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Cheap flights from Wellington to Melbourne from $239

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 10/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WLG — MEL
4 Jan — 11 Jan1
1 adult

The best prices from Wellington to Melbourne are usually found in May or February, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Wellington to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Wellington (WLG) 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 30 December 2024.

Round-trip from

$571

One-way from

$239

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$905
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 8/3-15/3
  • Nonstop
  • 7h 40m total
  • Wellington to Melbourne
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 10/2
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 05m total
  • Wellington to Melbourne
High demand for flights, 10% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in December 2024

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Cheapest flights from Wellington to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Wellington to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 30 December 2024.

Tue 31/1214:35WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 05mEmirates
Fri 3/106:30MEL - WLG
1 stop15h 20mEmirates
Deal found 30/12$1,304

Find flights from Wellington to Melbourne within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Wellington 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 30 December 2024.

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WellingtonMelbourne

WLG - MEL

WLGMEL

Wellington

Sat 8/3

06:00-08:05

Nonstop4h 05m

Melbourne

Sat 15/3

09:05-14:40

Nonstop3h 35m

$571

WellingtonMelbourne

WLG - MEL

WLGMEL

Wellington

Tue 4/2

06:00-08:05

Nonstop4h 05m

Melbourne

Sat 15/2

19:00-12:35

1 stop15h 35m

$596

WellingtonMelbourne

WLG - MEL

WLGMEL

Wellington

Thu 27/3

07:40-22:45

1 stop17h 05m

Melbourne

Sun 30/3

23:55-11:35

1 stop9h 40m

$633

WellingtonMelbourne

WLG - MEL

WLGMEL

Wellington

Tue 4/2

14:35-16:40

Nonstop4h 05m

Melbourne

Sat 15/2

08:00-13:30

Nonstop3h 30m

$635

WellingtonMelbourne

WLG - MEL

WLGMEL

Wellington

Wed 12/2

14:35-16:40

Nonstop4h 05m

Melbourne

Wed 19/2

08:00-13:30

Nonstop3h 30m

$656

WellingtonMelbourne

WLG - AVV

WLGAVV

Wellington

Thu 23/1

21:15-16:25

1 stop21h 10m

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 26/1

17:00-20:15

1 stop25h 15m

$665

WellingtonMelbourne

WLG - AVV

WLGAVV

Wellington

Mon 17/2

16:00-23:15

1 stop9h 15m

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 26/2

14:55-23:50

1 stop6h 55m

$860

WellingtonMelbourne

WLG - AVV

WLGAVV

Wellington

Wed 22/1

16:00-23:15

1 stop9h 15m

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 26/1

06:00-14:50

1 stop6h 50m

$1,004

WellingtonMelbourne

WLG - MEL

WLGMEL

Wellington

Sun 27/4

12:35-12:15

1 stop25h 40m

Melbourne

Tue 3/6

12:55-17:10

2 stops26h 15m

$1,630

WellingtonMelbourne

WLG - MEL

WLGMEL

Wellington

Mon 10/2

06:00-08:05

Nonstop4h 05m

$239

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Best time to book a flight from Wellington to Melbourne

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Travel insights for flights from Wellington to Melbourne

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Wellington to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 27 December 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Wellington to Melbourne, you should look to book at least 86 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Wellington 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 30 December 2024.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Wellington to Melbourne is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 14% on airfare.

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

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

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

Weekly flight availability from Wellington to Melbourne

Explore weekly flight availability from Wellington 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 30 December 2024.

The most flights from WLG to ME1 are scheduled on a Monday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 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 30 December 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Wellington to Melbourne, such as Jetstar and Qantas Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very Good
3,376 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.1
Very Good
3,376 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,376 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.0
Very Good
192 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,376 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.0
Very Good
486 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,376 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.5
Good
808 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,376 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

6.6
Okay
479 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,376 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

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 Wellington to Melbourne. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Wellington to Melbourne?

    Wellington (WLG) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Wellington to Melbourne. You should not have trouble finding flights to Melbourne from Wellington; the airport handles an average of 11 outbound flights to Melbourne per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 4 airlines have flights from the Wellington airport to Melbourne. It is only a 5.3 km journey to Wellington (WLG) from Wellington’s city centre.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Wellington to Melbourne round-trip from $571. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Jetstar, from $633, and Qantas Airways, from $635. Users have found that Air New Zealand is 21% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Air New Zealand. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $239. Users have also found prices from $264 and $314 on Jetstar and Qantas Airways, respectively.

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

    Before booking your flight to Melbourne from Wellington, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Emirates (85%), Finnair (85%), Qantas Airways( 84%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Wellington to Melbourne?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $279. While the most popular route (Wellington - Melbourne) can be booked for $571 on average our data indicates $956 when flying from Wellington to Melbourne.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wellington to Melbourne (average of $263). Flying from Wellington 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 4 airlines flying from Wellington to Melbourne

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Wellington 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 30 December 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$474Average$775FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$481Average$702FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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JetstarCheapest$563Average$673FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest$584Average$872FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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