Q: Can I fly back to Melbourne from Wellington?

Returning to Melbourne from Wellington COVID-19 testing requirements Visitors from Wellington are not required to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test or antigen result upon entering Melbourne. Quarantine requirements Visitors from Wellington are not required to quarantine after entering Melbourne.

Question 1

How popular is this Melbourne to Wellington flight route?

Accepted Answer

The Melbourne to Wellington flight path was viewed by 5,532 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season. Find deals

Question 2

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

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Flying on Jetstar is currently your cheapest option to Wellington, with prices starting at $575. Additional return tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Qantas Airways and Air New Zealand, with the lowest prices starting at $635 and $674, respectively. Users have found that Jetstar is 24% cheaper than the other options available to this destination. Find deals

Question 3

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

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The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Melbourne to Wellington are Jetstar ($355), Emirates ($377), and Qantas Airways ($392). Find deals

Question 4

Can I fly to Wellington from Melbourne right now?

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Information is based on travel restrictions from Melbourne to Wellington

Most visitors from Melbourne need to provide a negative COVID-19 test result and/or quarantine to enter Wellington.

COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from Melbourne are not required to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test or antigen result upon entering Wellington.

Quarantine requirements
Visitors from Melbourne are not required to quarantine after entering Wellington.

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Travel Declaration - Complete the Travel Declaration process to obtain a Travel Pass prior to arrival in New Zealand.

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Question 5

Can I fly back to Melbourne from Wellington?

Accepted Answer

Returning to Melbourne from Wellington

COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from Wellington are not required to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test or antigen result upon entering Melbourne.

Quarantine requirements
Visitors from Wellington are not required to quarantine after entering Melbourne.

Question 6

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Melbourne to Wellington?

Accepted Answer

Emirates, Jetstar and Air New Zealand are the most popular airlines when flying from Melbourne to Wellington.

Question 7

What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Wellington?

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The cheapest flight price from Melbourne to Wellington is $365. On average you can expect to pay $591. The most popular route, (Melbourne - Wellington), can usually be booked for $563.

Question 8

What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne to Wellington?

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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: United Airlines (90%), Etihad Airways (64%), Air New Zealand (64%).

Question 9

Can I find flights from Melbourne to Wellington for under $600 on Cheapflights?

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Yes, there are multiple flights from Melbourne to Wellington for under $600. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Jetstar for just $575, but on average you can expect to pay $632.

Question 10

Are there direct flights from Melbourne to Wellington for under $700 on Cheapflights?

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Cheapflights has 20 direct flights from Melbourne to Wellington under $700. A good price for a direct flight from Melbourne to Wellington is less than $736.

Question 11

Are there last-minute flights available from Melbourne to Wellington for under $600?

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There are currently 20+ open flights from Melbourne to Wellington within the next 7 days for less than $600.

Question 12

What airport do you fly into for flights to Wellington from Melbourne?

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Wellington (WLG), located 5.3 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Melbourne to Wellington. 6 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 5 inbound flights from Melbourne per day.

Question 13

Which airlines flying from Melbourne to Wellington have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?

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Some of the carriers operating flights from Melbourne to Wellington that may be offering flexible cancellation policies are Singapore Airlines, Air New Zealand, and Qantas Airways. Our site will let you filter for all airlines offering greater flexibility due to COVID-19.

Question 14

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

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Leaving on a Wednesday is a viable option for saving on travel. Heavily demanded days of the week can typically drive up the prices you see. Booking your travel for a less competitive day can save up to 14% on the overall cost on flights from Melbourne to Wellington.

Question 15

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

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Users have found that booking a flight from Melbourne to Wellington at least 61 days early can save you up to 87% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 61 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from Melbourne to Wellington for as little as $1,077 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as $1,380 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

Question 16

What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Wellington?

Accepted Answer

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in April. For low rates, August can be a great choice for travel to Wellington. Flights to Wellington from Melbourne in August are about $764 on average during August, but can be found for as low as $541.

Question 17

When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne to Wellington (MEL - WLG)?

Accepted Answer

It’s typically best to fly out from Melbourne to Wellington at midday. Doing so could potentially save you 33% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Popular in	April	High demand for flights, 37% potential price rise
Cheapest in	August	Best time to find cheap flights, 16% potential price drop
Round-trip from	$641	From Melbourne to Wellington
One-way from	$377	One-way flight from Melbourne to Wellington

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time	COVID-19 safety
Singapore Airlines	Cheapest$198	Average$445	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time81%	COVID-19 safety	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Virgin Australia	Cheapest$321	Average$470	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time80%	COVID-19 safety	Search Virgin Australia flights
Jetstar	Cheapest$398	Average$523	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	COVID-19 safety	Search Jetstar flights
Emirates	Cheapest$549	Average$677	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	COVID-19 safety	Search Emirates flights
Air New Zealand	Cheapest$558	Average$793	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%	COVID-19 safety	Search Air New Zealand flights
Qantas Airways	Cheapest$582	Average$721	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	COVID-19 safety	Search Qantas Airways flights

0%of flight departures	Early morningMidnight to 6 am
50%of flight departures	Morning6 am to noon
50%of flight departures	AfternoonNoon to 6 pm
0%of flight departures	Evening6 pm to midnight

Sunday	9daily flights
Monday	9daily flights
Tuesday	0daily flights
Wednesday	9daily flights
Thursday	0daily flights
Friday	9daily flights
Saturday	4daily flights

Cheap flights from Melbourne to Wellington

The best prices from Melbourne to Wellington are usually found in August or October, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Monday

How to find the cheapest flight from Melbourne to Wellington (WLG)

All the information you need to plan the best ME1 to WLG flight in 2022: compare Melbourne to Wellington flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Wellington.

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

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

What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Wellington?

When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne to Wellington (MEL - WLG)?