Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch from $401
This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — CHC
3 Nov — 10 Nov1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Christchurch are usually found in May or June, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Friday
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Christchurch
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Christchurch. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 4 October 2026.
Thu 3/1212:05 -
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Deal found 2/10$612
Thu 26/1108:15 -
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Deal found 1/10$660
Thu 26/1112:05 -
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Deal found 1/10$675
Thu 3/1212:05 -
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Deal found 2/10$676
Mon 2/1119:10 -
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Tue 10/1109:15 -
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Deal found 30/9$689
Sat 14/1112:05 -
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Deal found 30/9$696
Thu 26/1119:10 -
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Deal found 1/10$698
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Deal found 29/9$700
Best flights from Melbourne to Christchurch
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Melbourne to Christchurch that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 4 October 2026.
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Deal found 29/9$732
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Deal found 29/9$833
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Deal found 30/9$853
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Deal found 3/10$922
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Deal found 2/10$1,086
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Deal found 29/9$822
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Deal found 29/9$999
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Deal found 2/10$1,086
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Deal found 29/9$1,052
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Deal found 29/9$1,054
Direct flights from Melbourne to Christchurch
Explore direct flight options from Melbourne to Christchurch based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 4 October 2026.
Thu 3/1212:05 -
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Thu 10/1209:15 -
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Deal found 2/10$612
Thu 26/1112:05 -
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Deal found 1/10$675
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Deal found 2/10$676
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Deal found 30/9$689
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Deal found 30/9$696
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Deal found 1/10$698
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Deal found 29/9$700
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Deal found 2/10$703
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Deal found 30/9$705
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Deal found 30/9$710
Last-minute flights from Melbourne to Christchurch
Discover last-minute flight deals from Melbourne to Christchurch. Data last updated 4 October 2026 and is based on user searches.
Mon 2/1119:10 -
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Deal found 30/9$689
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Deal found 29/9$700
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Deal found 30/9$696
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Deal found 1/10$660
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Deal found 1/10$675
Thu 26/1119:10 -
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Deal found 1/10$698
One-way flights from Melbourne to Christchurch
Search for one-way flight options from Melbourne to Christchurch. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 4 October 2026.
Thu 3/1212:05 -
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Deal found 30/9$401
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Deal found 30/9$402
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Deal found 1/10$406
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Deal found 29/9$411
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Deal found 30/9$420
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Deal found 30/9$422
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Deal found 1/10$424
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Deal found 2/10$425
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Deal found 2/10$429
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Deal found 30/9$436
Find flight deals from Melbourne to Christchurch
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to Christchurch (CHC). 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 4 October 2026.
Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Christchurch 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated 4 October 2026.
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MEL Melbourne - CHC Christchurch
MELCHC
Melbourne
Wed 2/12
19:10-22:40
1 stop25h 30m
Christchurch
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$411
MelbourneChristchurch
MEL Melbourne - CHC Christchurch
MELCHC
Melbourne
Mon 14/12
19:10-00:35
Nonstop3h 25m
Christchurch
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$420
Fastest return journey
MelbourneChristchurch
MEL Melbourne - CHC Christchurch
MELCHC
Melbourne
Sat 14/11
12:05-17:20
Nonstop3h 15m
Christchurch
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$484
MelbourneChristchurch
MEL Melbourne - CHC Christchurch
MELCHC
Melbourne
Fri 8/1
19:10-00:35
Nonstop3h 25m
Christchurch
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$491
MelbourneChristchurch
MEL Melbourne - CHC Christchurch
MELCHC
Melbourne
Tue 1/12
23:55-18:25
1 stop16h 30m
Christchurch
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$495
MelbourneChristchurch
MEL Melbourne - CHC Christchurch
MELCHC
Melbourne
Wed 4/11
12:50-22:20
1 stop7h 30m
Christchurch
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$502
MelbourneChristchurch
MEL Melbourne - CHC Christchurch
MELCHC
Melbourne
Wed 28/10
18:50-00:10
Nonstop3h 20m
Christchurch
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$516
MelbourneChristchurch
MEL Melbourne - CHC Christchurch
MELCHC
Melbourne
Fri 29/1
12:50-22:55
1 stop8h 05m
Christchurch
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$522
MelbourneChristchurch
MEL Melbourne - CHC Christchurch
MELCHC
Melbourne
Tue 15/12
12:05-17:20
Nonstop3h 15m
Christchurch
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$532
MelbourneChristchurch
MEL Melbourne - CHC Christchurch
MELCHC
Melbourne
Sat 31/10
19:10-00:35
Nonstop3h 25m
Christchurch
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$541
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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 88 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch (average of $559). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch in December is currently the most expensive (average of $824). 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?
Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Christchurch. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 4 October 2026.
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.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch?
Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Melbourne Airport to Christchurch flights typically cost between $575 and $805 in December.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $612 on Jetstar (3 Dec–10 Dec).
How often are flights from Melbourne to Christchurch delayed?
About 24% of weekly flights between Melbourne and Christchurch have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 105 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to Christchurch flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
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.
Reviews of airlines servicing Christchurch
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Christchurch. 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 Christchurch. Reviews last updated 4 October 2026.
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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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 4 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. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch round-trip?
According to our current data, Air New Zealand ($246), Jetstar ($370), and Qantas Airways ($755) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch. Air New Zealand is 63% 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 $307 on Jetstar. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air New Zealand from $358 and Emirates from $379 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 (90%), LATAM Airlines (90%), Air India (86%).
What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch?
Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $353. While the most popular route (Melbourne - Christchurch) can be booked for $612 on average, our data indicates $734 when flying from Melbourne Airport 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch (average of $559). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch in December is currently the most expensive (average of $824). 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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