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Cheap flights from New Zealand to Melbourne from $187

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 28/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — MEL
29 Mar — 5 Apr1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from New Zealand to Melbourne

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Zealand to Melbourne flight deals. Data was last updated 24 March 2025.

Round-trip from

$401

One-way from

$187

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$560
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 3/5-10/5
  • Nonstop
  • 7h 40m total
  • New Zealand to Melbourne
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 28/5
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 05m total
  • New Zealand to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($137 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($25 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 24 March 2025.

Sat 3/520:40AKL - MEL
Nonstop4h 05mJetstar
Sat 10/523:55MEL - AKL
Nonstop3h 35mJetstar
Deal found 24/3$401
Tue 13/518:20AKL - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 17/523:55MEL - AKL
Nonstop3h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/3$480
Fri 23/512:00ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Fri 30/514:30MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Deal found 24/3$496
Sat 24/508:20CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Sat 31/523:55MEL - CHC
1 stop14h 00mJetstar
Deal found 24/3$506
Fri 2/518:00ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/514:30MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/3$510
Mon 26/509:00WLG - MEL
1 stop10h 25mAir New Zealand
Sat 31/509:10MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 23/3$545
Wed 26/1113:30AKL - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mQantas Airways
Mon 8/1218:50MEL - AKL
Nonstop3h 35mQantas Airways
Deal found 22/3$566
Sat 17/506:15WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mQantas Airways
Tue 20/508:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 35mQantas Airways
Deal found 23/3$571
Mon 8/915:45CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 50mQantas Airways
Tue 16/918:40MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 24/3$576
Fri 1/806:20CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 50mEmirates
Thu 7/818:40MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 30mEmirates
Deal found 24/3$583
Wed 21/519:40CHC - MEL
1 stop14h 30mAir New Zealand
Sat 31/509:10MEL - CHC
1 stop7h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 24/3$588
Mon 26/519:40WLG - MEL
1 stop16h 25mJetstar
Sat 31/523:55MEL - WLG
1 stop16h 40mJetstar
Deal found 24/3$590

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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 24 March 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Zealand to Melbourne that are best for you.

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New Zealand

Fly to

Melbourne

Route

Departure

Return

Price

AucklandMelbourne

AKL - MEL

AKLMEL

Auckland Intl

Sat 3/5

20:40-22:45

Nonstop4h 05m

Melbourne

Sat 10/5

23:55-05:30

Nonstop3h 35m

$401

AucklandMelbourne

AKL - MEL

AKLMEL

Auckland Intl

Tue 13/5

18:20-20:35

Nonstop4h 15m

Melbourne

Sat 17/5

23:55-05:30

Nonstop3h 35m

$480

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Fri 23/5

12:00-13:25

Nonstop3h 25m

Melbourne

Fri 30/5

14:30-19:40

Nonstop3h 10m

$496

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Sat 24/5

08:20-10:05

Nonstop3h 45m

Melbourne

Sat 31/5

23:55-15:55

1 stop14h 00m

$506

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Fri 2/5

18:00-19:35

Nonstop3h 35m

Melbourne

Sun 4/5

14:30-19:40

Nonstop3h 10m

$531

AucklandMelbourne

AKL - MEL

AKLMEL

Auckland Intl

Sat 3/5

13:40-15:50

Nonstop4h 10m

Melbourne

Sat 10/5

07:00-12:40

Nonstop3h 40m

$569

WellingtonMelbourne

WLG - MEL

WLGMEL

Wellington

Fri 2/5

14:35-16:35

Nonstop4h 00m

Melbourne

Thu 8/5

08:00-13:35

Nonstop3h 35m

$573

WellingtonMelbourne

WLG - MEL

WLGMEL

Wellington

Thu 8/5

06:00-08:10

Nonstop4h 10m

Melbourne

Mon 12/5

09:10-14:50

Nonstop3h 40m

$576

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Mon 8/9

15:45-17:35

Nonstop3h 50m

Melbourne

Tue 16/9

18:40-00:10

Nonstop3h 30m

$576

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Fri 1/8

06:20-08:10

Nonstop3h 50m

Melbourne

Thu 7/8

18:40-00:10

Nonstop3h 30m

$583

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Best time to book a flight from New Zealand to Melbourne

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Zealand to Melbourne

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Melbourne (average of $263). Flying from New Zealand to Melbourne 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 24 March 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from New Zealand to Melbourne in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 61% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New Zealand to Melbourne?

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

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

Weekly flight availability from New Zealand to Melbourne

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 24 March 2025.

The most flights from NZ0 to ME1 are scheduled on a Monday (53 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (35 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 24 March 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Fiji Airways, Emirates and Air New Zealand from New Zealand to Melbourne to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
182 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 15
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NAN - LAX

Asked for water before dinner was served, didn’t get it. Dinner served but no drinks was asked or served with dinner. When asked if I wanted my seat made for bedtime, asked for water again. This time I got it. Filled the breakfast form but was still asked what I wanted. Comparing this experience with Fiji air flight from LA to Melbourne. Worse was missing my flight connection to Baltimore since Fiji air opted to wait for a passenger that couldn’t pass security. Instead of leaving at 9:40 pm, we left at 11. So spent overnight at a hotel for next day’s flight. Another expense!
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
182 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
182 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 15
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NAN - LAX

Asked for water before dinner was served, didn’t get it. Dinner served but no drinks was asked or served with dinner. When asked if I wanted my seat made for bedtime, asked for water again. This time I got it. Filled the breakfast form but was still asked what I wanted. Comparing this experience with Fiji air flight from LA to Melbourne. Worse was missing my flight connection to Baltimore since Fiji air opted to wait for a passenger that couldn’t pass security. Instead of leaving at 9:40 pm, we left at 11. So spent overnight at a hotel for next day’s flight. Another expense!
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
182 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 15
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NAN - LAX

Asked for water before dinner was served, didn’t get it. Dinner served but no drinks was asked or served with dinner. When asked if I wanted my seat made for bedtime, asked for water again. This time I got it. Filled the breakfast form but was still asked what I wanted. Comparing this experience with Fiji air flight from LA to Melbourne. Worse was missing my flight connection to Baltimore since Fiji air opted to wait for a passenger that couldn’t pass security. Instead of leaving at 9:40 pm, we left at 11. So spent overnight at a hotel for next day’s flight. Another expense!
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
454 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
182 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 15
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NAN - LAX

Asked for water before dinner was served, didn’t get it. Dinner served but no drinks was asked or served with dinner. When asked if I wanted my seat made for bedtime, asked for water again. This time I got it. Filled the breakfast form but was still asked what I wanted. Comparing this experience with Fiji air flight from LA to Melbourne. Worse was missing my flight connection to Baltimore since Fiji air opted to wait for a passenger that couldn’t pass security. Instead of leaving at 9:40 pm, we left at 11. So spent overnight at a hotel for next day’s flight. Another expense!
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
810 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
182 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 15
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NAN - LAX

Asked for water before dinner was served, didn’t get it. Dinner served but no drinks was asked or served with dinner. When asked if I wanted my seat made for bedtime, asked for water again. This time I got it. Filled the breakfast form but was still asked what I wanted. Comparing this experience with Fiji air flight from LA to Melbourne. Worse was missing my flight connection to Baltimore since Fiji air opted to wait for a passenger that couldn’t pass security. Instead of leaving at 9:40 pm, we left at 11. So spent overnight at a hotel for next day’s flight. Another expense!
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,749 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
182 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 15
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NAN - LAX

Asked for water before dinner was served, didn’t get it. Dinner served but no drinks was asked or served with dinner. When asked if I wanted my seat made for bedtime, asked for water again. This time I got it. Filled the breakfast form but was still asked what I wanted. Comparing this experience with Fiji air flight from LA to Melbourne. Worse was missing my flight connection to Baltimore since Fiji air opted to wait for a passenger that couldn’t pass security. Instead of leaving at 9:40 pm, we left at 11. So spent overnight at a hotel for next day’s flight. Another expense!

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $187 on Jetstar. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air New Zealand from $230 and Virgin Australia from $272 one-way.

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

    The most popular flight routes from New Zealand to Melbourne are Auckland Intl - Melbourne, Wellington - Melbourne and Auckland Intl - Melbourne Avalon.

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

    While on average a flight from New Zealand to Melbourne is generally $1,186, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $177. When looking at the most popular route, (Auckland Intl - Melbourne), you can expect to pay $363 for that flight.

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

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    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.

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    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?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Melbourne (average of $263). Flying from New Zealand to Melbourne 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$249Average$603FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$270Average$617FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$299Average$829FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest$315Average$758FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LATAM AirlinesCheapest$389Average$649FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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China AirlinesCheapest$450Average$685FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$456Average$800FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Air Tahiti NuiCheapest$487Average$925FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time73%
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