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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Tauranga from $719

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 20/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — TRG
15 Feb — 22 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Tauranga

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) 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 16 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$719

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,118
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 20/2-23/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 05m total
  • Melbourne to Tauranga
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price ($257 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($43 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 16 January 2026.

Fri 20/218:50
MEL
-
TRG
1 stop20h 30m
Air New Zealand
Mon 23/218:50
TRG
-
MEL
1 stop16h 35m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 15/1$719
Sun 1/323:55
MEL
-
TRG
1 stop6h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/317:50
TRG
-
MEL
1 stop6h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/1$741
Tue 2/606:35
MEL
-
TRG
1 stop7h 20m
Qantas Airways
Sat 6/616:05
TRG
-
MEL
1 stop27h 30m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 14/1$885
Fri 20/223:55
MEL
-
TRG
1 stop10h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 25/218:50
TRG
-
MEL
1 stop16h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/1$898
Fri 20/223:55
MEL
-
TRG
1 stop10h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 22/218:50
TRG
-
MEL
1 stop16h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/1$909
Fri 20/223:55
MEL
-
TRG
1 stop10h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 21/217:50
TRG
-
MEL
1 stop6h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/1$934
Fri 20/206:00
MEL
-
TRG
2 stops9h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 23/212:30
TRG
-
MEL
1 stop22h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/1$980

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Melbourne

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Tauranga

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneTauranga

MEL - TRG

MELTRG

Melbourne

Fri 20/2

18:50-17:20

1 stop20h 30m

Tauranga

Mon 23/2

18:50-09:25

1 stop16h 35m

$719

MelbourneTauranga

MEL - TRG

MELTRG

Melbourne

Sun 1/3

23:55-08:40

1 stop6h 45m

Tauranga

Sun 8/3

17:50-22:35

1 stop6h 45m

$741

MelbourneTauranga

MEL - TRG

MELTRG

Melbourne

Tue 2/6

06:35-15:55

1 stop7h 20m

Tauranga

Sat 6/6

16:05-17:35

1 stop27h 30m

$885

MelbourneTauranga

MEL - TRG

MELTRG

Melbourne

Fri 20/2

23:55-12:00

1 stop10h 05m

Tauranga

Wed 25/2

18:50-09:25

1 stop16h 35m

$898

MelbourneTauranga

MEL - TRG

MELTRG

Melbourne

Fri 20/2

23:55-12:00

1 stop10h 05m

Tauranga

Tue 24/2

17:50-09:25

1 stop17h 35m

$909

MelbourneTauranga

MEL - TRG

MELTRG

Melbourne

Fri 20/2

23:55-12:00

1 stop10h 05m

Tauranga

Sun 22/2

18:50-09:25

1 stop16h 35m

$909

MelbourneTauranga

MEL - TRG

MELTRG

Melbourne

Fri 20/2

06:00-17:20

2 stops9h 20m

Tauranga

Mon 23/2

12:30-09:25

1 stop22h 55m

$980

MelbourneTauranga

MEL - TRG

MELTRG

Melbourne

Fri 20/2

12:10-21:00

1 stop6h 50m

Tauranga

Sat 21/2

13:25-22:00

2 stops10h 35m

$1,072

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Deals found on 15/1

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne Airport to Tauranga

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Tauranga (average of $188). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Tauranga in December is currently the most expensive (average of $275). 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 16 January 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne Airport to Tauranga, such as Air New Zealand. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
570 reviews
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Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
570 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
570 reviews
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Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane

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 Airport to Tauranga?

    A quick flight from Melbourne Airport to Tauranga can take about 7h 20m. Air New Zealand provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $885. There are 2746 km between Melbourne Airport and Tauranga. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    Flying on Air New Zealand is currently your cheapest option to Tauranga, with prices starting at $565. You may be able to fly from Melbourne Airport to Tauranga for 30% 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 Airport to Tauranga?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Tauranga (average of $188). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Tauranga in December is currently the most expensive (average of $275). 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 airline flying from Melbourne to Tauranga

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Air New ZealandCheapest$565Average$754FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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