Q: Can I fly back to Melbourne from South Island?

Returning to Melbourne from South Island COVID-19 testing requirements Visitors from South Island are not required to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test or antigen result upon entering Melbourne. Quarantine requirements Visitors from South Island are not required to quarantine after entering Melbourne. Find deals

Question 1

How popular is this Melbourne to South Island flight route?

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Within the past month, 7,066 users have taken a look at flights from Melbourne to South Island. Find deals

Question 2

Can I fly to South Island from Melbourne right now?

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Information is based on travel restrictions from Melbourne to South Island

Most visitors from Melbourne need to provide a negative COVID-19 test result and/or quarantine to enter South Island.

COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from Melbourne are not required to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test or antigen result upon entering South Island.

Quarantine requirements
Visitors from Melbourne are not required to quarantine after entering South Island.

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Travel Declaration - Complete the Travel Declaration process to obtain a Travel Pass prior to arrival in New Zealand.

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Question 3

Can I fly back to Melbourne from South Island?

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Returning to Melbourne from South Island

COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from South Island are not required to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test or antigen result upon entering Melbourne.

Quarantine requirements
Visitors from South Island are not required to quarantine after entering Melbourne.

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Question 4

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Melbourne to South Island?

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Emirates, Jetstar and Air New Zealand are the most popular airlines when flying from Melbourne to South Island. Find deals

Question 5

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

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

Question 6

What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne to South Island?

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Looking for the cheapest flight from Melbourne to South Island? While on average our users pay $542, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $329. The most popular route (Melbourne - Christchurch), is priced around $537.

Question 7

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

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The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Melbourne to South Island are Etihad Airways (63%), Air New Zealand (51%) and Singapore Airlines (51%).

Question 8

Can I find flights from Melbourne to South Island for under $400 on Cheapflights?

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Yes, there are multiple flights from Melbourne to South Island for under $400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Jetstar for just $380, but on average you can expect to pay $424.

Question 9

Are there direct flights from Melbourne to South Island for under $400 on Cheapflights?

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Cheapflights has 20 direct flights from Melbourne to South Island under $400. A good price for a direct flight from Melbourne to South Island is less than $430.

Question 10

Are there last-minute flights available from Melbourne to South Island for under $500?

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There are currently 20+ open flights from Melbourne to South Island within the next 7 days for less than $500.

Question 11

Which airlines flying from Melbourne to South Island have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?

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Jetstar, Air New Zealand, and Qantas Airways are some of the carriers that may have flexible cancellation policies. You can use our site to filter for other airlines that may also have this kind of flexibility.

Question 12

How far in advance should I book a flight from Melbourne to South Island?

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When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 61 days in advance, which can save you up to 87% on flights from Melbourne to South Island compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 61 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $947. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $1,242.

Question 13

What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to South Island?

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The best pricing can be found in the month of August. Prices to South Island from Melbourne average $629. You can even find prices in August for less than $629, as users have found deals to South Island from as low as $361. The month of April appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to South Island from Melbourne. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 43%.

Question 14

When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne to South Island (MEL - EDG)?

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When flying from Melbourne to South Island, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time	COVID-19 safety
Jetstar	Cheapest$228	Average$510	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	COVID-19 safety	Search Jetstar flights
Singapore Airlines	Cheapest$236	Average$837	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time81%	COVID-19 safety	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Virgin Australia	Cheapest$402	Average$577	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time80%	COVID-19 safety	Search Virgin Australia flights
Emirates	Cheapest$434	Average$658	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	COVID-19 safety	Search Emirates flights
Air New Zealand	Cheapest$500	Average$769	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%	COVID-19 safety	Search Air New Zealand flights
Qantas Airways	Cheapest$519	Average$852	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	COVID-19 safety	Search Qantas Airways flights

32%of flight departures	Early morningMidnight to 6 am
48%of flight departures	Morning6 am to noon
13%of flight departures	AfternoonNoon to 6 pm
7%of flight departures	Evening6 pm to midnight

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