Cheap flights from Melbourne to Christchurch from $370
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 4/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — CHC
15 Sep — 22 Sep1
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 Saturday or Wednesday 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 16 August 2026.
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Deal found 12/8$594
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Deal found 15/8$597
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Deal found 11/8$604
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Deal found 14/8$613
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Deal found 11/8$623
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Deal found 14/8$624
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Deal found 13/8$628
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Deal found 12/8$860
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Deal found 14/8$889
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Deal found 11/8$901
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Deal found 13/8$1,001
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Deal found 15/8$1,015
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 16 August 2026.
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Deal found 14/8$621
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Deal found 15/8$794
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Deal found 12/8$821
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Deal found 15/8$825
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Deal found 14/8$1,093
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Deal found 11/8$635
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Deal found 12/8$696
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Deal found 12/8$696
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Deal found 15/8$697
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Deal found 15/8$721
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Deal found 12/8$1,072
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Deal found 14/8$726
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Deal found 12/8$1,195
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Deal found 15/8$750
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Deal found 13/8$1,208
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Deal found 14/8$1,228
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Deal found 14/8$1,252
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Deal found 13/8$1,286
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Deal found 11/8$803
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Deal found 15/8$957
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Deal found 13/8$1,072
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Deal found 15/8$1,076
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Deal found 11/8$1,113
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 16 August 2026.
Thu 10/911:05 -
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Deal found 12/8$594
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Deal found 15/8$597
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Deal found 11/8$604
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Deal found 14/8$613
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Deal found 16/8$614
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Deal found 16/8$623
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Deal found 14/8$624
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Deal found 13/8$628
Last-minute flights from Melbourne to Christchurch
Discover last-minute flight deals from Melbourne to Christchurch. Data last updated 16 August 2026 and is based on user searches.
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Deal found 11/8$1,419
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Deal found 14/8$1,458
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Deal found 10/8$1,704
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Deal found 14/8$1,162
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Deal found 13/8$1,001
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Deal found 15/8$597
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Deal found 14/8$613
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Deal found 12/8$594
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Deal found 11/8$604
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Deal found 16/8$614
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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 16 August 2026.
Fri 4/1212:05 -
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Deal found 11/8$370
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Deal found 15/8$380
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Deal found 14/8$382
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Deal found 13/8$383
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Deal found 16/8$390
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Deal found 13/8$392
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Deal found 13/8$394
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Deal found 12/8$399
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Deal found 16/8$402
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Deal found 13/8$406
Find 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 16 August 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 134,765 searches. Data last updated 16 August 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne to Christchurch that are best for you.
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MEL Melbourne - CHC Christchurch
MELCHC
Melbourne
Sun 6/9
11:05-16:25
Nonstop3h 20m
Christchurch
Sat 12/9
08:20-10:05
Nonstop3h 45m
$621
MelbourneChristchurch
MEL Melbourne - CHC Christchurch
MELCHC
Melbourne
Fri 4/9
11:05-16:25
Nonstop3h 20m
Christchurch
Sun 6/9
08:20-10:05
Nonstop3h 45m
$635
MelbourneChristchurch
MEL Melbourne - CHC Christchurch
MELCHC
Melbourne
Wed 11/11
12:05-17:20
Nonstop3h 15m
Christchurch
Sun 15/11
09:15-11:05
Nonstop3h 50m
$696
MelbourneChristchurch
MEL Melbourne - CHC Christchurch
MELCHC
Melbourne
Tue 1/9
11:05-16:25
Nonstop3h 20m
Christchurch
Sun 6/9
08:20-10:05
Nonstop3h 45m
$696
MelbourneChristchurch
MEL Melbourne - CHC Christchurch
MELCHC
Melbourne
Wed 2/9
11:05-16:25
Nonstop3h 20m
Christchurch
Sun 6/9
08:20-10:05
Nonstop3h 45m
$697
MelbourneChristchurch
MEL Melbourne - CHC Christchurch
MELCHC
Melbourne
Tue 1/9
11:05-16:25
Nonstop3h 20m
Christchurch
Tue 8/9
08:20-10:05
Nonstop3h 45m
$721
MelbourneChristchurch
MEL Melbourne - CHC Christchurch
MELCHC
Melbourne
Tue 1/12
23:55-18:25
1 stop16h 30m
Christchurch
Tue 15/12
09:15-11:05
Nonstop3h 50m
$726
MelbourneChristchurch
MEL Melbourne - CHC Christchurch
MELCHC
Melbourne
Fri 12/2
12:05-17:20
Nonstop3h 15m
Christchurch
Fri 26/2
09:15-11:05
Nonstop3h 50m
$750
MelbourneChristchurch
MEL Melbourne - CHC Christchurch
MELCHC
Melbourne
Tue 29/9
17:30-23:55
Nonstop3h 25m
Christchurch
Sun 11/10
06:10-08:05
Nonstop3h 55m
$794
MelbourneChristchurch
MEL Melbourne - CHC Christchurch
MELCHC
Melbourne
Sat 10/10
12:05-17:25
Nonstop3h 20m
Christchurch
Wed 21/10
09:20-11:05
Nonstop3h 45m
$803
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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
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne to Christchurch?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Christchurch (average of $528). Flying from Melbourne to Christchurch in December is currently the most expensive (average of $801). 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 16 August 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 16 August 2026.
The most flights from ME1 to CHC are scheduled on a Wednesday (17 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).
How much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne to Christchurch?
Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Melbourne to Christchurch flights typically cost between $538 and $725 in September.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $594 on Jetstar (10 Sept–16 Sept).
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 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 21% of flights being delayed.
How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne to Christchurch?
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne to Christchurch, you should look to book at least 88 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
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 16 August 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.
Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Related info for your journey
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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 13 flights from Melbourne to Christchurch per day from 3 different airlines.
How long is the flight from Melbourne to Christchurch?
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, Air New Zealand ($228), Jetstar ($353), and Qantas Airways ($413) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne to Christchurch. Air New Zealand is 64% 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 to Christchurch one-way?
For one-way options, check prices for Jetstar. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $291. Users have also found prices from $334 and $345 on Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways, respectively.
What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne 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 to Christchurch on time: Singapore Airlines (86%), Air China (86%), Finnair (81%).
What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Christchurch?
Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $312. While the most popular route (Melbourne - Christchurch) can be booked for $611 on average, our data indicates $581 when flying 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 to Christchurch?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Christchurch (average of $528). Flying from Melbourne to Christchurch in December is currently the most expensive (average of $801). 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.
Explore flights to Christchurch departing from other origins. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 16 August 2026.
Top 4 airlines flying from Melbourne to Christchurch
Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Christchurch. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 16 August 2026.
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