Cheap flights from Christchurch to Melbourne
The best prices from Christchurch to Melbourne are usually found in May or June, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday
How to find the cheapest flight from Christchurch to Melbourne
All the information you need to plan the best CHC to MEL flight in 2022: compare Christchurch to Melbourne flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Melbourne.
CHC - MEL Price | $226 - $437 |
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MEL Temperature | 8 - 20 °C |
MEL Rainfall | 30 - 60 mm |
| Popular in | December | High demand for flights, 37% potential price rise |
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| Cheapest in | May | Best time to find cheap flights, 18% potential price drop |
| Average price | $351 | Average for round-trip flights in May 2022 |
| Round-trip from | $351 | From Christchurch to Melbourne |
What is the cheapest day to fly return from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport?
Leaving on a Wednesday is a viable option for saving on travel. Heavily demanded days of the week can typically drive up the prices you see. Booking your travel for a less competitive day can save up to 13% on the overall cost on flights from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport.
How far in advance should I book a flight from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport?
To save on the cost of your flight from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport, book at least 61 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 22% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $472 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $501.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport?
May is one of the best times of the year to fly to Melbourne Airport from Christchurch. Prices for May average $430 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $275. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December. Opting for a May flight can save you 57% on your journey compared to booking in December
When is the cheapest time to fly from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport (CHC - MEL)?
When flying from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 22% versus a flight at midday.
Cheap flights from Christchurch to Melbourne in May, June 2022
The best prices found for CHC to MEL flights in May, June
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Christchurch to Melbourne 2022 flight deals
Cheap flights to Melbourne from Christchurch found for this year
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Cheap Air New Zealand flights from Christchurch to Melbourne
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Cheap Jetstar flights from Christchurch to Melbourne
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Direct flights to Melbourne from Christchurch
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Last-minute flights from Christchurch to Melbourne
Late deals on return flights to Melbourne from Christchurch, departing today and this week
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One-way flights to Melbourne from Christchurch
The cheapest one-way flights from Christchurch to Melbourne
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Related info for your journey
Useful info, stats and facts about Christchurch to Melbourne flights.
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 4 outbound flights to Melbourne per day. 4 airlines have flights to Melbourne from Christchurch on a regular basis.
Which airlines flying from Christchurch to Melbourne have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?
Due to the rapidly changing circumstances due to COVID-19, airlines like Air New Zealand, Jetstar, and Qantas Airways flying from Christchurch to Melbourne have implemented new flexible cancellation policies.
Can I find flights from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport for under $400 on Cheapflights?
Yes, there are multiple flights from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport for under $400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Jetstar for just $388, but on average you can expect to pay $526.
Are there direct flights from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport for under $400 on Cheapflights?
Cheapflights has 12 direct flights from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport under $400. A good price for a direct flight from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport is less than $852.
Are there last-minute flights available from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport for under $900?
There are currently 20+ open flights from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport within the next 7 days for less than $900.
How popular is this Christchurch to Melbourne Airport flight route?
This flight path from Christchurch to Melbourne was viewed by 5,467 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.
What is the cheapest airline to fly from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport round-trip?
Flying on Jetstar is currently your cheapest option to Melbourne Airport, with prices starting at $388. You may be able to fly from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport for 9% less than the average price by searching for this airline.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport one-way?
$137 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 $286 and $315, respectively.
What are the most popular airlines that fly from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport?
The most popular airlines flying from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport are Emirates, Jetstar and Air New Zealand. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.
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 United Airlines (89%), Turkish Airlines (85%) and Singapore Airlines (85%).
What are the cheapest flights from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport?
While on average a flight from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport is generally $468, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $236. When looking at the most popular route, (Christchurch - Melbourne), you can expect to pay $349 for that flight.
Other flights from Christchurch
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Can I fly to Melbourne from Christchurch right now?
Most visitors from Christchurch need to provide a negative COVID-19 test result and/or quarantine to enter Melbourne.
COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from Christchurch are not required to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test or antigen result upon entering Melbourne.
Quarantine requirements
Visitors from Christchurch are not required to quarantine after entering Melbourne.
Documents
Travel Authorization Form - Travelers who are not in an exempt category may request an individual exemption to Australia's travel restrictions using this form.
Digital Passenger Declaration - You can start a DPD seven days before your flight to Australia, but you can only submit a DPD within 72 hours before your departure.
Can I fly back to Christchurch from Melbourne?
COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from Melbourne must present a negative RT-PCR (NAAT) or Antigen (quick-test) test taken 48 hours for RT-PCR (NAAT) and 24 hours for Antigen (quick-test) before departing to Christchurch.
Quarantine requirements
Visitors from Melbourne are not required to quarantine after entering Christchurch.
Alternative routes for Christchurch to Melbourne
See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.
Top 4 airlines flying from Christchurch to Melbourne
The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users travelling from Christchurch to Melbourne choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
Hourly flight availability from Christchurch to Melbourne
See what time of day planes typically take off from Christchurch to Melbourne
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Weekly flight availability from Christchurch to Melbourne
See how many times per day planes take to the skies headed from Christchurch to Melbourne
| Sunday | 3daily flights |
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| Monday | 8daily flights |
| Tuesday | 5daily flights |
| Wednesday | 3daily flights |
| Thursday | 5daily flights |
| Friday | 3daily flights |
| Saturday | 5daily flights |