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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Tauranga from $947

This is the cheapest return 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. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
MEL — TRG
2 May — 9 May1
1 adult
Thu 2/5
Thu 9/5

The best prices from Melbourne to Tauranga are usually found in August or September, booked 35 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Tauranga

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to Tauranga (TRG). 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 27 April 2024.

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January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$937

Round-trip from

$739
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What is the cheapest day to fly return from Melbourne Airport to Tauranga?

Users have found that flying from Melbourne Airport to Tauranga on a Thursday typically leans towards higher prices. However, this doesn’t mean you still can’t find a deal. Flexibility with other aspects of your flight can still land a great price for your trip.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Tauranga?

Users have found that booking a flight from Melbourne Airport to Tauranga at least 35 days early can save you up to 38% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 35 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from Melbourne Airport to Tauranga for as little as $933 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as $1,463 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Tauranga?

Our data shows that August tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Tauranga from Melbourne Airport. Users have commonly found prices around $1,068 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $741. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in January.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne Airport to Tauranga (MEL - TRG)?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Melbourne Airport to Tauranga in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 1% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.

Cheap Air New Zealand flights from Melbourne to Tauranga

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Air New Zealand for the route between Melbourne and Tauranga. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 586,962 searches. Data last updated 27 April 2024.
Peruse some of the lowest-priced Air New Zealand flights we've found from Melbourne to Tauranga. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.
Tue 28/518:55MEL - TRG
1 stop10h 15mAir New Zealand
Thu 30/518:05TRG - MEL
1 stop18h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 25/4$947
Tue 28/518:55MEL - TRG
1 stop10h 15mAir New Zealand
Thu 30/518:05TRG - MEL
1 stop18h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 26/4$950
Tue 28/518:55MEL - TRG
1 stop10h 15mAir New Zealand
Thu 30/510:55TRG - MEL
2 stops11h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 25/4$1,304
Tue 28/518:55MEL - TRG
1 stop10h 15mAir New Zealand
Thu 30/510:55TRG - MEL
2 stops11h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 26/4$1,308

Cheap Qantas Airways flights from Melbourne to Tauranga

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Qantas Airways for the route between Melbourne and Tauranga. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 586,962 searches. Data last updated 27 April 2024.
Browse through some of the cheapest Qantas Airways flights travelling from Melbourne to Tauranga. Deals are refreshing constantly so come back soon for more options.
Tue 28/506:00MEL - TRG
2 stops9h 35mQantas Airways
Thu 30/511:50TRG - MEL
2 stops12h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 25/4$1,605
Tue 28/506:00MEL - TRG
2 stops12h 50mQantas Airways
Thu 30/511:50TRG - MEL
2 stops12h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 26/4$1,610

Cheap Melbourne to Tauranga flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from Melbourne to Tauranga specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 586,962 searches. Prices were last updated on 27 April 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Melbourne to Tauranga in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Tue 28/518:55MEL - TRG
1 stop10h 15mAir New Zealand
Thu 30/518:05TRG - MEL
1 stop18h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 25/4$947
Tue 28/518:55MEL - TRG
1 stop10h 15mAir New Zealand
Thu 30/518:05TRG - MEL
1 stop18h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 26/4$950
Tue 28/518:55MEL - TRG
1 stop10h 15mAir New Zealand
Thu 30/510:55TRG - MEL
2 stops11h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 25/4$1,304
Tue 28/518:55MEL - TRG
1 stop10h 15mAir New Zealand
Thu 30/510:55TRG - MEL
2 stops11h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 26/4$1,308
Tue 28/506:00MEL - TRG
2 stops9h 35mQantas Airways
Thu 30/511:50TRG - MEL
2 stops12h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 25/4$1,605
Tue 28/506:00MEL - TRG
2 stops12h 50mQantas Airways
Thu 30/511:50TRG - MEL
2 stops12h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 26/4$1,610

Melbourne to Tauranga 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Melbourne and Tauranga in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 586,962 searches. Data last updated 27 April 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Melbourne to Tauranga in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Tue 28/518:55MEL - TRG
1 stop10h 15mAir New Zealand
Thu 30/518:05TRG - MEL
1 stop18h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 25/4$947
Tue 28/518:55MEL - TRG
1 stop10h 15mAir New Zealand
Thu 30/518:05TRG - MEL
1 stop18h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 26/4$950
Tue 28/518:55MEL - TRG
1 stop10h 15mAir New Zealand
Thu 30/510:55TRG - MEL
2 stops11h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 25/4$1,304
Tue 28/518:55MEL - TRG
1 stop10h 15mAir New Zealand
Thu 30/510:55TRG - MEL
2 stops11h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 26/4$1,308
Tue 28/506:00MEL - TRG
2 stops9h 35mQantas Airways
Thu 30/511:50TRG - MEL
2 stops12h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 25/4$1,605
Tue 28/506:00MEL - TRG
2 stops12h 50mQantas Airways
Thu 30/511:50TRG - MEL
2 stops12h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 26/4$1,610

Find flights from Melbourne to Tauranga within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Tauranga 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 586,962 searches. Data last updated 27 April 2024.

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$947 - $1,610

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MelbourneTauranga

MEL - TRG

MELTRG

Melbourne

Tue 28/5

1 stop10h 15m

Tauranga

Thu 30/5

1 stop18h 45m

$947

MelbourneTauranga

MEL - TRG

MELTRG

Melbourne

Tue 28/5

1 stop10h 15m

Tauranga

Thu 30/5

1 stop18h 45m

$950

MelbourneTauranga

MEL - TRG

MELTRG

Melbourne

Tue 28/5

1 stop10h 15m

Tauranga

Thu 30/5

2 stops11h 55m

$1,304

MelbourneTauranga

MEL - TRG

MELTRG

Melbourne

Tue 28/5

1 stop10h 15m

Tauranga

Thu 30/5

2 stops11h 55m

$1,308

MelbourneTauranga

MEL - TRG

MELTRG

Melbourne

Tue 28/5

2 stops9h 35m

Tauranga

Thu 30/5

2 stops12h 50m

$1,605

MelbourneTauranga

MEL - TRG

MELTRG

Melbourne

Tue 28/5

2 stops12h 50m

Tauranga

Thu 30/5

2 stops12h 50m

$1,610

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When is the best time to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Tauranga?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Tauranga. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Tauranga, you should look to book at least 34 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.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne Airport to Tauranga?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Tauranga. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne Airport to Tauranga flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings 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.
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Average price of flights to Tauranga by month

Plan your trip from Melbourne to Tauranga by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Melbourne to Tauranga is currently $0 while a return flight costs $1,287. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.

Temperature and rainfall in Tauranga by month

Plan your trip to Tauranga by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

TRG

Temperature

10 - 19 °C

Reviews of airlines servicing Tauranga

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Tauranga. 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 Tauranga. Reviews last updated 27 April 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne to Tauranga, such as Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
647 reviews
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Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
647 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
647 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

Qantas Airways
7.7
Good
998 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
647 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Tauranga. 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 into for flights to Tauranga from Melbourne?

    Tauranga (TRG) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Melbourne to Tauranga. You should not have trouble finding flights to Tauranga from Melbourne; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Melbourne per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 1 airline has flights to the Tauranga airport from Melbourne. It is only a 3.0 km journey from Tauranga (TRG) to Tauranga’s city centre.

  • Can I find flights from Melbourne Airport to Tauranga for under $1,000 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Melbourne Airport to Tauranga for under $1,000. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Air New Zealand for just $947, but on average you can expect to pay $1,287.

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

    Flying on Air New Zealand is currently your cheapest option to Tauranga, with prices starting at $947. Another option worth looking into is Qantas Airways, starting at $1,605 round trip. You may be able to fly from Melbourne Airport to Tauranga for 11% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What does MEL to TRG mean?

    This is defined as Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Tauranga Airport (TRG). Codes like Tauranga Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Tauranga that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Melbourne to Tauranga flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Melbourne to Tauranga with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Melbourne to Tauranga flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Tauranga by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Tauranga that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Melbourne to Tauranga offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Melbourne to Tauranga?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Melbourne to Tauranga flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Melbourne Airport to Tauranga flight deals updated?

    The Melbourne Airport to Tauranga flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 26/4.

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