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Cheap flights from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport from $189

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 8/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — MEL
24 Dec — 31 Dec1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from New Zealand to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Zealand (NZ0) 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 19 December 2024.

Round-trip from

$416

One-way from

$189
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 14/2-16/2
  • Nonstop
  • 7h 05m total
  • New Zealand to Melbourne
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 8/3
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 50m total
  • New Zealand to Melbourne
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Cheapest flights from New Zealand to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Zealand to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 19 December 2024.

Sat 28/1220:35ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Mon 6/106:15MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 18/12$483
Fri 27/1208:30CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Tue 31/1212:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 18/12$505
Sun 22/1220:40AKL - MEL
Nonstop4h 05mJetstar
Sun 9/323:55MEL - AKL
Nonstop3h 35mJetstar
Deal found 17/12$505
Tue 31/1208:30CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 25/118:55MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12$600
Sun 29/1215:05ZQN - MEL
1 stop6h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/106:15MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12$656
Fri 27/1220:55AKL - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/123:55MEL - AKL
Nonstop3h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12$665
Sat 28/1220:35ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
Mon 6/106:15MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 18/12$749
Sat 28/1212:05ZQN - MEL
1 stop7h 00mVirgin Australia
Mon 6/120:00MEL - ZQN
1 stop13h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 18/12$792
Wed 25/1212:30WLG - MEL
1 stop12h 15mJetstar
Wed 1/118:45MEL - WLG
1 stop10h 20mJetstar
Deal found 18/12$797
Fri 20/1214:35WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 05mQantas Airways
Fri 27/1217:50MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 16/12$805
Sun 22/1207:35AKL - MEL
1 stop8h 00mLATAM Airlines
Mon 10/207:30MEL - AKL
1 stop7h 15mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 17/12$816
Wed 25/1206:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/118:45MEL - WLG
1 stop10h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12$833

Find flights from New Zealand to Melbourne within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from New Zealand 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 19 December 2024.

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ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Fri 14/2

08:30-10:20

Nonstop3h 50m

Melbourne

Sun 16/2

12:05-17:20

Nonstop3h 15m

$416

AucklandMelbourne

AKL - MEL

AKLMEL

Auckland Intl

Thu 20/2

20:40-22:45

Nonstop4h 05m

Melbourne

Sun 23/2

23:55-05:30

Nonstop3h 35m

$448

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Sun 9/2

06:00-07:55

Nonstop3h 55m

Melbourne

Sun 16/2

12:05-17:20

Nonstop3h 15m

$449

AucklandMelbourne

AKL - MEL

AKLMEL

Auckland Intl

Tue 21/1

21:05-22:55

Nonstop3h 50m

Melbourne

Sun 26/1

23:55-05:30

Nonstop3h 35m

$475

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Sat 28/12

20:35-22:05

Nonstop3h 30m

Melbourne

Mon 6/1

06:15-11:20

Nonstop3h 05m

$483

WellingtonMelbourne

WLG - MEL

WLGMEL

Wellington

Sun 16/2

06:00-08:05

Nonstop4h 05m

Melbourne

Wed 26/2

18:55-09:40

1 stop12h 45m

$525

AucklandMelbourne

AKL - MEL

AKLMEL

Auckland Intl

Thu 23/1

21:05-22:55

Nonstop3h 50m

Melbourne

Sun 2/2

13:50-19:15

Nonstop3h 25m

$530

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Wed 19/3

20:35-22:05

Nonstop3h 30m

Melbourne

Tue 25/3

09:05-14:10

Nonstop3h 05m

$575

WellingtonMelbourne

WLG - MEL

WLGMEL

Wellington

Thu 23/1

21:15-09:25

1 stop14h 10m

Melbourne

Tue 28/1

19:00-12:35

1 stop15h 35m

$578

WellingtonMelbourne

WLG - MEL

WLGMEL

Wellington

Fri 7/2

07:40-09:45

Nonstop4h 05m

Melbourne

Thu 13/2

17:50-23:20

Nonstop3h 30m

$583

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Best time to book a flight from New Zealand to Melbourne

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Travel insights for flights from New Zealand to Melbourne

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from New Zealand 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 19 December 2024.

When flying from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from New Zealand 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 19 December 2024.

The most flights from NZ0 to MEL are scheduled on a Monday (61 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (36 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 19 December 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Virgin Australia, Jetstar and Qantas Airways from New Zealand to Melbourne have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.6
Very Good
65 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.6

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.9

Food

7.7

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
8.6
Very Good
65 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.6
Very Good
65 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.6

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.9

Food

7.7

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
8.3
Very Good
754 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.6
Very Good
65 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.6

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.9

Food

7.7

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
191 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.6
Very Good
65 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.6

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.9

Food

7.7

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
3,412 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.6
Very Good
65 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.6

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.9

Food

7.7

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
1,331 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.6
Very Good
65 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.6

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.9

Food

7.7

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 New Zealand to Melbourne. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Jetstar, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $189. However, be on the lookout for offers from Air New Zealand and China Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport?

    The most popular route from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport is Auckland Intl - Melbourne. You may also consider Wellington - Melbourne or Queenstown Intl - Melbourne.

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

    Before booking your flight to Melbourne Airport from New Zealand, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: SriLankan Airlines (74%), Emirates (73%), Finnair( 73%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $165. While the most popular route (Auckland Intl - Melbourne) can be booked for $384 on average our data indicates $720 when flying from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from New Zealand to Melbourne?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Zealand 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 New Zealand to Melbourne Airport?

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

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from New Zealand to Melbourne. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 19 December 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$248Average$499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$252Average$689FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$306Average$654FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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China AirlinesCheapest$308Average$655FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Air Tahiti NuiCheapest$360Average$685FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time73%
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EmiratesCheapest$411Average$731FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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