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Cheap flights from New Plymouth to Melbourne Airport from $306

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 26/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NPL — MEL
26 Apr — 3 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from New Plymouth to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Plymouth to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 27 March 2026.

Fri 8/515:25
NPL
-
MEL
1 stop8h 10m
Air New Zealand
Fri 15/515:00
MEL
-
NPL
1 stop16h 10m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 24/3$707
Mon 31/810:40
NPL
-
MEL
1 stop8h 55m
Qantas Airways
Wed 2/918:30
MEL
-
NPL
1 stop24h 25m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 26/3$849
Mon 11/509:40
NPL
-
MEL
1 stop13h 55m
Air New Zealand
Mon 18/518:55
MEL
-
NPL
1 stop14h 25m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 27/3$861

Find flight deals from New Plymouth to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Plymouth (NPL) 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 27 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$707

One-way from

$306

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$998
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 8/5-15/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 24h 20m total
  • New Plymouth to Melbourne
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Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 26/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 23h 45m total
  • New Plymouth to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($97 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($25 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
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Route

Departure

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight
Fastest return journey

New PlymouthMelbourne

NPL - MEL

NPLMEL

New Plymouth

Fri 8/5

10:25-17:45

2 stops9h 20m

Melbourne

Fri 15/5

15:00-09:10

1 stop16h 10m

$723

New PlymouthMelbourne

NPL - MEL

NPLMEL

New Plymouth

Mon 31/8

10:40-17:35

1 stop8h 55m

Melbourne

Wed 2/9

18:30-20:55

1 stop24h 25m

$849

New PlymouthMelbourne

NPL - MEL

NPLMEL

New Plymouth

Mon 11/5

09:40-21:35

1 stop13h 55m

Melbourne

Mon 18/5

18:55-11:20

1 stop14h 25m

$861
Cheapest one-way

New PlymouthMelbourne

NPL - MEL

NPLMEL

New Plymouth

Sun 26/4

10:25-08:10

1 stop23h 45m

$306
Fastest single journey

New PlymouthMelbourne

NPL - MEL

NPLMEL

New Plymouth

Thu 30/4

20:30-08:20

1 stop13h 50m

$370

New PlymouthMelbourne

NPL - MEL

NPLMEL

New Plymouth

Tue 28/4

18:40-17:45

1 stop25h 05m

$396

New PlymouthMelbourne

NPL - MEL

NPLMEL

New Plymouth

Fri 1/5

20:30-17:45

1 stop23h 15m

$441

New PlymouthMelbourne

NPL - MEL

NPLMEL

New Plymouth

Thu 30/4

18:40-08:10

2 stops15h 30m

$559

New PlymouthMelbourne

NPL - MEL

NPLMEL

New Plymouth

Sun 26/4

18:40-11:20

2 stops18h 40m

$588

New PlymouthMelbourne

NPL - MEL

NPLMEL

New Plymouth

Sat 2/5

18:40-08:10

2 stops15h 30m

$617

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Best time to book a flight from New Plymouth to Melbourne

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Plymouth to Melbourne Airport?

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Plymouth to Melbourne Airport (average of $498). Flying from New Plymouth to Melbourne Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $977). 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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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 27 March 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New Plymouth to Melbourne Airport, such as Air New Zealand. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
621 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
621 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
621 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Plymouth to Melbourne. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from New Plymouth to Melbourne?

    Located just 10.2 km from the city centre, New Plymouth is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Melbourne from New Plymouth. Booking flights from New Plymouth (NPL) to Melbourne should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Melbourne from 1 airline.

  • How long is the flight from New Plymouth to Melbourne Airport?

    For as low as $849, Air New Zealand can have you in Melbourne Airport from New Plymouth in 8h 55m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2551 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from New Plymouth to Melbourne Airport round-trip?

    Air New Zealand, at $666, was found to be the cheapest airline from New Plymouth to Melbourne Airport.. Air New Zealand is currently priced 30% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New Plymouth to Melbourne that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on New Plymouth to Melbourne flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from New Plymouth to Melbourne?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New Plymouth to Melbourne.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New Plymouth to Melbourne?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Plymouth 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 New Plymouth to Melbourne Airport?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Plymouth to Melbourne Airport (average of $498). Flying from New Plymouth to Melbourne Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $977). 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 airline flying from New Plymouth to Melbourne

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air New ZealandCheapest$666Average$922FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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