How long is the flight from New Zealand to Melbourne?

Departing from New Zealand to Melbourne will take you 3h 50m. The distance between New Zealand and Melbourne is about 2412 km. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New Zealand to Melbourne one-way?

The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from New Zealand to Melbourne are Jetstar ($158), Air New Zealand ($177), and Qantas Airways ($193).

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne 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 when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne, 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 popular routes from New Zealand to Melbourne?

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

What are the cheapest flights from New Zealand to Melbourne?

Looking for the cheapest flight from New Zealand to Melbourne? While on average our users pay $451, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $179. The most popular route (Auckland Intl - Melbourne), is priced around $480.

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

Before booking your flight to Melbourne from New Zealand, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: LATAM Airlines (92%), SriLankan Airlines (87%), Thai Airways( 85%).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from New Zealand to Melbourne?

Consider Jetstar, Air New Zealand or Qantas Airways when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from New Zealand to Melbourne.

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.

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Discover carefully curated flight deals from New Zealand to Melbourne that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 31 August 2026.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Melbourne (average of $480). Flying from New Zealand to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of $646). 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?

It’s optimal to fly from New Zealand to Melbourne in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 30% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

Weekly flight availability from New Zealand to Melbourne

The most flights from NZ0 to ME1 are scheduled on a Friday (55 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (34 on average).

How often are flights from New Zealand to Melbourne delayed?

About 17% of weekly flights between New Zealand and Melbourne have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 96 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 Wednesday 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, Air New Zealand have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 16% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from New Zealand to Melbourne?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from New Zealand to Melbourne, you should look to book at least 58 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 day to fly from New Zealand to Melbourne?

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,Air New Zealand, andVirgin Australia from New Zealand to Melbourne. 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.

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8.1

Very Good

3,653 reviews

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Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

DXB - MNL

I didn't expect any problems and I never got any

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

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10.0

Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

DXB - MNL

I didn't expect any problems and I never got any

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very Good

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Very Good

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10.0

Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

DXB - MNL

I didn't expect any problems and I never got any

Virgin Australia

7.6

Good

473 reviews

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10.0

Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

DXB - MNL

I didn't expect any problems and I never got any

Qantas Airways

7.5

Good

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Emirates

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Very Good

3,653 reviews

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10.0

Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

DXB - MNL

I didn't expect any problems and I never got any

Jetstar

6.5

Okay

569 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,653 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

DXB - MNL

I didn't expect any problems and I never got any

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How long is the flight from New Zealand to Melbourne?
Departing from New Zealand to Melbourne will take you 3h 50m. The distance between New Zealand and Melbourne is about 2412 km. Generally, flights for this route are direct.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New Zealand to Melbourne one-way?
The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from New Zealand to Melbourne are Jetstar ($158), Air New Zealand ($177), and Qantas Airways ($193).
What are the most popular routes from New Zealand to Melbourne?
The most popular route from New Zealand to Melbourne is Auckland Intl - Melbourne. You may also consider Auckland Intl - Melbourne Avalon or Wellington - Melbourne.
What are the most reliable airlines from New Zealand to Melbourne?
Before booking your flight to Melbourne from New Zealand, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: LATAM Airlines (92%), SriLankan Airlines (87%), Thai Airways( 85%).
What are the cheapest flights from New Zealand to Melbourne?
Looking for the cheapest flight from New Zealand to Melbourne? While on average our users pay $451, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $179. The most popular route (Auckland Intl - Melbourne), is priced around $480.
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?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Melbourne (average of $480). Flying from New Zealand to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of $646). 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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Jetstar	Cheapest$165	Average$459	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Jetstar flights
Emirates	Cheapest$195	Average$576	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Emirates flights
Virgin Australia	Cheapest$215	Average$343	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time80%	Search Virgin Australia flights
Air New Zealand	Cheapest$238	Average$673	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%	Search Air New Zealand flights
Air Tahiti Nui	Cheapest$307	Average$369	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time73%	Search Air Tahiti Nui flights
Qantas Airways	Cheapest$323	Average$584	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Qantas Airways flights

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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 31 August 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from New Zealand to Melbourne in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 30% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

Weekly flight availability from New Zealand to Melbourne

The most flights from NZ0 to ME1 are scheduled on a Friday (55 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (34 on average).

How often are flights from New Zealand to Melbourne delayed?

About 17% of weekly flights between New Zealand and Melbourne have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 96 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 Wednesday 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, Air New Zealand have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 16% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from New Zealand to Melbourne?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from New Zealand to Melbourne, you should look to book at least 58 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 day to fly from New Zealand to Melbourne?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from New Zealand to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 29 August 2026.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,Air New Zealand, andVirgin Australia from New Zealand to Melbourne. 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.

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