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Cheap flights from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport from $176

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 12/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — MEL
19 Jul — 26 Jul1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from New Zealand to Melbourne

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Zealand to Melbourne flight deals. Data was last updated 14 July 2025.

Round-trip from

$375

One-way from

$176

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$506

Good round-trip deal

$520 or less

Good one-way deal

$243 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 22/8-30/8
  • Nonstop
  • 7h 40m total
  • New Zealand to Melbourne
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 12/8
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 05m total
  • New Zealand to Melbourne
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($109 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($21 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from New Zealand to Melbourne.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from New Zealand to Melbourne.

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Cheapest flights from New Zealand to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Zealand to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 14 July 2025.

Fri 22/820:40AKL - MEL
Nonstop4h 05mJetstar
Sat 30/823:55MEL - AKL
Nonstop3h 35mJetstar
Deal found 12/7$375
Fri 10/1020:40AKL - MEL
Nonstop4h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 21/1018:55MEL - AKL
Nonstop3h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/7$463
Wed 13/808:20CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Wed 20/811:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 14/7$488
Wed 13/808:20CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 20/815:00MEL - CHC
2 stops18h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/7$513
Wed 27/810:55ZQN - MEL
1 stop13h 50mJetstar
Fri 29/814:50MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Deal found 14/7$529
Tue 26/818:05WLG - MEL
1 stop16h 00mAir New Zealand
Sat 30/818:25MEL - WLG
1 stop11h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 12/7$538
Thu 31/718:00ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/814:50MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/7$551
Sun 28/906:10CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 55mAir New Zealand
Sun 5/1018:25MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 13/7$558
Tue 26/818:00ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 35mVirgin Australia
Tue 2/911:35MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 12/7$581
Tue 26/814:10WLG - MEL
1 stop10h 35mJetstar
Tue 2/920:15MEL - WLG
1 stop15h 40mJetstar
Deal found 12/7$581
Wed 27/812:20WLG - MEL
1 stop12h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/908:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/7$594
Tue 26/812:15HLZ - MEL
1 stop7h 25mJetstar
Tue 2/920:15MEL - HLZ
1 stop13h 10mJetstar
Deal found 12/7$611

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Customise your flight search to find flights from New Zealand 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 14 July 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

New Zealand

Fly to

Melbourne

Route

Departure

Return

Price

AucklandMelbourne

AKL - MEL

AKLMEL

Auckland Intl

Fri 22/8

20:40-22:45

Nonstop4h 05m

Melbourne

Sat 30/8

23:55-05:30

Nonstop3h 35m

$375

AucklandMelbourne

AKL - MEL

AKLMEL

Auckland Intl

Fri 10/10

20:40-22:45

Nonstop4h 05m

Melbourne

Tue 21/10

18:55-00:35

Nonstop3h 40m

$463

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Wed 13/8

08:20-10:05

Nonstop3h 45m

Melbourne

Wed 20/8

11:05-16:20

Nonstop3h 15m

$488

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Wed 13/8

08:20-10:05

Nonstop3h 45m

Melbourne

Wed 20/8

15:00-11:15

2 stops18h 15m

$513

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Wed 27/8

10:55-22:45

1 stop13h 50m

Melbourne

Fri 29/8

14:50-20:00

Nonstop3h 10m

$529

WellingtonMelbourne

WLG - MEL

WLGMEL

Wellington

Tue 26/8

18:05-08:05

1 stop16h 00m

Melbourne

Sat 30/8

18:25-09:05

1 stop12h 40m

$538

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Thu 31/7

18:00-19:35

Nonstop3h 35m

Melbourne

Wed 6/8

14:50-20:00

Nonstop3h 10m

$551

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Sun 28/9

06:10-07:05

Nonstop3h 55m

Melbourne

Sun 5/10

18:25-23:50

Nonstop3h 25m

$558

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Tue 26/8

18:00-19:35

Nonstop3h 35m

Melbourne

Tue 2/9

11:35-16:45

Nonstop3h 10m

$581

WellingtonMelbourne

WLG - MEL

WLGMEL

Wellington

Tue 26/8

14:10-22:45

1 stop10h 35m

Melbourne

Tue 2/9

20:15-13:55

1 stop15h 40m

$581

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Best time to book a flight from New Zealand to Melbourne

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport (average of $263). Flying from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $406). 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 NZ to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from New Zealand 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 14 July 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 59% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from New Zealand to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 13 July 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their New Zealand to Melbourne Airport flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from New Zealand 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 14 July 2025.

The most flights from NZ0 to MEL are scheduled on a Friday (48 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (35 on average).

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 14 July 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Fiji Airways, andAir New Zealand from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Zealand to Melbourne. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Jetstar. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $176. Users have also found prices from $203 and $261 on Qantas Airways and Air New Zealand, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport?

    Consider LATAM Airlines (89%), Virgin Atlantic (86%) or United Airlines (84%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport.

  • What are the cheapest flights from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport? While on average our users pay $1,095, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $172. The most popular route (Auckland Intl - Melbourne), is priced around $375.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport (average of $263). Flying from New Zealand to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $406). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$171Average$718FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$248Average$604FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$285Average$713FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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JetstarCheapest$285Average$614FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest$322Average$701FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air Tahiti NuiCheapest$420Average$869FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time73%
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China AirlinesCheapest$427Average$654FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$436Average$770FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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