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Cheap flights from South Island to Melbourne Airport from $230

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 19/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — MEL
24 Nov — 1 Dec1
1 adult

Find flights from South Island to Melbourne within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from South Island 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 150,367 searches. Data last updated 19 November 2024.

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ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Fri 6/12

16:10-18:00

Nonstop3h 50m

Melbourne

Sun 8/12

19:00-00:20

Nonstop3h 20m

$501

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Wed 25/12

20:35-22:05

Nonstop3h 30m

Melbourne

Tue 31/12

06:15-11:20

Nonstop3h 05m

$522

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Mon 10/2

06:00-07:55

Nonstop3h 55m

Melbourne

Fri 28/2

18:00-23:25

Nonstop3h 25m

$552

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Mon 10/2

06:00-07:55

Nonstop3h 55m

Melbourne

Sun 23/2

12:05-17:20

Nonstop3h 15m

$568

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Tue 14/1

06:05-08:00

Nonstop3h 55m

Melbourne

Mon 27/1

18:55-00:15

Nonstop3h 20m

$661

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Wed 25/12

20:35-22:05

Nonstop3h 30m

Melbourne

Tue 31/12

13:10-16:40

1 stop25h 30m

$680

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Thu 27/2

06:05-08:00

Nonstop3h 55m

Melbourne

Mon 3/3

09:10-14:30

Nonstop3h 20m

$752

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Wed 18/12

19:50-21:25

Nonstop3h 35m

Melbourne

Sat 4/1

07:00-11:30

1 stop26h 30m

$784

DunedinMelbourne

DUD - MEL

DUDMEL

Dunedin

Thu 6/2

11:50-22:45

1 stop12h 55m

Melbourne

Sun 9/2

23:55-11:15

1 stop9h 20m

$820

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Thu 19/12

07:00-12:35

1 stop7h 35m

Melbourne

Tue 31/12

13:00-21:05

1 stop6h 05m

$842

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Cheap flight deals from South Island to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from South Island (zzEDG) 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 19 November 2024.

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Cheapest flights from South Island to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Island to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 19 November 2024.

Fri 6/1216:10CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Sun 8/1219:00MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 17/11$501
Wed 25/1220:35ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Tue 31/1206:15MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 18/11$522
Thu 19/1208:30CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/112:10MEL - CHC
1 stop9h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/11$648
Wed 25/1220:35ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 31/1213:10MEL - ZQN
1 stop25h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/11$680
Tue 26/1115:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 55mAir New Zealand
Wed 4/1218:55MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 18/11$697
Wed 18/1219:50ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 35mVirgin Australia
Sat 4/107:00MEL - ZQN
1 stop26h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 18/11$784
Thu 19/1207:00ZQN - MEL
1 stop7h 35mQantas Airways
Tue 31/1213:00MEL - ZQN
1 stop6h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 18/11$842
Fri 22/1106:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 55mQantas Airways
Mon 25/1118:55MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 18/11$926
Sun 24/1111:25ZQN - MEL
1 stop22h 40mAir New Zealand
Mon 2/1209:05MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 17/11$941
Tue 3/1209:25DUD - MEL
1 stop8h 20mAir New Zealand
Tue 10/1218:55MEL - DUD
1 stop10h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 19/11$963
Fri 6/1206:05DUD - MEL
1 stop13h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/1219:00MEL - DUD
1 stop10h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/11$996
Mon 9/1210:05NSN - MEL
2 stops38h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/1219:00MEL - NSN
1 stop10h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/11$997

Best time to book a flight from South Island to Melbourne

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Travel insights for flights from South Island to Melbourne

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

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Island to Melbourne Airport (average of $263). Flying from South Island to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $381). 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 EDG to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from South Island 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 19 November 2024.

When flying from South Island 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 South Island to Melbourne Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from South Island 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 19 November 2024.

The most flights from zzEDG to MEL are scheduled on a Saturday (17 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 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 19 November 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Jetstar, Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways from South Island to Melbourne by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very Good
3,489 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

8.1
Very Good
3,489 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,489 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

8.1
Very Good
201 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,489 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

8.1
Very Good
529 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,489 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

7.6
Good
819 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,489 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

7.6
Good
489 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,489 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from South Island to Melbourne Airport are Jetstar ($230), Air New Zealand ($247), and Qantas Airways ($280).

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

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from South Island to Melbourne Airport are United Airlines (96%), Thai Airways (90%) and Turkish Airlines (90%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from South Island to Melbourne Airport is $193. On average you can expect to pay $1,102. The most popular route, (Christchurch - Melbourne), can usually be booked for $501.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Island to Melbourne Airport (average of $263). Flying from South Island to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $381). 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 5 airlines flying from South Island to Melbourne

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from South Island 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 150,367 searches. Data last updated 19 November 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$251Average$651FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$309Average$722FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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JetstarCheapest$314Average$597FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest$316Average$747FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$446Average$860FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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