Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch from $314
This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 24/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — CHC
10 Oct — 17 Oct1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Christchurch are usually found in May or June, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday 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 10 September 2026.
Sat 24/1012:05 -
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Deal found 8/9$493
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Deal found 9/9$509
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Deal found 6/9$539
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Deal found 9/9$544
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Deal found 8/9$551
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Deal found 7/9$552
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Deal found 8/9$557
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 10 September 2026.
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Deal found 9/9$579
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Deal found 5/9$588
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Deal found 8/9$879
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Deal found 9/9$1,027
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Deal found 5/9$595
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Deal found 4/9$1,005
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Deal found 9/9$1,088
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Deal found 6/9$1,148
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Deal found 4/9$1,189
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Deal found 8/9$1,181
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Deal found 8/9$1,330
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Deal found 8/9$1,348
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 10 September 2026.
Sat 24/1012:05 -
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Sat 31/1009:15 -
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Deal found 8/9$493
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Deal found 9/9$509
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Deal found 6/9$539
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Deal found 9/9$544
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Deal found 8/9$551
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Deal found 7/9$552
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Deal found 8/9$557
Last-minute flights from Melbourne to Christchurch
Discover last-minute flight deals from Melbourne to Christchurch. Data last updated 10 September 2026 and is based on user searches.
Fri 16/1012:05 -
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Deal found 7/9$552
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Deal found 8/9$551
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Deal found 9/9$570
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Deal found 8/9$493
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Deal found 9/9$509
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Deal found 8/9$557
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1 stop17h 50m
Deal found 8/9$568
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 10 September 2026.
Sat 24/1012:05 -
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Deal found 6/9$314
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Deal found 6/9$316
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Deal found 7/9$318
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Deal found 9/9$324
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Deal found 7/9$325
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Deal found 8/9$327
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Deal found 8/9$329
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Deal found 6/9$336
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Deal found 8/9$341
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Deal found 9/9$352
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Deal found 5/9$359
Find flight deals from Melbourne to Christchurch
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to Christchurch (CHC). 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 10 September 2026.
Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Christchurch 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated 10 September 2026.
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MEL Melbourne - CHC Christchurch
MELCHC
Melbourne
Sun 21/2
18:20-23:45
Nonstop3h 25m
Christchurch
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$327
MelbourneChristchurch
MEL Melbourne - CHC Christchurch
MELCHC
Melbourne
Thu 3/12
19:10-00:35
Nonstop3h 25m
Christchurch
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$336
Fastest return journey
MelbourneChristchurch
MEL Melbourne - CHC Christchurch
MELCHC
Melbourne
Sun 13/12
12:05-17:20
Nonstop3h 15m
Christchurch
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$379
MelbourneChristchurch
MEL Melbourne - CHC Christchurch
MELCHC
Melbourne
Wed 21/10
12:05-17:25
Nonstop3h 20m
Christchurch
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$382
MelbourneChristchurch
MEL Melbourne - CHC Christchurch
MELCHC
Melbourne
Fri 8/1
19:10-00:35
Nonstop3h 25m
Christchurch
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$396
MelbourneChristchurch
MEL Melbourne - CHC Christchurch
MELCHC
Melbourne
Tue 27/10
12:05-17:20
Nonstop3h 15m
Christchurch
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$468
MelbourneChristchurch
MEL Melbourne - CHC Christchurch
MELCHC
Melbourne
Tue 20/10
23:55-09:50
1 stop7h 55m
Christchurch
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$505
MelbourneChristchurch
MEL Melbourne - CHC Christchurch
MELCHC
Melbourne
Tue 29/9
07:35-17:35
1 stop7h 00m
Christchurch
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$507
MelbourneChristchurch
MEL Melbourne - CHC Christchurch
MELCHC
Melbourne
Mon 1/3
19:10-00:35
Nonstop3h 25m
Christchurch
Thu 11/3
06:00-08:00
Nonstop4h 00m
$579
MelbourneChristchurch
MEL Melbourne - CHC Christchurch
MELCHC
Melbourne
Tue 1/12
12:05-17:20
Nonstop3h 15m
Christchurch
Sat 5/12
09:15-11:05
Nonstop3h 50m
$588
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch?
The best time to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch is 88 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch (average of $435). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch in December is currently the most expensive (average of $647). 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?
Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Christchurch. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 10 September 2026.
Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch as you normally would.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch?
Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Melbourne Airport to Christchurch flights typically cost between $396 and $642 in October.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $493 on Jetstar (24 Oct–31 Oct).
Weekly flight availability from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch
Explore weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Christchurch. 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 10 September 2026.
The most flights from MEL to CHC are scheduled on a Monday (21 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).
How often are flights from Melbourne to Christchurch delayed?
About 24% of weekly flights between Melbourne and Christchurch have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 103 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to Christchurch flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Melbourne to Christchurch flights?
Over the past year, Jetstar have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 21% of flights being delayed.
Reviews of airlines servicing Christchurch
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Christchurch. 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 Christchurch. Reviews last updated 10 September 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch 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.
Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Related info for your journey
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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. 4 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 16 inbound flights from Melbourne per day.
How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch?
There are many flights that can get you from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch in 3h 15m. Fly via Air New Zealand, Jetstar, or Emirates to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 2412 km. Generally, flights for this route are direct.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch round-trip?
Flying on Jetstar is currently your cheapest option to Christchurch, with prices starting at $211. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Air New Zealand and Emirates, with the lowest prices starting at $230 and $271, respectively. Jetstar is 59% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch one-way?
$225 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Jetstar. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Air New Zealand and Emirates, with prices starting from $273 and $286, respectively.
What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch?
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 Melbourne Airport to Christchurch on time: Jetstar (81%), Emirates (81%), IndiGo (81%).
What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch?
Looking for the cheapest flight from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch? While on average our users pay $499, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $299. The most popular route (Melbourne - Christchurch), is priced around $516.
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 Airport to Christchurch?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch (average of $435). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch in December is currently the most expensive (average of $647). 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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