Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch from $314
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 17/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — CHC
3 Jan — 10 Jan1
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 70 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Sunday
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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 4 December 2025.
Wed 10/1218:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 17/1209:15CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12$657
Mon 8/1218:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mAir New Zealand
Wed 17/1206:00CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 2/12$675
Mon 15/1218:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mAir New Zealand
Thu 18/1206:00CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 1/12$683
Wed 10/1218:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 20mQantas Airways
Fri 12/1206:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 2/12$701
Mon 8/1212:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Wed 17/1216:10CHC - MEL
1 stop9h 40mJetstar
Deal found 2/12$713
Sat 13/1212:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Tue 16/1209:15CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 3/12$718
Thu 11/1218:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 15/1209:15CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12$724
Mon 8/1218:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mAir New Zealand
Thu 11/1206:00CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 3/12$733
Thu 11/1221:10MEL - CHC
1 stop24h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 29/1206:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12$739
Mon 8/1210:00MEL - CHC
2 stops12h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 17/1209:15CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12$745
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 4 December 2025.
Wed 28/112:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Tue 3/209:15CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 3/12$469
Wed 18/210:35MEL - CHC
2 stops8h 50mAir New Zealand
Fri 27/205:45CHC - MEL
1 stop7h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 2/12$518
Wed 28/112:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/209:25CHC - MEL
2 stops14h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12$592
Sun 18/112:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Thu 29/116:10CHC - MEL
1 stop9h 40mJetstar
Deal found 3/12$516
Tue 27/123:55MEL - CHC
1 stop12h 45mJetstar
Wed 4/209:15CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 2/12$528
Fri 27/218:50MEL - CHC
1 stop10h 35mAir New Zealand
Sun 1/306:00CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 2/12$581
Sat 7/312:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Fri 20/309:15CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 3/12$539
Sat 23/508:35MEL - CHC
1 stop9h 50mAir New Zealand
Wed 27/506:45CHC - MEL
1 stop13h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 1/12$603
Wed 28/123:55MEL - CHC
1 stop15h 40mJetstar
Wed 4/209:15CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 2/12$548
Mon 26/112:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Fri 30/114:00CHC - MEL
1 stop10h 50mJetstar
Deal found 2/12$557
Tue 6/112:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Wed 4/209:15CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 2/12$598
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 4 December 2025.
Tue 27/112:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Wed 4/209:15CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 2/12$449
Sat 24/112:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Mon 2/209:15CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 2/12$458
Wed 28/112:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Tue 3/209:15CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 3/12$469
Sun 18/118:55MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mAir New Zealand
Sat 31/106:00CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 2/12$471
Thu 5/212:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Mon 9/209:15CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 3/12$489
Mon 26/112:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Fri 30/109:15CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 2/12$499
Fri 23/112:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 31/106:00CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12$507
Thu 26/312:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/406:20CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12$508
Sat 24/112:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Fri 30/109:15CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 3/12$510
Sun 18/112:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 29/106:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12$513
Tue 24/312:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Wed 8/408:20CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 2/12$525
Thu 26/312:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Wed 8/408:20CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 2/12$528
Last-minute flights from Melbourne to Christchurch
Discover last-minute flight deals from Melbourne to Christchurch. Data last updated 4 December 2025 and is based on user searches.
Sun 18/118:55MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mAir New Zealand
Sat 31/106:00CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 2/12$471
Sun 18/112:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Sat 31/116:10CHC - MEL
1 stop9h 45mJetstar
Deal found 2/12$502
Sun 18/112:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 29/106:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12$513
Sun 18/112:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Thu 29/116:10CHC - MEL
1 stop9h 40mJetstar
Deal found 3/12$516
Sun 18/112:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 31/109:25CHC - MEL
2 stops26h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12$518
Fri 23/112:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 31/106:00CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12$507
Sat 24/112:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Mon 2/209:15CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 2/12$458
Sat 24/112:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Fri 30/109:15CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 3/12$510
Mon 26/112:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Fri 30/109:15CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 2/12$499
Tue 27/112:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Wed 4/209:15CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 2/12$449
Wed 28/112:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Tue 3/209:15CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 3/12$469
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 4 December 2025.
Tue 17/218:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 20mEmirates
Deal found 2/12$314
Wed 4/318:00MEL - CHC
1 stop24h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 2/12$317
Wed 21/106:10MEL - CHC
1 stop15h 55mJetstar
Deal found 1/12$320
Thu 19/218:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 2/12$325
Sat 9/511:30MEL - CHC
1 stop10h 35mJetstar
Deal found 2/12$326
Sun 10/523:55MEL - CHC
1 stop12h 40mJetstar
Deal found 2/12$328
Sun 25/120:35MEL - CHC
1 stop25h 30mJetstar
Deal found 1/12$334
Mon 16/218:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/12$345
Sat 14/210:10MEL - CHC
1 stop11h 55mJetstar
Deal found 3/12$346
Tue 3/323:55MEL - CHC
1 stop12h 45mJetstar
Deal found 2/12$348
Thu 5/318:50MEL - CHC
1 stop11h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 2/12$352
Wed 28/118:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/12$357
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 4 December 2025.
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 4 December 2025.
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Depart
Return
Price
MelbourneChristchurch
MEL - CHC
MELCHC
Melbourne
Wed 28/1
12:05-17:20
Nonstop3h 15m
Christchurch
Tue 3/2
09:15-11:00
Nonstop3h 45m
$469
MelbourneChristchurch
MEL - CHC
MELCHC
Melbourne
Sun 18/1
12:05-17:20
Nonstop3h 15m
Christchurch
Thu 29/1
16:10-23:50
1 stop9h 40m
$516
MelbourneChristchurch
MEL - CHC
MELCHC
Melbourne
Wed 18/2
10:35-21:25
2 stops8h 50m
Christchurch
Fri 27/2
05:45-10:55
1 stop7h 10m
$518
MelbourneChristchurch
MEL - CHC
MELCHC
Melbourne
Tue 27/1
23:55-14:40
1 stop12h 45m
Christchurch
Wed 4/2
09:15-11:00
Nonstop3h 45m
$528
MelbourneChristchurch
MEL - CHC
MELCHC
Melbourne
Sat 7/3
12:05-17:20
Nonstop3h 15m
Christchurch
Fri 20/3
09:15-11:00
Nonstop3h 45m
$539
MelbourneChristchurch
MEL - CHC
MELCHC
Melbourne
Wed 28/1
23:55-17:35
1 stop15h 40m
Christchurch
Wed 4/2
09:15-11:00
Nonstop3h 45m
$548
MelbourneChristchurch
MEL - CHC
MELCHC
Melbourne
Mon 26/1
12:05-17:20
Nonstop3h 15m
Christchurch
Fri 30/1
14:00-22:50
1 stop10h 50m
$557
MelbourneChristchurch
MEL - CHC
MELCHC
Melbourne
Fri 27/2
18:50-07:25
1 stop10h 35m
Christchurch
Sun 1/3
06:00-07:55
Nonstop3h 55m
$581
MelbourneChristchurch
MEL - CHC
MELCHC
Melbourne
Wed 28/1
12:05-17:20
Nonstop3h 15m
Christchurch
Tue 3/2
09:25-21:30
2 stops14h 05m
$592
MelbourneChristchurch
MEL - CHC
MELCHC
Melbourne
Tue 6/1
12:05-17:20
Nonstop3h 15m
Christchurch
Wed 4/2
09:15-11:00
Nonstop3h 45m
$598
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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 Airport to Christchurch
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch?
Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch (average of $176). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch in December is currently the most expensive (average of $307). 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 4 December 2025.
Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 33% on flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch by exploring options for tickets in the evening.
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 4 December 2025.
The most flights from MEL to CHC are scheduled on a Monday (23 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (13 on average).
How often are flights from Melbourne to Christchurch delayed?
About 23% of weekly flights between Melbourne and Christchurch have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 110 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to Christchurch flights?
Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Sunday 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 19% 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 4 December 2025.
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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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. 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 17 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 Jetstar or Air New Zealand to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 2412 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.
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 $212. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Virgin Australia and Air New Zealand, with the lowest prices starting at $247 and $264, 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?
$217 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Jetstar. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Emirates and Air New Zealand, with prices starting from $221 and $245, 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: American Airlines (73%), United Airlines (73%), Finnair (73%).
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 $778, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $292. The most popular route (Melbourne - Christchurch), is priced around $449.
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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch (average of $176). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch in December is currently the most expensive (average of $307). 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 5 airlines flying from Melbourne to Christchurch
Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Christchurch. 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 4 December 2025.
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