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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Christchurch from $314

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 1/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — CHC
24 Dec — 31 Dec1
1 adult

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

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Christchurch

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) 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 19 December 2024.

Round-trip from

$462

One-way from

$314

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$759
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 2/2-8/2
  • Nonstop
  • 7h 05m total
  • Melbourne to Christchurch
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 1/2
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 15m total
  • Melbourne to Christchurch
High demand for flights, 14% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 4% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in December 2024

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Christchurch
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Christchurch. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 19 December 2024.

Sat 28/1218:55MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 30/1209:15CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12$630
Mon 30/1212:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Sat 11/108:30CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Deal found 18/12$659
Tue 24/1206:20MEL - CHC
2 stops39h 35mQantas Airways
Tue 7/106:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 18/12$992
Fri 27/1218:55MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mAir New Zealand
Fri 3/106:00CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 18/12$1,067
Mon 30/1216:20AVV - CHC
1 stop20h 15mQantas Airways
Sat 11/106:00CHC - AVV
1 stop16h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 18/12$1,272
Sat 21/1220:55AVV - CHC
2 stops25h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 25/1218:20CHC - AVV
1 stop6h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12$1,283
Fri 27/1216:50AVV - CHC
1 stop29h 15mJetstar
Sun 5/116:10CHC - AVV
1 stop26h 15mJetstar
Deal found 18/12$1,532
Sat 28/1213:45MEL - CHC
2 stops24h 10mFiji Airways
Mon 30/1206:15CHC - MEL
2 stops32h 30mFiji Airways
Deal found 17/12$3,472
Tue 31/1200:35MEL - CHC
1 stop21h 15mSingapore Airlines
Wed 8/112:00CHC - MEL
1 stop19h 40mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 18/12$13,929
Sat 28/1200:45MEL - CHC
1 stop34h 35mCathay Pacific
Fri 3/114:50CHC - MEL
1 stop23h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 18/12$16,118

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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 19 December 2024.

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MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Sun 2/2

12:05-17:20

Nonstop3h 15m

Christchurch

Sat 8/2

08:30-10:20

Nonstop3h 50m

$462

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Mon 3/2

18:55-00:20

Nonstop3h 25m

Christchurch

Sun 9/2

08:45-10:35

Nonstop3h 50m

$470

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Sun 2/2

18:55-00:20

Nonstop3h 25m

Christchurch

Sat 8/2

15:00-08:05

1 stop19h 05m

$484

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Thu 6/2

18:55-00:15

Nonstop3h 20m

Christchurch

Fri 21/2

06:05-08:00

Nonstop3h 55m

$568

MelbourneChristchurch

AVV - CHC

AVVCHC

Melbourne Avalon

Mon 3/2

20:55-14:00

1 stop15h 05m

Christchurch

Sun 9/2

18:20-07:35

1 stop15h 15m

$757

MelbourneChristchurch

AVV - CHC

AVVCHC

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 1/1

17:00-00:05

1 stop29h 05m

Christchurch

Wed 8/1

16:10-16:25

1 stop26h 15m

$943

MelbourneChristchurch

AVV - CHC

AVVCHC

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 8/1

14:55-23:55

1 stop7h 00m

Christchurch

Tue 14/1

06:20-15:45

1 stop11h 25m

$968

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Sat 1/2

12:05-17:20

Nonstop3h 15m

$314

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Sat 15/2

18:55-00:20

Nonstop3h 25m

$316

MelbourneChristchurch

AVV - CHC

AVVCHC

Melbourne Avalon

Sat 18/1

17:00-00:05

1 stop29h 05m

$340

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Christchurch

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Christchurch from Melbourne with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Melbourne to Christchurch

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Melbourne to Christchurch including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne 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 13 December 2024.

The best time to book flights from Melbourne 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.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne to Christchurch?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Christchurch (average of $346). Flying from Melbourne to Christchurch in December is currently the most expensive (average of $480). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MEL to CHC?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Christchurch. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 19 December 2024.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 37% on flights from Melbourne to Christchurch by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Christchurch

Explore weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Christchurch. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 19 December 2024.

The most flights from ME1 to CHC are scheduled on a Monday (18 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in Christchurch by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Christchurch ranges from 40.0 - 60.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Christchurch when rainfall is around 40.0 mm.

Temperature in Christchurch by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Christchurch, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 6.0 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 19 December 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Jetstar, Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways from Melbourne to Christchurch. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very Good
1,331 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Your state of the art Boeing 787 was so hot I was sweating 90% of the flight. There is no reason or excuse for that.

8.1
Very Good
1,331 reviews
8.1
Very Good
1,331 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Your state of the art Boeing 787 was so hot I was sweating 90% of the flight. There is no reason or excuse for that.

8.0
Very Good
497 reviews
8.1
Very Good
1,331 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Your state of the art Boeing 787 was so hot I was sweating 90% of the flight. There is no reason or excuse for that.

7.5
Good
839 reviews
8.1
Very Good
1,331 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Your state of the art Boeing 787 was so hot I was sweating 90% of the flight. There is no reason or excuse for that.

7.5
Good
809 reviews
8.1
Very Good
1,331 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Your state of the art Boeing 787 was so hot I was sweating 90% of the flight. There is no reason or excuse for that.

6.6
Okay
484 reviews
8.1
Very Good
1,331 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Your state of the art Boeing 787 was so hot I was sweating 90% of the flight. There is no reason or excuse for that.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Christchurch. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • 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.

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

    Jetstar, at $462, was found to be the cheapest airline from Melbourne to Christchurch.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways. Jetstar is 14% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne to Christchurch one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Jetstar. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $314. Users have also found prices from $316 and $351 on Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways, respectively.

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

    Before booking your flight to Christchurch from Melbourne, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Jetstar (89%), Virgin Australia (86%), Air New Zealand( 77%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Christchurch?

    While on average a flight from Melbourne to Christchurch is generally $615, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $271. When looking at the most popular route, (Melbourne - Christchurch), you can expect to pay $378 for that flight.

  • 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne to Christchurch?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Christchurch (average of $346). Flying from Melbourne to Christchurch in December is currently the most expensive (average of $480). 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.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Melbourne to Christchurch

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JetstarCheapest$241Average$476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest$322Average$701FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$338Average$690FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$340Average$600FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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