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

Jetstar, at $246, was found to be the cheapest airline from Melbourne to Christchurch.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Virgin Australia and Emirates. Jetstar is 53% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination. Find deals

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

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Christchurch ranges from 40.0 - 60.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Christchurch when rainfall is around 40.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Christchurch, 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 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 6.0 C).

What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Christchurch?

While on average a flight from Melbourne to Christchurch is generally $855, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $214. When looking at the most popular route, (Melbourne - Christchurch), you can expect to pay $313 for that flight.

What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne to Christchurch?

Before booking your flight to Christchurch from Melbourne, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Thai Airways (90%), Etihad Airways (90%), Turkish Airlines( 90%).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Melbourne to Christchurch?

Emirates, Jetstar and Air New Zealand are the most popular airlines when flying from Melbourne to Christchurch.

What is the cheapest day to fly return from Melbourne to Christchurch?

Flights from Melbourne to Christchurch are generally found to be more expensive on Sunday. This shouldn't discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Christchurch.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Christchurch?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in December. For low rates, May can be a great choice for travel to Christchurch. Flights to Christchurch from Melbourne in May are about $530 on average during May, but can be found for as low as $248.

What airport do you fly into for flights to Christchurch from Melbourne?

Christchurch (CHC), located 9.5 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Melbourne to Christchurch. 5 airlines have flights to Christchurch from Melbourne on a regular basis. Booking flights from Melbourne to Christchurch should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 8 inbound flights from Melbourne per day.

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

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

How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Christchurch?

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

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

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

$251+ Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Christchurch

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Christchurch are usually found in May or June, booked 84 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Christchurch

Round-trip from	$426
One-way from	$251
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	May
Average price	$475

Jetstar
10/9-11/9
Nonstop
7h 00m total
Melbourne to Christchurch

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Jetstar
12/9
Nonstop
3h 15m total
Melbourne to Christchurch

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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($115 potential increase over avg. return price).

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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($28 potential savings vs. average return price).

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Christchurch
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Christchurch. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 August 2025.

Wed 10/911:05MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 15mJetstar

Thu 11/908:20CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 45mJetstar

Deal found 14/8$426

Fri 5/911:05MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 15mJetstar

Wed 10/908:20CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 45mJetstar

Deal found 13/8$446

Fri 5/911:05MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 15mJetstar

Thu 11/908:20CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 45mJetstar

Deal found 14/8$449

Wed 3/911:05MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines

Mon 8/906:10CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 13/8$475

Thu 11/911:05MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 15mJetstar

Thu 18/908:20CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 45mJetstar

Deal found 14/8$480

Fri 5/911:05MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines

Wed 10/910:00CHC - MEL

1 stop9h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 13/8$483

Mon 1/923:55MEL - CHC

1 stop7h 55mJetstar

Wed 3/908:20CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 45mJetstar

Deal found 13/8$489

Mon 8/923:55MEL - CHC

1 stop12h 40mJetstar

Wed 10/908:20CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 45mJetstar

Deal found 13/8$491

Tue 9/923:55MEL - CHC

1 stop12h 40mJetstar

Thu 11/908:20CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 45mJetstar

Deal found 13/8$492

Thu 11/915:50AVV - CHC

1 stop6h 20mMultiple Airlines

Sat 20/916:40CHC - AVV

1 stop8h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 14/8$761

Thu 11/915:50AVV - CHC

1 stop6h 20mMultiple Airlines

Fri 19/911:20CHC - AVV

2 stops24h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 14/8$771

Sat 13/915:50AVV - CHC

1 stop6h 20mMultiple Airlines

Sat 20/916:40CHC - AVV

1 stop8h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 14/8$787

Best flights from Melbourne to Christchurch
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Melbourne to Christchurch that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 15 August 2025.

Wed 10/911:05MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 15mJetstar

Thu 11/908:20CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 45mJetstar

Deal found 14/8$426

Wed 3/911:05MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines

Mon 8/906:10CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 13/8$475

Tue 9/911:05MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 15mJetstar

Thu 11/908:20CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 45mJetstar

Deal found 13/8$446

Fri 5/911:05MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines

Wed 10/910:00CHC - MEL

1 stop9h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 13/8$483

Fri 5/911:05MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 15mJetstar

Wed 10/908:20CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 45mJetstar

Deal found 13/8$446

Fri 5/911:05MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 15mJetstar

Thu 11/908:20CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 45mJetstar

Deal found 14/8$449

Thu 11/911:05MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 15mJetstar

Thu 18/908:20CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 45mJetstar

Deal found 14/8$480

Fri 12/911:05MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 15mJetstar

Sun 14/908:20CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 45mJetstar

Deal found 12/8$480

Thu 11/915:50AVV - CHC

1 stop6h 20mMultiple Airlines

Sat 20/916:40CHC - AVV

1 stop8h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 14/8$761

Thu 11/915:50AVV - CHC

1 stop6h 20mMultiple Airlines

Fri 19/911:20CHC - AVV

2 stops24h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 14/8$771

Sat 13/915:50AVV - CHC

1 stop6h 20mMultiple Airlines

Sat 20/916:40CHC - AVV

1 stop8h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 14/8$787

Sat 30/815:50AVV - CHC

1 stop6h 20mMultiple Airlines

Tue 21/1016:40CHC - AVV

1 stop8h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/8$831

Direct flights from Melbourne to Christchurch
Explore direct flight options from Melbourne to Christchurch based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 15 August 2025.

Wed 10/911:05MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 15mJetstar

Thu 11/908:20CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 45mJetstar

Deal found 14/8$426

Fri 5/911:05MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 15mJetstar

Wed 10/908:20CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 45mJetstar

Deal found 13/8$446

Fri 5/911:05MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 15mJetstar

Thu 11/908:20CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 45mJetstar

Deal found 14/8$449

Wed 3/911:05MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines

Mon 8/906:10CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 13/8$475

Thu 11/911:05MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 15mJetstar

Thu 18/908:20CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 45mJetstar

Deal found 14/8$480

Thu 18/911:05MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 15mJetstar

Thu 25/908:20CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 45mJetstar

Deal found 13/8$485

Sat 30/811:05MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines

Tue 21/1006:10CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/8$498

Thu 11/911:05MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 15mJetstar

Sun 21/908:20CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 45mJetstar

Deal found 14/8$501

Last-minute flights from Melbourne to Christchurch
Discover last-minute flight deals from Melbourne to Christchurch. Data last updated 15 August 2025 and is based on user searches.

Tue 19/811:05MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines

Tue 26/806:10CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 13/8$574

Tue 19/811:05MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 15mJetstar

Tue 26/816:30CHC - MEL

1 stop8h 15mJetstar

Deal found 13/8$615

Tue 19/818:55MEL - CHC

1 stop10h 30mAir New Zealand

Tue 26/808:45CHC - MEL

1 stop13h 50mAir New Zealand

Deal found 13/8$690

Wed 20/811:05MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 15mJetstar

Wed 27/809:40CHC - MEL

1 stop15h 05mJetstar

Deal found 13/8$578

Wed 20/811:05MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines

Wed 27/806:10CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 13/8$586

Wed 20/815:00MEL - CHC

1 stop15h 05mAir New Zealand

Wed 27/810:30CHC - MEL

1 stop9h 15mAir New Zealand

Deal found 13/8$687

Wed 20/814:55AVV - CHC

1 stop7h 04mQantas Airways

Wed 27/806:10CHC - AVV

1 stop15h 55mQantas Airways

Deal found 13/8$923

Wed 20/806:00AVV - CHC

2 stops9h 35mJetstar

Wed 27/820:30CHC - AVV

2 stops19h 40mJetstar

Deal found 13/8$1,029

Wed 20/814:55AVV - CHC

1 stop7h 04mMultiple Airlines

Wed 27/820:30CHC - AVV

2 stops19h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 13/8$1,084

Mon 1/923:55MEL - CHC

1 stop7h 55mJetstar

Wed 3/908:20CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 45mJetstar

Deal found 13/8$489

Wed 3/911:05MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines

Mon 8/906:10CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 13/8$475

Fri 5/911:05MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 15mJetstar

Wed 10/908:20CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 45mJetstar

Deal found 13/8$446

One-way flights from Melbourne to Christchurch
Search for one-way flight options from Melbourne to Christchurch. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 15 August 2025.

Fri 12/911:05MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 15mJetstar

Deal found 13/8$251

Mon 15/911:05MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 15mJetstar

Deal found 15/8$267

Wed 3/911:05MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 15mJetstar

Deal found 13/8$270

Wed 10/911:05MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 15mJetstar

Deal found 13/8$273

Wed 15/1018:25MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 25mAir New Zealand

Deal found 13/8$296

Sun 12/1008:35MEL - CHC

1 stop9h 20mAir New Zealand

Deal found 12/8$305

Thu 11/908:35MEL - CHC

1 stop9h 00mAir New Zealand

Deal found 13/8$307

Sun 5/1016:55AVV - CHC

1 stop29h 15mJetstar

Deal found 14/8$342

Wed 26/1117:00AVV - CHC

1 stop29h 05mJetstar

Deal found 14/8$344

Thu 11/915:50AVV - CHC

1 stop6h 20mJetstar

Deal found 13/8$368

Sat 4/1015:50AVV - CHC

1 stop29h 20mJetstar

Deal found 14/8$371

Sun 7/1217:00AVV - CHC

1 stop29h 05mJetstar

Deal found 13/8$386

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MEL - CHC

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Wed 10/9

11:05-16:20

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Christchurch

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08:20-10:05

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$426

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11:05-16:20

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Christchurch

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$446

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Fri 5/9

11:05-16:20

Nonstop3h 15m

Christchurch

Wed 10/9

08:20-10:05

Nonstop3h 45m

$446

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Fri 5/9

11:05-16:20

Nonstop3h 15m

Christchurch

Thu 11/9

08:20-10:05

Nonstop3h 45m

$449

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Wed 3/9

11:05-16:20

Nonstop3h 15m

Christchurch

Mon 8/9

06:10-08:05

Nonstop3h 55m

$475

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Thu 11/9

11:05-16:20

Nonstop3h 15m

Christchurch

Thu 18/9

08:20-10:05

Nonstop3h 45m

$480

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Fri 12/9

11:05-16:20

Nonstop3h 15m

Christchurch

Sun 14/9

08:20-10:05

Nonstop3h 45m

$480

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Fri 5/9

11:05-16:20

Nonstop3h 15m

Christchurch

Wed 10/9

10:00-17:45

1 stop9h 45m

$483

MelbourneChristchurch

AVV - CHC

AVVCHC

Melbourne Avalon

Thu 11/9

15:50-00:10

1 stop6h 20m

Christchurch

Sat 20/9

16:40-22:50

1 stop8h 10m

$761

MelbourneChristchurch

AVV - CHC

AVVCHC

Melbourne Avalon

Thu 11/9

15:50-00:10

1 stop6h 20m

Christchurch

Fri 19/9

11:20-09:45

2 stops24h 25m

$771

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Christchurch

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne to Christchurch

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Christchurch (average of $346). Flying from Melbourne to Christchurch in December is currently the most expensive (average of $480). 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 MEL to CHC?

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 43% on flights from Melbourne to Christchurch by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

Weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Christchurch

The most flights from ME1 to CHC are scheduled on a Tuesday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Christchurch

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne to Christchurch, such as Emirates, Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,315 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Anonymous,June 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,315 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,315 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Anonymous,June 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very Good

504 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,315 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Anonymous,June 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

Qantas Airways

7.5

Good

895 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,315 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Anonymous,June 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

Virgin Australia

7.5

Good

411 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,315 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Anonymous,June 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

Jetstar

6.5

Okay

463 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,315 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Anonymous,June 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

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What airport do you fly into for flights to Christchurch from Melbourne?
Christchurch (CHC), located 9.5 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Melbourne to Christchurch. 5 airlines have flights to Christchurch from Melbourne on a regular basis. Booking flights from Melbourne to Christchurch should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 8 inbound flights from Melbourne per day.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne to Christchurch round-trip?
Jetstar, at $246, was found to be the cheapest airline from Melbourne to Christchurch.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Virgin Australia and Emirates. Jetstar is 53% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.
What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne to Christchurch?
Before booking your flight to Christchurch from Melbourne, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Thai Airways (90%), Etihad Airways (90%), Turkish Airlines( 90%).
What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Christchurch?
While on average a flight from Melbourne to Christchurch is generally $855, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $214. When looking at the most popular route, (Melbourne - Christchurch), you can expect to pay $313 for that flight.
Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Christchurch that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to Christchurch flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Christchurch?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to Christchurch.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Christchurch?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Christchurch 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 Melbourne to Christchurch?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Christchurch (average of $346). Flying from Melbourne to Christchurch in December is currently the most expensive (average of $480). 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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Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Jetstar	Cheapest$246	Average$494	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Jetstar flights
Virgin Australia	Cheapest$249	Average$711	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time80%	Search Virgin Australia flights
Emirates	Cheapest$300	Average$600	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Emirates flights
Qantas Airways	Cheapest$320	Average$631	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Qantas Airways flights
Air New Zealand	Cheapest$323	Average$555	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%	Search Air New Zealand flights

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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Christchurch are usually found in May or June, booked 84 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Christchurch
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Christchurch. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 August 2025.