Cheap flights from Melbourne to New Zealand

MEL — AKL
23 Nov — 30 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$566
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($29 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($14 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in October 2026

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne to New Zealand

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne to New Zealand, you should look to book at least 88 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 month to book a flight from Melbourne to New Zealand?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to New Zealand (average of $488). Flying from Melbourne to New Zealand in December is currently the most expensive (average of $656). 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 MEL to NZ?

It’s optimal to fly from Melbourne to New Zealand in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 25% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne to New Zealand?

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

Reviews of airlines servicing New Zealand

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne to New Zealand, such as Emirates,Air New Zealand, andVirgin Australia. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.

Melbourne to New Zealand Travel Guide

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.

Related info for your journey

  • 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.

  • 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.

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

    $243 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Jetstar. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Air New Zealand and Air Tahiti Nui, with prices starting from $252 and $279, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Melbourne to New Zealand?

  • 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 Thai Airways(82%), Air India(82%) or Finnair(79%), 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 $1,657 for a flight from Melbourne to New Zealand. The cheapest flight overall is $299 while the most popular route, (Melbourne - Auckland Intl) is currently priced at $461.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to New Zealand?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to New Zealand?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to New Zealand 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 Melbourne to New Zealand?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to New Zealand (average of $488). Flying from Melbourne to New Zealand in December is currently the most expensive (average of $656). 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 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.

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Top 7 airlines flying from Melbourne to New Zealand

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$207Average$518FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$220Average$759FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$234Average$751FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$254Average$596FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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EmiratesCheapest$261Average$609FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air Tahiti NuiCheapest$351Average$536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time73%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$372Average$622FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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