Cheap flights from Wellington to Melbourne Airport from $265
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 17/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WLG — MEL
7 Dec — 14 Dec1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Wellington to Melbourne are usually found in February or August, booked 35 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Tuesday
Cheap flight deals from Wellington to Melbourne
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Wellington (WLG) 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 7 November 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Wellington to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 7 November 2025.
Mon 8/1206:00WLG - MEL
1 stop6h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/1221:10MEL - WLG
1 stop15h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$686
Thu 27/1106:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mAir New Zealand
Mon 1/1218:55MEL - WLG
1 stop10h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/11$700
Fri 14/1120:05WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mQantas Airways
Fri 21/1108:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 6/11$702
Thu 27/1106:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mAir New Zealand
Sat 29/1118:50MEL - WLG
1 stop14h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/11$709
Tue 2/1213:10WLG - MEL
1 stop11h 40mJetstar
Sat 6/1220:35MEL - WLG
1 stop16h 15mJetstar
Deal found 5/11$712
Wed 26/1120:55WLG - MEL
1 stop13h 00mAir New Zealand
Sat 29/1116:50MEL - WLG
1 stop16h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/11$722
Tue 9/1206:30WLG - MEL
1 stop6h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/1221:10MEL - WLG
1 stop15h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$732
Mon 8/1212:45WLG - MEL
1 stop6h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/1206:10MEL - WLG
1 stop6h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$739
Mon 17/1106:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mAir New Zealand
Mon 1/1218:55MEL - WLG
1 stop10h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/11$745
Best flights from Wellington to Melbourne
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Wellington to Melbourne that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 7 November 2025.
Thu 19/306:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mAir New Zealand
Sun 22/318:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/11$580
Sun 8/308:15WLG - MEL
1 stop11h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 24/309:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$591
Tue 3/215:35WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mQantas Airways
Sun 8/208:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/11$605
Thu 12/306:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mAir New Zealand
Sat 14/309:10MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/11$592
Tue 10/306:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 24/312:05MEL - WLG
1 stop7h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$605
Mon 9/316:45WLG - MEL
1 stop6h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 25/308:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$606
Mon 9/306:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 23/312:05MEL - WLG
1 stop6h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$651
Sun 8/306:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 23/312:05MEL - WLG
1 stop7h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$651
Direct flights from Wellington to Melbourne
Explore direct flight options from Wellington to Melbourne based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 7 November 2025.
Thu 5/206:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mAir New Zealand
Mon 9/209:10MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/11$597
Tue 3/215:35WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mQantas Airways
Sun 8/208:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/11$605
Fri 14/1120:05WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mQantas Airways
Fri 21/1108:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 6/11$702
Fri 21/1120:05WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mQantas Airways
Fri 28/1113:30MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 7/11$782
Thu 27/1106:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/1208:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$786
Mon 8/1206:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/1209:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$791
Wed 26/1106:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 29/1108:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$793
Thu 27/1106:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 29/1108:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$802
Tue 9/1206:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/1209:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$811
Sat 15/1114:35WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 19/1108:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/11$829
Last-minute flights from Wellington to Melbourne
Discover last-minute flight deals from Wellington to Melbourne. Data last updated 7 November 2025 and is based on user searches.
Fri 14/1120:05WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mQantas Airways
Fri 21/1108:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 6/11$702
Mon 17/1106:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mAir New Zealand
Mon 1/1218:55MEL - WLG
1 stop10h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/11$745
Wed 26/1120:55WLG - MEL
1 stop13h 00mAir New Zealand
Sat 29/1116:50MEL - WLG
1 stop16h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/11$722
Thu 27/1106:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mAir New Zealand
Mon 1/1218:55MEL - WLG
1 stop10h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/11$700
Thu 27/1106:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mAir New Zealand
Sat 29/1118:50MEL - WLG
1 stop14h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/11$709
Tue 2/1213:10WLG - MEL
1 stop11h 40mJetstar
Sat 6/1220:35MEL - WLG
1 stop16h 15mJetstar
Deal found 5/11$712
Mon 8/1206:00WLG - MEL
1 stop6h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/1221:10MEL - WLG
1 stop15h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$686
Mon 8/1212:45WLG - MEL
1 stop6h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/1206:10MEL - WLG
1 stop6h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$739
Tue 9/1206:30WLG - MEL
1 stop6h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/1221:10MEL - WLG
1 stop15h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$732
One-way flights from Wellington to Melbourne
Search for one-way flight options from Wellington to Melbourne. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 7 November 2025.
Wed 17/1207:40WLG - MEL
1 stop12h 10mJetstar
Deal found 5/11$265
Mon 1/1220:00WLG - MEL
1 stop15h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/11$266
Mon 26/120:15WLG - MEL
1 stop13h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/11$272
Thu 11/1220:15WLG - MEL
1 stop13h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/11$280
Thu 22/120:10WLG - MEL
1 stop15h 10mJetstar
Deal found 7/11$285
Fri 16/106:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/11$286
Cheapflights Fare Finder
Customise your flight search to find flights from Wellington 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 7 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Wellington to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.
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Return
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WellingtonMelbourne
WLG - MEL
WLGMEL
Wellington
Thu 19/3
06:00-08:10
Nonstop4h 10m
Melbourne
Sun 22/3
18:00-23:35
Nonstop3h 35m
$580
WellingtonMelbourne
WLG - MEL
WLGMEL
Wellington
Sun 8/3
08:15-17:45
1 stop11h 30m
Melbourne
Tue 24/3
09:00-14:25
Nonstop3h 25m
$591
WellingtonMelbourne
WLG - MEL
WLGMEL
Wellington
Thu 12/3
06:00-08:10
Nonstop4h 10m
Melbourne
Sat 14/3
09:10-14:45
Nonstop3h 35m
$592
WellingtonMelbourne
WLG - MEL
WLGMEL
Wellington
Tue 3/2
15:35-17:35
Nonstop4h 00m
Melbourne
Sun 8/2
08:00-13:30
Nonstop3h 30m
$605
WellingtonMelbourne
WLG - MEL
WLGMEL
Wellington
Tue 10/3
06:00-08:10
Nonstop4h 10m
Melbourne
Tue 24/3
12:05-21:05
1 stop7h 00m
$605
WellingtonMelbourne
WLG - MEL
WLGMEL
Wellington
Mon 9/3
16:45-21:30
1 stop6h 45m
Melbourne
Wed 25/3
08:00-13:30
Nonstop3h 30m
$606
WellingtonMelbourne
WLG - MEL
WLGMEL
Wellington
Mon 9/3
06:00-08:10
Nonstop4h 10m
Melbourne
Mon 23/3
12:05-20:40
1 stop6h 35m
$651
WellingtonMelbourne
WLG - MEL
WLGMEL
Wellington
Sun 8/3
06:00-08:10
Nonstop4h 10m
Melbourne
Mon 23/3
12:05-21:40
1 stop7h 35m
$651
WellingtonMelbourne
WLG - MEL
WLGMEL
Wellington
Wed 17/12
07:40-17:50
1 stop12h 10m
$265
WellingtonMelbourne
WLG - MEL
WLGMEL
Wellington
Fri 16/1
06:00-08:10
Nonstop4h 10m
$286
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Best time to book a flight from Wellington to Melbourne
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Wellington to Melbourne Airport?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Wellington to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 31 October 2025.
Booking 35 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Wellington to Melbourne Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Wellington to Melbourne Airport?
Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wellington to Melbourne Airport (average of $337). Flying from Wellington to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $480). 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 WLG to MEL?
Find hourly flight availability from Wellington 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 7 November 2025.
When flying from Wellington to Melbourne Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 68% versus a flight in the afternoon.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Wellington to Melbourne Airport?
Weekly flight availability from Wellington to Melbourne Airport
Explore weekly flight availability from Wellington 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 7 November 2025.
The most flights from WLG to MEL are scheduled on a Friday (15 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).
How often are flights from Wellington to Melbourne delayed?
About 7% of weekly flights between Wellington and Melbourne have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 116 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Wellington to Melbourne flights?
Historically, flights departing in the evening 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?
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 Wellington to Melbourne flights?
Over the past year, Virgin Australia have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 4% of flights being delayed.
What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Wellington to Melbourne Airport?
Share of one-stop return flights from Wellington to Melbourne Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.
Auckland (AKL) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of one-stop itineraries from Wellington to Melbourne Airport on Cheapflights.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Wellington to Melbourne Airport?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Wellington to Melbourne Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Coolangatta (OOL) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 9h 55m.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Wellington to Melbourne Airport?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Wellington to Melbourne Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Coolangatta (OOL) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 9h 55m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Wellington to Melbourne Airport?
Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Wellington to Melbourne Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Auckland (AKL) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 7h 24m.
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 7 November 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Wellington to Melbourne Airport, such as Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, andJetstar. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
I had no worries going through customs in Canada but in New Zealand there were two machines and it beeped on me. Something on my side. There was nothing on my side. I lifted my top to show, i had a fabric belt tied around my skirt, maybe that which wasn’t knotted is what triggered. Shrug. I do wonder what that was that had me patted lightly with a guard in plastic gloves. so it goes.
I had no worries going through customs in Canada but in New Zealand there were two machines and it beeped on me. Something on my side. There was nothing on my side. I lifted my top to show, i had a fabric belt tied around my skirt, maybe that which wasn’t knotted is what triggered. Shrug. I do wonder what that was that had me patted lightly with a guard in plastic gloves. so it goes.
I had no worries going through customs in Canada but in New Zealand there were two machines and it beeped on me. Something on my side. There was nothing on my side. I lifted my top to show, i had a fabric belt tied around my skirt, maybe that which wasn’t knotted is what triggered. Shrug. I do wonder what that was that had me patted lightly with a guard in plastic gloves. so it goes.
I had no worries going through customs in Canada but in New Zealand there were two machines and it beeped on me. Something on my side. There was nothing on my side. I lifted my top to show, i had a fabric belt tied around my skirt, maybe that which wasn’t knotted is what triggered. Shrug. I do wonder what that was that had me patted lightly with a guard in plastic gloves. so it goes.
Related info for your journey
Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Wellington 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 Wellington to Melbourne?
Wellington (WLG), located 5.3 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Wellington to Melbourne. 3 airlines have flights from Wellington to Melbourne on a regular basis. Booking flights from Wellington to Melbourne should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 12 outbound flights to Melbourne per day.
How long is the flight from Wellington to Melbourne Airport?
There are many flights that can get you from Wellington to Melbourne Airport in 4h. Fly via Air New Zealand or Qantas Airways to get the fastest option. The distance between Wellington and Melbourne Airport is about 2588 km. Generally, flights for this route are direct.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Wellington to Melbourne Airport round-trip?
Cheapflights users have booked flights from Wellington to Melbourne Airport round-trip from $288. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air New Zealand, from $432, and Qantas Airways, from $445. Jetstar is 53% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.
What are the most reliable airlines from Wellington to Melbourne Airport?
The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Wellington to Melbourne Airport are Etihad Airways (91%), Air India (84%) and Virgin Australia (84%).
What are the cheapest flights from Wellington to Melbourne Airport?
On average you can expect to pay $444 for a flight from Wellington to Melbourne Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $194 while the most popular route, (Wellington - Melbourne) is currently priced at $491.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Wellington to Melbourne?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Wellington 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 Wellington to Melbourne Airport?
Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wellington to Melbourne Airport (average of $337). Flying from Wellington to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $480). 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 7 November 2025.
Browse through other flights departing from Wellington. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 7 November 2025.
Top 3 airlines flying from Wellington to Melbourne
Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Wellington 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 7 November 2025.
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