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$166+ Cheap flights from Melbourne

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MEL — AKL
30 Mar — 6 Apr1
1 adult

What to know about flights from Melbourne

Discover essential information about flights departing from Melbourne, including flight schedules, destinations, airlines operating at the Melbourne airport, and any specific guidelines or requirements for travellers. Please note that the information is based on the most recent updates available. Data last updated 25 March 2025.

Cheapest one-way flight

$88

Cheapest round-trip flight

$248

Cheapest airline

Jetstar

Most popular destination

Auckland Intl (AKL)
The cheapest one-way flight from Melbourne is currently to Sydney Kingsford Smith.
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The cheapest round-trip flight from Melbourne is currently to Auckland Intl.
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On average, Jetstar currently has the cheapest one-way flight from Melbourne (avg. price of $693).
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Auckland Intl (AKL) is currently the most popular flight destination from Melbourne (average return price of $391).
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 25 March 2025.

Sun 4/523:55MEL - AKL
Nonstop3h 35mJetstar
Mon 12/520:40AKL - MEL
Nonstop4h 05mJetstar
Deal found 24/3$377
Sun 4/511:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Wed 14/508:20CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 24/3$433
Fri 2/511:35MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mVirgin Australia
Sun 4/518:00ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 35mVirgin Australia
Deal found 25/3$468
Mon 23/623:55MEL - ZQN
1 stop8h 15mJetstar
Wed 25/612:00ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 25/3$490
Wed 30/414:30MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/518:00ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/3$511
Sun 4/523:55MEL - WLG
1 stop15h 15mJetstar
Tue 6/519:40WLG - MEL
1 stop16h 25mJetstar
Deal found 24/3$524
Sat 17/511:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 24/519:35CHC - MEL
1 stop14h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/3$525
Wed 30/418:45MEL - AKL
Nonstop3h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/518:20AKL - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/3$534
Tue 3/618:25MEL - ZQN
1 stop15h 50mAir New Zealand
Tue 10/613:05ZQN - MEL
1 stop6h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 23/3$583
Sun 4/523:55MEL - WLG
1 stop15h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/506:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/3$588
Mon 9/618:25MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mAir New Zealand
Mon 21/706:10CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 24/3$599
Thu 8/506:00AVV - AKL
1 stop27h 25mJetstar
Mon 12/506:15AKL - AVV
1 stop18h 35mJetstar
Deal found 24/3$614

Find flights from Melbourne within your budget

Find flights departing from Melbourne that match your specified budget. Filter results by price range, allowing you to narrow down options and find flights that fit within your financial constraints. Please note that the search results are based on data from user searches, with fares last updated on 25 March 2025. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 134,765 searches

Fly to

Auckland

Route

Departure

Return

Price

MelbourneAuckland

MEL - AKL

MELAKL

Melbourne

Sun 4/5

23:55-05:30

Nonstop3h 35m

Auckland Intl

Mon 12/5

20:40-22:45

Nonstop4h 05m

$377

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Sun 4/5

11:05-16:20

Nonstop3h 15m

Christchurch

Wed 14/5

08:20-10:05

Nonstop3h 45m

$433

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Fri 2/5

11:35-16:45

Nonstop3h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 4/5

18:00-19:35

Nonstop3h 35m

$468

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Mon 23/6

23:55-10:10

1 stop8h 15m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 25/6

12:00-13:25

Nonstop3h 25m

$490

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Wed 30/4

14:30-19:40

Nonstop3h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 4/5

18:00-19:35

Nonstop3h 35m

$511

MelbourneWellington

MEL - WLG

MELWLG

Melbourne

Sun 4/5

23:55-17:10

1 stop15h 15m

Wellington

Tue 6/5

19:40-10:05

1 stop16h 25m

$524

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Sat 17/5

11:05-16:20

Nonstop3h 15m

Christchurch

Sat 24/5

19:35-08:10

1 stop14h 35m

$525

MelbourneAuckland

MEL - AKL

MELAKL

Melbourne

Wed 30/4

18:45-00:20

Nonstop3h 35m

Auckland Intl

Mon 5/5

18:20-20:35

Nonstop4h 15m

$534

MelbourneQueenstown

MEL - ZQN

MELZQN

Melbourne

Tue 3/6

18:25-12:15

1 stop15h 50m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 10/6

13:05-17:25

1 stop6h 20m

$583

MelbourneWellington

MEL - WLG

MELWLG

Melbourne

Sun 4/5

23:55-17:10

1 stop15h 15m

Wellington

Tue 6/5

06:00-08:10

Nonstop4h 10m

$588

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne

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Travel insights for flights from Melbourne

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

When is the best time to book a flight from Melbourne?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Auckland. Price data was last updated on 21 March 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne, you should look to book at least 32 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 Melbourne?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne (average of $237). Flying from Melbourne in September will prove the most costly (average of $374). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Auckland. Price data was last updated on 15 September 2024.

Those who are seeking the cheapest fare on flights departing from Melbourne would be wise to consider leaving during Saturday at midday when prices are typically at their lowest. When considering other options, price-conscious travelers should avoid Monday at midday when fares are usually the most expensive.

Which airlines fly from Melbourne?

For round-trip flights from Melbourne you’ll fly on: Jetstar, Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, China Airlines, Air Tahiti Nui. Which fly to the following popular destinations: Auckland.

Jetstar

Jetstar

From $67

Air New Zealand

Air New Zealand

From $159

Qantas Airways

Qantas Airways

From $219

Air India

Air India

From $409

Airline reviews for flights from Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service from Melbourne. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing airline for your flight from Melbourne. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 134,765 searches.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
61 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.1

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.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
61 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
61 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.1

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.
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
182 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
61 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.1

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.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
61 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.1

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.
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
455 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
61 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.1

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.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
809 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
61 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.1

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.

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Related info for your journey

Access useful and relevant information related to your journey from Melbourne. This can include details such as airport transportation, visa requirements, travel insurance, luggage regulations, and any other information that can ensure a smooth and hassle-free travel experience. Please note that the information is based on general guidance and may need to be verified with official sources. Data last updated 25 March 2025.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly out of Melbourne?

    Melbourne airport offers the cheapest routes to Auckland from $363. Melbourne Avalon airport is a great option if you're flying to Auckland from $559. Our top recommendation is to be generally flexible with your dates of travel for the best rates.

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne?

    At the present moment the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne is currently February; with September being the most expensive. Prices will vary depending on multiple factors such as booking in advance, airline and departure airports and times.

  • Where are the cheapest places to fly to from Melbourne?

    Here are some of the cheapest flight destinations from Melbourne:
    Fly from Melbourne to Auckland from $363 round trip
    Fly from Melbourne to Christchurch from $408 round trip
    Fly from Melbourne to Queenstown from $429 round trip
    Fly from Melbourne to Wellington from $524 round trip

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Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Melbourne?

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