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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Wellington from $319

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 27/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — WLG
3 Sep — 10 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Wellington are usually found in November or May, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Wellington
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 4 August 2026.

Thu 10/918:30
MEL
-
WLG
1 stop10h 35m
Air New Zealand
Fri 11/918:25
WLG
-
MEL
1 stop25h 20m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 1/8$516
Thu 27/818:10
MEL
-
WLG
1 stop10h 55m
Air New Zealand
Thu 3/906:30
WLG
-
MEL
1 stop13h 00m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 30/7$519
Thu 3/918:30
MEL
-
WLG
1 stop25h 15m
Air New Zealand
Mon 7/916:05
WLG
-
MEL
1 stop18h 00m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 31/7$522
Tue 13/1018:30
MEL
-
WLG
1 stop16h 50m
Air New Zealand
Tue 27/1016:05
WLG
-
MEL
1 stop17h 55m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 30/7$523
Tue 13/1018:30
MEL
-
WLG
1 stop25h 15m
Air New Zealand
Wed 21/1006:30
WLG
-
MEL
1 stop6h 25m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 31/7$525
Wed 9/918:10
MEL
-
WLG
1 stop10h 55m
Air New Zealand
Thu 17/906:00
WLG
-
MEL
Nonstop4h 10m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 29/7$526
Tue 1/1219:10
MEL
-
WLG
1 stop10h 00m
Air New Zealand
Fri 4/1220:55
WLG
-
MEL
1 stop13h 05m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 30/7$529
Mon 31/818:10
MEL
-
WLG
1 stop25h 35m
Air New Zealand
Mon 7/906:30
WLG
-
MEL
1 stop27h 35m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 3/8$531
Sat 22/818:10
MEL
-
WLG
Nonstop3h 40m
Air New Zealand
Sun 23/806:00
WLG
-
MEL
Nonstop4h 10m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 2/8$532
Thu 10/918:30
MEL
-
WLG
1 stop10h 35m
Air New Zealand
Thu 17/907:00
WLG
-
MEL
1 stop12h 30m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 30/7$533
Thu 10/918:30
MEL
-
WLG
1 stop10h 35m
Air New Zealand
Sun 13/907:45
WLG
-
MEL
1 stop15h 50m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 1/8$535
Thu 27/806:00
AVV
-
WLG
1 stop6h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3/909:05
WLG
-
AVV
2 stops15h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/7$850

Find 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 4 August 2026.

Round-trip from

$516

One-way from

$319

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$609
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 10/9-11/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 55m total
  • Melbourne to Wellington
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Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 27/8
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 40m total
  • Melbourne to Wellington
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MelbourneWellington

MEL - WLG

MELWLG

Melbourne

Wed 26/8

18:10-20:40

1 stop24h 30m

Wellington

Wed 2/9

06:00-08:10

Nonstop4h 10m

$529

MelbourneWellington

MEL - WLG

MELWLG

Melbourne

Thu 22/10

18:55-07:10

1 stop10h 15m

Wellington

Tue 27/10

15:05-21:30

1 stop8h 25m

$565
Fastest return journey

MelbourneWellington

MEL - WLG

MELWLG

Melbourne

Tue 8/9

08:00-13:35

Nonstop3h 35m

Wellington

Tue 15/9

14:35-16:35

Nonstop4h 00m

$640

MelbourneWellington

MEL - WLG

MELWLG

Melbourne

Wed 16/9

08:00-13:35

Nonstop3h 35m

Wellington

Wed 23/9

14:35-16:35

Nonstop4h 00m

$643

MelbourneWellington

MEL - WLG

MELWLG

Melbourne

Fri 20/11

23:55-08:35

1 stop6h 40m

Wellington

Fri 27/11

16:10-23:50

1 stop9h 40m

$663

MelbourneWellington

AVV - WLG

AVVWLG

Melbourne Avalon

Thu 27/8

06:00-14:45

1 stop6h 45m

Wellington

Thu 3/9

09:05-22:50

2 stops15h 45m

$850

MelbourneWellington

MEL - WLG

MELWLG

Melbourne

Fri 21/8

08:00-13:35

Nonstop3h 35m

Wellington

Sun 30/8

15:40-23:15

1 stop9h 35m

$860

MelbourneWellington

AVV - WLG

AVVWLG

Melbourne Avalon

Thu 21/1

14:50-23:50

1 stop7h 00m

Wellington

Thu 28/1

17:30-23:15

1 stop7h 45m

$861

MelbourneWellington

AVV - WLG

AVVWLG

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 13/10

06:00-14:45

1 stop6h 45m

Wellington

Wed 21/10

15:55-20:20

1 stop6h 25m

$863

MelbourneWellington

AVV - WLG

AVVWLG

Melbourne Avalon

Thu 24/9

06:00-23:55

1 stop15h 55m

Wellington

Tue 29/9

07:05-20:20

1 stop16h 15m

$866

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Wellington

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne to Wellington

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Wellington (average of $571). Flying from Melbourne to Wellington in December is currently the most expensive (average of $917). 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 4 August 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Melbourne to Wellington as you normally would.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne to Wellington?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Melbourne to Wellington flights typically cost between $499 and $703 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $516 on Air New Zealand (10 Sept–11 Sept).

How often are flights from Melbourne to Wellington delayed?

About 19% of weekly flights between Melbourne and Wellington have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 101 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to Wellington flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Melbourne to Wellington flights?

Over the past year, Qantas Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 19% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne to Wellington?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne to Wellington, you should look to book at least 86 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.

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 4 August 2026.
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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,638 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,638 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,638 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
657 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,638 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,077 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,638 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.
Jetstar
6.6
Okay
563 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,638 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.

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 4 inbound flights from Melbourne per day.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne to Wellington?

    For as low as $640, Air New Zealand can have you in Wellington from Melbourne in 3h 35m. Melbourne and Wellington are separated by a distance of 2588 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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 $241. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Air New Zealand and Emirates, with the lowest prices starting at $275 and $282, respectively. Users have found that Jetstar is 64% 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 ($229), Jetstar ($273), and Emirates ($298).

  • 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 (88%), Air New Zealand (88%), Etihad Airways (88%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Wellington?

    The cheapest flight price from Melbourne to Wellington is $283. On average you can expect to pay $905. The most popular route, (Melbourne - Wellington), can usually be booked for $523.

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

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

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

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

  • 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Wellington (average of $571). Flying from Melbourne to Wellington in December is currently the most expensive (average of $917). 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 4 airlines flying from Melbourne to Wellington

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JetstarCheapest$241Average$505FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$275Average$633FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapest$282Average$748FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$364Average$713FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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