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Cheap flights from Wellington to Melbourne Airport from $231

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 1/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WLG — MEL
8 Jun — 15 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Wellington to Melbourne are usually found in September or February, booked 57 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

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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 9 May 2026.

Tue 9/616:05
WLG
-
MEL
1 stop18h 00m
Air New Zealand
Tue 16/609:10
MEL
-
WLG
1 stop6h 55m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 5/5$534
Sat 6/616:05
WLG
-
MEL
1 stop18h 00m
Air New Zealand
Wed 10/618:10
MEL
-
WLG
1 stop14h 55m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 8/5$536
Sat 20/612:25
WLG
-
MEL
1 stop21h 40m
Air New Zealand
Tue 30/618:10
MEL
-
WLG
1 stop25h 35m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 5/5$542
Thu 18/611:00
WLG
-
MEL
1 stop8h 30m
Air New Zealand
Thu 25/618:10
MEL
-
WLG
1 stop12h 55m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 5/5$543
Sat 8/820:15
WLG
-
MEL
1 stop13h 50m
Air New Zealand
Mon 17/818:10
MEL
-
WLG
1 stop16h 20m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 4/5$545
Wed 1/716:05
WLG
-
MEL
1 stop18h 00m
Air New Zealand
Wed 15/718:10
MEL
-
WLG
1 stop12h 25m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 8/5$546
Tue 9/617:45
WLG
-
MEL
1 stop16h 20m
Air New Zealand
Tue 30/618:10
MEL
-
WLG
1 stop14h 55m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 9/5$547
Wed 29/718:15
WLG
-
MEL
1 stop15h 50m
Air New Zealand
Wed 5/818:10
MEL
-
WLG
1 stop11h 40m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 8/5$549
Sat 6/617:45
WLG
-
MEL
1 stop16h 20m
Air New Zealand
Fri 12/618:10
MEL
-
WLG
1 stop14h 55m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 9/5$552
Thu 11/613:05
WLG
-
MEL
1 stop6h 25m
Air New Zealand
Sun 14/618:10
MEL
-
WLG
1 stop10h 55m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 7/5$553

Find 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 9 May 2026.

Round-trip from

$534

One-way from

$231

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$561

Good round-trip deal

$227 or less

Good one-way deal

$243 or less
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 9/6-16/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 24h 55m total
  • Wellington to Melbourne
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Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 1/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 15h 50m total
  • Wellington to Melbourne
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($19 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

WellingtonMelbourne

WLG - MEL

WLGMEL

Wellington

Thu 9/7

08:55-21:35

1 stop14h 40m

Melbourne

Sun 12/7

18:10-07:05

1 stop10h 55m

$680
Fastest return journey

WellingtonMelbourne

WLG - MEL

WLGMEL

Wellington

Mon 3/8

14:35-16:35

Nonstop4h 00m

Melbourne

Tue 11/8

08:00-13:35

Nonstop3h 35m

$691

WellingtonMelbourne

WLG - MEL

WLGMEL

Wellington

Sun 14/6

14:35-16:35

Nonstop4h 00m

Melbourne

Tue 16/6

08:00-13:35

Nonstop3h 35m

$698

WellingtonMelbourne

WLG - MEL

WLGMEL

Wellington

Tue 2/6

14:35-16:35

Nonstop4h 00m

Melbourne

Wed 3/6

08:00-13:35

Nonstop3h 35m

$731

WellingtonMelbourne

WLG - MEL

WLGMEL

Wellington

Sat 8/8

06:05-16:35

1 stop12h 30m

Melbourne

Wed 12/8

08:00-13:35

Nonstop3h 35m

$817

WellingtonMelbourne

WLG - MEL

WLGMEL

Wellington

Sun 14/6

06:05-15:45

1 stop11h 40m

Melbourne

Tue 16/6

08:00-13:35

Nonstop3h 35m

$827

WellingtonMelbourne

WLG - MEL

WLGMEL

Wellington

Fri 29/5

06:05-20:35

1 stop16h 30m

Melbourne

Thu 4/6

08:00-13:35

Nonstop3h 35m

$867

WellingtonMelbourne

WLG - MEL

WLGMEL

Wellington

Sat 20/6

14:35-16:35

Nonstop4h 00m

Melbourne

Sat 27/6

09:15-14:40

1 stop27h 25m

$898
Cheapest one-way

WellingtonMelbourne

WLG - MEL

WLGMEL

Wellington

Wed 17/6

18:15-17:30

1 stop25h 15m

$238
Fastest single journey

WellingtonMelbourne

WLG - MEL

WLGMEL

Wellington

Thu 18/6

11:00-17:30

1 stop8h 30m

$238

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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?

Booking 56 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wellington to Melbourne Airport (average of $488). Flying from Wellington to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $679). 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 9 May 2026.

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 34% 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 9 May 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Wellington to Melbourne Airport, such as Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
640 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
640 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
640 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,033 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
640 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

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. 2 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. 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 $401. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Qantas Airways. Air New Zealand is 28% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Wellington to Melbourne Airport one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Air New Zealand. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $172. Users have also found prices from $189 and $189 on Jetstar and Qantas Airways, respectively.

  • 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 Virgin Australia (93%), Air New Zealand (93%) and Thai Airways (93%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Wellington to Melbourne Airport?

    On average you can expect to pay $288 for a flight from Wellington to Melbourne Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $200 while the most popular route, (Wellington - Melbourne) is currently priced at $536.

  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wellington to Melbourne Airport (average of $488). Flying from Wellington to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $679). 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 2 airlines flying from Wellington to Melbourne

Discover the top 2 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 9 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air New ZealandCheapest$401Average$635FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$420Average$590FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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