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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Dunedin from $309

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 28/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
MEL — DUD
1 May — 8 May1
1 adult
Wed 1/5
Wed 8/5

The best prices from Melbourne to Dunedin are usually found in October or May, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Saturday and return on a Monday

Cheap 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 26 April 2024.

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December

Cheapest in

October

Round-trip from

$756

One-way from

$612
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What is the cheapest day to fly return from Melbourne to Dunedin?

Monday flights are found to be more expensive to fly from Melbourne to Dunedin. 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 Dunedin.

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

Find a great deal and save up to 159% by booking at least 61 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from Melbourne to Dunedin within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at $745.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Dunedin?

The best pricing can be found in the month of October. Prices to Dunedin from Melbourne average $986. You can even find prices in October for less than $986, as users have found deals to Dunedin from as low as $364. The month of December appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Dunedin from Melbourne. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 51%.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne to Dunedin (MEL - DUD)?

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 35% on flights from Melbourne to Dunedin by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

Cheap Air New Zealand flights from Melbourne to Dunedin

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Air New Zealand for the route between Melbourne and Dunedin. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 596,426 searches. Data last updated 26 April 2024.
Tue 9/718:55MEL - DUD
1 stop21h 20mAir New Zealand
Sun 14/710:15DUD - MEL
1 stop23h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 26/4$796
Mon 8/708:45MEL - DUD
2 stops9h 50mAir New Zealand
Sun 14/718:45DUD - MEL
1 stop15h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 26/4$877
Wed 21/818:55MEL - DUD
1 stop21h 55mAir New Zealand
Mon 26/808:05DUD - MEL
2 stops11h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 25/4$885
Tue 4/618:55MEL - DUD
1 stop12h 00mAir New Zealand
Wed 5/618:45DUD - MEL
1 stop15h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 24/4$891
Wed 21/808:45MEL - DUD
2 stops9h 50mAir New Zealand
Mon 26/810:15DUD - MEL
2 stops9h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 25/4$904
Tue 9/718:55MEL - DUD
1 stop10h 40mAir New Zealand
Sun 14/718:45DUD - MEL
2 stops18h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 26/4$911
Tue 4/609:15MEL - DUD
1 stop9h 20mAir New Zealand
Wed 5/606:25DUD - MEL
2 stops16h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 24/4$998
Tue 4/609:15MEL - DUD
1 stop9h 20mAir New Zealand
Wed 5/606:25DUD - MEL
2 stops16h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 25/4$999
Tue 4/608:45MEL - DUD
2 stops10h 20mAir New Zealand
Wed 5/606:25DUD - MEL
2 stops16h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 24/4$1,054

Melbourne to Dunedin 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Melbourne and Dunedin in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 596,426 searches. Data last updated 26 April 2024.
Mon 8/723:55MEL - DUD
1 stop13h 30mJetstar
Sun 14/716:00DUD - MEL
1 stop8h 45mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$767
Tue 9/718:55MEL - DUD
1 stop21h 20mAir New Zealand
Sun 14/710:15DUD - MEL
1 stop23h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 26/4$796
Mon 16/1208:35MEL - DUD
1 stop8h 15mAir New Zealand
Fri 20/1215:00DUD - MEL
1 stop7h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 25/4$843
Mon 16/1218:55MEL - DUD
1 stop12h 00mAir New Zealand
Fri 20/1215:00DUD - MEL
1 stop7h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 26/4$845
Mon 16/1208:35MEL - DUD
2 stops10h 30mAir New Zealand
Fri 20/1206:25DUD - MEL
1 stop27h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 25/4$866
Mon 16/1208:35MEL - DUD
2 stops10h 30mAir New Zealand
Fri 20/1206:25DUD - MEL
1 stop27h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 26/4$868
Mon 8/708:45MEL - DUD
2 stops9h 50mAir New Zealand
Sun 14/718:45DUD - MEL
1 stop15h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 26/4$877
Wed 21/809:20MEL - DUD
1 stop6h 55mQantas Airways
Mon 26/806:05DUD - MEL
1 stop28h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 25/4$883
Wed 21/818:55MEL - DUD
1 stop21h 55mAir New Zealand
Mon 26/808:05DUD - MEL
2 stops11h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 25/4$885

One-way flights to Dunedin from Melbourne

Search for one-way flight options from Melbourne to Dunedin. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 596,426 searches. Data last updated 26 April 2024.
Tue 28/523:55MEL - DUD
1 stop13h 30mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$309
Mon 27/523:55MEL - DUD
1 stop13h 30mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$321
Wed 29/523:55MEL - DUD
1 stop13h 30mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$334
Sat 25/523:55MEL - DUD
1 stop13h 30mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$346
Sun 26/518:50MEL - DUD
1 stop16h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$350
Thu 30/523:55MEL - DUD
1 stop13h 30mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$407
Fri 24/518:50MEL - DUD
1 stop16h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$409
Fri 16/823:55MEL - DUD
1 stop13h 30mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$415
Sun 26/523:55MEL - DUD
2 stops11h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$418

Find flights from Melbourne to Dunedin within your budget

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 596,426 searches. Data last updated 26 April 2024.

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Budget

$767 - $1,119

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Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneDunedin

MEL - DUD

MELDUD

Melbourne

Mon 8/7

1 stop13h 30m

Dunedin

Sun 14/7

1 stop8h 45m

$767

MelbourneDunedin

MEL - DUD

MELDUD

Melbourne

Tue 9/7

1 stop21h 20m

Dunedin

Sun 14/7

1 stop23h 50m

$796

MelbourneDunedin

MEL - DUD

MELDUD

Melbourne

Mon 8/7

2 stops9h 50m

Dunedin

Sun 14/7

1 stop15h 20m

$877

MelbourneDunedin

MEL - DUD

MELDUD

Melbourne

Wed 21/8

1 stop6h 55m

Dunedin

Mon 26/8

1 stop28h 10m

$883

MelbourneDunedin

MEL - DUD

MELDUD

Melbourne

Wed 21/8

1 stop21h 55m

Dunedin

Mon 26/8

2 stops11h 20m

$885

MelbourneDunedin

MEL - DUD

MELDUD

Melbourne

Tue 4/6

1 stop12h 00m

Dunedin

Wed 5/6

1 stop15h 20m

$891

MelbourneDunedin

MEL - DUD

MELDUD

Melbourne

Wed 21/8

2 stops9h 50m

Dunedin

Mon 26/8

2 stops9h 10m

$904

MelbourneDunedin

MEL - DUD

MELDUD

Melbourne

Tue 9/7

3 stops33h 45m

Dunedin

Sun 14/7

1 stop8h 45m

$995

MelbourneDunedin

MEL - DUD

MELDUD

Melbourne

Mon 8/7

2 stops10h 30m

Dunedin

Sun 14/7

2 stops14h 00m

$1,119

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When is the best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Dunedin?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Dunedin. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.
The best time to book flights from Melbourne to Dunedin is 60 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.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne to Dunedin?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Dunedin. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne to Dunedin flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Dunedin by month

Plan your trip from Melbourne to Dunedin by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Melbourne to Dunedin is currently $368 while a return flight costs $902. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Dunedin (average of $494). Flying from Melbourne to Dunedin in December is currently the most expensive (average of $639). 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.

January

$767

February

$857

March

$930

April

$868

May

$840

June

$906

July

$855

August

$806

September

$825

October

$756

November

$823

December

$978

Temperature and rainfall in Dunedin by month

Plan your trip to Dunedin by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

DUD

Temperature

5 - 14 °C

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 26 April 2024.
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
647 reviews
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Crew

8.8

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
647 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
647 reviews
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Crew

8.8

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

Qantas Airways
7.7
Good
1,001 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
647 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

Jetstar
6.8
Okay
670 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
647 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

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.

  • Can I find flights from Melbourne to Dunedin for under $800 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Melbourne to Dunedin for under $800. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Jetstar for just $767, but on average you can expect to pay $938.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Melbourne to Dunedin round-trip from $767. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air New Zealand, from $796, and Qantas Airways, from $883. Jetstar is priced at 22% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Melbourne to Dunedin?

    Before booking your flight from Melbourne to Dunedin, check out the most popular airlines for this route: Jetstar, Air New Zealand or Qantas Airways.

  • What does MEL to DUD mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Melbourne Airport to Dunedin Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a MEL to DUD flight. Ready for more IATA code knowledge? These are related airports for your current travel destination: Melbourne Avalon Airport (AVV), Melbourne Essendon Airport (MEB), Melbourne Moorabbin Airport (MBW), Bendigo Airport (BXG).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Dunedin that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Melbourne to Dunedin flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Melbourne to Dunedin with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Melbourne to Dunedin flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Dunedin that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Melbourne to Dunedin offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Melbourne to Dunedin?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Melbourne to Dunedin flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Melbourne to Dunedin flight deals updated?

    The Melbourne to Dunedin flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 26/4.

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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 596,426 searches. Data last updated 26 April 2024.
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JetstarCheapest$343Average$628FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$695Average$932FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$846Average$1,222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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