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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Tauranga from $435

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 9/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — TRG
19 Apr — 26 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Tauranga
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Tauranga. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 March 2026.

Mon 4/523:55
MEL
-
TRG
1 stop7h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 11/517:45
TRG
-
MEL
1 stop7h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/3$774
Mon 4/509:10
MEL
-
TRG
2 stops8h 05m
Air New Zealand
Mon 11/518:50
TRG
-
MEL
2 stops39h 20m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 19/3$862
Thu 30/709:25
MEL
-
TRG
1 stop7h 50m
Qantas Airways
Fri 31/713:25
TRG
-
MEL
1 stop20h 55m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 19/3$961
Sat 23/506:35
MEL
-
TRG
1 stop10h 40m
Qantas Airways
Sun 24/509:50
TRG
-
MEL
1 stop24h 30m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 15/3$970

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Tauranga

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) to Tauranga (TRG). 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 20 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$774

One-way from

$435

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$756
4/5-11/5
  • 4/5-11/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 14h 20m total
  • Melbourne to Tauranga
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9/5
  • 9/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 20m total
  • Melbourne to Tauranga
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($121 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($38 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

MelbourneTauranga

MEL - TRG

MELTRG

Melbourne

Mon 4/5

09:10-19:15

2 stops8h 05m

Tauranga

Mon 11/5

18:50-08:10

2 stops39h 20m

$862

MelbourneTauranga

MEL - TRG

MELTRG

Melbourne

Thu 30/7

09:25-19:15

1 stop7h 50m

Tauranga

Fri 31/7

13:25-08:20

1 stop20h 55m

$961

MelbourneTauranga

MEL - TRG

MELTRG

Melbourne

Sat 23/5

06:35-19:15

1 stop10h 40m

Tauranga

Sun 24/5

09:50-08:20

1 stop24h 30m

$984
Fastest return journey

MelbourneTauranga

MEL - TRG

MELTRG

Melbourne

Thu 2/4

07:25-19:15

2 stops9h 50m

Tauranga

Sun 12/4

11:10-16:35

1 stop7h 25m

$1,900

MelbourneTauranga

MEL - TRG

MELTRG

Melbourne

Thu 2/4

23:00-18:15

1 stop17h 15m

Tauranga

Sun 12/4

18:50-21:35

1 stop28h 45m

$1,919
Cheapest one-way

MelbourneTauranga

MEL - TRG

MELTRG

Melbourne

Sat 9/5

23:55-19:15

1 stop17h 20m

$435
Fastest single journey

MelbourneTauranga

MEL - TRG

MELTRG

Melbourne

Mon 6/4

06:15-19:15

2 stops11h 00m

$760

MelbourneTauranga

MEL - TRG

MELTRG

Melbourne

Mon 6/4

14:30-17:15

3 stops24h 45m

$834

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Tauranga

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Tauranga (average of $189). Flying from Melbourne to Tauranga in December is currently the most expensive (average of $261). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Tauranga

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Tauranga. 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 Tauranga. Reviews last updated 20 March 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand from Melbourne to Tauranga. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
615 reviews
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Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Debra,Mar 2026

HNL - AKL

My seat was very comfortable. The movies were good. The food was delicious. It ran on time.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
615 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
615 reviews
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Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Debra,Mar 2026

HNL - AKL

My seat was very comfortable. The movies were good. The food was delicious. It ran on time.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Tauranga. 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 into for flights to Tauranga from Melbourne?

    Tauranga (TRG) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Melbourne to Tauranga. You should not have trouble finding flights to Tauranga from Melbourne; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Melbourne per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 1 airline has flights to the Tauranga airport from Melbourne. It is only a 3.0 km journey from Tauranga (TRG) to Tauranga’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne to Tauranga?

    For as low as $961, Air New Zealand can have you in Tauranga from Melbourne in 7h 50m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2746 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Melbourne to Tauranga round-trip?

    Flying on Air New Zealand is currently your cheapest option to Tauranga, with prices starting at $536. You may be able to fly from Melbourne to Tauranga for 34% less than the average price by searching for this airline.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Tauranga?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Tauranga 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 Tauranga?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Tauranga (average of $189). Flying from Melbourne to Tauranga in December is currently the most expensive (average of $261). 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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Air New ZealandCheapest$536Average$782FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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