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Cheap flights from Auckland to Melbourne from $205

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 13/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — MEL
25 Nov — 2 Dec1
1 adult

The best prices from Auckland Intl to Melbourne are usually found in August or May, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Sunday

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Auckland 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 149,782 searches. Data last updated 20 November 2024.

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AucklandMelbourne

AKL - MEL

AKLMEL

Auckland Intl

Tue 10/12

20:40-22:45

Nonstop4h 05m

Melbourne

Thu 12/12

23:55-05:30

Nonstop3h 35m

$502

AucklandMelbourne

AKL - MEL

AKLMEL

Auckland Intl

Thu 5/12

21:05-22:55

Nonstop3h 50m

Melbourne

Wed 11/12

13:40-19:05

Nonstop3h 25m

$507

AucklandMelbourne

AKL - MEL

AKLMEL

Auckland Intl

Sat 7/12

20:40-22:45

Nonstop4h 05m

Melbourne

Thu 12/12

13:40-19:05

Nonstop3h 25m

$516

AucklandMelbourne

AKL - AVV

AKLAVV

Auckland Intl

Wed 5/3

06:20-20:20

1 stop16h 00m

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 12/3

20:55-14:10

1 stop15h 15m

$624

AucklandMelbourne

AKL - MEL

AKLMEL

Auckland Intl

Fri 18/4

18:20-20:35

Nonstop4h 15m

Melbourne

Wed 23/4

18:55-00:35

Nonstop3h 40m

$682

AucklandMelbourne

AKL - AVV

AKLAVV

Auckland Intl

Sat 10/5

07:30-14:10

1 stop8h 40m

Melbourne Avalon

Sat 24/5

06:00-17:00

1 stop9h 00m

$694

AucklandMelbourne

AKL - MEL

AKLMEL

Auckland Intl

Thu 10/4

20:35-22:45

Nonstop4h 10m

Melbourne

Tue 15/4

18:30-00:05

Nonstop3h 35m

$697

AucklandMelbourne

AKL - MEL

AKLMEL

Auckland Intl

Mon 2/12

07:35-20:05

1 stop14h 30m

Melbourne

Sat 7/12

06:30-16:50

1 stop8h 20m

$753

AucklandMelbourne

AKL - AVV

AKLAVV

Auckland Intl

Sat 10/5

06:00-14:10

2 stops34h 10m

Melbourne Avalon

Sat 24/5

10:35-07:35

2 stops19h 00m

$1,204

AucklandMelbourne

AKL - MEL

AKLMEL

Auckland Intl

Fri 13/12

20:40-22:45

Nonstop4h 05m

$205

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Cheap flight deals from Auckland to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Auckland (AKL) to Melbourne (ME1). 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 20 November 2024.

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$502

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$205

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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 10/12-12/12
  • Nonstop
  • 7h 40m total
  • Auckland to Melbourne
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 13/12
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 05m total
  • Auckland to Melbourne
High demand for flights, 23% potential price rise
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Cheapest flights from Auckland to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Auckland to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 November 2024.

Tue 10/1220:40AKL - MEL
Nonstop4h 05mJetstar
Thu 12/1223:55MEL - AKL
Nonstop3h 35mJetstar
Deal found 19/11$502
Thu 5/1221:05AKL - MEL
Nonstop3h 50mChina Airlines
Wed 11/1213:40MEL - AKL
Nonstop3h 25mChina Airlines
Deal found 19/11$507
Sat 7/1220:40AKL - MEL
Nonstop4h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/1213:40MEL - AKL
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11$516
Wed 11/1206:20AKL - AVV
1 stop9h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 15/1206:00AVV - AKL
1 stop16h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11$697
Wed 25/1220:55AKL - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mQantas Airways
Fri 17/118:50MEL - AKL
Nonstop3h 35mQantas Airways
Deal found 19/11$736
Mon 2/1207:35AKL - MEL
1 stop14h 30mLATAM Airlines
Sat 7/1206:30MEL - AKL
1 stop8h 20mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 20/11$753
Thu 5/1206:45AKL - AVV
1 stop11h 00mJetstar
Wed 11/1220:55AVV - AKL
1 stop15h 15mJetstar
Deal found 19/11$978
Mon 25/1119:00AKL - AVV
1 stop14h 35mQantas Airways
Wed 27/1108:10AVV - AKL
1 stop7h 40mQantas Airways
Deal found 19/11$1,016

Best time to book a flight from Auckland to Melbourne

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

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Auckland to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 15 November 2024.

Booking 89 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Auckland to Melbourne. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Melbourne (average of $263). Flying from Auckland to Melbourne 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 AKL to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Auckland 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 20 November 2024.

When flying from Auckland to Melbourne, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 27% versus a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Auckland to Melbourne?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Auckland to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 18 November 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Auckland to Melbourne flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Auckland to Melbourne

Explore weekly flight availability from Auckland 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 20 November 2024.

The most flights from AKL to ME1 are scheduled on a Tuesday (50 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (36 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 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 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, 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 20 November 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Auckland to Melbourne, see what other customers have to say about Qantas Airways, LATAM Airlines and Jetstar. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.0

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 2

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.

8.7
Very Good
68 reviews
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.0

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 2

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.

8.3
Very Good
778 reviews
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.0

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 2

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.

8.1
Very Good
531 reviews
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.0

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 2

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.

7.6
Good
820 reviews
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.0

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 2

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.

7.5
Good
1,934 reviews
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.0

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 2

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.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Auckland to Melbourne. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • Why visit Melbourne from Auckland?

    Melbourne is the stylish state capital of Victoria. It tempts in over 2 million travellers a year – and New Zealanders are one the city’s top customers. Why? For starters, there’s a great choice of cheap, direct flights from Auckland to Melbourne. And the journey only lasts around 4 hours.Then there’s Melbourne itself. The city is an intriguing mix of architecture, hipster haunts and elegant Victorian neighbourhoods. Its pop-up restaurants, street art, mind-bending art galleries and achingly cool coffee shops tick all the travel trends boxes.It’s not without old-world charm, either. Some of the stateliest architecture dates back to the 19th century, when the city made a fortune on the back of the Victorian gold rush. The State Library of Victoria and Collins Street are prime examples of its heyday as a boomtown. Best of all? A cheap flight from Auckland to Melbourne will deliver you to this cutting-edge city in around 4 hours.

  • How long is the flight from Auckland to Melbourne?

    Direct Auckland to Melbourne flights last just over 4 hours. Stopovers can add several hours to the journey time.

  • Which airlines operate flights from Auckland to Melbourne?

    Lots of companies fly direct, including Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia, Air New Zealand, Emirates and Jetstar. Other carriers such as China Airlines offer flights from Auckland to Melbourne via Sydney.

  • How frequent are flights between Auckland and Melbourne?

    There are usually at least 10 direct flights a day.

  • Which airports serve Auckland and Melbourne?

    Most flights from Auckland to Melbourne land in Melbourne Tullamarine, but there’s a chance you’ll end up in another local airport called Avalon. All flights start off from Auckland Airport.

  • Which direct flight route between Auckland and Melbourne is cheapest?

    The cheapest route is usually the direct Auckland to Melbourne flight. The best prices often come from budget airlines like Jetstar.

  • How frequent are flights between Auckland and Melbourne?

    There are usually at least 10 direct flights a day.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Auckland to Melbourne?

    Located just 17.9 km from the city centre, Auckland Intl is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Melbourne from Auckland. Booking flights from Auckland Intl (AKL) to Melbourne should be relatively easy as there are 45 daily outbound flights to Melbourne from 7 different airlines.

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

    Jetstar, at $502, was found to be the cheapest airline from Auckland to Melbourne.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include China Airlines and Air New Zealand. You may be able to fly from Auckland to Melbourne for 10% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Jetstar, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $205. China Airlines flights start at $226 while deals on Air New Zealand start at $265 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Auckland to Melbourne?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Auckland to Melbourne consider choosing Virgin Atlantic(89%), Thai Airways(74%) or Air New Zealand(72%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Auckland to Melbourne?

    The cheapest flight price from Auckland to Melbourne is $187. On average you can expect to pay $1,200. The most popular route, (Auckland Intl - Melbourne), can usually be booked for $409.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Auckland 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 Auckland to Melbourne?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Melbourne (average of $263). Flying from Auckland to Melbourne 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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JetstarCheapest$376Average$556FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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LATAM AirlinesCheapest$397Average$650FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Air Tahiti NuiCheapest$421Average$900FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time73%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$437Average$785FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$457Average$640FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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China AirlinesCheapest$517Average$681FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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EmiratesCheapest$518Average$773FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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