Cheap flights from Melbourne to Wellington from $268
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 7/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — WLG
18 Oct — 25 Oct1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Wellington are usually found in March or February, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Friday
Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Wellington
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) to Wellington (WLG). 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 18 September 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Wellington. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 September 2025.
Sat 29/1108:35MEL - WLG
1 stop9h 45mAir New Zealand
Sun 7/1211:00WLG - MEL
1 stop8h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 17/9$520
Sun 12/1018:40MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 35mEmirates
Sat 18/1006:15WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mEmirates
Deal found 16/9$538
Thu 9/1018:25MEL - WLG
1 stop10h 50mAir New Zealand
Tue 14/1011:55WLG - MEL
1 stop10h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/9$552
Sun 12/1018:40MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 18/1012:20WLG - MEL
1 stop12h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9$580
Sat 22/1109:10MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 35mAir New Zealand
Sun 23/1106:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/9$586
Fri 7/1118:50MEL - WLG
1 stop17h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 28/1115:55WLG - MEL
1 stop7h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9$591
Fri 7/1116:50MEL - WLG
1 stop13h 20mAir New Zealand
Tue 25/1106:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 17/9$597
Sat 29/1108:35MEL - WLG
1 stop9h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/1220:05WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/9$603
Fri 7/1116:50MEL - WLG
1 stop13h 20mAir New Zealand
Thu 27/1106:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 17/9$606
Fri 7/1118:50MEL - WLG
1 stop17h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 26/1119:45WLG - MEL
1 stop17h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9$610
Thu 6/1108:10AVV - WLG
1 stop13h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/1110:45WLG - AVV
2 stops22h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9$793
Wed 5/1108:10AVV - WLG
1 stop13h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/1116:00WLG - AVV
1 stop9h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/9$811
Best flights from Melbourne to Wellington
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Melbourne to Wellington that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 18 September 2025.
Sun 12/1018:40MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 35mEmirates
Sat 18/1006:15WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mEmirates
Deal found 16/9$538
Sat 7/209:10MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 35mAir New Zealand
Mon 9/206:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/9$639
Thu 16/1009:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 35mQantas Airways
Mon 20/1015:35WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 15/9$663
Mon 15/1218:55MEL - WLG
1 stop10h 10mJetstar
Thu 15/120:10WLG - MEL
1 stop15h 10mJetstar
Deal found 17/9$703
Tue 20/117:00AVV - WLG
1 stop19h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/215:55WLG - AVV
1 stop6h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9$743
Sat 22/1108:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
Fri 28/1120:05WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 15/9$664
Tue 4/1109:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 25mEmirates
Tue 25/1115:35WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mEmirates
Deal found 16/9$746
Thu 6/1108:10AVV - WLG
1 stop13h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/1110:45WLG - AVV
2 stops22h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9$793
Wed 11/308:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
Sun 15/320:05WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 16/9$761
Mon 3/1106:00MEL - WLG
1 stop7h 20mEmirates
Fri 28/1120:05WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mEmirates
Deal found 17/9$781
Tue 18/1117:00AVV - WLG
1 stop19h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 25/1116:00WLG - AVV
1 stop9h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9$841
Mon 2/215:00AVV - WLG
1 stop6h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 23/215:55WLG - AVV
1 stop6h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9$842
Sat 1/1108:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
Fri 28/1120:05WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 16/9$856
Sun 2/1108:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
Fri 28/1120:05WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 16/9$856
Fri 7/1115:00AVV - WLG
1 stop6h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/1116:00WLG - AVV
1 stop9h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9$893
Mon 3/1108:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
Tue 25/1115:35WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 16/9$856
Thu 20/1117:00AVV - WLG
1 stop19h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 25/1116:00WLG - AVV
1 stop9h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9$920
Wed 5/1108:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
Tue 25/1115:35WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/9$857
Wed 19/1115:00AVV - WLG
1 stop6h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 25/1116:00WLG - AVV
1 stop9h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9$944
Mon 20/1021:40AVV - WLG
1 stop15h 55mQantas Airways
Sun 2/1116:20WLG - AVV
1 stop25h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 16/9$950
Mon 19/110:20AVV - WLG
1 stop5h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/215:55WLG - AVV
1 stop6h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9$955
Sun 18/108:10AVV - WLG
1 stop8h 00mQantas Airways
Mon 9/206:05WLG - AVV
1 stop10h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 14/9$953
Direct flights from Melbourne to Wellington
Explore direct flight options from Melbourne to Wellington based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 18 September 2025.
Sun 12/1018:40MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 35mEmirates
Sat 18/1006:15WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mEmirates
Deal found 16/9$538
Thu 9/1009:10MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 40mAir New Zealand
Tue 14/1006:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/9$582
Sat 22/1109:10MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 35mAir New Zealand
Sun 23/1106:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/9$586
Fri 31/1008:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/1120:05WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/9$664
Fri 31/1013:30MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
Fri 7/1120:05WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 16/9$667
Sat 4/1008:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 35mQantas Airways
Mon 6/1006:15WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/9$710
Fri 7/1113:30MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
Tue 25/1115:35WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/9$721
Fri 7/1113:30MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/1106:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9$730
Fri 7/1113:30MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
Sun 30/1120:05WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 16/9$736
Tue 30/908:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 35mQantas Airways
Mon 6/1006:15WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/9$739
Tue 4/1109:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 25mEmirates
Fri 28/1120:05WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mEmirates
Deal found 16/9$746
Wed 15/1009:10MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 40mAir New Zealand
Wed 22/1006:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 17/9$752
Last-minute flights from Melbourne to Wellington
Discover last-minute flight deals from Melbourne to Wellington. Data last updated 18 September 2025 and is based on user searches.
Wed 24/914:55AVV - WLG
1 stop7h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 26/915:00WLG - AVV
2 stops9h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9$1,524
Wed 24/920:55AVV - WLG
1 stop15h 50mQantas Airways
Wed 1/1007:05WLG - AVV
1 stop10h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 16/9$2,025
Fri 26/920:55AVV - WLG
2 stops15h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 4/1016:55WLG - AVV
1 stop8h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9$2,030
Thu 9/1018:25MEL - WLG
1 stop10h 50mAir New Zealand
Tue 14/1011:55WLG - MEL
1 stop10h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/9$552
Thu 9/1018:55MEL - WLG
1 stop10h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 14/1021:10WLG - MEL
2 stops15h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9$670
Sun 12/1018:40MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 35mEmirates
Sat 18/1006:15WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mEmirates
Deal found 16/9$538
Sun 12/1018:40MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 18/1012:20WLG - MEL
1 stop12h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9$580
Wed 15/1018:45MEL - WLG
1 stop11h 05mJetstar
Wed 22/1014:10WLG - MEL
1 stop10h 35mJetstar
Deal found 17/9$663
Fri 31/1008:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/1120:05WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/9$664
Fri 31/1013:30MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
Fri 7/1120:05WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 16/9$667
Fri 31/1018:30MEL - WLG
1 stop10h 35mMultiple Airlines
Fri 7/1115:55WLG - MEL
1 stop9h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9$691
Fri 31/1018:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 35mAir New Zealand
Fri 7/1120:55WLG - MEL
1 stop14h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/9$696
One-way flights from Melbourne to Wellington
Search for one-way flight options from Melbourne to Wellington. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 18 September 2025.
Sat 7/218:50MEL - WLG
1 stop25h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/9$268
Thu 15/118:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/9$283
Tue 9/1210:35MEL - WLG
1 stop9h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/9$291
Tue 17/309:05MEL - WLG
1 stop10h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/9$292
Sat 15/1116:50MEL - WLG
1 stop13h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 15/9$301
Fri 24/1018:40MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 35mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/9$303
Fri 6/213:30MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 16/9$306
Sun 26/1008:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 15/9$307
Wed 4/208:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 30mEmirates
Deal found 17/9$309
Thu 13/1120:35MEL - WLG
1 stop16h 15mJetstar
Deal found 17/9$321
Thu 5/209:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 25mEmirates
Deal found 17/9$324
Wed 8/1006:00AVV - WLG
1 stop16h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9$358
Cheapflights Fare Finder
Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Wellington that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 18 September 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne to Wellington that are best for you.
Fly from
Melbourne
Fly to
Wellington
Route
Depart
Return
Price
MelbourneWellington
MEL - WLG
MELWLG
Melbourne
Sun 12/10
18:40-00:15
Nonstop3h 35m
Wellington
Sat 18/10
06:15-08:15
Nonstop4h 00m
$538
MelbourneWellington
MEL - WLG
MELWLG
Melbourne
Sat 7/2
09:10-14:45
Nonstop3h 35m
Wellington
Mon 9/2
06:00-08:10
Nonstop4h 10m
$639
MelbourneWellington
MEL - WLG
MELWLG
Melbourne
Thu 16/10
09:00-14:35
Nonstop3h 35m
Wellington
Mon 20/10
15:35-17:35
Nonstop4h 00m
$663
MelbourneWellington
MEL - WLG
MELWLG
Melbourne
Sat 22/11
08:00-13:30
Nonstop3h 30m
Wellington
Fri 28/11
20:05-22:05
Nonstop4h 00m
$664
MelbourneWellington
MEL - WLG
MELWLG
Melbourne
Mon 15/12
18:55-07:05
1 stop10h 10m
Wellington
Thu 15/1
20:10-09:20
1 stop15h 10m
$703
MelbourneWellington
AVV - WLG
AVVWLG
Melbourne Avalon
Tue 20/1
17:00-14:50
1 stop19h 50m
Wellington
Wed 11/2
15:55-20:20
1 stop6h 25m
$743
MelbourneWellington
MEL - WLG
MELWLG
Melbourne
Tue 4/11
09:00-14:25
Nonstop3h 25m
Wellington
Tue 25/11
15:35-17:35
Nonstop4h 00m
$746
MelbourneWellington
MEL - WLG
MELWLG
Melbourne
Wed 11/3
08:00-13:30
Nonstop3h 30m
Wellington
Sun 15/3
20:05-22:05
Nonstop4h 00m
$761
MelbourneWellington
MEL - WLG
MELWLG
Melbourne
Mon 3/11
06:00-15:20
1 stop7h 20m
Wellington
Fri 28/11
20:05-22:05
Nonstop4h 00m
$781
MelbourneWellington
AVV - WLG
AVVWLG
Melbourne Avalon
Thu 6/11
08:10-00:05
1 stop13h 55m
Wellington
Mon 10/11
10:45-07:35
2 stops22h 50m
$793
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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Wellington
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Wellington from Melbourne with our price prediction graph.
Estimated return price
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Cheapflights Insights
Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne to Wellington
How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne to Wellington?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Wellington. Price data was last updated on 12 September 2025.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne to Wellington, you should look to book at least 90 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 Wellington?
Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Wellington (average of $337). Flying from Melbourne to Wellington in December is currently the most expensive (average of $503). 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 WLG?
Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Wellington. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 18 September 2025.
It’s typically best to fly out from Melbourne to Wellington in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 19% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne to Wellington?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Wellington. Price data was last updated on 6 October 2024.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne to Wellington flight should consider departing on Tuesday at midday 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.
Weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Wellington
Explore weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Wellington. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 18 September 2025.
The most flights from ME1 to WLG are scheduled on a Monday (13 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).
Reviews of airlines servicing Wellington
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Wellington. 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 Wellington. Reviews last updated 18 September 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways from Melbourne to Wellington by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Check in was poor, understaffed. ICE system old and no live channels. All in Emirates service is declining
Related info for your journey
Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Wellington. 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 Wellington from Melbourne?
Wellington (WLG), located 5.3 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Melbourne to Wellington. 4 airlines have flights to Wellington from Melbourne on a regular basis. Booking flights from Melbourne to Wellington should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 11 inbound flights from Melbourne per day.
How long is the flight from Melbourne to Wellington?
For as low as $538, Emirates can have you in Wellington from Melbourne in 3h 35m. Melbourne and Wellington are separated by a distance of 2588 km. Generally, flights for this route are direct.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne to Wellington round-trip?
Flying on Jetstar is currently your cheapest option to Wellington, with prices starting at $298. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Emirates and Air New Zealand, with the lowest prices starting at $364 and $385, respectively. Users have found that Jetstar is 52% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne to Wellington one-way?
The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Melbourne to Wellington are Air New Zealand ($268), Qantas Airways ($306), and Jetstar ($376).
What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne to Wellington?
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 to Wellington on time: Virgin Australia (91%), Air New Zealand (91%), Etihad Airways (90%).
What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Wellington?
The cheapest flight price from Melbourne to Wellington is $294. On average you can expect to pay $567. The most popular route, (Melbourne - Wellington), can usually be booked for $435.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Wellington?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Wellington 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 Wellington?
Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Wellington (average of $337). Flying from Melbourne to Wellington in December is currently the most expensive (average of $503). 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.
Explore flights to Wellington departing from other origins. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 18 September 2025.
Top 4 airlines flying from Melbourne to Wellington
Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Wellington. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 18 September 2025.
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