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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Wellington from $339

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 14/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — WLG
27 Aug — 3 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 28 July 2026.

Fri 11/918:10
MEL
-
WLG
1 stop11h 40m
Air New Zealand
Fri 18/921:15
WLG
-
MEL
1 stop26h 20m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 28/7$549
Sat 5/1219:10
MEL
-
WLG
1 stop10h 55m
Air New Zealand
Sun 6/1220:15
WLG
-
MEL
1 stop13h 45m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 28/7$573
Wed 2/909:10
MEL
-
WLG
Nonstop3h 40m
Air New Zealand
Fri 11/906:00
WLG
-
MEL
Nonstop4h 10m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 24/7$602
Sat 22/818:10
MEL
-
WLG
Nonstop3h 40m
Air New Zealand
Sat 29/817:45
WLG
-
MEL
1 stop16h 20m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 23/7$605
Wed 2/911:05
MEL
-
WLG
1 stop5h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 11/917:45
WLG
-
MEL
1 stop26h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/7$617
Thu 10/908:00
MEL
-
WLG
Nonstop3h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 17/909:45
WLG
-
MEL
1 stop24h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/7$619

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Wellington

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) 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 28 July 2026.

Round-trip from

$602

One-way from

$339

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$640

Good round-trip deal

$512 or less

Good one-way deal

$403 or less
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 2/9-11/9
  • Nonstop
  • 7h 50m total
  • Melbourne to Wellington
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Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 14/10
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 35m total
  • Melbourne to Wellington
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($86 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($33 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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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 28 July 2026.
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MelbourneWellington

MEL - WLG

MELWLG

Melbourne

Sat 22/8

18:10-23:50

Nonstop3h 40m

Wellington

Sat 29/8

17:45-08:05

1 stop16h 20m

$605

MelbourneWellington

MEL - WLG

MELWLG

Melbourne

Tue 11/8

20:15-14:00

1 stop15h 45m

Wellington

Tue 18/8

14:10-22:45

1 stop10h 35m

$675

MelbourneWellington

MEL - WLG

MELWLG

Melbourne

Thu 10/9

11:05-19:00

1 stop5h 55m

Wellington

Tue 15/9

19:40-10:05

1 stop16h 25m

$685

MelbourneWellington

MEL - WLG

MELWLG

Melbourne

Fri 11/9

11:05-19:00

1 stop5h 55m

Wellington

Mon 14/9

19:40-10:05

1 stop16h 25m

$693

MelbourneWellington

MEL - WLG

MELWLG

Melbourne

Fri 14/8

11:05-19:00

1 stop5h 55m

Wellington

Mon 17/8

08:30-22:45

1 stop16h 15m

$699
Fastest return journey

MelbourneWellington

MEL - WLG

MELWLG

Melbourne

Thu 5/11

08:00-13:30

Nonstop3h 30m

Wellington

Mon 9/11

14:35-16:40

Nonstop4h 05m

$730

MelbourneWellington

MEL - WLG

MELWLG

Melbourne

Sat 12/12

08:00-13:30

Nonstop3h 30m

Wellington

Fri 8/1

06:05-20:35

1 stop16h 30m

$869

MelbourneWellington

MEL - WLG

MELWLG

Melbourne

Fri 25/12

18:20-23:55

Nonstop3h 35m

Wellington

Sat 2/1

07:50-13:45

1 stop7h 55m

$1,013

MelbourneWellington

MEL - WLG

MELWLG

Melbourne

Sat 12/12

08:00-13:30

Nonstop3h 30m

Wellington

Tue 5/1

06:05-18:55

2 stops14h 50m

$1,053

MelbourneWellington

MEL - WLG

MELWLG

Melbourne

Tue 18/8

18:50-14:40

1 stop17h 50m

Wellington

Wed 19/8

20:15-08:10

1 stop13h 55m

$1,058

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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 Airport to Wellington

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

The best time to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Wellington is 86 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Wellington (average of $572). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Wellington in December is currently the most expensive (average of $919). 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 28 July 2026.

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

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

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.

Melbourne Airport to Wellington flights typically cost between $500 and $705 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $602 on Air New Zealand (2 Sept–11 Sept).

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 28 July 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates,Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways from Melbourne Airport to Wellington have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,639 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,639 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,639 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
655 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,639 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,068 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,639 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
559 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,639 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

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) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Melbourne to Wellington. You should not have trouble finding flights to Wellington from Melbourne; the airport handles an average of 7 inbound flights from Melbourne per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 4 airlines have flights to the Wellington airport from Melbourne. It is only a 5.3 km journey from Wellington (WLG) to Wellington’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Wellington?

    For as low as $605, Air New Zealand can have you in Wellington from Melbourne Airport in 3h 40m. The distance between Melbourne Airport and Wellington is about 2588 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne Airport 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 $279 and $283, respectively. Jetstar is priced at 64% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne Airport to Wellington one-way?

    $230 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Air New Zealand. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Jetstar and Emirates, with prices starting from $273 and $299, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne Airport 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 Airport to Wellington on time: Air India (89%), Virgin Australia (89%), Air New Zealand (89%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to Wellington?

    While on average a flight from Melbourne Airport to Wellington is generally $915, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $252. When looking at the most popular route, (Melbourne - Wellington), you can expect to pay $585 for that flight.

  • 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 Airport to Wellington?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Wellington (average of $572). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Wellington in December is currently the most expensive (average of $919). 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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Fly from Melbourne to Wellington on these airlines

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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 28 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$241Average$485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$279Average$637FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapest$283Average$753FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$382Average$716FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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