Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch from $277
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 27/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — CHC
13 Jul — 20 Jul1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
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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 13 June 2026.
Thu 23/711:05
MEL
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CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Fri 31/708:20
CHC
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MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 10/6$446
Thu 23/711:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Mon 27/708:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 11/6$454
Wed 19/811:05
MEL
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CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Tue 25/808:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 10/6$457
Mon 19/1012:05
MEL
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CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Mon 26/1009:15
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 50m
Jetstar
Deal found 9/6$463
Thu 23/711:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Wed 29/708:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 12/6$476
Mon 27/711:05
MEL
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CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Wed 12/808:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 12/6$478
Sun 26/711:05
MEL
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CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Mon 27/708:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 9/6$480
Mon 27/711:05
MEL
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CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Thu 30/708:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 11/6$481
Sun 26/711:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Thu 30/708:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 9/6$491
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 13 June 2026.
Thu 23/711:05
MEL
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CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Wed 29/708:20
CHC
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MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 11/6$454
Tue 1/909:10
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 25m
Air New Zealand
Mon 14/906:10
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 55m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 12/6$584
Thu 27/818:40
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 30m
Emirates
Mon 31/815:45
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 50m
Emirates
Deal found 11/6$707
Sun 9/811:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Sun 16/808:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 9/6$517
Wed 7/1012:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Wed 21/1009:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 11/6$528
Thu 10/1212:05
MEL
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CHC
Nonstop3h 15m
Jetstar
Sat 12/1209:15
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 50m
Jetstar
Deal found 12/6$548
Fri 23/1012:05
MEL
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CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Mon 2/1109:40
CHC
-
MEL
1 stop15h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 11/6$576
Thu 2/718:55
MEL
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CHC
1 stop10h 40m
Air New Zealand
Mon 6/706:10
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 55m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 12/6$889
Sat 11/711:05
MEL
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CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Sat 18/716:05
CHC
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MEL
1 stop9h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 13/6$635
Tue 1/1212:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 15m
Jetstar
Fri 11/1209:40
CHC
-
MEL
1 stop15h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 9/6$646
Thu 17/923:55
MEL
-
CHC
1 stop12h 40m
Jetstar
Mon 28/909:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 13/6$669
Wed 24/623:55
MEL
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CHC
1 stop12h 40m
Jetstar
Thu 2/708:20
CHC
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MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 12/6$687
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 13 June 2026.
Thu 23/711:05
MEL
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CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Fri 31/708:20
CHC
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MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 10/6$446
Thu 23/711:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Wed 29/708:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 11/6$454
Wed 19/811:05
MEL
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CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Tue 25/808:20
CHC
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MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 10/6$457
Mon 27/711:05
MEL
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CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Wed 12/808:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 12/6$478
Sun 26/711:05
MEL
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CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Mon 27/708:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 9/6$480
Mon 27/711:05
MEL
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CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Thu 30/708:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 11/6$481
Sun 26/711:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Thu 30/708:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 9/6$491
Fri 31/711:05
MEL
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CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Tue 4/808:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 10/6$494
Last-minute flights from Melbourne to Christchurch
Discover last-minute flight deals from Melbourne to Christchurch. Data last updated 13 June 2026 and is based on user searches.
Thu 23/711:05
MEL
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CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Fri 31/708:20
CHC
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MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 10/6$446
Thu 23/711:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Mon 27/708:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 11/6$454
Thu 23/711:05
MEL
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CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Wed 29/708:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 12/6$476
Sun 26/711:05
MEL
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CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Mon 27/708:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 9/6$480
Sun 26/711:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Thu 30/708:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 9/6$491
Mon 27/711:05
MEL
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CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Wed 12/808:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 12/6$478
Mon 27/711:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Thu 30/708:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 11/6$481
Fri 31/711:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Tue 4/808:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 10/6$494
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 13 June 2026.
Mon 27/711:05
MEL
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CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 11/6$277
Sun 26/711:05
MEL
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CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 10/6$278
Fri 10/711:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 12/6$284
Wed 2/911:05
MEL
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CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 9/6$290
Mon 6/718:10
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 25m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 13/6$297
Thu 13/811:05
MEL
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CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 10/6$302
Sun 6/911:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 9/6$305
Wed 8/711:05
MEL
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CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 9/6$307
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 13 June 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 13 June 2026.
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MelbourneChristchurch
MEL - CHC
MELCHC
Melbourne
Thu 23/7
11:05-16:25
Nonstop3h 20m
Christchurch
Wed 29/7
08:20-10:05
Nonstop3h 45m
$454
MelbourneChristchurch
MEL - CHC
MELCHC
Melbourne
Sun 9/8
11:05-16:25
Nonstop3h 20m
Christchurch
Sun 16/8
08:20-10:05
Nonstop3h 45m
$517
MelbourneChristchurch
MEL - CHC
MELCHC
Melbourne
Wed 7/10
12:05-17:25
Nonstop3h 20m
Christchurch
Wed 21/10
09:20-11:05
Nonstop3h 45m
$528
MelbourneChristchurch
MEL - CHC
MELCHC
Melbourne
Thu 10/12
12:05-17:20
Nonstop3h 15m
Christchurch
Sat 12/12
09:15-11:05
Nonstop3h 50m
$548
MelbourneChristchurch
MEL - CHC
MELCHC
Melbourne
Fri 23/10
12:05-17:25
Nonstop3h 20m
Christchurch
Mon 2/11
09:40-22:50
1 stop15h 10m
$576
MelbourneChristchurch
MEL - CHC
MELCHC
Melbourne
Tue 1/9
09:10-14:35
Nonstop3h 25m
Christchurch
Mon 14/9
06:10-08:05
Nonstop3h 55m
$584
MelbourneChristchurch
MEL - CHC
MELCHC
Melbourne
Sat 11/7
11:05-16:25
Nonstop3h 20m
Christchurch
Sat 18/7
16:05-23:25
1 stop9h 20m
$635
MelbourneChristchurch
MEL - CHC
MELCHC
Melbourne
Tue 1/12
12:05-17:20
Nonstop3h 15m
Christchurch
Fri 11/12
09:40-22:50
1 stop15h 10m
$646
MelbourneChristchurch
MEL - CHC
MELCHC
Melbourne
Thu 17/9
23:55-14:35
1 stop12h 40m
Christchurch
Mon 28/9
09:20-10:05
Nonstop3h 45m
$669
MelbourneChristchurch
MEL - CHC
MELCHC
Melbourne
Wed 24/6
23:55-14:35
1 stop12h 40m
Christchurch
Thu 2/7
08:20-10:05
Nonstop3h 45m
$687
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch
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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 76 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 $442). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch in December is currently the most expensive (average of $667). 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 13 June 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?
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 13 June 2026.
The most flights from MEL to CHC are scheduled on a Wednesday (17 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).
How often are flights from Melbourne to Christchurch delayed?
About 25% 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 early afternoon 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 Monday 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.
What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch?
Share of one-stop return flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.
Auckland (AKL) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 92% of one-stop itineraries from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch?
Average return fare for one-stop flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.
Coolangatta (OOL) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $675.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Auckland (AKL) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 8h 15m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch?
Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Auckland (AKL) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 2h 52m.
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 13 June 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,Air New Zealand, andVirgin Australia 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.
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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 11 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 20m. Fly via Jetstar 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 $208. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways, with the lowest prices starting at $236 and $267, 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?
$218 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 $252 and $293, 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: Air India (84%), LATAM Airlines (76%), Jetstar (75%).
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 $443, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $259. The most popular route (Melbourne - Christchurch), is priced around $454.
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 $442). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch in December is currently the most expensive (average of $667). 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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