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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Wellington from $336

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 25/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — WLG
2 May — 9 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Wellington are usually found in July or August, booked 84 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Monday and return on a Friday

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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 2 April 2026.

Fri 7/808:00
MEL
-
WLG
Nonstop3h 35m
Qantas Airways
Mon 10/814:35
WLG
-
MEL
Nonstop4h 00m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 28/3$574
Mon 8/608:00
MEL
-
WLG
Nonstop3h 35m
Qantas Airways
Tue 16/614:35
WLG
-
MEL
Nonstop4h 00m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 29/3$576
Sat 25/423:55
MEL
-
WLG
1 stop6h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/514:35
WLG
-
MEL
Nonstop4h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/3$590
Tue 28/418:45
MEL
-
WLG
1 stop10h 20m
Jetstar
Tue 5/514:10
WLG
-
MEL
1 stop10h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 31/3$593
Thu 14/523:55
MEL
-
WLG
1 stop6h 40m
Jetstar
Thu 21/513:35
WLG
-
MEL
1 stop11h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 30/3$594
Sat 16/520:15
MEL
-
WLG
1 stop15h 45m
Jetstar
Sat 30/507:40
WLG
-
MEL
1 stop17h 05m
Jetstar
Deal found 31/3$596
Fri 5/623:55
MEL
-
WLG
1 stop10h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/614:35
WLG
-
MEL
Nonstop4h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3$597
Fri 15/523:55
MEL
-
WLG
1 stop10h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 18/514:35
WLG
-
MEL
Nonstop4h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/3$599
Fri 31/711:05
MEL
-
WLG
1 stop5h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 6/814:35
WLG
-
MEL
Nonstop4h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/3$600
Fri 15/523:55
MEL
-
WLG
1 stop10h 25m
Jetstar
Mon 18/519:40
WLG
-
MEL
1 stop16h 25m
Jetstar
Deal found 29/3$602
Sat 25/423:55
MEL
-
WLG
1 stop6h 40m
Jetstar
Sun 3/521:10
WLG
-
MEL
1 stop13h 55m
Jetstar
Deal found 29/3$603
Fri 7/811:05
MEL
-
WLG
1 stop5h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 8/814:35
WLG
-
MEL
Nonstop4h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3$605

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 2 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$576

One-way from

$336

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$698

Good round-trip deal

$610 or less

Good one-way deal

$362 or less
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 8/6-16/6
  • Nonstop
  • 7h 35m total
  • Melbourne to Wellington
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 25/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 6h 40m total
  • Melbourne to Wellington
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($88 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($29 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 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 2 April 2026.
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MelbourneWellington

MEL - WLG

MELWLG

Melbourne

Tue 28/4

18:45-07:05

1 stop10h 20m

Wellington

Tue 5/5

14:10-22:45

1 stop10h 35m

$593

MelbourneWellington

MEL - WLG

MELWLG

Melbourne

Sun 7/6

23:55-12:20

1 stop10h 25m

Wellington

Tue 16/6

09:15-17:45

1 stop10h 30m

$594

MelbourneWellington

MEL - WLG

MELWLG

Melbourne

Sat 25/4

23:55-08:35

1 stop6h 40m

Wellington

Sun 3/5

21:10-09:05

1 stop13h 55m

$603

MelbourneWellington

MEL - WLG

MELWLG

Melbourne

Wed 8/7

18:45-07:05

1 stop10h 20m

Wellington

Tue 28/7

14:10-22:45

1 stop10h 35m

$615

MelbourneWellington

MEL - WLG

MELWLG

Melbourne

Sun 3/5

18:45-07:50

1 stop11h 05m

Wellington

Fri 8/5

15:00-23:25

1 stop10h 25m

$629

MelbourneWellington

MEL - WLG

MELWLG

Melbourne

Tue 26/5

11:05-19:00

1 stop5h 55m

Wellington

Sun 31/5

13:05-22:45

1 stop11h 40m

$632

MelbourneWellington

MEL - WLG

MELWLG

Melbourne

Wed 13/5

11:05-19:00

1 stop5h 55m

Wellington

Wed 20/5

15:00-23:25

1 stop10h 25m

$636

MelbourneWellington

MEL - WLG

MELWLG

Melbourne

Mon 22/6

11:05-19:00

1 stop5h 55m

Wellington

Mon 29/6

19:40-10:05

1 stop16h 25m

$646

MelbourneWellington

MEL - WLG

MELWLG

Melbourne

Sun 17/5

23:55-12:20

1 stop10h 25m

Wellington

Sun 24/5

14:10-22:45

1 stop10h 35m

$648
Fastest return journey

MelbourneWellington

MEL - WLG

MELWLG

Melbourne

Thu 21/5

08:00-13:35

Nonstop3h 35m

Wellington

Mon 25/5

14:35-16:35

Nonstop4h 00m

$779

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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 2 April 2026.

The best time to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Wellington is 84 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Wellington (average of $273). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Wellington in February is currently the most expensive (average of $485). 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 2 April 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?

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 2 April 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
3,553 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DXB - YUL

My mom came with assistance and she said it was a good trip
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,553 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,553 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DXB - YUL

My mom came with assistance and she said it was a good trip
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
623 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,553 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DXB - YUL

My mom came with assistance and she said it was a good trip
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,016 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,553 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DXB - YUL

My mom came with assistance and she said it was a good trip
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
535 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,553 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DXB - YUL

My mom came with assistance and she said it was a good trip

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 6 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 $593, Jetstar can have you in Wellington from Melbourne Airport in 10h 20m. The distance between Melbourne Airport and Wellington is about 2588 km.

  • 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 $244. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Emirates and Qantas Airways, with the lowest prices starting at $289 and $339, respectively. Jetstar is priced at 62% 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?

    $199 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 Qantas Airways, with prices starting from $259 and $272, 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: China Eastern (88%), Turkish Airlines (84%), Singapore Airlines (84%).

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

    While on average a flight from Melbourne Airport to Wellington is generally $718, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $292. When looking at the most popular route, (Melbourne - Wellington), you can expect to pay $566 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Wellington (average of $273). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Wellington in February is currently the most expensive (average of $485). 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

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 2 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$244Average$517FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest$289Average$748FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$339Average$686FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$351Average$608FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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