How often are flights from Melbourne to Christchurch delayed?

About 25% of weekly flights between Melbourne and Christchurch have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 104 minutes. Find deals

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Sunday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week. Find deals

What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to Christchurch flights?

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often. Find deals

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Melbourne to Christchurch flights?

Over the past year, Jetstar have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 20% of flights being delayed. Find deals

How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch?

Departing from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch will take you 3h 20m. There are 2412 km between Melbourne Airport and Christchurch. All flights are typically direct.

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

According to our current data, Jetstar ($247), Air New Zealand ($279), and Qantas Airways ($319) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch. Jetstar is 58% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $251 on Air New Zealand. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Jetstar from $254 and Emirates from $298 one-way.

Weekly flight availability from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch

The most flights from MEL to CHC are scheduled on a Friday (27 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (15 on average).

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Christchurch ranges from 40.0 - 60.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Christchurch when rainfall is around 40.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Christchurch, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 6.0 C).

What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch?

Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $279. While the most popular route (Melbourne - Christchurch) can be booked for $414 on average, our data indicates $563 when flying from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch.

What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch?

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 Christchurch on time: Jetstar (85%), Singapore Airlines (72%), Air India (69%).

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

Before booking your flight from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch, check out the most popular airlines for this route: Jetstar, Air New Zealand or Qantas Airways.

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

If you book a flight to Christchurch from Melbourne, you will be flying to Christchurch, which is the city’s only airport. Christchurch (CHC) is located 9.5 km from the centre of Christchurch. There are 19 flights from Melbourne to Christchurch per day from 3 different airlines.

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

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Nonstop3h 45m

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Deal found 24/2$411

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CHC

Nonstop3h 20m

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CHC

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Nonstop3h 45m

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Deal found 26/2$412

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Nonstop3h 20m

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CHC

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Nonstop3h 45m

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CHC

Nonstop3h 20m

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CHC

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Nonstop3h 45m

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Deal found 25/2$461

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Nonstop3h 45m

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CHC

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CHC

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Nonstop3h 45m

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Deal found 26/2$469

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CHC

Nonstop3h 20m

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Tue 9/608:20

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MEL

Nonstop3h 45m

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Deal found 27/2$471

Fri 14/811:05

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CHC

Nonstop3h 15m

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Sun 23/808:20

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MEL

1 stop10h 55m

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06:20-08:10

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09:15-14:45

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14:00-08:10

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13:10-00:05

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13:50-22:45

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06:00-07:55

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

The price you pay for your flight from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 33 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 Christchurch?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch (average of $194). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch in December is currently the most expensive (average of $334). 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 CHC?

When flying from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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See what other customers who have flown with Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, andJetstar from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.

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Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.

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Very Good

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10.0

Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.

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Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.

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What airport do you fly into for flights to Christchurch from Melbourne?
If you book a flight to Christchurch from Melbourne, you will be flying to Christchurch, which is the city’s only airport. Christchurch (CHC) is located 9.5 km from the centre of Christchurch. There are 19 flights from Melbourne to Christchurch per day from 3 different airlines.
How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch?
Departing from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch will take you 3h 20m. There are 2412 km between Melbourne Airport and Christchurch. All flights are typically direct.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch round-trip?
According to our current data, Jetstar ($247), Air New Zealand ($279), and Qantas Airways ($319) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch. Jetstar is 58% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch one-way?
One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $251 on Air New Zealand. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Jetstar from $254 and Emirates from $298 one-way.
What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch?
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 Christchurch on time: Jetstar (85%), Singapore Airlines (72%), Air India (69%).
What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch?
Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $279. While the most popular route (Melbourne - Christchurch) can be booked for $414 on average, our data indicates $563 when flying from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch.
Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Christchurch that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to Christchurch flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Christchurch?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to Christchurch.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Christchurch?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Christchurch 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 Christchurch?
Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch (average of $194). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch in December is currently the most expensive (average of $334). 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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