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Cheap flights from Wellington to Melbourne from $229

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 17/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WLG — MEL
15 Mar — 22 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Wellington to Melbourne are usually found in September or August, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Saturday

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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 13 February 2026.

Sat 2/506:00
WLG
-
MEL
Nonstop4h 10m
Air New Zealand
Sun 24/518:10
MEL
-
WLG
1 stop14h 55m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 11/2$437
Fri 1/506:00
WLG
-
MEL
Nonstop4h 10m
Air New Zealand
Fri 8/509:10
MEL
-
WLG
Nonstop3h 40m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 12/2$446
Thu 12/315:35
WLG
-
MEL
Nonstop4h 00m
Qantas Airways
Tue 17/309:00
MEL
-
WLG
Nonstop3h 25m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 10/2$450
Sun 8/314:35
WLG
-
MEL
Nonstop4h 00m
Qantas Airways
Thu 19/309:00
MEL
-
WLG
Nonstop3h 25m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 11/2$458
Fri 6/314:35
WLG
-
MEL
Nonstop4h 00m
Qantas Airways
Thu 12/309:00
MEL
-
WLG
Nonstop3h 25m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 10/2$461
Tue 24/306:00
WLG
-
MEL
1 stop6h 55m
Air New Zealand
Sat 28/318:50
MEL
-
WLG
1 stop12h 30m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 10/2$465
Sun 29/315:35
WLG
-
MEL
Nonstop4h 00m
Qantas Airways
Sun 5/408:00
MEL
-
WLG
Nonstop3h 35m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 12/2$469
Tue 10/315:35
WLG
-
MEL
Nonstop4h 00m
Qantas Airways
Tue 17/309:00
MEL
-
WLG
Nonstop3h 25m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 10/2$475
Thu 30/420:55
WLG
-
MEL
1 stop13h 10m
Air New Zealand
Sun 10/518:10
MEL
-
WLG
1 stop11h 40m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 9/2$476
Fri 13/320:55
WLG
-
MEL
1 stop14h 30m
Air New Zealand
Wed 18/308:35
MEL
-
WLG
1 stop8h 35m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 10/2$478
Sat 2/515:40
WLG
-
AVV
1 stop24h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 24/520:40
AVV
-
WLG
1 stop16h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$658
Wed 11/316:00
WLG
-
AVV
1 stop9h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 18/306:00
AVV
-
WLG
1 stop6h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$717

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 (ME1). 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 13 February 2026.

Round-trip from

$437

One-way from

$229

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$534
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 2/5-24/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 05m total
  • Wellington to Melbourne
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Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 17/3
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 10m total
  • Wellington to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($73 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($17 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Wellington

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Melbourne

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Depart

Return

Price

WellingtonMelbourne

WLG - MEL

WLGMEL

Wellington

Sat 2/5

06:00-08:10

Nonstop4h 10m

Melbourne

Sun 24/5

09:10-14:50

Nonstop3h 40m

$453

WellingtonMelbourne

WLG - MEL

WLGMEL

Wellington

Tue 24/3

15:35-17:35

Nonstop4h 00m

Melbourne

Sat 28/3

08:00-13:30

Nonstop3h 30m

$465

WellingtonMelbourne

WLG - MEL

WLGMEL

Wellington

Thu 30/4

20:55-08:05

1 stop13h 10m

Melbourne

Sun 10/5

18:10-07:50

1 stop11h 40m

$476

WellingtonMelbourne

WLG - MEL

WLGMEL

Wellington

Thu 30/4

14:35-16:35

Nonstop4h 00m

Melbourne

Sun 10/5

08:00-13:35

Nonstop3h 35m

$478

WellingtonMelbourne

WLG - MEL

WLGMEL

Wellington

Fri 13/3

20:55-09:25

1 stop14h 30m

Melbourne

Wed 18/3

08:35-19:10

1 stop8h 35m

$478

WellingtonMelbourne

WLG - MEL

WLGMEL

Wellington

Tue 10/3

15:35-17:35

Nonstop4h 00m

Melbourne

Tue 17/3

09:00-14:25

Nonstop3h 25m

$482

WellingtonMelbourne

WLG - MEL

WLGMEL

Wellington

Thu 19/3

15:35-17:35

Nonstop4h 00m

Melbourne

Sun 22/3

08:00-13:30

Nonstop3h 30m

$483

WellingtonMelbourne

WLG - MEL

WLGMEL

Wellington

Fri 17/4

20:10-22:10

Nonstop4h 00m

Melbourne

Thu 14/5

08:00-13:35

Nonstop3h 35m

$483

WellingtonMelbourne

WLG - MEL

WLGMEL

Wellington

Wed 29/4

14:35-16:35

Nonstop4h 00m

Melbourne

Wed 3/6

08:00-13:35

Nonstop3h 35m

$485

WellingtonMelbourne

WLG - MEL

WLGMEL

Wellington

Tue 21/4

20:10-22:10

Nonstop4h 00m

Melbourne

Tue 12/5

08:00-13:35

Nonstop3h 35m

$486

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Best time to book a flight from Wellington to Melbourne

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Wellington to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 6 February 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Wellington to Melbourne may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 85 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wellington to Melbourne (average of $323). Flying from Wellington to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of $461). 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 13 February 2026.

When flying from Wellington to Melbourne, 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 25% versus a flight at midday.

Weekly flight availability from Wellington to Melbourne

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 13 February 2026.

The most flights from WLG to ME1 are scheduled on a Friday (17 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

How often are flights from Wellington to Melbourne delayed?

About 10% of weekly flights between Wellington and Melbourne have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 99 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night 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 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, Air New Zealand have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 6% 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 13 February 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, andJetstar from Wellington to Melbourne by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
582 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
582 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
582 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
989 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
582 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
519 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
582 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane

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 13 outbound flights to Melbourne per day.

  • How long is the flight from Wellington to Melbourne?

    There are many flights that can get you from Wellington to Melbourne in 4h. Fly via Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, or Emirates to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 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 round-trip?

    Flying on Jetstar is currently your cheapest option to Melbourne, with prices starting at $172. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways, with the lowest prices starting at $414 and $418, respectively. Jetstar is priced at 69% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Wellington to Melbourne are Air New Zealand ($169), Qantas Airways ($188), and Jetstar ($192).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Wellington to Melbourne?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Wellington to Melbourne are IndiGo (96%), Air India (80%) and Virgin Australia (80%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Wellington to Melbourne?

    On average you can expect to pay $425 for a flight from Wellington to Melbourne. The cheapest flight overall is $183 while the most popular route, (Wellington - Melbourne) is currently priced at $405.

  • 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?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wellington to Melbourne (average of $323). Flying from Wellington to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of $461). 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

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 13 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$172Average$453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$414Average$592FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$418Average$493FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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