1 stop15h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 14/5$593
Sat 9/1118:55MEL - CHC
1 stop11h 30mAir New Zealand
Sat 16/1119:35CHC - MEL
1 stop14h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 12/5$602

Cheap Melbourne to Christchurch flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Melbourne to Christchurch specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 525,180 searches. Prices were last updated on 14 May 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Melbourne to Christchurch in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Wed 12/618:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Wed 19/616:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 13/5$361
Wed 12/618:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Wed 19/616:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 13/5$384
Wed 12/618:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Thu 20/608:35CHC - MEL
1 stop16h 10mJetstar
Deal found 12/5$419
Fri 14/618:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Sun 23/616:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 14/5$426
Wed 12/623:55MEL - CHC
1 stop12h 40mJetstar
Wed 19/616:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 13/5$431
Fri 14/618:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 24/606:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/5$451
Wed 19/618:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Mon 24/611:25CHC - MEL
1 stop13h 20mJetstar
Deal found 12/5$452
Fri 7/618:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Tue 11/616:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 13/5$467
Wed 19/618:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 24/606:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/5$481

Melbourne to Christchurch 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Melbourne and Christchurch in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 525,180 searches. Data last updated 14 May 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Melbourne to Christchurch in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Fri 14/618:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Fri 21/616:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 14/5$363
Wed 5/618:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Tue 11/616:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 14/5$404
Fri 12/718:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Sun 21/716:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 14/5$407
Fri 14/618:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Sun 23/616:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 14/5$426
Tue 5/1119:00MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Tue 19/1116:10CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 13/5$428
Fri 14/618:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Fri 21/609:40CHC - MEL
1 stop15h 05mJetstar
Deal found 14/5$429
Fri 14/618:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 24/606:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/5$451
Sun 8/918:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Wed 11/909:40CHC - MEL
1 stop15h 05mJetstar
Deal found 13/5$452
Tue 5/1123:55MEL - CHC
1 stop12h 45mJetstar
Tue 19/1116:10CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 13/5$475

Direct flights to Christchurch from Melbourne

Discover direct flight options from Melbourne to Christchurch. Find direct flights with no stopovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore direct flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 525,180 searches. Data last updated 14 May 2024.
If you're seeking options on non-stop flights from Melbourne to Christchurch, check out these fares. If you're looking for other options for flights from Melbourne to Christchurch, make sure to update the search form at the top of page.
Wed 12/618:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Wed 19/616:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 13/5$361
Fri 14/618:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Fri 21/616:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 14/5$363
Wed 12/618:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Wed 19/616:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 13/5$384
Wed 5/618:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Tue 11/616:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 14/5$404
Fri 12/718:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Sun 21/716:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 14/5$407
Fri 14/618:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Sun 23/616:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 14/5$426
Tue 5/1119:00MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Tue 19/1116:10CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 13/5$428
Fri 14/618:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 24/606:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/5$451
Fri 7/618:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Tue 11/616:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 13/5$467

Melbourne to Christchurch flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Melbourne to Christchurch for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 525,180 searches. Data last updated 14 May 2024.
Have a look at some of the last-minute flights available departing from Melbourne to Christchurch. Users should double check the flight they book to ensure it matches the day, time, and destination they're looking for.
Mon 20/507:30MEL - CHC
2 stops29h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 27/509:40CHC - MEL
1 stop27h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5$1,710
Mon 20/520:50MEL - CHC
2 stops38h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 27/509:40CHC - MEL
1 stop27h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5$1,721
Mon 20/518:30MEL - CHC
1 stop18h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 27/509:40CHC - MEL
1 stop27h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5$1,984
Mon 20/518:30MEL - CHC
1 stop18h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 27/509:40CHC - MEL
1 stop27h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5$1,988
Mon 20/509:20MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 27/509:40CHC - MEL
1 stop27h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5$2,368
Mon 20/509:20MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
Mon 27/506:25CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 13/5$2,443
Mon 20/509:20MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
Mon 27/506:25CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 13/5$2,464
Mon 20/512:10MEL - CHC
1 stop7h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 27/506:25CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5$2,522
Mon 20/521:30MEL - CHC
2 stops18h 05mQantas Airways
Mon 27/520:25CHC - MEL
2 stops20h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 13/5$2,764

One-way flights to Christchurch from Melbourne

Search for one-way flight options from Melbourne to Christchurch. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 525,180 searches. Data last updated 14 May 2024.
If you're seeking multiple options on one-way flights from Melbourne to Christchurch, be sure to check out these deals, which are updated often. Those needing a return flight from Melbourne to Christchurch can use the search form above.
Sun 2/618:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 12/5$222
Wed 24/718:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 13/5$224
Tue 11/618:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 14/5$231
Fri 14/618:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 14/5$233
Wed 12/618:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 14/5$234
Sun 16/623:55MEL - CHC
1 stop29h 55mJetstar
Deal found 14/5$283
Mon 17/623:55MEL - CHC
1 stop12h 40mJetstar
Deal found 14/5$295
Mon 17/623:55MEL - CHC
1 stop12h 40mJetstar
Deal found 14/5$304
Tue 11/618:55MEL - CHC
2 stops23h 35mJetstar
Deal found 14/5$318

Find flights from Melbourne to Christchurch within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Christchurch that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 525,180 searches. Data last updated 14 May 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Budget

$361 - $860

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Wed 12/6

Nonstop3h 15m

Christchurch

Wed 19/6

Nonstop3h 45m

$361

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Wed 12/6

Nonstop3h 15m

Christchurch

Wed 19/6

Nonstop3h 45m

$384

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Sun 8/9

Nonstop3h 15m

Christchurch

Wed 11/9

Nonstop3h 45m

$407

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Wed 12/6

Nonstop3h 15m

Christchurch

Thu 20/6

1 stop16h 10m

$419

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Fri 14/6

Nonstop3h 15m

Christchurch

Mon 24/6

Nonstop4h 00m

$451

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Wed 31/7

Nonstop3h 15m

Christchurch

Mon 5/8

Nonstop4h 00m

$473

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Wed 12/6

Nonstop3h 25m

Christchurch

Thu 20/6

Nonstop4h 00m

$503

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Wed 26/6

Nonstop3h 30m

Christchurch

Sat 6/7

Nonstop3h 50m

$839

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Wed 26/6

Nonstop3h 30m

Christchurch

Sat 6/7

Nonstop3h 50m

$860

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 13/5

When is the best time to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Christchurch. Price data was last updated on 10 May 2024.
The best time to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch is 80 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Christchurch. Price data was last updated on 12 May 2024.
Morning
Midday
Afternoon
Evening
All times are departure.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne Airport to Christchurch flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Christchurch by month

Plan your trip from Melbourne to Christchurch by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Melbourne to Christchurch is currently $260 while a return flight costs $522. Price data was last updated on 12 May 2024.

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch (average of $344). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch in December is currently the most expensive (average of $431). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

January

$572

February

$573

March

$565

April

$567

May

$520

June

$627

July

$591

August

$575

September

$621

October

$573

November

$593

December

$652

Temperature and rainfall in Christchurch by month

Plan your trip to Christchurch by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

CHC

Temperature

6 - 17 °C

Reviews of airlines servicing Christchurch

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Christchurch. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Christchurch. Reviews last updated 14 May 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Jetstar, Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways from Melbourne to Christchurch to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
628 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.3

Food

7.6

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
628 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
628 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.3

Food

7.6

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

Singapore Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,450 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
628 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.3

Food

7.6

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,957 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
628 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.3

Food

7.6

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
246 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
628 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.3

Food

7.6

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

Qantas Airways
7.7
Good
969 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
628 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.3

Food

7.6

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Christchurch from Melbourne?

    Christchurch (CHC), located 9.5 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Melbourne to Christchurch. 4 airlines have flights to Christchurch from Melbourne on a regular basis. Booking flights from Melbourne to Christchurch should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 10 inbound flights from Melbourne per day.

  • Can I find flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch for under $400 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch for under $400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Jetstar for just $361, but on average you can expect to pay $455.

  • Are there direct flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch for under $400 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has 20 direct flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch under $400. A good price for a direct flight from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch is less than $466.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch for under $1,800?

    There are currently 10+ open flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch within the next 7 days for less than $1,800.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch round-trip?

    Flying on Jetstar is currently your cheapest option to Christchurch, with prices starting at $361. Another option worth looking into is Air New Zealand, starting at $503 round trip. Jetstar is 34% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch?

    Emirates, Jetstar and Air New Zealand are the most popular airlines when flying from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch on time: United Airlines (92%), Thai Airways (82%), Air New Zealand (78%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch? While on average our users pay $395, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $186. The most popular route (Melbourne - Christchurch), is priced around $351.

  • What does MEL to CHC mean?

    Melbourne Airport is MEL and Christchurch Airport is CHC. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Christchurch that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Melbourne to Christchurch flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Melbourne to Christchurch with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Melbourne to Christchurch flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Christchurch that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to Christchurch flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Christchurch?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to Christchurch.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Christchurch?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Christchurch by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Christchurch that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Melbourne to Christchurch offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Melbourne to Christchurch?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Melbourne to Christchurch flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Melbourne Airport to Christchurch flight deals updated?

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JetstarCheapest$212Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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