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Cheap flights from Auckland to Melbourne Airport from $195

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 31/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — MEL
22 Jan — 29 Jan1
1 adult

The best prices from Auckland Intl to Melbourne are usually found in August or May, booked 76 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Auckland to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Auckland (AKL) to Melbourne (MEL). 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 17 January 2025.

Round-trip from

$425

One-way from

$195

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$605
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 20/2-23/2
  • Nonstop
  • 7h 40m total
  • Auckland to Melbourne
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China Airlines
  • China Airlines
  • 31/1
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 50m total
  • Auckland to Melbourne
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High demand for flights, 12% potential price rise
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Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop
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Cheapest flights from Auckland to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Auckland to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 January 2025.

Thu 20/220:40AKL - MEL
Nonstop4h 05mJetstar
Sun 23/223:55MEL - AKL
Nonstop3h 35mJetstar
Deal found 17/1$425
Thu 6/221:05AKL - MEL
Nonstop3h 50mChina Airlines
Thu 13/213:40MEL - AKL
Nonstop3h 25mChina Airlines
Deal found 16/1$441
Fri 21/318:25AKL - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 25/323:55MEL - AKL
Nonstop3h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1$447
Fri 14/207:35AKL - MEL
1 stop7h 30mLATAM Airlines
Sun 23/207:00MEL - AKL
1 stop7h 50mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 16/1$549
Sat 1/220:55AKL - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mEmirates
Fri 7/218:50MEL - AKL
Nonstop3h 35mEmirates
Deal found 16/1$568
Wed 12/320:55AKL - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mQantas Airways
Sun 16/318:50MEL - AKL
Nonstop3h 35mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/1$616

Find flights from Auckland to Melbourne within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Auckland to Melbourne 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 17 January 2025.

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AucklandMelbourne

AKL - MEL

AKLMEL

Auckland Intl

Thu 13/2

20:40-22:45

Nonstop4h 05m

Melbourne

Thu 20/2

23:55-05:30

Nonstop3h 35m

$425

AucklandMelbourne

AKL - MEL

AKLMEL

Auckland Intl

Thu 6/2

21:05-22:55

Nonstop3h 50m

Melbourne

Thu 13/2

13:40-19:05

Nonstop3h 25m

$441

AucklandMelbourne

AKL - MEL

AKLMEL

Auckland Intl

Fri 21/3

18:25-20:40

Nonstop4h 15m

Melbourne

Tue 25/3

23:55-05:30

Nonstop3h 35m

$447

AucklandMelbourne

AKL - MEL

AKLMEL

Auckland Intl

Fri 14/2

07:35-13:05

1 stop7h 30m

Melbourne

Sun 23/2

07:00-16:50

1 stop7h 50m

$549

AucklandMelbourne

AKL - MEL

AKLMEL

Auckland Intl

Sat 1/2

20:55-23:10

Nonstop4h 15m

Melbourne

Fri 7/2

18:50-00:25

Nonstop3h 35m

$568

AucklandMelbourne

AKL - MEL

AKLMEL

Auckland Intl

Wed 12/3

20:55-23:10

Nonstop4h 15m

Melbourne

Sun 16/3

18:50-00:25

Nonstop3h 35m

$616

AucklandMelbourne

AKL - MEL

AKLMEL

Auckland Intl

Sun 26/1

21:15-23:05

Nonstop3h 50m

$196

AucklandMelbourne

AKL - MEL

AKLMEL

Auckland Intl

Fri 13/6

20:40-22:45

Nonstop4h 05m

$201

AucklandMelbourne

AKL - MEL

AKLMEL

Auckland Intl

Sat 1/3

18:25-20:40

Nonstop4h 15m

$204

AucklandMelbourne

AKL - MEL

AKLMEL

Auckland Intl

Tue 11/3

20:55-23:10

Nonstop4h 15m

$214

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Best time to book a flight from Auckland to Melbourne

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

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Auckland to Melbourne Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Auckland to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 10 January 2025.

The best time to book flights from Auckland to Melbourne Airport is 76 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 Auckland to Melbourne Airport?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from Auckland to Melbourne Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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 AKL to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Auckland to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 January 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Auckland to Melbourne Airport in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 30% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Auckland to Melbourne Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Auckland to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Auckland to Melbourne Airport flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Auckland to Melbourne Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Auckland to Melbourne. 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 17 January 2025.

The most flights from AKL to MEL are scheduled on a Thursday (57 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (38 on average).

Rainfall in Melbourne by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne Airport ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne Airport when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Melbourne by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne Airport, 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 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 8.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated 17 January 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Auckland to Melbourne, see what other customers have to say about China Airlines, Qantas Airways and Jetstar. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
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Overall

8.8

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.8

Crew

9.1

Entertainment

7.3

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
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Overall

8.8

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.8

Crew

9.1

Entertainment

7.3

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
737 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
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Overall

8.8

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.8

Crew

9.1

Entertainment

7.3

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
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Overall

8.8

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.8

Crew

9.1

Entertainment

7.3

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,327 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
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Overall

8.8

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.8

Crew

9.1

Entertainment

7.3

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
187 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.8

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.8

Crew

9.1

Entertainment

7.3

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Auckland to Melbourne. 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 from for flights from Auckland to Melbourne?

    For a flight from Auckland to Melbourne, you will be flying from Auckland Intl. Auckland Intl (AKL) is just 17.9 km from the centre of the city. Auckland Intl is the only Auckland airport and it handles 45 outbound flights to Melbourne per day. 6 airlines have flights to Melbourne from Auckland Intl on a regular basis.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Auckland to Melbourne Airport round-trip from $425. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are China Airlines, from $441, and Qantas Airways, from $554. Jetstar is currently priced 20% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with China Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $195. Jetstar flights start at $201 while deals on Air New Zealand start at $203 one-way.

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

    Consider SriLankan Airlines (79%), Emirates (78%) or Finnair (78%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Auckland to Melbourne Airport.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $734 for a flight from Auckland to Melbourne Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $168 while the most popular route, (Auckland Intl - Melbourne) is currently priced at $378.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Auckland to Melbourne 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 Auckland to Melbourne Airport?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from Auckland to Melbourne Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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 6 airlines flying from Auckland to Melbourne

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JetstarCheapest$305Average$470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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China AirlinesCheapest$310Average$651FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Air Tahiti NuiCheapest$365Average$823FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time73%
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EmiratesCheapest$416Average$690FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$417Average$650FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$486Average$638FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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