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Cheap flights from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport from $214

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 1/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — MEL
20 Jan — 27 Jan1
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 15 January 2025.

Round-trip from

$451

One-way from

$214
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 7/3-13/3
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 35m total
  • New Zealand to Melbourne
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 1/3
  • 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 15 January 2025.

Fri 14/220:35ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Sun 23/206:15MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 13/1$443
Thu 20/320:40AKL - MEL
Nonstop4h 05mJetstar
Tue 25/323:55MEL - AKL
Nonstop3h 35mJetstar
Deal found 14/1$476
Sun 2/221:15AKL - MEL
Nonstop3h 50mChina Airlines
Tue 4/213:40MEL - AKL
Nonstop3h 25mChina Airlines
Deal found 14/1$487
Tue 11/207:35AKL - MEL
1 stop7h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 18/223:55MEL - AKL
Nonstop3h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1$509
Thu 20/206:15CHC - MEL
1 stop18h 30mJetstar
Tue 25/212:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 14/1$519
Mon 3/206:00AKL - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mAir New Zealand
Wed 5/218:00MEL - AKL
Nonstop3h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 14/1$539
Fri 7/320:35ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 13/318:55MEL - ZQN
1 stop11h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/1$544
Sat 8/206:00CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 55mAir New Zealand
Thu 20/218:25MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 13/1$544
Tue 18/206:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 25/212:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1$560
Wed 13/819:35WLG - MEL
1 stop14h 30mAir New Zealand
Sat 23/809:10MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 13/1$576
Mon 10/206:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 19/223:55MEL - WLG
1 stop15h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1$583
Wed 26/213:35WLG - MEL
1 stop12h 30mJetstar
Sat 1/319:00MEL - WLG
1 stop15h 35mJetstar
Deal found 14/1$591

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 134,765 searches. Data last updated 15 January 2025.

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QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Fri 7/3

20:35-22:05

Nonstop3h 30m

Melbourne

Thu 13/3

06:15-11:20

Nonstop3h 05m

$451

AucklandMelbourne

AKL - MEL

AKLMEL

Auckland Intl

Thu 20/3

20:40-22:45

Nonstop4h 05m

Melbourne

Tue 25/3

23:55-05:30

Nonstop3h 35m

$476

AucklandMelbourne

AKL - MEL

AKLMEL

Auckland Intl

Sun 2/2

21:15-23:05

Nonstop3h 50m

Melbourne

Tue 4/2

13:40-19:05

Nonstop3h 25m

$487

AucklandMelbourne

AKL - MEL

AKLMEL

Auckland Intl

Tue 11/2

07:35-12:35

1 stop7h 00m

Melbourne

Tue 18/2

23:55-05:30

Nonstop3h 35m

$509

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Thu 20/2

06:15-22:45

1 stop18h 30m

Melbourne

Tue 25/2

12:05-17:20

Nonstop3h 15m

$519

AucklandMelbourne

AKL - MEL

AKLMEL

Auckland Intl

Mon 3/2

06:00-08:15

Nonstop4h 15m

Melbourne

Wed 5/2

18:00-23:40

Nonstop3h 40m

$539

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Sat 8/2

06:00-07:55

Nonstop3h 55m

Melbourne

Thu 20/2

18:25-23:50

Nonstop3h 25m

$544

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Fri 7/3

20:35-22:05

Nonstop3h 30m

Melbourne

Thu 13/3

18:55-08:25

1 stop11h 30m

$555

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Tue 18/2

06:05-08:00

Nonstop3h 55m

Melbourne

Tue 25/2

12:05-17:20

Nonstop3h 15m

$560

WellingtonMelbourne

WLG - MEL

WLGMEL

Wellington

Sat 15/2

06:00-08:05

Nonstop4h 05m

Melbourne

Wed 19/2

18:55-14:30

1 stop17h 35m

$576

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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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport (average of $263). Flying from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $406). 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 15 January 2025.

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 15 January 2025.

The most flights from NZ0 to MEL are scheduled on a Monday (60 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (39 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 15 January 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from New Zealand to Melbourne, see what other customers have to say about China Airlines, Air New Zealand and Virgin Australia. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
737 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.5

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

For the money it’s good value. Seat space rather small

China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
737 reviews
China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
737 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.5

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

For the money it’s good value. Seat space rather small

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,345 reviews
China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
737 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.5

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

For the money it’s good value. Seat space rather small

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,326 reviews
China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
737 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.5

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

For the money it’s good value. Seat space rather small

Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
187 reviews
China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
737 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.5

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

For the money it’s good value. Seat space rather small

Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,316 reviews
China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
737 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.5

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

For the money it’s good value. Seat space rather small

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?

    For one-way options, check prices for Jetstar. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $214. Users have also found prices from $216 and $225 on China Airlines and Air New Zealand, respectively.

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

    Most travellers choose Auckland Intl - Melbourne, Wellington - Melbourne or Christchurch - Melbourne when deciding on the best route from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport.

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

    Consider SriLankan Airlines (77%), Emirates (76%) or Finnair (76%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport? While on average our users pay $1,016, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $212. The most popular route (Auckland Intl - Melbourne), is priced around $409.

  • 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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport (average of $263). Flying from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $406). 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 8 airlines flying from New Zealand to Melbourne

Discover the top 8 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 134,765 searches. Data last updated 15 January 2025.
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$262Average$677FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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EmiratesCheapest$325Average$819FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$346Average$738FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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JetstarCheapest$355Average$615FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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LATAM AirlinesCheapest$398Average$653FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$460Average$870FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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China AirlinesCheapest$479Average$706FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Air Tahiti NuiCheapest$498Average$947FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time73%
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