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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Christchurch from $353

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 2/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — CHC
18 Feb — 25 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Christchurch are usually found in May or June, booked 33 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Christchurch

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) 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 19 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$533

One-way from

$353

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$664
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 23/4-28/4
  • Nonstop
  • 7h 10m total
  • Melbourne to Christchurch
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 2/3
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 15m total
  • Melbourne to Christchurch
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($152 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($34 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 19 January 2026.

Sun 10/511:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 15m
Jetstar
Mon 25/508:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 19/1$464
Thu 23/411:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 28/406:10
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/1$533
Wed 4/312:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 11/308:50
CHC
-
MEL
1 stop26h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/1$542
Wed 22/411:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 27/406:10
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/1$544
Wed 4/312:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 15m
Jetstar
Wed 11/309:15
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 18/1$546
Wed 22/411:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/519:10
CHC
-
MEL
1 stop17h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/1$556
Tue 3/312:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/306:05
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/1$565
Wed 22/406:00
AVV
-
CHC
2 stops9h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 28/417:45
CHC
-
AVV
1 stop7h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/1$919
Sun 8/317:00
AVV
-
CHC
1 stop29h 05m
Jetstar
Tue 17/308:10
CHC
-
AVV
2 stops17h 05m
Jetstar
Deal found 19/1$957
Mon 2/216:25
AVV
-
CHC
2 stops14h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/218:20
CHC
-
AVV
1 stop6h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/1$961
Tue 3/315:00
AVV
-
CHC
1 stop6h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 25/318:20
CHC
-
AVV
1 stop6h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/1$970
Mon 2/216:25
AVV
-
CHC
2 stops14h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/218:20
CHC
-
AVV
1 stop6h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/1$973

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne to Christchurch that are best for you.

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Christchurch

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Departure

Return

Price

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Sun 10/5

11:05-16:20

Nonstop3h 15m

Christchurch

Mon 25/5

08:20-10:05

Nonstop3h 45m

$464

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Wed 25/2

12:05-17:20

Nonstop3h 15m

Christchurch

Wed 20/5

08:20-10:05

Nonstop3h 45m

$546

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Wed 4/3

12:05-17:20

Nonstop3h 15m

Christchurch

Wed 11/3

09:15-11:00

Nonstop3h 45m

$546

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Wed 22/4

11:05-16:20

Nonstop3h 15m

Christchurch

Tue 28/4

08:20-10:05

Nonstop3h 45m

$546

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Tue 3/3

12:05-17:20

Nonstop3h 15m

Christchurch

Tue 10/3

06:05-08:00

Nonstop3h 55m

$568

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Wed 25/3

12:05-17:20

Nonstop3h 15m

Christchurch

Mon 30/3

17:20-22:45

1 stop7h 25m

$598

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Tue 3/3

12:05-17:20

Nonstop3h 15m

Christchurch

Tue 10/3

17:20-22:50

1 stop7h 30m

$610

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Sun 1/3

12:05-17:20

Nonstop3h 15m

Christchurch

Sun 8/3

06:00-07:55

Nonstop3h 55m

$624

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Thu 5/3

12:05-17:20

Nonstop3h 15m

Christchurch

Thu 12/3

17:20-22:50

1 stop7h 30m

$645

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Fri 13/3

12:05-17:20

Nonstop3h 15m

Christchurch

Sun 22/3

17:20-22:50

1 stop7h 30m

$646

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Christchurch

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne to Christchurch

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Christchurch (average of $202). Flying from Melbourne to Christchurch in December is currently the most expensive (average of $346). 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 19 January 2026.

When flying from Melbourne 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.

Weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Christchurch

Explore weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Christchurch. 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 19 January 2026.

The most flights from ME1 to CHC are scheduled on a Monday (24 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (17 on average).

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 109 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 early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

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.

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 21% 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 19 January 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways from Melbourne to Christchurch by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,479 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,479 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,479 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
572 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,479 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
973 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,479 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
510 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,479 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.

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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 20 flights from Melbourne to Christchurch per day from 4 different airlines.

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    There are many flights that can get you from Melbourne to Christchurch in 3h 15m. Fly via Jetstar to get the fastest option. The distance between Melbourne and Christchurch is about 2412 km. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

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

    According to our current data, Jetstar ($234), Air New Zealand ($260), and Emirates ($301) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne to Christchurch. Jetstar is 61% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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    For one-way options, check prices for Air New Zealand. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $261. Users have also found prices from $264 and $304 on Jetstar and Qantas Airways, respectively.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne to Christchurch?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Christchurch (average of $202). Flying from Melbourne to Christchurch in December is currently the most expensive (average of $346). 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$234Average$581FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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