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MEL — AKL
6 Oct — 13 Oct1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
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Fastest return journey
MelbourneQueenstown
MEL Melbourne - ZQN Queenstown Intl
MELZQN
Melbourne
Sun 21/2
14:50-20:00
Nonstop3h 10m
Queenstown Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$354
MelbourneQueenstown
MEL Melbourne - ZQN Queenstown Intl
MELZQN
Melbourne
Wed 13/1
14:50-20:00
Nonstop3h 10m
Queenstown Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$354
MelbourneQueenstown
MEL Melbourne - ZQN Queenstown Intl
MELZQN
Melbourne
Wed 18/11
14:50-20:00
Nonstop3h 10m
Queenstown Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$355
MelbourneQueenstown
MEL Melbourne - ZQN Queenstown Intl
MELZQN
Melbourne
Mon 1/3
14:50-20:00
Nonstop3h 10m
Queenstown Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$355
MelbourneQueenstown
MEL Melbourne - ZQN Queenstown Intl
MELZQN
Melbourne
Fri 8/1
14:50-20:00
Nonstop3h 10m
Queenstown Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$362
MelbourneAuckland
MEL Melbourne - AKL Auckland Intl
MELAKL
Melbourne
Sun 6/12
23:55-05:30
Nonstop3h 35m
Auckland Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$364
MelbourneAuckland
MEL Melbourne - AKL Auckland Intl
MELAKL
Melbourne
Wed 30/9
17:45-00:20
Nonstop3h 35m
Auckland Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$364
MelbourneQueenstown
MEL Melbourne - ZQN Queenstown Intl
MELZQN
Melbourne
Sun 29/11
14:50-20:00
Nonstop3h 10m
Queenstown Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$374
MelbourneQueenstown
MEL Melbourne - ZQN Queenstown Intl
MELZQN
Melbourne
Mon 22/2
14:50-20:00
Nonstop3h 10m
Queenstown Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$376
MelbourneQueenstown
MEL Melbourne - ZQN Queenstown Intl
MELZQN
Melbourne
Wed 3/3
14:50-20:00
Nonstop3h 10m
Queenstown Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$381
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Reviews of airlines flying direct to Melbourne
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Read through reviews of airlines serving Melbourne Airport, such as Air Tahiti Nui,Emirates, andAir New Zealand. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Take off was an hour late, but for good reason as the plane was held to allow the transfer of late arrivals to LAX. Plane was packed, but loaded quite efficiently and had plenty of overhead space for carried luggage (at least in my area). Crew had no personality or hospitality. The stewards had an easy day. Handed out a sandwich "dinner" one hour into the flight and an egg or pancake breakfast before landing. I dozed once during the 8 hour flight, but never saw a steward throughout the flight. Obviously, I saw no one offering water. The "food" was terrible! Air Tahiti has little competition so no improvements are expected. The website of Air Tahiti is ridiculous in this day-and-age. Won't even go into the issues and lack of response.
Take off was an hour late, but for good reason as the plane was held to allow the transfer of late arrivals to LAX. Plane was packed, but loaded quite efficiently and had plenty of overhead space for carried luggage (at least in my area). Crew had no personality or hospitality. The stewards had an easy day. Handed out a sandwich "dinner" one hour into the flight and an egg or pancake breakfast before landing. I dozed once during the 8 hour flight, but never saw a steward throughout the flight. Obviously, I saw no one offering water. The "food" was terrible! Air Tahiti has little competition so no improvements are expected. The website of Air Tahiti is ridiculous in this day-and-age. Won't even go into the issues and lack of response.
Take off was an hour late, but for good reason as the plane was held to allow the transfer of late arrivals to LAX. Plane was packed, but loaded quite efficiently and had plenty of overhead space for carried luggage (at least in my area). Crew had no personality or hospitality. The stewards had an easy day. Handed out a sandwich "dinner" one hour into the flight and an egg or pancake breakfast before landing. I dozed once during the 8 hour flight, but never saw a steward throughout the flight. Obviously, I saw no one offering water. The "food" was terrible! Air Tahiti has little competition so no improvements are expected. The website of Air Tahiti is ridiculous in this day-and-age. Won't even go into the issues and lack of response.
Take off was an hour late, but for good reason as the plane was held to allow the transfer of late arrivals to LAX. Plane was packed, but loaded quite efficiently and had plenty of overhead space for carried luggage (at least in my area). Crew had no personality or hospitality. The stewards had an easy day. Handed out a sandwich "dinner" one hour into the flight and an egg or pancake breakfast before landing. I dozed once during the 8 hour flight, but never saw a steward throughout the flight. Obviously, I saw no one offering water. The "food" was terrible! Air Tahiti has little competition so no improvements are expected. The website of Air Tahiti is ridiculous in this day-and-age. Won't even go into the issues and lack of response.
Take off was an hour late, but for good reason as the plane was held to allow the transfer of late arrivals to LAX. Plane was packed, but loaded quite efficiently and had plenty of overhead space for carried luggage (at least in my area). Crew had no personality or hospitality. The stewards had an easy day. Handed out a sandwich "dinner" one hour into the flight and an egg or pancake breakfast before landing. I dozed once during the 8 hour flight, but never saw a steward throughout the flight. Obviously, I saw no one offering water. The "food" was terrible! Air Tahiti has little competition so no improvements are expected. The website of Air Tahiti is ridiculous in this day-and-age. Won't even go into the issues and lack of response.
Take off was an hour late, but for good reason as the plane was held to allow the transfer of late arrivals to LAX. Plane was packed, but loaded quite efficiently and had plenty of overhead space for carried luggage (at least in my area). Crew had no personality or hospitality. The stewards had an easy day. Handed out a sandwich "dinner" one hour into the flight and an egg or pancake breakfast before landing. I dozed once during the 8 hour flight, but never saw a steward throughout the flight. Obviously, I saw no one offering water. The "food" was terrible! Air Tahiti has little competition so no improvements are expected. The website of Air Tahiti is ridiculous in this day-and-age. Won't even go into the issues and lack of response.
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Where can you fly direct from Melbourne Airport?
Currently, the most popular direct flight destination from Melbourne Airport is Auckland.
How much are direct flights from Melbourne Airport?
On average, a one-way direct flight from Melbourne Airport will cost users approximately $581. If you're looking for a direct round-trip flight from Melbourne Airport, you can expect to pay around $838.
How long is a direct flight from Melbourne Airport?
While the flight duration depends heavily on the destination, on average, travelers can expect non-stop flights from Melbourne Airport to last approximately 3h 22m on average. The quickest direct flight from Melbourne Airport at this time departs from Melbourne Airport (3h 10m), while the longest leaves from Melbourne Airport (3h 35m).
What is the best time of year to fly direct from Melbourne Airport?
If you're seeking the lowest price on a direct flight from Melbourne Airport, May is worth consideration as prices are at their lowest, on average. In terms of the number of daily non-stop flights, May offers travelers the most options.
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