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Cheap flights from South Island to Melbourne from $210

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 30/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — MEL
13 Jan — 20 Jan1
1 adult

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 (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 8 January 2025.

Round-trip from

$458

One-way from

$210
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 7/5-21/5
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 35m total
  • South Island to Melbourne
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 30/3
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 45m total
  • South Island to Melbourne
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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 8 January 2025.

Wed 7/512:00ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Wed 21/514:30MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Deal found 7/1$458
Sun 16/206:00CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 23/212:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$507
Tue 18/308:30CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Tue 25/312:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 8/1$527
Fri 14/206:00CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 55mAir New Zealand
Fri 28/218:00MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/1$537
Fri 15/812:00ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 20/818:25MEL - ZQN
1 stop13h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$574
Wed 5/206:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 55mQantas Airways
Wed 12/218:55MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 6/1$601
Wed 7/515:40ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mAir New Zealand
Wed 21/518:55MEL - ZQN
2 stops12h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/1$610
Wed 5/214:00ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 35mVirgin Australia
Wed 12/208:00MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 8/1$620
Wed 19/208:45NSN - MEL
1 stop13h 55mAir New Zealand
Wed 26/218:00MEL - NSN
1 stop14h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 8/1$658
Sat 17/513:35ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
Sat 24/507:30MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 7/1$663
Wed 12/209:25DUD - MEL
1 stop13h 15mAir New Zealand
Wed 19/218:00MEL - DUD
1 stop12h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/1$693
Wed 12/215:30ZQN - AVV
1 stop9h 45mQantas Airways
Sat 22/220:55AVV - ZQN
1 stop22h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 7/1$704

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 134,765 searches. Data last updated 8 January 2025.

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QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Wed 7/5

12:00-13:25

Nonstop3h 25m

Melbourne

Wed 21/5

14:30-19:40

Nonstop3h 10m

$458

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Sun 16/2

06:00-07:55

Nonstop3h 55m

Melbourne

Sun 23/2

12:05-17:20

Nonstop3h 15m

$507

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Fri 14/2

06:00-07:55

Nonstop3h 55m

Melbourne

Fri 28/2

18:00-23:25

Nonstop3h 25m

$537

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Sat 22/2

08:30-10:20

Nonstop3h 50m

Melbourne

Sat 1/3

12:05-17:20

Nonstop3h 15m

$543

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Fri 14/2

13:05-08:05

1 stop21h 00m

Melbourne

Sun 23/2

06:15-11:20

Nonstop3h 05m

$594

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Wed 5/2

06:05-08:00

Nonstop3h 55m

Melbourne

Wed 12/2

18:55-00:15

Nonstop3h 20m

$601

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Wed 7/5

15:40-17:10

Nonstop3h 30m

Melbourne

Wed 21/5

18:55-09:40

2 stops12h 45m

$610

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Wed 5/2

14:00-15:35

Nonstop3h 35m

Melbourne

Wed 12/2

08:00-13:10

Nonstop3h 10m

$620

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Sat 17/5

13:35-15:05

Nonstop3h 30m

Melbourne

Sat 24/5

07:30-12:40

Nonstop3h 10m

$663

NelsonMelbourne

NSN - MEL

NSNMEL

Nelson

Wed 12/2

10:05-20:40

2 stops12h 35m

Melbourne

Wed 26/2

18:00-08:15

1 stop12h 15m

$691

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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?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Island to Melbourne (average of $263). Flying from South Island 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 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 8 January 2025.

When flying from South Island 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 South Island to Melbourne

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 8 January 2025.

The most flights from zzEDG to ME1 are scheduled on a Monday (20 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (12 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 8 January 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Virgin Australia, Jetstar and Qantas Airways from South Island to Melbourne. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,335 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,335 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,335 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,323 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,335 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
187 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,335 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
477 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,335 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
811 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,335 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

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 one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Jetstar. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $210. Users have also found prices from $217 and $251 on Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways, respectively.

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

    The most popular route from South Island to Melbourne is Christchurch - Melbourne. You may also consider Queenstown Intl - Melbourne or Christchurch - Melbourne Avalon.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from South Island to Melbourne are Finnair (85%), United Airlines (84%) and Jetstar (78%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from South Island to Melbourne is $227. On average you can expect to pay $900. The most popular route, (Christchurch - Melbourne), can usually be booked for $488.

  • 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?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Island to Melbourne (average of $263). Flying from South Island 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 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 134,765 searches. Data last updated 8 January 2025.
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$254Average$665FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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EmiratesCheapest$322Average$774FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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JetstarCheapest$338Average$615FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$342Average$738FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$456Average$891FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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