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Cheap flights from Melbourne to South Island from $274

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 23/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — CHC
4 Feb — 11 Feb1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to South Island

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) to South Island (zzEDG). 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

$379

One-way from

$274

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$590
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 22/3-28/3
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 35m total
  • Melbourne to South Island
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  • Jetstar
  • 23/3
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 15m total
  • Melbourne to South Island
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($144 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($35 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to South Island
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to South Island. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 30 January 2025.

Sun 23/306:15MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Wed 26/320:35ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Deal found 29/1$379
Wed 26/312:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Sat 29/308:50CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Deal found 28/1$404
Sun 23/318:00MEL - ZQN
1 stop12h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 26/320:35ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/1$512
Mon 10/318:55MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mAir New Zealand
Thu 20/306:00CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 28/1$513
Sun 23/321:20MEL - CHC
1 stop24h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 29/308:50CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/1$518
Fri 14/318:00MEL - ZQN
1 stop16h 20mAir New Zealand
Wed 19/316:45ZQN - MEL
1 stop17h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 29/1$533
Sat 29/315:00MEL - ZQN
1 stop19h 20mVirgin Australia
Sun 6/418:00ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 35mVirgin Australia
Deal found 29/1$579
Fri 30/523:55MEL - DUD
1 stop9h 20mJetstar
Tue 3/611:50DUD - MEL
1 stop12h 55mJetstar
Deal found 28/1$603
Fri 14/318:55MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 20mQantas Airways
Fri 21/306:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 28/1$619
Sat 14/607:30MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mEmirates
Tue 17/615:55ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mEmirates
Deal found 29/1$664
Thu 3/420:50AVV - ZQN
1 stop12h 20mJetstar
Mon 7/420:40ZQN - AVV
1 stop15h 05mJetstar
Deal found 29/1$692
Sat 15/318:55MEL - IVC
1 stop13h 15mAir New Zealand
Sat 22/316:00IVC - MEL
1 stop17h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 28/1$722

Find flights from Melbourne to South Island within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to South Island 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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MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Sun 23/3

06:15-11:20

Nonstop3h 05m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 26/3

20:35-22:05

Nonstop3h 30m

$379

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Wed 26/3

12:05-17:20

Nonstop3h 15m

Christchurch

Sat 29/3

08:50-10:40

Nonstop3h 50m

$404

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Sun 23/3

18:00-08:25

1 stop12h 25m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 26/3

20:35-22:05

Nonstop3h 30m

$512

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Mon 10/3

18:55-00:20

Nonstop3h 25m

Christchurch

Thu 20/3

06:00-07:55

Nonstop3h 55m

$513

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Sun 23/3

21:20-00:05

1 stop24h 45m

Christchurch

Sat 29/3

08:50-10:40

Nonstop3h 50m

$518

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Fri 14/3

18:00-12:20

1 stop16h 20m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 19/3

16:45-07:55

1 stop17h 10m

$533

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Sat 29/3

15:00-12:20

1 stop19h 20m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 6/4

18:00-19:35

Nonstop3h 35m

$579

MelbourneDunedin

MEL - DUD

MELDUD

Melbourne

Fri 30/5

23:55-11:15

1 stop9h 20m

Dunedin

Tue 3/6

11:50-22:45

1 stop12h 55m

$603

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Fri 14/3

18:55-00:15

Nonstop3h 20m

Christchurch

Fri 21/3

06:05-08:00

Nonstop3h 55m

$619

MelbourneQueenstown

AVV - ZQN

AVVZQN

Melbourne Avalon

Thu 3/4

20:50-11:10

1 stop12h 20m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 7/4

20:40-09:45

1 stop15h 05m

$692

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to South Island

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

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

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to South Island (average of $346). Flying from Melbourne to South Island 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 EDG?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to South Island. 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.

When flying from Melbourne to South Island, 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 Melbourne to South Island

Explore weekly flight availability from Melbourne to South Island. 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 ME1 to zzEDG are scheduled on a Wednesday (13 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 on average).

Rainfall in South Island by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Island 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 South Island when rainfall is around 40.0 mm.

Temperature in South Island by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Island, 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 South Island

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Island. 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 South Island. Reviews last updated 30 January 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines and Fiji Airways from Melbourne to South Island have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,332 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,332 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,332 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,318 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,332 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
186 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,332 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
481 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,332 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
821 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,332 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to South Island. 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 Melbourne to South Island one-way?

    $274 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 Virgin Australia, with prices starting from $298 and $339, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Melbourne to South Island?

    When deciding which route to take from Melbourne to South Island, consider Melbourne - Queenstown Intl, Melbourne - Christchurch or Melbourne Avalon - Queenstown Intl, as they are the most popular.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne to South Island?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Melbourne to South Island are Jetstar (73%), Virgin Australia (71%) and Etihad Airways (70%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne to South Island?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Melbourne to South Island? While on average our users pay $454, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $238. The most popular route (Melbourne - Queenstown Intl), is priced around $383.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to South Island?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to South Island 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 South Island?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to South Island (average of $346). Flying from Melbourne to South Island 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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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$226Average$586FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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JetstarCheapest$245Average$546FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest$326Average$709FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$343Average$785FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$352Average$758FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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