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Cheap flights from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport from $191

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 30/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — MEL
4 Feb — 11 Feb1
1 adult

The best prices from Christchurch to Melbourne are usually found in May or June, booked 65 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Christchurch to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Christchurch (CHC) 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 30 January 2025.

Round-trip from

$494

One-way from

$191

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$607

Good round-trip deal

$368 or less

Good one-way deal

$249 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 21/3-28/3
  • Nonstop
  • 7h 05m total
  • Christchurch to Melbourne
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 30/3
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 45m total
  • Christchurch to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($77 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($16 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Christchurch to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Christchurch to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 30 January 2025.

Fri 21/308:50CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Fri 28/312:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 29/1$494
Mon 17/306:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 26/312:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/1$520
Fri 7/306:00CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 55mAir New Zealand
Fri 14/318:00MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 29/1$539
Sat 1/306:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 55mQantas Airways
Fri 7/318:55MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 28/1$579
Fri 7/306:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 55mEmirates
Mon 10/318:55MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 20mEmirates
Deal found 28/1$615
Wed 26/309:40CHC - MEL
2 stops15h 15mFiji Airways
Sun 30/323:55MEL - CHC
2 stops20h 20mFiji Airways
Deal found 28/1$1,462

Find flights from Christchurch to Melbourne within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Christchurch 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 30 January 2025.

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ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Fri 21/3

08:50-10:40

Nonstop3h 50m

Melbourne

Fri 28/3

12:05-17:20

Nonstop3h 15m

$494

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Mon 17/3

06:05-08:00

Nonstop3h 55m

Melbourne

Wed 26/3

12:05-17:20

Nonstop3h 15m

$520

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Fri 7/3

06:00-07:55

Nonstop3h 55m

Melbourne

Fri 14/3

18:00-23:25

Nonstop3h 25m

$539

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Sat 1/3

06:05-08:00

Nonstop3h 55m

Melbourne

Fri 7/3

18:55-00:15

Nonstop3h 20m

$579

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Fri 7/3

06:05-08:00

Nonstop3h 55m

Melbourne

Mon 10/3

18:55-00:15

Nonstop3h 20m

$615

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Wed 26/3

09:40-22:55

2 stops15h 15m

Melbourne

Sun 30/3

23:55-22:15

2 stops20h 20m

$1,462

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Sun 30/3

09:20-11:05

Nonstop3h 45m

$191

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Mon 2/6

15:30-17:25

Nonstop3h 55m

$210

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Wed 23/4

06:20-08:05

Nonstop3h 45m

$247

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Fri 28/2

06:05-08:00

Nonstop3h 55m

$274

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Best time to book a flight from Christchurch to Melbourne

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Travel insights for flights from Christchurch to Melbourne

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Christchurch to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 24 January 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport, you should look to book at least 65 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from Christchurch 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 CHC to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Christchurch 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 30 January 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 29% on flights from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport by exploring options for tickets at midday.

Weekly flight availability from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Christchurch 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 30 January 2025.

The most flights from CHC to MEL are scheduled on a Wednesday (14 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 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 30 January 2025.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,331 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Umair,July 2024

LHE - DXB

Worst experience. The staff at the airport were unprofessional, uncourtious, disrespectful and straight up discriminating. I will never travel via emirates again. And the flight was delayed too.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,331 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,331 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Umair,July 2024

LHE - DXB

Worst experience. The staff at the airport were unprofessional, uncourtious, disrespectful and straight up discriminating. I will never travel via emirates again. And the flight was delayed too.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,318 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,331 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Umair,July 2024

LHE - DXB

Worst experience. The staff at the airport were unprofessional, uncourtious, disrespectful and straight up discriminating. I will never travel via emirates again. And the flight was delayed too.

Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
186 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,331 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Umair,July 2024

LHE - DXB

Worst experience. The staff at the airport were unprofessional, uncourtious, disrespectful and straight up discriminating. I will never travel via emirates again. And the flight was delayed too.

Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
481 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,331 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Umair,July 2024

LHE - DXB

Worst experience. The staff at the airport were unprofessional, uncourtious, disrespectful and straight up discriminating. I will never travel via emirates again. And the flight was delayed too.

Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
821 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,331 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Umair,July 2024

LHE - DXB

Worst experience. The staff at the airport were unprofessional, uncourtious, disrespectful and straight up discriminating. I will never travel via emirates again. And the flight was delayed too.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Christchurch 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 Christchurch to Melbourne?

    For a flight from Christchurch to Melbourne, you will be flying from Christchurch. Christchurch (CHC) is just 9.5 km from the centre of the city. Christchurch is the only Christchurch airport and it handles 12 outbound flights to Melbourne per day. 3 airlines have flights to Melbourne from Christchurch on a regular basis.

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

    Flying on Jetstar is currently your cheapest option to Melbourne Airport, with prices starting at $494. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways, with the lowest prices starting at $539 and $579, respectively. Jetstar is currently priced 9% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    $191 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Jetstar. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways, with prices starting from $210 and $247, respectively.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport are Finnair (84%), United Airlines (82%) and Jetstar (73%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport is $187. On average you can expect to pay $543. The most popular route, (Christchurch - Melbourne), can usually be booked for $416.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from Christchurch 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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Air New ZealandCheapest$263Average$594FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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