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Cheap flights from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport from $191

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 4/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — MEL
26 Apr — 3 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from New Zealand to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Zealand to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 27 March 2026.

Wed 29/420:40
AKL
-
MEL
Nonstop4h 05m
Jetstar
Sun 3/523:55
MEL
-
AKL
Nonstop3h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 26/3$402
Mon 11/520:40
AKL
-
MEL
Nonstop4h 05m
Jetstar
Mon 18/523:55
MEL
-
AKL
Nonstop3h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 26/3$444
Wed 10/606:00
WLG
-
MEL
Nonstop4h 10m
Air New Zealand
Mon 15/609:10
MEL
-
WLG
1 stop9h 30m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 22/3$446
Thu 30/420:40
AKL
-
MEL
Nonstop4h 05m
Jetstar
Fri 8/523:55
MEL
-
AKL
Nonstop3h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 24/3$448
Sat 16/519:20
AKL
-
MEL
Nonstop4h 15m
Air New Zealand
Fri 29/515:00
MEL
-
AKL
Nonstop3h 35m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 23/3$449
Mon 25/519:20
AKL
-
MEL
Nonstop4h 15m
Air New Zealand
Thu 4/618:55
MEL
-
AKL
Nonstop3h 40m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 23/3$451
Tue 13/1006:10
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 55m
Air New Zealand
Sat 17/1018:55
MEL
-
CHC
1 stop14h 30m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 24/3$452
Sun 17/519:20
AKL
-
MEL
Nonstop4h 15m
Air New Zealand
Fri 29/515:00
MEL
-
AKL
Nonstop3h 35m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 24/3$452
Wed 20/511:55
WLG
-
MEL
1 stop7h 50m
Air New Zealand
Sun 24/518:55
MEL
-
WLG
1 stop11h 15m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 23/3$454
Tue 9/619:20
AKL
-
MEL
Nonstop4h 15m
Air New Zealand
Tue 16/618:55
MEL
-
AKL
Nonstop3h 40m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 25/3$454
Thu 21/506:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 50m
Qantas Airways
Sun 24/509:15
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 30m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 24/3$455
Mon 11/520:35
AKL
-
MEL
Nonstop4h 10m
Qantas Airways
Tue 12/518:30
MEL
-
AKL
Nonstop3h 40m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 26/3$455

Find flight deals from New Zealand to Melbourne

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Zealand to Melbourne flight deals. Data was last updated 27 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$444

One-way from

$191

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$509

Good round-trip deal

$185 or less

Good one-way deal

$263 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 11/5-18/5
  • Nonstop
  • 7h 40m total
  • New Zealand to Melbourne
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Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 4/6
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 10m total
  • New Zealand to Melbourne
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Customise your flight search to find flights from New Zealand 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 27 March 2026.
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ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Sun 9/8

08:20-10:05

Nonstop3h 45m

Melbourne

Wed 12/8

11:05-16:25

Nonstop3h 20m

$464

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Wed 13/5

08:20-10:05

Nonstop3h 45m

Melbourne

Fri 22/5

11:05-16:25

Nonstop3h 20m

$464

AucklandMelbourne

AKL - MEL

AKLMEL

Auckland Intl

Wed 6/5

20:40-22:45

Nonstop4h 05m

Melbourne

Sun 10/5

23:55-05:30

Nonstop3h 35m

$470

AucklandMelbourne

AKL - MEL

AKLMEL

Auckland Intl

Sat 9/5

20:40-22:45

Nonstop4h 05m

Melbourne

Wed 13/5

23:55-05:30

Nonstop3h 35m

$470

AucklandMelbourne

AKL - MEL

AKLMEL

Auckland Intl

Sat 23/5

20:40-22:45

Nonstop4h 05m

Melbourne

Sat 6/6

23:55-05:30

Nonstop3h 35m

$471

AucklandMelbourne

AKL - MEL

AKLMEL

Auckland Intl

Thu 14/5

20:40-22:45

Nonstop4h 05m

Melbourne

Wed 27/5

23:55-05:30

Nonstop3h 35m

$471

AucklandMelbourne

AKL - MEL

AKLMEL

Auckland Intl

Mon 8/6

20:40-22:45

Nonstop4h 05m

Melbourne

Tue 16/6

18:45-00:20

Nonstop3h 35m

$471

AucklandMelbourne

AKL - MEL

AKLMEL

Auckland Intl

Sun 31/5

20:40-22:45

Nonstop4h 05m

Melbourne

Tue 2/6

23:55-05:30

Nonstop3h 35m

$472

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Sun 10/5

12:10-13:35

Nonstop3h 25m

Melbourne

Sun 17/5

14:50-20:00

Nonstop3h 10m

$485

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Tue 1/9

06:20-08:10

Nonstop3h 50m

Melbourne

Sat 5/9

09:15-14:45

Nonstop3h 30m

$546

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Best time to book a flight from New Zealand to Melbourne

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Melbourne from New Zealand with our price prediction graph.
Estimated return price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport (average of $146). Flying from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of $250). 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 NZ to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from New Zealand 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 27 March 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 37% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from New Zealand to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 23 March 2026.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their New Zealand to Melbourne Airport flight should consider departing on Thursday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from New Zealand 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 27 March 2026.

The most flights from NZ0 to MEL are scheduled on a Thursday (61 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (13 on average).

How often are flights from New Zealand to Melbourne delayed?

About 18% of weekly flights between New Zealand and Melbourne have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 100 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for New Zealand to Melbourne flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on New Zealand to Melbourne flights?

Over the past year, Jetstar have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 17% 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 27 March 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates,Air New Zealand, andVirgin Australia from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,543 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,543 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,543 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
621 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,543 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
449 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,543 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,011 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,543 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
535 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,543 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Zealand to Melbourne. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport?

    There are many flights that can get you from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport in 3h 45m. Fly via Jetstar, Qantas Airways, or Air New Zealand to get the fastest option. New Zealand and Melbourne Airport are separated by a distance of 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 to fly from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Jetstar, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $132. However, be on the lookout for offers from Air New Zealand and Virgin Australia, as they are both options that can get you from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport?

    The most popular route from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport is Auckland Intl - Melbourne. You may also consider Wellington - Melbourne or Queenstown Intl - Melbourne.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport?

    Before booking your flight to Melbourne Airport from New Zealand, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: China Eastern (84%), Finnair (82%), Malaysia Airlines( 82%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $171. While the most popular route (Auckland Intl - Melbourne) can be booked for $402 on average, our data indicates $486 when flying from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from New Zealand to Melbourne?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Zealand 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 New Zealand to Melbourne Airport?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport (average of $146). Flying from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of $250). 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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JetstarCheapest$138Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest$202Average$618FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$205Average$557FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$257Average$639FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$264Average$571FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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