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Cheap flights from New Zealand to Melbourne from $174

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 22/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — MEL
1 Apr — 8 Apr1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from New Zealand to Melbourne

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Zealand to Melbourne flight deals. Data was last updated 27 March 2025.

Round-trip from

$350

One-way from

$174

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$509
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 3/6-17/6
  • Nonstop
  • 7h 40m total
  • New Zealand to Melbourne
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 22/6
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 05m total
  • New Zealand to Melbourne
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($115 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($22 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025

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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 27 March 2025.

Tue 3/620:40AKL - MEL
Nonstop4h 05mJetstar
Tue 17/623:55MEL - AKL
Nonstop3h 35mJetstar
Deal found 27/3$350
Fri 16/512:00ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Fri 23/514:30MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Deal found 27/3$452
Fri 2/518:00ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 35mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/514:30MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/3$453
Tue 6/510:30CHC - MEL
1 stop14h 15mJetstar
Fri 9/511:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 25/3$457
Fri 13/606:15AKL - MEL
1 stop12h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 17/623:55MEL - AKL
Nonstop3h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/3$472
Wed 14/514:10WLG - MEL
1 stop10h 35mJetstar
Sat 17/520:15MEL - WLG
1 stop13h 15mJetstar
Deal found 25/3$515
Wed 7/506:25CHC - MEL
2 stops16h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/511:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/3$547
Tue 13/516:30AKL - AVV
2 stops23h 40mJetstar
Thu 22/506:00AVV - AKL
1 stop27h 25mJetstar
Deal found 25/3$558
Fri 5/1213:30AKL - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mQantas Airways
Tue 9/1209:20MEL - AKL
Nonstop3h 35mQantas Airways
Deal found 26/3$568
Wed 14/514:35WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 17/520:15MEL - WLG
1 stop13h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/3$572
Tue 20/506:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mAir New Zealand
Fri 23/518:25MEL - WLG
1 stop11h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 26/3$580
Wed 14/511:50DUD - MEL
1 stop12h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 20/511:05MEL - DUD
1 stop24h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/3$582

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Zealand to Melbourne that are best for you.

Fly from

New Zealand

Fly to

Melbourne

Route

Depart

Return

Price

AucklandMelbourne

AKL - MEL

AKLMEL

Auckland Intl

Tue 3/6

20:40-22:45

Nonstop4h 05m

Melbourne

Tue 17/6

23:55-05:30

Nonstop3h 35m

$350

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Fri 16/5

12:00-13:25

Nonstop3h 25m

Melbourne

Fri 23/5

14:30-19:40

Nonstop3h 10m

$452

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Fri 2/5

18:00-19:35

Nonstop3h 35m

Melbourne

Fri 9/5

14:30-19:40

Nonstop3h 10m

$453

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Tue 6/5

10:30-22:45

1 stop14h 15m

Melbourne

Fri 9/5

11:05-16:20

Nonstop3h 15m

$457

AucklandMelbourne

AKL - MEL

AKLMEL

Auckland Intl

Fri 13/6

06:15-17:00

1 stop12h 45m

Melbourne

Mon 16/6

23:55-05:30

Nonstop3h 35m

$472

WellingtonMelbourne

WLG - MEL

WLGMEL

Wellington

Wed 14/5

14:10-22:45

1 stop10h 35m

Melbourne

Sat 17/5

20:15-11:30

1 stop13h 15m

$515

WellingtonMelbourne

WLG - MEL

WLGMEL

Wellington

Sat 7/6

07:40-22:45

1 stop17h 05m

Melbourne

Sat 28/6

18:45-13:55

1 stop17h 10m

$522

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Wed 7/5

06:25-20:35

2 stops16h 10m

Melbourne

Sun 11/5

11:05-16:20

Nonstop3h 15m

$547

AucklandMelbourne

AKL - AVV

AKLAVV

Auckland Intl

Tue 13/5

16:30-14:10

2 stops23h 40m

Melbourne Avalon

Thu 22/5

06:00-11:25

1 stop27h 25m

$558

WellingtonMelbourne

WLG - MEL

WLGMEL

Wellington

Tue 20/5

06:00-08:10

Nonstop4h 10m

Melbourne

Fri 23/5

18:25-08:10

1 stop11h 45m

$580

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from New Zealand to Melbourne

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Zealand to Melbourne

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Melbourne (average of $132). Flying from New Zealand to Melbourne 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 27 March 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from New Zealand to Melbourne in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 37% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New Zealand to Melbourne?

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their New Zealand to Melbourne flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from New Zealand to Melbourne

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 27 March 2025.

The most flights from NZ0 to ME1 are scheduled on a Thursday (48 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 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 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 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, 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 27 March 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from New Zealand to Melbourne, see what other customers have to say about Air Tahiti Nui, Fiji Airways and Emirates. 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.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

9.1

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.7

Food

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

9.1

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.7

Food

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

9.1

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.7

Food

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

9.1

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.7

Food

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

9.1

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.7

Food

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

9.1

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.7

Food

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from New Zealand to Melbourne are Jetstar ($174), Air New Zealand ($228), and Qantas Airways ($252).

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

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

    Before booking your flight to Melbourne from New Zealand, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Jetstar (91%), Virgin Atlantic (90%), Thai Airways( 88%).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from New Zealand to Melbourne? While on average our users pay $536, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $139. The most popular route (Auckland Intl - Melbourne), is priced around $331.

  • 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?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Melbourne (average of $132). Flying from New Zealand to Melbourne 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$225Average$624FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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JetstarCheapest$292Average$512FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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China AirlinesCheapest$308Average$638FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$337Average$660FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Air Tahiti NuiCheapest$360Average$784FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time73%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$361Average$651FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest$410Average$691FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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