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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Invercargill from $853

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 13/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — IVC
20 Dec — 27 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Invercargill

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) to Invercargill (IVC). 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 20 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$853

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,123
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 13/3-16/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 30h 35m total
  • Melbourne to Invercargill
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($253 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($51 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Invercargill
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Invercargill. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 November 2025.

Thu 11/1218:50MEL - IVC
1 stop19h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 16/1216:50IVC - MEL
1 stop17h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/11$933
Thu 11/1216:50MEL - IVC
2 stops15h 25mAir New Zealand
Tue 16/1208:35IVC - MEL
3 stops11h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 18/11$1,219
Thu 11/1221:00MEL - IVC
3 stops21h 25mQantas Airways
Tue 16/1212:25IVC - MEL
2 stops13h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 18/11$1,458

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Melbourne

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Invercargill

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Return

Price

MelbourneInvercargill

MEL - IVC

MELIVC

Melbourne

Fri 13/3

18:50-10:15

1 stop13h 25m

Invercargill

Mon 16/3

16:50-08:00

1 stop17h 10m

$853

MelbourneInvercargill

MEL - IVC

MELIVC

Melbourne

Thu 11/12

18:50-16:15

1 stop19h 25m

Invercargill

Tue 16/12

16:50-07:55

1 stop17h 05m

$933

MelbourneInvercargill

MEL - IVC

MELIVC

Melbourne

Fri 13/3

18:55-12:40

1 stop15h 45m

Invercargill

Mon 16/3

08:35-21:30

2 stops14h 55m

$995

MelbourneInvercargill

MEL - IVC

MELIVC

Melbourne

Fri 2/1

18:50-11:40

1 stop14h 50m

Invercargill

Fri 9/1

16:50-07:55

1 stop17h 05m

$1,202

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Deals found on 18/11

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Invercargill (average of $204). Flying from Melbourne to Invercargill in December is currently the most expensive (average of $276). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Invercargill

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Invercargill. 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 Invercargill. Reviews last updated 20 November 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne to Invercargill, such as Air New Zealand. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
533 reviews
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Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - WRE

The seat I sat in the Auckland Airport at A waiting to board gate 42. Not far from the check in desk was dripping rain on me. When I looked up you could see on the beam discoloured drips. I forgot to say something to someone before boarding.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
533 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
533 reviews
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Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - WRE

The seat I sat in the Auckland Airport at A waiting to board gate 42. Not far from the check in desk was dripping rain on me. When I looked up you could see on the beam discoloured drips. I forgot to say something to someone before boarding.

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

    Invercargill (IVC) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Melbourne to Invercargill. You should not have trouble finding flights to Invercargill from Melbourne; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Melbourne per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 1 airline has flights to the Invercargill airport from Melbourne. It is only a 2.2 km journey from Invercargill (IVC) to Invercargill’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne to Invercargill?

    There are many flights that can get you from Melbourne to Invercargill in 13h 25m. Fly via Qantas Airways or Air New Zealand to get the fastest option. The distance between Melbourne and Invercargill is about 2157 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Melbourne to Invercargill round-trip?

    Flying on Air New Zealand is currently your cheapest option to Invercargill, with prices starting at $707. Air New Zealand is 21% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Invercargill (average of $204). Flying from Melbourne to Invercargill in December is currently the most expensive (average of $276). 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 airline flying from Melbourne to Invercargill

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Air New ZealandCheapest$707Average$897FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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