Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Wellington from $328

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 2/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — WLG
6 dic. — 13 dic.1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Wellington are usually found in March or February, booked 76 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Thursday

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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 6 noviembre 2025.

jue. 4/1220:35MEL - WLG
1 stop16h 15mJetstar
mié. 10/1215:55WLG - MEL
1 stop9h 55mJetstar
Deal found 3/11$522
jue. 4/1220:35MEL - WLG
1 stop16h 15mMultiple Airlines
lun. 8/1206:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/11$585
mar. 2/1218:50MEL - WLG
1 stop18h 00mMultiple Airlines
mar. 2/606:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/11$598
mar. 2/1218:50MEL - WLG
1 stop11h 50mAir New Zealand
mar. 2/616:05WLG - MEL
1 stop18h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/11$615
mar. 2/1209:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 25mQantas Airways
mar. 2/614:35WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/11$633
vie. 5/1206:10MEL - WLG
1 stop6h 40mMultiple Airlines
dom. 14/1220:15WLG - MEL
1 stop13h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$635
jue. 4/1220:35MEL - WLG
1 stop16h 15mMultiple Airlines
mié. 10/1214:35WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/11$664
jue. 4/1218:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 35mAir New Zealand
lun. 8/1206:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/11$678
mié. 26/1118:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 35mAir New Zealand
sáb. 29/1120:00WLG - MEL
1 stop15h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/11$687

Cheap 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 6 noviembre 2025.

Round-trip from

$518

One-way from

$328

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$615

Good round-trip deal

$602 or less

Good one-way deal

$401 or less
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 13/2-15/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 30m total
  • Melbourne to Wellington
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 2/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 00m total
  • Melbourne to Wellington
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($138 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($33 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Melbourne to Wellington.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Melbourne to Wellington.

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Melbourne

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Wellington

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneWellington

MEL - WLG

MELWLG

Melbourne

mié. 11/3

08:00-13:30

Nonstop3h 30m

Wellington

dom. 15/3

14:35-16:35

Nonstop4h 00m

$518

MelbourneWellington

MEL - WLG

MELWLG

Melbourne

jue. 4/12

20:35-14:50

1 stop16h 15m

Wellington

mié. 10/12

15:55-23:50

1 stop9h 55m

$522

MelbourneWellington

MEL - WLG

MELWLG

Melbourne

vie. 17/4

12:05-21:20

1 stop7h 15m

Wellington

mar. 28/4

09:55-17:45

1 stop9h 50m

$662

MelbourneWellington

MEL - WLG

MELWLG

Melbourne

mié. 1/4

12:05-22:10

1 stop8h 05m

Wellington

sáb. 4/4

06:00-08:10

Nonstop4h 10m

$664

MelbourneWellington

MEL - WLG

MELWLG

Melbourne

mié. 28/1

08:00-13:30

Nonstop3h 30m

Wellington

sáb. 31/1

06:00-08:10

Nonstop4h 10m

$667

MelbourneWellington

MEL - WLG

MELWLG

Melbourne

mié. 28/1

23:55-08:35

1 stop6h 40m

Wellington

sáb. 31/1

14:10-22:50

1 stop10h 40m

$670

MelbourneWellington

MEL - WLG

MELWLG

Melbourne

mié. 14/1

18:00-23:35

Nonstop3h 35m

Wellington

mié. 21/1

06:00-08:10

Nonstop4h 10m

$682

MelbourneWellington

MEL - WLG

MELWLG

Melbourne

mié. 26/11

06:10-14:50

1 stop6h 40m

Wellington

mié. 3/12

15:55-14:50

1 stop24h 55m

$692

MelbourneWellington

MEL - WLG

MELWLG

Melbourne

jue. 4/12

18:00-23:35

Nonstop3h 35m

Wellington

mié. 10/12

15:55-23:50

1 stop9h 55m

$693

MelbourneWellington

MEL - WLG

MELWLG

Melbourne

vie. 28/11

18:00-23:35

Nonstop3h 35m

Wellington

dom. 7/12

06:00-08:10

Nonstop4h 10m

$698

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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?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Wellington. Price data was last updated on 31 October 2025.

The best time to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Wellington is 76 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 $268). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Wellington in September is currently the most expensive (average of $482). 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 6 noviembre 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Melbourne Airport to Wellington in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 29% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne Airport to Wellington?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Wellington. Price data was last updated on 2 November 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne Airport to Wellington flight should consider departing on Wednesday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 6 noviembre 2025.
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.

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 11 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 $518, Qantas Airways can have you in Wellington from Melbourne Airport in 3h 30m. 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 $297. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Qantas Airways and Emirates, with the lowest prices starting at $380 and $392, respectively. Jetstar is priced at 53% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • 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: Etihad Airways (96%), Virgin Australia (96%), Air New Zealand (96%).

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

    While on average a flight from Melbourne Airport to Wellington is generally $623, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $322. When looking at the most popular route, (Melbourne - Wellington), you can expect to pay $419 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 $268). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Wellington in September is currently the most expensive (average of $482). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$297Average$552FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$380Average$731FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest$392Average$798FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$395Average$611FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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