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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Dunedin from $572

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 23/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — DUD
7 Jul — 14 Jul1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Dunedin
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Dunedin. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 7 June 2026.

Mon 27/723:55
MEL
-
DUD
1 stop9h 20m
Jetstar
Thu 30/715:05
DUD
-
MEL
1 stop10h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 5/6$579
Tue 21/718:45
MEL
-
DUD
1 stop14h 30m
Jetstar
Tue 28/715:05
DUD
-
MEL
1 stop10h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 6/6$585
Mon 19/1018:10
MEL
-
DUD
1 stop14h 10m
Air New Zealand
Sun 25/1008:10
DUD
-
MEL
1 stop25h 45m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 4/6$634
Sun 21/623:55
MEL
-
DUD
1 stop9h 20m
Jetstar
Sat 27/615:05
DUD
-
MEL
1 stop10h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 5/6$651
Sun 26/723:55
MEL
-
DUD
1 stop9h 20m
Jetstar
Fri 31/711:50
DUD
-
MEL
1 stop12h 55m
Jetstar
Deal found 4/6$691
Tue 7/718:10
MEL
-
DUD
1 stop11h 30m
Air New Zealand
Tue 14/706:05
DUD
-
MEL
1 stop28h 00m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 6/6$695
Tue 21/718:55
MEL
-
DUD
2 stops13h 15m
Air New Zealand
Tue 28/719:05
DUD
-
MEL
2 stops17h 50m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 6/6$697
Mon 27/708:35
MEL
-
DUD
2 stops10h 05m
Air New Zealand
Thu 30/719:05
DUD
-
MEL
2 stops17h 50m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 5/6$701
Tue 7/718:55
MEL
-
DUD
2 stops13h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 14/706:05
DUD
-
MEL
1 stop28h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$704

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Dunedin

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) to Dunedin (DUD). 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 7 June 2026.

Round-trip from

$572

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$931
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 23/7-30/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 19h 40m total
  • Melbourne to Dunedin
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Dunedin 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 7 June 2026.
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MelbourneDunedin

MEL - DUD

MELDUD

Melbourne

Sun 30/8

08:00-10:10

1 stop24h 10m

Dunedin

Wed 2/9

10:45-16:35

1 stop7h 50m

$779
Fastest return journey

MelbourneDunedin

MEL - DUD

MELDUD

Melbourne

Tue 28/7

18:10-07:40

1 stop11h 30m

Dunedin

Fri 7/8

06:05-13:45

2 stops9h 40m

$932

MelbourneDunedin

MEL - DUD

MELDUD

Melbourne

Mon 20/7

18:10-07:40

1 stop11h 30m

Dunedin

Mon 3/8

11:20-21:35

2 stops12h 15m

$948

MelbourneDunedin

MEL - DUD

MELDUD

Melbourne

Sat 18/7

18:10-10:10

1 stop14h 00m

Dunedin

Sun 26/7

19:05-08:05

1 stop15h 00m

$993

MelbourneDunedin

MEL - DUD

MELDUD

Melbourne

Fri 25/9

15:00-08:50

1 stop15h 50m

Dunedin

Wed 30/9

11:20-20:35

2 stops12h 15m

$999

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Dunedin

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

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Dunedin (average of $254). Flying from Melbourne to Dunedin in August is currently the most expensive (average of $967). 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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Reviews of airlines servicing Dunedin

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dunedin. 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 Dunedin. Reviews last updated 7 June 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne to Dunedin, such as Air New Zealand,Qantas Airways, andJetstar. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
645 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
645 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
645 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,044 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
645 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
545 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
645 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Dunedin. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Located just 24.0 km from the city centre, Dunedin is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Dunedin from Melbourne. Booking flights from Melbourne to Dunedin (DUD) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Melbourne from 3 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne to Dunedin?

    A quick flight from Melbourne to Dunedin can take about 11h 30m. Qantas Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $932. The distance between Melbourne and Dunedin is about 2280 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Melbourne to Dunedin round-trip from $276. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Qantas Airways, from $441, and Air New Zealand, from $532. Jetstar is priced at 67% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Dunedin?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Dunedin 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 Dunedin?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Dunedin (average of $254). Flying from Melbourne to Dunedin in August is currently the most expensive (average of $967). 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 3 airlines flying from Melbourne to Dunedin

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Dunedin. 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 7 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$276Average$679FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$441Average$924FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$532Average$924FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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