How long is the flight from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport?

Departing from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport will take you 13h. The distance from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport is about 2412 km. Find deals

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 $257. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Qantas Airways and Emirates, with the lowest prices starting at $363 and $381, respectively. Jetstar is currently priced 50% below the average price you’ll pay for this route. Find deals

What is the cheapest day to fly from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport?

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Christchurch to Melbourne Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport

The most flights from CHC to MEL are scheduled on a Thursday (15 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne Airport ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne Airport when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 8.0 C).

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 Finnair (94%), Air India (91%) and American Airlines (90%).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport?

Emirates, Jetstar and Air New Zealand are the most popular airlines when flying from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport.

What is the cheapest day to fly return from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport?

Travellers have found that booking a Saturday departure is the best way to save up to 30% on the cost of booking your flights compared to booking on days of the week where this route is of high demand.

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

Travellers have found it’s best to book a flight 61 days in advance to save up to 24% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 61 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $505, or $581 for flights within the next 24 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport?

The best pricing can be found in the month of May. Prices to Melbourne Airport from Christchurch average $523. You can even find prices in May for less than $523, as users have found deals to Melbourne Airport from as low as $247. The month of December appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Melbourne Airport from Christchurch. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 15%.

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 10 outbound flights to Melbourne per day. 4 airlines have flights to Melbourne from Christchurch on a regular basis.

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

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

How can I find direct flights from Christchurch to Melbourne?

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

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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Christchurch to Melbourne are usually found in May or June, booked 70 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Christchurch to Melbourne

Round-trip from	$442
One-way from	$169
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	May
Average price	$493
Good round-trip deal	$443 or less
Good one-way deal	$228 or less

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7h 00m total
Christchurch to Melbourne

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Christchurch to Melbourne

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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 12 September 2025.

Thu 9/1009:20CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 45mJetstar

Fri 10/1012:05MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 15mJetstar

Deal found 10/9$442

Mon 6/1009:20CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 45mJetstar

Thu 9/1012:05MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 15mJetstar

Deal found 10/9$452

Sat 29/1111:50CHC - MEL

1 stop13h 00mJetstar

Thu 4/1212:05MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 15mJetstar

Deal found 10/9$470

Mon 27/1009:15CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 45mJetstar

Mon 3/1112:05MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 15mJetstar

Deal found 11/9$472

Thu 9/1009:20CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 45mJetstar

Mon 13/1012:05MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 15mJetstar

Deal found 11/9$478

Sun 12/1009:20CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 45mJetstar

Mon 27/1012:05MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 15mJetstar

Deal found 11/9$481

Mon 6/1009:20CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 45mJetstar

Mon 13/1012:05MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 15mJetstar

Deal found 11/9$492

Fri 7/1109:15CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 45mJetstar

Mon 17/1112:05MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 15mJetstar

Deal found 12/9$501

Mon 27/1017:20CHC - MEL

1 stop7h 30mJetstar

Thu 30/1012:05MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 15mJetstar

Deal found 10/9$505

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 12 September 2025.

Sat 29/1111:50CHC - MEL

1 stop13h 00mJetstar

Thu 4/1212:05MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 15mJetstar

Deal found 10/9$470

Fri 17/1009:20CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 45mMultiple Airlines

Sun 26/1018:50MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/9$532

Thu 27/1109:15CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 45mJetstar

Tue 2/1223:55MEL - CHC

1 stop14h 50mJetstar

Deal found 10/9$472

Mon 3/1109:15CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 45mJetstar

Tue 11/1123:55MEL - CHC

1 stop14h 50mJetstar

Deal found 11/9$472

Sun 12/1009:20CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 45mMultiple Airlines

Sun 19/1007:00MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 30mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/9$541

Sun 12/1009:20CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 45mJetstar

Mon 27/1012:05MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 15mJetstar

Deal found 11/9$481

Mon 3/1109:15CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 45mMultiple Airlines

Tue 11/1118:50MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/9$544

Mon 27/1017:20CHC - MEL

1 stop7h 30mJetstar

Thu 30/1012:05MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 15mJetstar

Deal found 10/9$505

Thu 9/1009:20CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 45mJetstar

Mon 13/1023:55MEL - CHC

1 stop7h 55mJetstar

Deal found 11/9$514

Fri 6/317:20CHC - MEL

1 stop7h 30mJetstar

Tue 10/323:55MEL - CHC

1 stop13h 50mJetstar

Deal found 10/9$528

Wed 12/1117:20CHC - MEL

1 stop7h 30mJetstar

Sun 16/1123:55MEL - CHC

1 stop14h 50mJetstar

Deal found 10/9$528

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 12 September 2025.

Thu 9/1009:20CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 45mJetstar

Fri 10/1012:05MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 15mJetstar

Deal found 10/9$442

Mon 6/1009:20CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 45mJetstar

Thu 9/1012:05MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 15mJetstar

Deal found 10/9$452

Mon 27/1009:15CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 45mJetstar

Mon 3/1112:05MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 15mJetstar

Deal found 11/9$472

Thu 9/1009:20CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 45mJetstar

Mon 13/1012:05MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 15mJetstar

Deal found 11/9$478

Sun 12/1009:20CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 45mJetstar

Mon 27/1012:05MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 15mJetstar

Deal found 11/9$481

Mon 6/1009:20CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 45mJetstar

Mon 13/1012:05MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 15mJetstar

Deal found 11/9$492

Sat 29/1109:15CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 45mJetstar

Thu 4/1212:05MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 15mJetstar

Deal found 10/9$514

Thu 9/1009:20CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 45mMultiple Airlines

Thu 9/1018:25MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/9$526

Fri 17/1009:20CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 45mMultiple Airlines

Sun 26/1018:50MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/9$532

Wed 8/1009:20CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 45mJetstar

Thu 9/1012:05MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 15mJetstar

Deal found 10/9$537

Thu 27/1109:15CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 45mMultiple Airlines

Tue 2/1218:50MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/9$538

Sun 30/1106:00CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 55mAir New Zealand

Fri 5/1218:55MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 25mAir New Zealand

Deal found 11/9$540

Last-minute flights from Christchurch to Melbourne
Discover last-minute flight deals from Christchurch to Melbourne. Data last updated 12 September 2025 and is based on user searches.

Mon 6/1009:20CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 45mJetstar

Thu 9/1012:05MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 15mJetstar

Deal found 10/9$452

Mon 6/1009:20CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 45mJetstar

Mon 13/1012:05MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 15mJetstar

Deal found 11/9$492

Wed 8/1008:30CHC - MEL

1 stop11h 15mJetstar

Thu 9/1012:05MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 15mJetstar

Deal found 10/9$522

Thu 9/1009:20CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 45mJetstar

Fri 10/1012:05MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 15mJetstar

Deal found 10/9$442

Thu 9/1009:20CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 45mJetstar

Mon 13/1012:05MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 15mJetstar

Deal found 11/9$478

Thu 9/1009:20CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 45mMultiple Airlines

Thu 9/1018:25MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/9$526

Sun 12/1009:20CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 45mJetstar

Mon 27/1012:05MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 15mJetstar

Deal found 11/9$481

Mon 27/1009:15CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 45mJetstar

Mon 3/1112:05MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 15mJetstar

Deal found 11/9$472

Mon 27/1017:20CHC - MEL

1 stop7h 30mJetstar

Thu 30/1012:05MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 15mJetstar

Deal found 10/9$505

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 12 September 2025.

Wed 22/1009:20CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 45mJetstar

Deal found 10/9$169

Thu 25/908:20CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 45mJetstar

Deal found 11/9$170

Mon 13/1009:20CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 45mJetstar

Deal found 10/9$176

Fri 10/1009:20CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 45mJetstar

Deal found 10/9$181

Mon 6/1009:20CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 45mJetstar

Deal found 10/9$192

Thu 18/908:20CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 45mJetstar

Deal found 10/9$207

Mon 15/1211:50CHC - MEL

1 stop13h 00mJetstar

Deal found 10/9$219

Thu 4/1211:50CHC - MEL

1 stop13h 00mJetstar

Deal found 11/9$223

Wed 12/1117:20CHC - MEL

1 stop7h 30mJetstar

Deal found 10/9$226

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ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Sat 29/11

11:50-22:50

1 stop13h 00m

Melbourne

Thu 4/12

12:05-17:20

Nonstop3h 15m

$470

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Thu 27/11

09:15-11:00

Nonstop3h 45m

Melbourne

Tue 2/12

23:55-16:45

1 stop14h 50m

$472

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Mon 3/11

09:15-11:00

Nonstop3h 45m

Melbourne

Tue 11/11

23:55-16:45

1 stop14h 50m

$472

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Sun 12/10

09:20-11:05

Nonstop3h 45m

Melbourne

Mon 27/10

12:05-17:20

Nonstop3h 15m

$481

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Mon 27/10

17:20-22:50

1 stop7h 30m

Melbourne

Thu 30/10

12:05-17:20

Nonstop3h 15m

$505

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Thu 9/10

09:20-11:05

Nonstop3h 45m

Melbourne

Mon 13/10

23:55-09:50

1 stop7h 55m

$514

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Fri 6/3

17:20-22:50

1 stop7h 30m

Melbourne

Tue 10/3

23:55-15:45

1 stop13h 50m

$528

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Wed 12/11

17:20-22:50

1 stop7h 30m

Melbourne

Sun 16/11

23:55-16:45

1 stop14h 50m

$528

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Fri 17/10

09:20-11:05

Nonstop3h 45m

Melbourne

Sun 26/10

18:50-00:10

Nonstop3h 20m

$532

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Sun 12/10

09:20-11:05

Nonstop3h 45m

Melbourne

Sun 19/10

07:00-12:30

Nonstop3h 30m

$541

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport, you should look to book at least 70 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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?

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 5% on flights from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport by exploring options for tickets at midday.

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

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.

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,334 reviews

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1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Anonymous,June 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,334 reviews

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8.1

Very Good

3,334 reviews

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1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Anonymous,June 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very Good

505 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,334 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Anonymous,June 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

Qantas Airways

7.5

Good

905 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,334 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Anonymous,June 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

Jetstar

6.5

Okay

474 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,334 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Anonymous,June 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

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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 10 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 13h. The distance from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport is about 2412 km.
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 $257. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Qantas Airways and Emirates, with the lowest prices starting at $363 and $381, respectively. Jetstar is currently priced 50% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.
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 Finnair (94%), Air India (91%) and American Airlines (90%).
What are the cheapest flights from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport?
The cheapest flight price from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport is $170. On average you can expect to pay $442. The most popular route, (Christchurch - Melbourne), can usually be booked for $415.
Can I find deals for flights from Christchurch to Melbourne that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Christchurch to Melbourne flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Christchurch to Melbourne?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Christchurch to Melbourne.
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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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 4 airlines flying from Christchurch to Melbourne

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Jetstar	Cheapest$257	Average$535	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Jetstar flights
Qantas Airways	Cheapest$363	Average$609	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Qantas Airways flights
Emirates	Cheapest$381	Average$467	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Emirates flights
Air New Zealand	Cheapest$398	Average$547	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%	Search Air New Zealand flights

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Cheap flights from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport from $169

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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Christchurch to Melbourne are usually found in May or June, booked 70 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 12 September 2025.