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Cheap flights from New Zealand to Melbourne from $213

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 1/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — MEL
23 Jan — 30 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 (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 18 January 2025.

Round-trip from

$454

One-way from

$213
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 7/3-13/3
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 35m total
  • New Zealand to Melbourne
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 1/6
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 45m 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 18 January 2025.

Fri 7/320:35ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Thu 13/306:15MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 17/1$454
Thu 20/220:40AKL - MEL
Nonstop4h 05mJetstar
Sun 23/223:55MEL - AKL
Nonstop3h 35mJetstar
Deal found 18/1$472
Thu 6/221:05AKL - MEL
Nonstop3h 50mChina Airlines
Thu 13/213:40MEL - AKL
Nonstop3h 25mChina Airlines
Deal found 16/1$490
Sun 9/221:15AKL - MEL
Nonstop3h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 18/223:55MEL - AKL
Nonstop3h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/1$504
Wed 26/308:50CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Sun 30/312:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 17/1$536
Mon 17/306:00CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 28/312:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/1$554
Fri 7/320:35ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 13/318:55MEL - ZQN
1 stop12h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/1$577
Mon 17/207:35AKL - AVV
1 stop14h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 24/206:00AVV - AKL
1 stop8h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/1$583
Mon 17/306:00CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 55mAir New Zealand
Thu 20/318:55MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 18/1$592
Sat 8/318:05WLG - MEL
1 stop15h 50mAir New Zealand
Tue 11/318:55MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 18/1$609
Sat 11/1016:05ZQN - MEL
2 stops23h 40mAir New Zealand
Wed 15/1009:10MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 17/1$611
Mon 17/221:05WLG - MEL
1 stop27h 40mJetstar
Sat 22/220:45MEL - WLG
1 stop13h 50mJetstar
Deal found 18/1$615

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 18 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

$454

AucklandMelbourne

AKL - MEL

AKLMEL

Auckland Intl

Fri 28/3

20:40-22:45

Nonstop4h 05m

Melbourne

Sun 30/3

23:55-05:30

Nonstop3h 35m

$468

AucklandMelbourne

AKL - MEL

AKLMEL

Auckland Intl

Thu 6/2

21:05-22:55

Nonstop3h 50m

Melbourne

Thu 13/2

13:40-19:05

Nonstop3h 25m

$490

AucklandMelbourne

AKL - MEL

AKLMEL

Auckland Intl

Sun 9/2

21:15-23:05

Nonstop3h 50m

Melbourne

Tue 18/2

23:55-05:30

Nonstop3h 35m

$504

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Wed 26/3

08:50-10:40

Nonstop3h 50m

Melbourne

Sun 30/3

12:05-17:20

Nonstop3h 15m

$536

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Wed 12/2

06:00-07:55

Nonstop3h 55m

Melbourne

Wed 19/2

18:55-00:20

Nonstop3h 25m

$549

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Mon 17/3

06:00-07:55

Nonstop3h 55m

Melbourne

Fri 28/3

12:05-17:20

Nonstop3h 15m

$554

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Fri 7/3

20:35-22:05

Nonstop3h 30m

Melbourne

Thu 13/3

18:55-09:20

1 stop12h 25m

$577

AucklandMelbourne

AKL - AVV

AKLAVV

Auckland Intl

Tue 25/3

07:35-14:10

1 stop8h 35m

Melbourne Avalon

Thu 27/3

06:00-16:50

1 stop8h 50m

$579

WellingtonMelbourne

WLG - MEL

WLGMEL

Wellington

Sat 8/3

18:05-07:55

1 stop15h 50m

Melbourne

Tue 11/3

18:55-00:30

Nonstop3h 35m

$609

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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?

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 18 January 2025.

When flying from New Zealand to Melbourne, 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

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 18 January 2025.

The most flights from NZ0 to ME1 are scheduled on a Wednesday (64 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (46 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 18 January 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Qantas Airways, Air New Zealand and China Airlines 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.
China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
737 reviews
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Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

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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Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,354 reviews
China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
737 reviews
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Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,327 reviews
China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
737 reviews
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Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

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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Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
485 reviews
China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
737 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

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 one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $213 on Jetstar. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include China Airlines from $220 and Air New Zealand from $232 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, Auckland Intl - Melbourne Avalon and Christchurch - Melbourne.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from New Zealand to Melbourne on time: SriLankan Airlines (79%), Emirates (78%), Finnair (78%).

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

    While on average a flight from New Zealand to Melbourne is generally $1,018, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $212. When looking at the most popular route, (Auckland Intl - Melbourne), you can expect to pay $420 for that flight.

  • 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?

    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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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 18 January 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$263Average$678FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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EmiratesCheapest$325Average$820FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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JetstarCheapest$336Average$616FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$346Average$789FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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LATAM AirlinesCheapest$398Average$654FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$460Average$846FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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China AirlinesCheapest$480Average$707FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Air Tahiti NuiCheapest$499Average$949FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time73%
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