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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Wellington from $311

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 11/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — WLG
22 Jan — 29 Jan1
1 adult

The best prices from Melbourne to Wellington are usually found in February or June, booked 74 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Wellington

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to Wellington (WLG). 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

$518

One-way from

$333

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$740
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 27/2-8/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 55m total
  • Melbourne to Wellington
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 24/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 15h 10m total
  • Melbourne to Wellington
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High demand for flights, 10% potential price rise
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Wellington
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Wellington. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 January 2025.

Thu 27/220:45MEL - WLG
1 stop13h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/306:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1$518
Tue 18/223:55MEL - WLG
1 stop15h 10mJetstar
Wed 26/213:35WLG - MEL
1 stop11h 25mJetstar
Deal found 16/1$537
Wed 19/209:05MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 35mAir New Zealand
Mon 24/206:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/1$565
Fri 14/208:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
Fri 21/207:40WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 15/1$636
Sun 16/208:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 30mEmirates
Thu 13/314:35WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 05mEmirates
Deal found 16/1$821

Find flights from Melbourne to Wellington within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Wellington 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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MelbourneWellington

MEL - WLG

MELWLG

Melbourne

Thu 27/2

20:45-12:35

1 stop13h 50m

Wellington

Sat 8/3

06:00-08:05

Nonstop4h 05m

$518

MelbourneWellington

MEL - WLG

MELWLG

Melbourne

Tue 18/2

23:55-17:05

1 stop15h 10m

Wellington

Wed 26/2

13:35-23:00

1 stop11h 25m

$537

MelbourneWellington

MEL - WLG

MELWLG

Melbourne

Wed 19/2

09:05-14:40

Nonstop3h 35m

Wellington

Mon 24/2

06:00-08:05

Nonstop4h 05m

$565

MelbourneWellington

MEL - WLG

MELWLG

Melbourne

Fri 14/2

08:00-13:30

Nonstop3h 30m

Wellington

Fri 21/2

07:40-09:45

Nonstop4h 05m

$636

MelbourneWellington

MEL - WLG

MELWLG

Melbourne

Sun 16/2

08:00-13:30

Nonstop3h 30m

Wellington

Thu 13/3

14:35-16:40

Nonstop4h 05m

$821

MelbourneWellington

MEL - WLG

MELWLG

Melbourne

Thu 27/2

21:00-23:40

1 stop24h 40m

Wellington

Sat 8/3

06:00-08:05

Nonstop4h 05m

$1,297

MelbourneWellington

MEL - WLG

MELWLG

Melbourne

Tue 11/3

20:45-12:35

1 stop13h 50m

$311

MelbourneWellington

MEL - WLG

MELWLG

Melbourne

Sun 9/3

09:05-14:40

Nonstop3h 35m

$362

MelbourneWellington

MEL - WLG

MELWLG

Melbourne

Mon 10/3

12:10-07:05

2 stops16h 55m

$391

MelbourneWellington

MEL - WLG

MELWLG

Melbourne

Tue 18/2

08:00-13:30

Nonstop3h 30m

$396

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Wellington

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

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

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

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

The best time to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Wellington is 74 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 Melbourne Airport to Wellington?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Wellington (average of $337). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Wellington in December is currently the most expensive (average of $503). 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 WLG?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Wellington. 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.

It’s typically best to fly out from Melbourne Airport to Wellington at midday. Doing so could potentially save you 51% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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

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

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

Weekly flight availability from Melbourne Airport to Wellington

Explore weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Wellington. 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 MEL to WLG are scheduled on a Thursday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

Rainfall in Wellington by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Wellington ranges from 70.0 - 130.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 130.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Wellington when rainfall is around 70.0 mm.

Temperature in Wellington by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Wellington, 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 July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 9.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Wellington

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Wellington. 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 Wellington. Reviews last updated 17 January 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne to Wellington, such as Air New Zealand, Jetstar and Qantas Airways. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overhead bins were full with crew equipment, so we had nowhere to put our luggage. Not ideal for a 7-hour flight. Paid for couples seats, which are near the galley. Constant noise from the crew all night, didn't get any sleep whatsoever. Food service was extremely slow.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overhead bins were full with crew equipment, so we had nowhere to put our luggage. Not ideal for a 7-hour flight. Paid for couples seats, which are near the galley. Constant noise from the crew all night, didn't get any sleep whatsoever. Food service was extremely slow.

Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
485 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overhead bins were full with crew equipment, so we had nowhere to put our luggage. Not ideal for a 7-hour flight. Paid for couples seats, which are near the galley. Constant noise from the crew all night, didn't get any sleep whatsoever. Food service was extremely slow.

Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
821 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overhead bins were full with crew equipment, so we had nowhere to put our luggage. Not ideal for a 7-hour flight. Paid for couples seats, which are near the galley. Constant noise from the crew all night, didn't get any sleep whatsoever. Food service was extremely slow.

Jetstar
6.6
Okay
467 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overhead bins were full with crew equipment, so we had nowhere to put our luggage. Not ideal for a 7-hour flight. Paid for couples seats, which are near the galley. Constant noise from the crew all night, didn't get any sleep whatsoever. Food service was extremely slow.

Related info for your journey

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

    Wellington (WLG) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Melbourne to Wellington. You should not have trouble finding flights to Wellington from Melbourne; the airport handles an average of 10 inbound flights from Melbourne per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 4 airlines have flights to the Wellington airport from Melbourne. It is only a 5.3 km journey from Wellington (WLG) to Wellington’s city centre.

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

    Flying on Jetstar is currently your cheapest option to Wellington, with prices starting at $537. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways, with the lowest prices starting at $565 and $636, respectively. Jetstar is priced at 22% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    $333 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 $362 and $415, respectively.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Melbourne Airport to Wellington on time: Emirates (71%), Finnair (71%), Qantas Airways (69%).

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

    While on average a flight from Melbourne Airport to Wellington is generally $558, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $341. When looking at the most popular route, (Melbourne - Wellington), you can expect to pay $521 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Wellington (average of $337). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Wellington in December is currently the most expensive (average of $503). 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 4 airlines flying from Melbourne to Wellington

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Wellington. 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 17 January 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
EmiratesCheapest$406Average$798FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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JetstarCheapest$444Average$584FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$450Average$839FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$458Average$656FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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