Cheap flights from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport from $271
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 11/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — MEL
19 Feb — 26 Feb1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Christchurch to Melbourne are usually found in May or June, booked 79 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Saturday
Cheap flight deals from Christchurch to Melbourne
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Christchurch (CHC) to Melbourne (MEL). 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 20 January 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Christchurch to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 January 2026.
Sat 16/508:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Tue 19/511:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 15m
Jetstar
Deal found 20/1$534
Sat 14/319:40
CHC
-
MEL
1 stop15h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 22/312:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/1$536
Sun 22/314:40
CHC
-
MEL
1 stop19h 30m
Air New Zealand
Wed 25/309:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 25m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 18/1$540
Mon 16/316:00
CHC
-
MEL
1 stop18h 10m
Air New Zealand
Tue 24/310:35
MEL
-
CHC
1 stop6h 45m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 18/1$543
Sat 14/306:00
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 55m
Air New Zealand
Sun 22/318:55
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 25m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 18/1$545
Tue 12/508:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Wed 20/511:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 15m
Jetstar
Deal found 20/1$557
Sat 14/306:05
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 55m
Qantas Airways
Sun 22/318:50
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 19/1$559
Fri 15/506:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 21/511:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1$565
Tue 17/306:05
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 24/312:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/1$569
Best flights from Christchurch to Melbourne
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Christchurch to Melbourne that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 20 January 2026.
Sun 22/314:40
CHC
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MEL
1 stop19h 30m
Air New Zealand
Wed 25/309:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 25m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 18/1$540
Sat 21/306:05
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 26/312:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/1$569
Sat 2/508:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Qantas Airways
Sat 9/511:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 15m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 18/1$600
Sat 14/320:35
CHC
-
MEL
1 stop13h 35m
Air New Zealand
Sun 22/318:50
MEL
-
CHC
1 stop10h 35m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 18/1$562
Mon 11/515:45
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 19/511:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1$586
Fri 20/309:15
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Qantas Airways
Mon 23/318:50
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 18/1$600
Wed 1/706:10
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 55m
Air New Zealand
Sat 1/808:35
MEL
-
CHC
1 stop7h 00m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 19/1$588
Sat 21/306:05
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 55m
Qantas Airways
Fri 27/318:50
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 19/1$604
Sun 8/307:50
CHC
-
MEL
1 stop26h 20m
Air New Zealand
Fri 13/310:35
MEL
-
CHC
1 stop6h 50m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 18/1$605
Wed 4/209:15
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Qantas Airways
Wed 4/218:50
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 18/1$610
Direct flights from Christchurch to Melbourne
Explore direct flight options from Christchurch to Melbourne based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 20 January 2026.
Sat 14/306:00
CHC
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MEL
Nonstop3h 55m
Air New Zealand
Sun 22/318:55
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 25m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 18/1$545
Sat 14/306:05
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 55m
Qantas Airways
Sun 22/318:50
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 19/1$559
Tue 17/306:05
CHC
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MEL
Nonstop3h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 24/312:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/1$569
Mon 16/306:05
CHC
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MEL
Nonstop3h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 22/312:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/1$574
Sat 21/306:05
CHC
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MEL
Nonstop3h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 24/312:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/1$576
Thu 19/306:05
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 26/312:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/1$578
Thu 19/306:05
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 22/312:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/1$586
Mon 16/306:05
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 55m
Qantas Airways
Mon 23/318:50
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 19/1$591
Tue 17/306:05
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 55m
Qantas Airways
Wed 25/318:50
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 19/1$600
Mon 16/306:00
CHC
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MEL
Nonstop3h 55m
Air New Zealand
Tue 24/309:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 25m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 18/1$602
Sat 21/306:05
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 55m
Qantas Airways
Fri 27/318:50
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 19/1$604
Fri 20/306:05
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 55m
Qantas Airways
Fri 27/318:50
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 19/1$605
Last-minute flights from Christchurch to Melbourne
Discover last-minute flight deals from Christchurch to Melbourne. Data last updated 20 January 2026 and is based on user searches.
Sun 1/206:00
CHC
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MEL
Nonstop3h 55m
Air New Zealand
Sat 7/216:50
MEL
-
CHC
1 stop13h 15m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 18/1$707
Wed 4/209:15
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Qantas Airways
Wed 4/218:50
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 18/1$610
Fri 6/209:15
CHC
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MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Qantas Airways
Sun 8/218:50
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 18/1$676
Fri 6/216:20
CHC
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MEL
1 stop8h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/218:50
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/1$776
Tue 10/206:00
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 55m
Air New Zealand
Tue 17/216:50
MEL
-
CHC
1 stop12h 35m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 18/1$657
Tue 10/209:15
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 17/218:50
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/1$731
Tue 24/220:10
CHC
-
MEL
1 stop15h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 2/312:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/1$716
Tue 24/219:40
CHC
-
MEL
1 stop15h 45m
Air New Zealand
Mon 2/309:10
MEL
-
CHC
1 stop20h 45m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 19/1$749
Wed 25/209:15
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/312:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/1$832
One-way flights from Christchurch to Melbourne
Search for one-way flight options from Christchurch to Melbourne. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 20 January 2026.
Wed 11/220:40
CHC
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MEL
1 stop16h 15m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 18/1$271
Tue 10/320:00
CHC
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MEL
1 stop14h 10m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 18/1$282
Sun 22/317:20
CHC
-
MEL
1 stop7h 30m
Jetstar
Deal found 19/1$285
Tue 10/214:00
CHC
-
MEL
1 stop10h 50m
Jetstar
Deal found 19/1$287
Thu 19/317:20
CHC
-
MEL
1 stop7h 30m
Jetstar
Deal found 19/1$292
Sat 21/219:10
CHC
-
MEL
1 stop15h 00m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 20/1$297
Sat 28/306:00
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 55m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 18/1$303
Sun 5/406:10
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 55m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 18/1$306
Wed 8/408:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 18/1$308
Sun 8/308:50
CHC
-
MEL
2 stops14h 40m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 17/1$316
Cheapflights Fare Finder
Customise your flight search to find flights from Christchurch to Melbourne 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 20 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.
Fly from
Christchurch
Fly to
Melbourne
Route
Departure
Return
Price
ChristchurchMelbourne
CHC - MEL
CHCMEL
Christchurch
Sun 22/3
14:40-08:10
1 stop19h 30m
Melbourne
Wed 25/3
09:05-14:30
Nonstop3h 25m
$540
ChristchurchMelbourne
CHC - MEL
CHCMEL
Christchurch
Sat 14/3
20:35-08:10
1 stop13h 35m
Melbourne
Sun 22/3
18:50-07:25
1 stop10h 35m
$562
ChristchurchMelbourne
CHC - MEL
CHCMEL
Christchurch
Sat 21/3
06:05-08:00
Nonstop3h 55m
Melbourne
Thu 26/3
12:05-17:20
Nonstop3h 15m
$569
ChristchurchMelbourne
CHC - MEL
CHCMEL
Christchurch
Mon 11/5
15:45-17:35
Nonstop3h 50m
Melbourne
Tue 19/5
11:05-16:20
Nonstop3h 15m
$586
ChristchurchMelbourne
CHC - MEL
CHCMEL
Christchurch
Wed 1/7
06:10-08:05
Nonstop3h 55m
Melbourne
Sat 1/8
08:35-17:35
1 stop7h 00m
$588
ChristchurchMelbourne
CHC - MEL
CHCMEL
Christchurch
Sat 2/5
08:20-10:05
Nonstop3h 45m
Melbourne
Sat 9/5
11:05-16:20
Nonstop3h 15m
$600
ChristchurchMelbourne
CHC - MEL
CHCMEL
Christchurch
Fri 20/3
09:15-11:00
Nonstop3h 45m
Melbourne
Mon 23/3
18:50-00:10
Nonstop3h 20m
$600
ChristchurchMelbourne
CHC - MEL
CHCMEL
Christchurch
Sat 21/3
06:05-08:00
Nonstop3h 55m
Melbourne
Fri 27/3
18:50-00:10
Nonstop3h 20m
$604
ChristchurchMelbourne
CHC - MEL
CHCMEL
Christchurch
Sun 8/3
07:50-08:10
1 stop26h 20m
Melbourne
Fri 13/3
10:35-19:25
1 stop6h 50m
$605
ChristchurchMelbourne
CHC - MEL
CHCMEL
Christchurch
Wed 4/2
09:15-11:00
Nonstop3h 45m
Melbourne
Wed 4/2
18:50-00:10
Nonstop3h 20m
$610
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Best time to book a flight from Christchurch to Melbourne
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Christchurch to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 16 January 2026.
The price you pay for your flight from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 79 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 Christchurch to Melbourne Airport?
Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport (average of $247). Flying from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of $481). 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 CHC to MEL?
Find hourly flight availability from Christchurch to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 20 January 2026.
Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport as you normally would.
Weekly flight availability from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport
Explore weekly flight availability from Christchurch to Melbourne. 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 20 January 2026.
The most flights from CHC to MEL are scheduled on a Monday (26 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (16 on average).
How often are flights from Christchurch to Melbourne delayed?
About 14% of weekly flights between Christchurch and Melbourne have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 107 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Christchurch to Melbourne 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?
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 Christchurch to Melbourne flights?
Over the past year, Jetstar have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 7% of flights being delayed.
Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated 20 January 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Related info for your journey
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What airport do you fly from for flights from Christchurch to Melbourne?
For a flight from Christchurch to Melbourne, you will be flying from Christchurch. Christchurch (CHC) is just 9.5 km from the centre of the city. Christchurch is the only Christchurch airport and it handles 21 outbound flights to Melbourne per day. 4 airlines have flights to Melbourne from Christchurch on a regular basis.
How long is the flight from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport?
There are many flights that can get you from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport in 19h 30m. Fly via Air New Zealand to get the fastest option. There are 2412 km between Christchurch and Melbourne Airport.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport round-trip?
Flying on Jetstar is currently your cheapest option to Melbourne Airport, with prices starting at $233. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Emirates and Air New Zealand, with the lowest prices starting at $334 and $442, respectively. You may be able to fly from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport for 61% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport one-way?
$178 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Jetstar. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways, with prices starting from $217 and $229, respectively.
What are the most reliable airlines from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport?
The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport are IndiGo (82%), Finnair (80%) and Malaysia Airlines (79%).
What are the cheapest flights from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport?
While on average a flight from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport is generally $1,146, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $215. When looking at the most popular route, (Christchurch - Melbourne), you can expect to pay $510 for that flight.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Christchurch to Melbourne?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Christchurch to Melbourne 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 Christchurch to Melbourne Airport?
Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport (average of $247). Flying from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of $481). 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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Top 4 airlines flying from Christchurch to Melbourne
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