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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Auckland from $241

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 8/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — AKL
10 Jul — 17 Jul1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Auckland Intl are usually found in August or March, booked 55 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Auckland

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to Auckland (AKL). 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 5 July 2025.

Round-trip from

$383

One-way from

$241

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$498

Good round-trip deal

$344 or less

Good one-way deal

$296 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 1/9-17/9
  • Nonstop
  • 7h 40m total
  • Melbourne to Auckland
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 8/8
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 35m total
  • Melbourne to Auckland
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($115 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($27 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 Auckland Intl.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Melbourne to Auckland Intl.

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Auckland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Auckland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 5 July 2025.

Mon 1/923:55MEL - AKL
Nonstop3h 35mJetstar
Fri 5/920:40AKL - MEL
Nonstop4h 05mJetstar
Deal found 3/7$383

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Auckland 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 134,765 searches. Data last updated 5 July 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to Auckland that are best for you.

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Melbourne

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Auckland

Route

Departure

Return

Price

MelbourneAuckland

MEL - AKL

MELAKL

Melbourne

Mon 1/9

23:55-05:30

Nonstop3h 35m

Auckland Intl

Fri 5/9

20:40-22:45

Nonstop4h 05m

$383

MelbourneAuckland

MEL - AKL

MELAKL

Melbourne

Fri 8/8

23:55-05:30

Nonstop3h 35m

$241

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Deals found on 3/7

Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Auckland

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne Airport to Auckland

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Auckland?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Auckland. Price data was last updated on 27 June 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Melbourne Airport to Auckland may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 55 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Auckland?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Auckland (average of $110). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Auckland in November is currently the most expensive (average of $188). 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 AKL?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Auckland. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 5 July 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Melbourne Airport to Auckland in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 36% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne Airport to Auckland?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Auckland. Price data was last updated on 29 June 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne Airport to Auckland flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Melbourne Airport to Auckland

Explore weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Auckland. 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 5 July 2025.

The most flights from MEL to AKL are scheduled on a Friday (52 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (32 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne Airport to Auckland?

Reviews of airlines servicing Auckland

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Auckland. 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 Auckland. Reviews last updated 5 July 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Jetstar from Melbourne Airport to Auckland have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

6.4

Boarding

6.8

Overall

6.5

Entertainment

5.1

Food

5.6

Crew

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Oliver,Jun 2025

AKL - WLG

On time and even ran early. The getting tags for cabin luggage is a nuisance and seems a bit dumb.

Comfort

6.4

Boarding

6.8

Overall

6.5

Entertainment

5.1

Food

5.6

Crew

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Oliver,Jun 2025

AKL - WLG

On time and even ran early. The getting tags for cabin luggage is a nuisance and seems a bit dumb.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Auckland. 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 Auckland from Melbourne?

    Located just 17.9 km from the city centre, Auckland Intl is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Auckland from Melbourne. Booking flights from Melbourne to Auckland Intl (AKL) should be relatively easy as there are 41 daily inbound flights from Melbourne from 6 different airlines.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Melbourne Airport to Auckland round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Melbourne Airport to Auckland round-trip from $383. This flight start at 29% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne Airport to Auckland?

    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 Auckland on time: Virgin Atlantic (88%), Singapore Airlines (82%), Etihad Airways (82%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $224. While the most popular route (Melbourne - Auckland Intl) can be booked for $381 on average our data indicates $577 when flying from Melbourne Airport to Auckland.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Auckland that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to Auckland flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Auckland?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to Auckland.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Auckland?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Auckland 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 Auckland?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Auckland (average of $110). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Auckland in November is currently the most expensive (average of $188). 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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JetstarCheapest$331Average$512FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest$400Average$681FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air Tahiti NuiCheapest$416Average$740FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time73%
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China AirlinesCheapest$439Average$676FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$447Average$649FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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