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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to South Island

MEL — CHC
5 Nov — 12 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$545
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($58 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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Average for round-trip flights in October 2026
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne Airport to South Island

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to South Island?

The price you pay for your flight from Melbourne Airport to South Island may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 18 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 Melbourne Airport to South Island?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to South Island (average of $476). Flying from Melbourne Airport to South Island in December is currently the most expensive (average of $717). 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 EDG?

When flying from Melbourne Airport to South Island, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at midday, which can drop the price by up to 13% versus a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne Airport to South Island?

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

Reviews of airlines servicing South Island

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,Air New Zealand, andVirgin Australia from Melbourne Airport to South Island to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,671 reviews
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Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,671 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,671 reviews
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Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
669 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,671 reviews
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Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
479 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,671 reviews
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Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,103 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,671 reviews
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Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
570 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,671 reviews
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Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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.

Related info for your journey

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $239 on Jetstar. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Virgin Australia from $290 and Air New Zealand from $291 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Melbourne Airport to South Island?

    When deciding which route to take from Melbourne Airport to South Island, consider Melbourne - Queenstown Intl, Melbourne - Christchurch or Melbourne - Dunedin, as they are the most popular.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne Airport to South Island?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Melbourne Airport to South Island on time: Jetstar (90%), LATAM Airlines (90%), Air India (86%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to South Island?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Melbourne Airport to South Island? While on average our users pay $543, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $298. The most popular route (Melbourne - Queenstown Intl), is priced around $503.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to South Island that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to South Island?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to South Island?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to South Island 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 Airport to South Island?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to South Island (average of $476). Flying from Melbourne Airport to South Island in December is currently the most expensive (average of $717). 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 5 airlines flying from Melbourne to South Island

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$222Average$559FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$237Average$825FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$255Average$622FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$273Average$734FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest$285Average$558FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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