Cheap flights from Melbourne to New Zealand
How far in advance should I book a flight from Melbourne to New Zealand?
To save on the cost of your flight from Melbourne to New Zealand, book at least 61 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 47% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $497 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $600.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to New Zealand?
May can be a great time to fly to New Zealand from Melbourne with a flight ticket averaging about $399. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of May for as cheap as $216. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne to New Zealand (MEL - NZ)?
Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Melbourne to New Zealand as you normally would.
Cheap flights from Melbourne to New Zealand in May, June 2022
The best prices found for Melbourne to New Zealand flights in May, June
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Cheap flights to New Zealand from Melbourne found for this year
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Cheap Jetstar flights from Melbourne to New Zealand
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Direct flights to New Zealand from Melbourne
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Last-minute flights from Melbourne to New Zealand
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Related info for your journey
Useful info, stats and facts about Melbourne to New Zealand flights.
What airports serve Melbourne to New Zealand flights?
Your flight to New Zealand from Melbourne will originate from the Melbourne Airport and land at either Auckland International Airport, or others that include Queenstown Airport and Christchurch International Airport. The busiest airport, and the one that most people will use is Auckland International Airport.Auckland Airport is the largest one in all of New Zealand. It services more than 21 million passengers in a year. It’s located to the south of the city centre, near to a suburb called Mangere. This airport is a hub for Jetstar Airways, Air New Zealand, and Virgin Australia.
Which airlines fly directly from Melbourne to New Zealand?
There are several airlines that fly non-stop to New Zealand from Melbourne. Jetstar, Emirates, Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways, and Air New Zealand all offer direct flights from Melbourne Airport to Auckland Airport. There are multiple options from most of them. A non-stop flight is around 3h 35mins between these airports.
What are the stopover options between Melbourne to New Zealand?
There are only a couple of typical stopovers for flights between Melbourne and New Zealand. Many flights stop in Sydney. There are also some that stop in Brisbane. Be aware that some of these stopovers can add a lot of time to your travel day. Many of the stops are for a couple of hours, but there are some that will add almost a whole day to your travel time.
Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Melbourne to New Zealand?
You do not need a visa or other kind of permit if you’re traveling on your Australian passport. You can also be using an Australian resident return visa that’s current. If you are an Australian permanent resident, rather than an Australian citizen, you will need to obtain a New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority (NZeTA) as of 1 October 2019. You can apply for this online.
Which airlines flying from Melbourne to New Zealand have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?
Due to the rapidly changing circumstances due to COVID-19, airlines like Air New Zealand, Jetstar, and Qantas Airways flying from Melbourne to New Zealand have implemented new flexible cancellation policies.
Can I find flights from Melbourne to New Zealand for under $400 on Cheapflights?
Yes, there are multiple flights from Melbourne to New Zealand for under $400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Jetstar for just $306, but on average you can expect to pay $337.
Are there direct flights from Melbourne to New Zealand for under $400 on Cheapflights?
Cheapflights has 20 direct flights from Melbourne to New Zealand under $400. A good price for a direct flight from Melbourne to New Zealand is less than $339.
Are there last-minute flights available from Melbourne to New Zealand for under $700?
There are currently 20+ open flights from Melbourne to New Zealand within the next 7 days for less than $700.
What days are direct flights available from Melbourne to New Zealand?
Days when direct flights are available for this flight are: Wednesday, Saturday.
How popular is this Melbourne to New Zealand flight route?
This flight path from Melbourne to New Zealand was viewed by 31,388 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.
How many flights depart from Melbourne to New Zealand on average per day?
5 flight departures from Melbourne to New Zealand per day on average.
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How long is the flight from Melbourne to New Zealand?
Airlines like Jetstar fly from Melbourne to New Zealand in about 3h 30m. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. Melbourne and New Zealand are separated by a distance of 2651 km. All flights are typically direct.
What are the most popular routes from Melbourne to New Zealand?
The most popular route from Melbourne to New Zealand is Melbourne - Auckland Intl. You may also consider Melbourne - Christchurch or Melbourne Avalon - Auckland Intl.
What are the most popular airlines that fly from Melbourne to New Zealand?
Before booking your flight from Melbourne to New Zealand, check out the most popular airlines for this route: Emirates, Fiji Airways or Jetstar.
What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne to New Zealand?
No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Melbourne to New Zealand consider choosing Air New Zealand(48%), Etihad Airways(45%) or Singapore Airlines(45%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.
What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne to New Zealand?
On average you can expect to pay $953 for a flight from Melbourne to New Zealand. The cheapest flight overall is $289 while the most popular route, (Melbourne - Auckland Intl) is currently priced at $332.
What are the most eco-friendly airlines from Melbourne to New Zealand?
More and more travelers are looking to use sustainable travel methods when they make trips, especially when they are traveling a great distance such as you will on this trip. When researching flights to New Zealand from Melbourne one of the most eco-friendly things you can do as a traveler is to find airlines that travel in an eco-friendly manner. One of the main air carriers that travels routes between Melbourne and New Zealand is Air New Zealand. Air New Zealand has a sustainability advisory panel that is a group of external experts that meets twice a year to advise the airline on how to behave in a more sustainable way. The airline has set a goal of achieving net-zero emissions by the year 2050.
How can I fly more sustainably from Melbourne to New Zealand?
One very environmentally friendly tip for traveling is to take a reusable water bottle. Plastic water bottles that are very common on airplanes not only contribute a huge amount of waste to the environment but they take a tremendous amount of energy to recycle. When you book your flight, do your best to find direct flights. When you book flights with multiple layovers, you are having a much greater negative impact on the environment because the more flights you take, the more carbon you put in the environment. As you look for seats on the plane, try to stick to those in the economy section since those seats take up less space per passenger than those in business or first class thus lessening their environmental impact.
Can I fly to New Zealand from Melbourne right now?
Most visitors from Melbourne need to provide a negative COVID-19 test result and/or quarantine to enter New Zealand.
COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from Melbourne must present a negative RT-PCR (NAAT) or Antigen (quick-test) test taken 48 hours for RT-PCR (NAAT) and 24 hours for Antigen (quick-test) before departing to New Zealand.
Quarantine requirements
Visitors from Melbourne are not required to quarantine after entering New Zealand.
Documents
Managed Isolation Allocation system voucher - Travelers are required to obtain a Managed Isolation Allocation system voucher confirming their place in a managed isolation facility before boarding a flight to New Zealand.
Online Travel Declaration - Complete the Travel Declaration process to obtain a Travel Pass prior to arrival in New Zealand.
Can I fly back to Melbourne from New Zealand?
COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from New Zealand are not required to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test or antigen result upon entering Melbourne.
Quarantine requirements
Visitors from New Zealand are not required to quarantine after entering Melbourne.
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Top 5 airlines flying from Melbourne to New Zealand
The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users travelling from Melbourne to New Zealand choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
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See what time of day planes typically take off from Melbourne to New Zealand
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