Q: Can I fly back to Melbourne from Christchurch?

Returning to Melbourne from Christchurch COVID-19 testing requirements Visitors from Christchurch are not required to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test or antigen result upon entering Melbourne. Quarantine requirements Visitors from Christchurch are not required to quarantine after entering Melbourne.

Question 1

How popular is this Melbourne Airport to Christchurch flight route?

Accepted Answer

This flight path from Melbourne to Christchurch was viewed by 7,066 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season. Find deals

Question 2

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch round-trip?

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Flying on Jetstar is currently your cheapest option to Christchurch, with prices starting at $506. Jetstar is 20% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination. Find deals

Question 3

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch one-way?

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$207 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Qantas Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Jetstar and Air New Zealand, with prices starting from $242 and $329, respectively. Find deals

Question 4

Can I fly to Christchurch from Melbourne right now?

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Information is based on travel restrictions from Melbourne to Christchurch

Most visitors from Melbourne need to provide a negative COVID-19 test result and/or quarantine to enter Christchurch.

COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from Melbourne are not required to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test or antigen result upon entering Christchurch.

Quarantine requirements
Visitors from Melbourne are not required to quarantine after entering Christchurch.

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Question 5

Can I fly back to Melbourne from Christchurch?

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Returning to Melbourne from Christchurch

COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from Christchurch are not required to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test or antigen result upon entering Melbourne.

Quarantine requirements
Visitors from Christchurch are not required to quarantine after entering Melbourne.

Question 6

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

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

Question 7

What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch?

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Looking for the cheapest flight from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch? While on average our users pay $548, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $333. The most popular route (Melbourne - Christchurch), is priced around $543.

Question 8

What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch?

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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: Etihad Airways (63%), Air New Zealand (51%), Singapore Airlines (51%).

Question 9

Can I find flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch for under $600 on Cheapflights?

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Yes, there are multiple flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch for under $600. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Jetstar for just $506, but on average you can expect to pay $575.

Question 10

Are there direct flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch for under $600 on Cheapflights?

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Cheapflights has 20 direct flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch under $600. A good price for a direct flight from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch is less than $602.

Question 11

Are there last-minute flights available from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch for under $500?

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There are currently 20+ open flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch within the next 7 days for less than $500.

Question 12

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

Accepted Answer

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 8 inbound flights from Melbourne per day.

Question 13

Which airlines flying from Melbourne to Christchurch have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?

Accepted Answer

Due to the rapidly changing circumstances due to COVID-19, airlines like Air New Zealand, Jetstar, and Qantas Airways flying from Melbourne to Christchurch have implemented new flexible cancellation policies.

Question 14

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

Accepted Answer

Flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch are generally found to be more expensive on Tuesday. 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.

Question 15

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

Accepted Answer

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 61 days in advance, which can save you up to 87% on flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 61 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $957. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $1,256.

Question 16

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

Accepted Answer

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in April. For low rates, August can be a great choice for travel to Christchurch. Flights to Christchurch from Melbourne Airport in August are about $636 on average during August, but can be found for as low as $365.

Question 17

When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch (MEL - CHC)?

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Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 18% on flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

Popular in	April	High demand for flights, 30% potential price rise
Cheapest in	August	Best time to find cheap flights, 22% potential price drop
Round-trip from	$494	From Melbourne to Christchurch
One-way from	$320	One-way flight from Melbourne to Christchurch

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time	COVID-19 safety
Jetstar	Cheapest$251	Average$411	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	COVID-19 safety	Search Jetstar flights
Emirates	Cheapest$439	Average$636	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	COVID-19 safety	Search Emirates flights
Air New Zealand	Cheapest$510	Average$685	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%	COVID-19 safety	Search Air New Zealand flights
Qantas Airways	Cheapest$525	Average$702	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	COVID-19 safety	Search Qantas Airways flights

0%of flight departures	Early morningMidnight to 6 am
60%of flight departures	Morning6 am to noon
25%of flight departures	AfternoonNoon to 6 pm
15%of flight departures	Evening6 pm to midnight

Sunday	12daily flights
Monday	9daily flights
Tuesday	5daily flights
Wednesday	12daily flights
Thursday	5daily flights
Friday	12daily flights
Saturday	5daily flights

Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch

The best prices from Melbourne to Christchurch are usually found in August or October, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

How to find the cheapest flight from Melbourne (MEL) to Christchurch (CHC)

All the information you need to plan the best MEL to CHC flight in 2022: compare Melbourne to Christchurch flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Christchurch.

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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Christchurch in August, September 2022

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Melbourne to Christchurch 2022 flight deals

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

Which airlines flying from Melbourne to Christchurch have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?

Can I find flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch for under $600 on Cheapflights?

Are there direct flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch for under $600 on Cheapflights?

Are there last-minute flights available from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch for under $500?

How popular is this Melbourne Airport to Christchurch flight route?

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch round-trip?

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch one-way?

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

What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch?

What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch?

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