Cheap flights from Melbourne to Wellington from $268
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.
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 (ME1) 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 9 July 2025.
Round-trip from | $470 |
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One-way from | $268 |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | March |
Average price | $610 |
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to WellingtonExplore 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 9 July 2025.
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 9 July 2025.
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Depart
Return
Price
MelbourneWellington
MEL - WLG
MELWLG
Melbourne
Mon 28/7
18:25-11:35
1 stop15h 10m
Wellington
Mon 4/8
18:05-08:05
1 stop16h 00m
MelbourneWellington
MEL - WLG
MELWLG
Melbourne
Sat 6/9
20:15-13:55
1 stop15h 40m
Wellington
Wed 10/9
12:20-22:45
1 stop12h 25m
MelbourneWellington
MEL - WLG
MELWLG
Melbourne
Fri 1/8
09:10-14:50
Nonstop3h 40m
Wellington
Wed 6/8
14:35-16:35
Nonstop4h 00m
MelbourneWellington
MEL - WLG
MELWLG
Melbourne
Tue 5/8
08:00-13:35
Nonstop3h 35m
Wellington
Tue 12/8
14:35-16:35
Nonstop4h 00m
MelbourneWellington
AVV - WLG
AVVWLG
Melbourne Avalon
Tue 5/8
15:50-13:55
1 stop20h 05m
Wellington
Thu 7/8
15:55-22:50
1 stop8h 55m
MelbourneWellington
AVV - WLG
AVVWLG
Melbourne Avalon
Tue 5/8
15:50-13:55
1 stop20h 05m
Wellington
Tue 12/8
21:10-14:10
2 stops19h 00m
MelbourneWellington
AVV - WLG
AVVWLG
Melbourne Avalon
Fri 8/8
20:40-14:35
1 stop15h 55m
Wellington
Sun 10/8
15:40-20:05
1 stop30h 25m
MelbourneWellington
MEL - WLG
MELWLG
Melbourne
Mon 25/8
09:10-14:50
Nonstop3h 40m
MelbourneWellington
MEL - WLG
MELWLG
Melbourne
Tue 29/7
08:00-13:35
Nonstop3h 35m
MelbourneWellington
MEL - WLG
MELWLG
Melbourne
Wed 30/7
23:55-11:35
1 stop9h 40m
Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Wellington
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne to Wellington
How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne 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.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne to Wellington, you should look to book at least 78 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne to Wellington?
Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Wellington (average of $337). Flying from Melbourne 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 9 July 2025.
It’s typically best to fly out from Melbourne 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 to Wellington?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Wellington. Price data was last updated on 6 October 2024.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne 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 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 9 July 2025.
The most flights from ME1 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 9 July 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways from Melbourne to Wellington by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Comfort
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Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024
EWR - ATH
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Entertainment
Boarding
Crew
Comfort
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Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024
EWR - ATH
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Food
Entertainment
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Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024
EWR - ATH
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Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024
EWR - ATH
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Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024
EWR - ATH
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Top 4 airlines flying from Melbourne to Wellington
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