Cheap flights from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport from $245
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.
CHC — MEL
8 Feb — 15 Feb1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Christchurch to Melbourne are usually found in May or June, booked 79 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday
Cheap flight deals from Christchurch to Melbourne
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Christchurch (CHC) to Melbourne (MEL). 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 9 January 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Christchurch to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 9 January 2026.
Thu 14/508:20CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Thu 21/511:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 7/1$419
Mon 25/508:20CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Mon 8/611:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 6/1$422
Mon 10/808:20CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Thu 13/811:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 7/1$436
Thu 7/508:20CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Sat 9/511:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 7/1$442
Thu 7/508:20CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Sun 10/511:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 7/1$445
Fri 1/508:20CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Mon 4/511:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 7/1$451
Tue 5/508:20CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Fri 8/511:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 7/1$452
Sun 3/508:20CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Wed 6/511:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 7/1$454
Sat 8/808:20CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Sat 15/811:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 7/1$455
Fri 13/306:00CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 55mAir New Zealand
Fri 20/318:55MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/1$460
Sun 3/508:20CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Tue 5/511:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 7/1$463
Wed 22/406:10CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 55mAir New Zealand
Wed 29/408:35MEL - CHC
1 stop6h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/1$464
Best flights from Christchurch to Melbourne
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Christchurch to Melbourne that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 9 January 2026.
Fri 1/508:20CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Mon 4/511:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 7/1$451
Sun 15/208:00CHC - MEL
1 stop27h 25mAir New Zealand
Sun 22/218:55MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 8/1$458
Tue 5/508:20CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Fri 8/511:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 7/1$452
Fri 13/306:00CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 55mAir New Zealand
Fri 20/318:55MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 8/1$458
Sun 3/508:20CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Mon 11/511:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 7/1$463
Sat 14/206:00CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 55mAir New Zealand
Sat 21/218:55MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 8/1$470
Wed 22/406:10CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 55mAir New Zealand
Wed 29/408:35MEL - CHC
2 stops9h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/1$481
Wed 22/408:20CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Wed 29/411:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 7/1$504
Sat 28/311:25CHC - MEL
1 stop22h 45mAir New Zealand
Sun 29/318:10MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 8/1$489
Direct flights from Christchurch to Melbourne
Explore direct flight options from Christchurch to Melbourne based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 9 January 2026.
Thu 14/508:20CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Thu 21/511:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 7/1$419
Mon 25/508:20CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Mon 8/611:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 6/1$422
Thu 7/508:20CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Sat 9/511:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 7/1$442
Thu 7/508:20CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Sun 10/511:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 7/1$445
Fri 1/508:20CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Mon 4/511:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 7/1$451
Tue 5/508:20CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Fri 8/511:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 7/1$452
Sun 3/508:20CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Wed 6/511:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 7/1$454
Fri 13/306:00CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 55mAir New Zealand
Fri 20/318:55MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 8/1$458
Sun 3/508:20CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Tue 5/511:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 7/1$463
Fri 8/508:20CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Mon 11/511:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 7/1$464
Sun 3/508:20CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Sun 10/511:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 7/1$466
Last-minute flights from Christchurch to Melbourne
Discover last-minute flight deals from Christchurch to Melbourne. Data last updated 9 January 2026 and is based on user searches.
Mon 2/206:00CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 55mAir New Zealand
Thu 12/218:50MEL - CHC
1 stop11h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/1$543
Wed 4/206:00CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 55mAir New Zealand
Tue 10/208:35MEL - CHC
1 stop21h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/1$518
Fri 6/209:15CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 13/218:50MEL - CHC
2 stops17h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$552
Sat 7/214:00CHC - MEL
1 stop20h 10mAir New Zealand
Tue 10/208:35MEL - CHC
1 stop20h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/1$531
Fri 13/206:00CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 55mAir New Zealand
Mon 16/216:50MEL - CHC
1 stop12h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/1$534
Sat 14/206:00CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 55mAir New Zealand
Sat 21/218:55MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 8/1$470
Sun 15/208:00CHC - MEL
1 stop27h 25mAir New Zealand
Sun 22/218:55MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 8/1$458
Sun 22/208:50CHC - MEL
1 stop25h 20mAir New Zealand
Sun 1/318:55MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/1$536
One-way flights from Christchurch to Melbourne
Search for one-way flight options from Christchurch to Melbourne. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 9 January 2026.
Tue 17/206:00CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/1$245
Sat 21/318:10CHC - MEL
1 stop17h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/1$248
Wed 11/309:25CHC - MEL
2 stops14h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 8/1$251
Mon 16/209:15CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 9/1$254
Sun 1/207:00CHC - MEL
1 stop27h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/1$260
Wed 1/406:10CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/1$263
Sun 15/206:00CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 8/1$266
Thu 22/109:15CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 8/1$267
Thu 12/207:05CHC - MEL
2 stops16h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/1$269
Cheapflights Fare Finder
Customise your flight search to find flights from Christchurch to Melbourne 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 9 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.
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Christchurch
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Route
Depart
Return
Price
ChristchurchMelbourne
CHC - MEL
CHCMEL
Christchurch
Fri 1/5
08:20-10:05
Nonstop3h 45m
Melbourne
Mon 4/5
11:05-16:20
Nonstop3h 15m
$451
ChristchurchMelbourne
CHC - MEL
CHCMEL
Christchurch
Tue 5/5
08:20-10:05
Nonstop3h 45m
Melbourne
Fri 8/5
11:05-16:20
Nonstop3h 15m
$452
ChristchurchMelbourne
CHC - MEL
CHCMEL
Christchurch
Sun 15/2
08:00-09:25
1 stop27h 25m
Melbourne
Sun 22/2
18:55-00:20
Nonstop3h 25m
$458
ChristchurchMelbourne
CHC - MEL
CHCMEL
Christchurch
Fri 13/3
06:00-07:55
Nonstop3h 55m
Melbourne
Fri 20/3
18:55-00:20
Nonstop3h 25m
$458
ChristchurchMelbourne
CHC - MEL
CHCMEL
Christchurch
Sun 3/5
08:20-10:05
Nonstop3h 45m
Melbourne
Mon 11/5
11:05-16:20
Nonstop3h 15m
$463
ChristchurchMelbourne
CHC - MEL
CHCMEL
Christchurch
Sat 14/2
06:00-07:55
Nonstop3h 55m
Melbourne
Sat 21/2
18:55-00:20
Nonstop3h 25m
$470
ChristchurchMelbourne
CHC - MEL
CHCMEL
Christchurch
Wed 22/4
06:10-08:05
Nonstop3h 55m
Melbourne
Wed 29/4
08:35-20:15
2 stops9h 40m
$481
ChristchurchMelbourne
CHC - MEL
CHCMEL
Christchurch
Sat 28/3
11:25-08:10
1 stop22h 45m
Melbourne
Sun 29/3
18:10-23:35
Nonstop3h 25m
$489
ChristchurchMelbourne
CHC - MEL
CHCMEL
Christchurch
Wed 22/4
08:20-10:05
Nonstop3h 45m
Melbourne
Wed 29/4
11:05-16:20
Nonstop3h 15m
$504
ChristchurchMelbourne
CHC - MEL
CHCMEL
Christchurch
Wed 18/2
09:15-11:00
Nonstop3h 45m
$254
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Best time to book a flight from Christchurch to Melbourne
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Cheapflights Insights
Everything you need to know about your flight from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Christchurch to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 2 January 2026.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport, you should look to book at least 79 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport?
Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport (average of $213). Flying from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of $415). 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 CHC to MEL?
Find hourly flight availability from Christchurch to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 9 January 2026.
Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport as you normally would.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport?
Weekly flight availability from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport
Explore weekly flight availability from Christchurch to Melbourne. 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 9 January 2026.
The most flights from CHC to MEL are scheduled on a Wednesday (19 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (15 on average).
How often are flights from Christchurch to Melbourne delayed?
About 14% of weekly flights between Christchurch and Melbourne have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 107 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Christchurch to Melbourne flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening 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 Christchurch to Melbourne flights?
Over the past year, Jetstar have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 7% of flights being delayed.
Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated 9 January 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways
from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Related info for your journey
Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Christchurch to Melbourne. 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 from for flights from Christchurch to Melbourne?
For a flight from Christchurch to Melbourne, you will be flying from Christchurch. Christchurch (CHC) is just 9.5 km from the centre of the city. Christchurch is the only Christchurch airport and it handles 16 outbound flights to Melbourne per day. 4 airlines have flights to Melbourne from Christchurch on a regular basis.
How long is the flight from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport?
Departing from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport will take you 3h 45m. The distance from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport is about 2412 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport round-trip?
Flying on Jetstar is currently your cheapest option to Melbourne Airport, with prices starting at $211. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Emirates and Qantas Airways, with the lowest prices starting at $246 and $273, respectively. Jetstar is currently priced 59% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport one-way?
$148 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Jetstar. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Air New Zealand and Emirates, with prices starting from $187 and $210, respectively.
What are the most reliable airlines from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport?
The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport are American Airlines (94%), Finnair (82%) and Jetstar (80%).
What are the cheapest flights from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport?
The cheapest flight price from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport is $159. On average you can expect to pay $356. The most popular route, (Christchurch - Melbourne), can usually be booked for $419.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Christchurch to Melbourne?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Christchurch to Melbourne 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 Christchurch to Melbourne Airport?
Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport (average of $213). Flying from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of $415). 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.
Explore flights to Melbourne departing from other origins. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 9 January 2026.
Browse through other flights departing from Christchurch. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 9 January 2026.
Top 4 airlines flying from Christchurch to Melbourne
Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Christchurch to Melbourne. 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 9 January 2026.
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