Cheap flights from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport from $217
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 23/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — MEL
10 Apr — 17 Apr1
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 73 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday
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Cheapest flights from Christchurch to Melbourne
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 11 March 2026.
Wed 3/608:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Mon 15/611:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 7/3$423
Thu 14/508:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Thu 21/511:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 8/3$428
Fri 1/508:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Mon 4/511:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 7/3$429
Tue 9/608:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Mon 15/611:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 7/3$432
Sat 6/608:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Mon 15/611:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 7/3$435
Wed 17/608:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Fri 19/611:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 7/3$436
Wed 17/608:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Tue 23/611:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 7/3$438
Wed 3/608:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Thu 11/611:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 9/3$439
Wed 3/608:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Tue 9/611:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 9/3$440
Tue 9/608:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Wed 10/611:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 7/3$442
Wed 19/808:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Sat 22/811:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 9/3$443
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 11 March 2026.
Fri 24/408:20
CHC
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MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Tue 19/511:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 9/3$431
Mon 31/815:45
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 50m
Qantas Airways
Wed 2/918:40
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 30m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 6/3$597
Mon 31/815:45
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 50m
Emirates
Wed 2/918:40
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 30m
Emirates
Deal found 5/3$598
Sat 2/505:45
CHC
-
MEL
1 stop7h 10m
Air New Zealand
Sat 9/509:10
MEL
-
CHC
1 stop9h 05m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 7/3$622
Fri 24/408:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Wed 29/411:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 5/3$471
Mon 4/513:50
CHC
-
MEL
1 stop10h 55m
Jetstar
Sat 16/511:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 7/3$490
Wed 22/413:50
CHC
-
MEL
1 stop10h 55m
Jetstar
Wed 29/411:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 8/3$494
Mon 18/515:45
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 50m
Emirates
Tue 19/518:40
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 30m
Emirates
Deal found 9/3$629
Fri 1/517:20
CHC
-
MEL
1 stop7h 25m
Jetstar
Fri 8/511:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 8/3$511
Fri 1/508:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Mon 4/523:55
MEL
-
CHC
1 stop11h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 7/3$514
Thu 26/314:00
CHC
-
MEL
1 stop10h 50m
Jetstar
Sat 9/511:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 7/3$585
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 11 March 2026.
Wed 3/608:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Mon 15/611:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 7/3$423
Thu 14/508:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Thu 21/511:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 8/3$428
Fri 1/508:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Mon 4/511:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 7/3$429
Tue 9/608:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Sun 14/611:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 7/3$432
Sat 6/608:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Mon 15/611:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 7/3$435
Wed 17/608:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Fri 19/611:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 7/3$436
Wed 17/608:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Tue 23/611:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 7/3$438
Wed 3/608:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Thu 11/611:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 9/3$439
Wed 3/608:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Tue 9/611:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 9/3$440
Tue 9/608:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Wed 10/611:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 7/3$442
Wed 19/808:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Sat 22/811:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 9/3$443
Last-minute flights from Christchurch to Melbourne
Discover last-minute flight deals from Christchurch to Melbourne. Data last updated 11 March 2026 and is based on user searches.
Wed 22/408:20
CHC
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MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Wed 29/411:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 8/3$452
Thu 23/408:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Fri 1/511:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 7/3$470
Thu 23/408:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Thu 30/411:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 8/3$487
Fri 24/408:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Tue 19/511:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 9/3$431
Fri 24/408:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Wed 29/411:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 5/3$471
Sat 25/408:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Sun 3/511:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 10/3$468
Sun 26/408:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Sun 3/511:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 10/3$481
Tue 28/408:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Wed 29/411:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 10/3$484
Thu 30/408:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Wed 6/511:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 8/3$429
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 11 March 2026.
Thu 23/408:20
CHC
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MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 10/3$217
Mon 15/608:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 9/3$218
Sat 16/508:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 8/3$222
Wed 22/408:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 9/3$224
Wed 3/613:50
CHC
-
MEL
1 stop10h 55m
Jetstar
Deal found 8/3$225
Fri 5/610:30
CHC
-
MEL
1 stop14h 15m
Jetstar
Deal found 5/3$227
Wed 29/406:10
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 55m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 8/3$228
Tue 21/413:50
CHC
-
MEL
1 stop10h 55m
Jetstar
Deal found 8/3$231
Wed 6/516:25
CHC
-
MEL
1 stop8h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 9/3$238
Thu 4/617:20
CHC
-
MEL
1 stop7h 25m
Jetstar
Deal found 8/3$239
Find 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 11 March 2026.
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 11 March 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.
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Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Price
Cheapest return flight
Fastest return journey
ChristchurchMelbourne
CHC - MEL
CHCMEL
Christchurch
Fri 24/4
08:20-10:05
Nonstop3h 45m
Melbourne
Tue 19/5
11:05-16:25
Nonstop3h 20m
$431
ChristchurchMelbourne
CHC - MEL
CHCMEL
Christchurch
Fri 24/4
08:20-10:05
Nonstop3h 45m
Melbourne
Wed 29/4
11:05-16:25
Nonstop3h 20m
$471
ChristchurchMelbourne
CHC - MEL
CHCMEL
Christchurch
Mon 4/5
13:50-22:45
1 stop10h 55m
Melbourne
Sat 16/5
11:05-16:25
Nonstop3h 20m
$490
ChristchurchMelbourne
CHC - MEL
CHCMEL
Christchurch
Wed 22/4
13:50-22:45
1 stop10h 55m
Melbourne
Wed 29/4
11:05-16:25
Nonstop3h 20m
$494
ChristchurchMelbourne
CHC - MEL
CHCMEL
Christchurch
Fri 1/5
17:20-22:45
1 stop7h 25m
Melbourne
Fri 8/5
11:05-16:25
Nonstop3h 20m
$511
ChristchurchMelbourne
CHC - MEL
CHCMEL
Christchurch
Fri 1/5
08:20-10:05
Nonstop3h 45m
Melbourne
Mon 4/5
23:55-13:05
1 stop11h 10m
$514
ChristchurchMelbourne
CHC - MEL
CHCMEL
Christchurch
Thu 26/3
14:00-22:50
1 stop10h 50m
Melbourne
Sat 9/5
11:05-16:25
Nonstop3h 20m
$585
ChristchurchMelbourne
CHC - MEL
CHCMEL
Christchurch
Mon 31/8
15:45-17:35
Nonstop3h 50m
Melbourne
Wed 2/9
18:40-00:10
Nonstop3h 30m
$597
ChristchurchMelbourne
CHC - MEL
CHCMEL
Christchurch
Mon 31/8
15:45-17:35
Nonstop3h 50m
Melbourne
Wed 2/9
18:40-00:10
Nonstop3h 30m
$598
ChristchurchMelbourne
CHC - MEL
CHCMEL
Christchurch
Sat 2/5
05:45-10:55
1 stop7h 10m
Melbourne
Sat 9/5
09:10-20:15
1 stop9h 05m
$622
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Best time to book a flight from Christchurch to Melbourne
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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 6 March 2026.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport, you should look to book at least 57 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 $197). Flying from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of $357). 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 11 March 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.
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 11 March 2026.
The most flights from CHC to MEL are scheduled on a Monday (30 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (16 on average).
How often are flights from Christchurch to Melbourne delayed?
About 15% of weekly flights between Christchurch and Melbourne have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 102 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?
Thursday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday 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 8% 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 11 March 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.
This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
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 21 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. Most flights are nonstop.
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 $199. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Emirates and Air New Zealand, with the lowest prices starting at $232 and $270, respectively. Jetstar is currently priced 61% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport one-way?
$140 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 Qantas Airways, with prices starting from $175 and $225, 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 Jetstar (89%), United Airlines (87%) and Air China (85%).
What are the cheapest flights from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport?
The cheapest flight price from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport is $172. On average you can expect to pay $417. The most popular route, (Christchurch - Melbourne), can usually be booked for $431.
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 $197). Flying from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of $357). 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 11 March 2026.
Browse through other flights departing from Christchurch. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 11 March 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 11 March 2026.
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