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Cheap flights from Wellington to Melbourne Airport from $247

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 28/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WLG — MEL
14 Dec — 21 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Wellington to Melbourne are usually found in February or March, booked 85 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 14 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$653

One-way from

$247

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$571

Good round-trip deal

$483 or less

Good one-way deal

$324 or less
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 25/1-2/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 20m total
  • Wellington to Melbourne
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Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 28/1
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 10m total
  • Wellington to Melbourne
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($22 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Wellington to Melbourne
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 14 November 2025.

Sat 6/1220:15WLG - MEL
1 stop13h 40mAir New Zealand
Thu 11/1216:50MEL - WLG
1 stop13h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/11$655
Sat 6/1212:15WLG - MEL
1 stop21h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/1209:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11$658
Tue 2/1206:00WLG - MEL
1 stop7h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/1221:10MEL - WLG
1 stop15h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11$661
Sun 30/1120:05WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/1208:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11$671
Sun 30/1120:05WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mQantas Airways
Sun 7/1208:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/11$676
Tue 2/1216:20WLG - MEL
1 stop9h 30mQantas Airways
Thu 4/1209:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 12/11$690
Sun 30/1120:05WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mEmirates
Wed 3/1208:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 30mEmirates
Deal found 13/11$699
Wed 26/1116:20WLG - MEL
1 stop8h 50mQantas Airways
Wed 3/1208:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 13/11$700
Wed 10/1215:55WLG - MEL
1 stop7h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/1213:10MEL - WLG
2 stops16h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11$705
Mon 1/1206:00WLG - MEL
1 stop7h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/1206:00MEL - WLG
1 stop6h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/11$714
Tue 9/1215:35WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mQantas Airways
Tue 16/1212:30MEL - WLG
1 stop9h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/11$719

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Wellington to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.

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Wellington

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Melbourne

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Price

WellingtonMelbourne

WLG - MEL

WLGMEL

Wellington

Sat 6/12

20:15-07:55

1 stop13h 40m

Melbourne

Thu 11/12

16:50-08:10

1 stop13h 20m

$655

WellingtonMelbourne

WLG - MEL

WLGMEL

Wellington

Sat 6/12

12:15-07:55

1 stop21h 40m

Melbourne

Thu 11/12

09:00-14:25

Nonstop3h 25m

$658

WellingtonMelbourne

WLG - MEL

WLGMEL

Wellington

Sat 14/3

06:00-08:10

Nonstop4h 10m

Melbourne

Sat 14/3

23:55-08:35

1 stop6h 40m

$670

WellingtonMelbourne

WLG - MEL

WLGMEL

Wellington

Tue 3/3

06:05-13:20

1 stop9h 15m

Melbourne

Wed 4/3

08:00-13:30

Nonstop3h 30m

$671

WellingtonMelbourne

WLG - MEL

WLGMEL

Wellington

Sun 30/11

20:05-22:05

Nonstop4h 00m

Melbourne

Sun 7/12

08:00-13:30

Nonstop3h 30m

$676

WellingtonMelbourne

WLG - MEL

WLGMEL

Wellington

Thu 5/2

08:45-15:35

1 stop8h 50m

Melbourne

Mon 9/2

10:35-20:40

1 stop8h 05m

$685

WellingtonMelbourne

WLG - MEL

WLGMEL

Wellington

Mon 19/1

06:00-08:10

Nonstop4h 10m

Melbourne

Mon 19/1

18:50-16:10

1 stop19h 20m

$699

WellingtonMelbourne

WLG - MEL

WLGMEL

Wellington

Mon 1/12

16:20-23:10

1 stop8h 50m

Melbourne

Wed 3/12

08:00-13:30

Nonstop3h 30m

$700

WellingtonMelbourne

WLG - MEL

WLGMEL

Wellington

Wed 10/12

15:55-21:15

1 stop7h 20m

Melbourne

Fri 12/12

13:10-07:50

2 stops16h 40m

$705

WellingtonMelbourne

WLG - MEL

WLGMEL

Wellington

Tue 9/12

15:35-17:35

Nonstop4h 00m

Melbourne

Tue 16/12

12:30-23:50

1 stop9h 20m

$719

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Best time to book a flight from Wellington to Melbourne

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Wellington to Melbourne Airport

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 7 November 2025.

Booking 85 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 $333). Flying from Wellington to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $496). 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 14 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?

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 14 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.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
526 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - BNE

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.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
526 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
526 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - BNE

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.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
934 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
526 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - BNE

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.
Jetstar
6.6
Okay
482 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
526 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - BNE

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 11 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 9h 15m. Fly via Air New Zealand or Qantas Airways to get the fastest option. The distance between Wellington and Melbourne Airport is about 2588 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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 $286. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air New Zealand, from $428, and Qantas Airways, from $442. Jetstar is 52% 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 $441 for a flight from Wellington to Melbourne Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $192 while the most popular route, (Wellington - Melbourne) is currently priced at $446.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Wellington to Melbourne?

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

  • 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 $333). Flying from Wellington to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $496). 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 3 airlines flying from Wellington to Melbourne

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JetstarCheapest$286Average$568FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$428Average$582FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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