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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Wellington from $265

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 25/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — WLG
15 7월 — 22 7월1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Wellington are usually found in March or February, booked 78 days in advance, depart on a Sunday 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 (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 10 7월 2025.

Round-trip from

$471

One-way from

$265

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$609

Good round-trip deal

$537 or less

Good one-way deal

$305 or less
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 15/8-17/8
  • Nonstop
  • 7h 50m total
  • Melbourne to Wellington
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 25/8
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 40m total
  • Melbourne to Wellington
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($130 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($34 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 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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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 10 7월 2025.

월 28/718:25MEL - WLG
1 stop15h 10mAir New Zealand
월 4/818:05WLG - MEL
1 stop16h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/7$470
화 19/820:15MEL - WLG
1 stop15h 40mJetstar
화 26/807:40WLG - MEL
1 stop17h 05mJetstar
Deal found 8/7$499
금 1/809:10MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 40mMultiple Airlines
수 6/814:35WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/7$510
화 5/808:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 35mQantas Airways
화 12/814:35WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 8/7$513
화 19/808:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 35mEmirates
화 26/814:35WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mEmirates
Deal found 9/7$517
금 17/1009:10MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 40mVirgin Australia
토 25/1006:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 8/7$583

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to Wellington that are best for you.

Fly from

Melbourne

Fly to

Wellington

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneWellington

MEL - WLG

MELWLG

Melbourne

금 15/8

09:10-14:50

Nonstop3h 40m

Wellington

일 17/8

06:00-08:10

Nonstop4h 10m

$471

MelbourneWellington

MEL - WLG

MELWLG

Melbourne

화 19/8

20:15-13:55

1 stop15h 40m

Wellington

화 26/8

07:40-22:45

1 stop17h 05m

$499

MelbourneWellington

MEL - WLG

MELWLG

Melbourne

화 12/8

09:10-14:50

Nonstop3h 40m

Wellington

수 27/8

14:35-16:35

Nonstop4h 00m

$504

MelbourneWellington

MEL - WLG

MELWLG

Melbourne

화 5/8

08:00-13:35

Nonstop3h 35m

Wellington

화 12/8

14:35-16:35

Nonstop4h 00m

$513

MelbourneWellington

MEL - WLG

MELWLG

Melbourne

화 19/8

08:00-13:35

Nonstop3h 35m

Wellington

화 26/8

14:35-16:35

Nonstop4h 00m

$517

MelbourneWellington

MEL - WLG

MELWLG

Melbourne

월 25/8

09:10-14:50

Nonstop3h 40m

$265

MelbourneWellington

MEL - WLG

MELWLG

Melbourne

화 29/7

08:00-13:35

Nonstop3h 35m

$294

MelbourneWellington

MEL - WLG

MELWLG

Melbourne

목 17/7

20:15-13:55

1 stop15h 40m

$325

MelbourneWellington

MEL - WLG

MELWLG

Melbourne

화 5/8

08:35-07:35

2 stops21h 00m

$407

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 9/7

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 27 June 2025.

The best time to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Wellington is 78 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Wellington (average of $337). Flying from Melbourne Airport 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 10 7월 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Melbourne Airport to Wellington in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 18% 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 6 July 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne Airport 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 Airport 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 10 7월 2025.

The most flights from MEL 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 10 7월 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.

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

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 10 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.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Wellington round-trip?

    Flying on Air New Zealand is currently your cheapest option to Wellington, with prices starting at $471. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Jetstar and Qantas Airways, with the lowest prices starting at $499 and $513, respectively. Air New Zealand is priced at 26% 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?

    $265 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 Qantas Airways and Jetstar, with prices starting from $294 and $308, 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: Turkish Airlines (88%), Singapore Airlines (88%), Air China (88%).

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

    While on average a flight from Melbourne Airport to Wellington is generally $522, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $155. When looking at the most popular route, (Melbourne - Wellington), you can expect to pay $404 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Wellington (average of $337). Flying from Melbourne Airport 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.

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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 10 7월 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
EmiratesCheapest$373Average$769FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$398Average$606FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$399Average$759FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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JetstarCheapest$421Average$553FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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