Cheap flights from Wellington to Melbourne Airport from $295
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 30/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WLG — MEL
19 Jan — 26 Jan1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Wellington to Melbourne are usually found in February or March, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Tuesday
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Cheapest flights from Wellington to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Wellington to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 December 2025.
Sun 21/1220:05WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mQantas Airways
Sun 28/1213:30MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 19/12$1,033
Wed 24/1216:00WLG - MEL
1 stop9h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 27/1206:00MEL - WLG
1 stop7h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12$1,085
Wed 24/1206:05WLG - MEL
1 stop19h 30mEmirates
Sat 27/1206:00MEL - WLG
1 stop7h 20mEmirates
Deal found 18/12$1,101
Fri 19/1220:05WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mQantas Airways
Fri 26/1208:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 18/12$1,148
Wed 24/1206:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mAir New Zealand
Sat 27/1218:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 18/12$1,190
Sat 20/1206:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/121:00MEL - WLG
1 stop19h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12$1,219
Sun 21/1206:05WLG - MEL
1 stop15h 55mEmirates
Sun 28/1219:20MEL - WLG
1 stop18h 00mEmirates
Deal found 19/12$1,266
Best flights from Wellington to Melbourne
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Wellington to Melbourne that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 20 December 2025.
Thu 19/306:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mAir New Zealand
Sun 22/318:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 19/12$688
Thu 5/215:35WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mQantas Airways
Sat 7/208:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 19/12$754
Thu 5/215:35WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/220:20MEL - WLG
1 stop16h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/12$769
Sat 14/214:35WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mEmirates
Fri 20/213:30MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 30mEmirates
Deal found 17/12$773
Tue 10/314:55WLG - MEL
1 stop8h 35mAir New Zealand
Sat 14/310:35MEL - WLG
1 stop9h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 19/12$715
Fri 13/220:05WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mQantas Airways
Mon 23/208:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/12$766
Thu 19/215:35WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mEmirates
Sun 22/208:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 30mEmirates
Deal found 17/12$773
Sat 14/214:35WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mQantas Airways
Tue 24/209:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/12$773
Sun 15/214:35WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mQantas Airways
Sun 22/208:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/12$773
Wed 18/214:35WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mQantas Airways
Wed 25/208:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/12$773
Tue 17/215:35WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mQantas Airways
Wed 25/208:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/12$773
Sun 15/214:35WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mQantas Airways
Sat 21/208:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/12$773
Direct flights from Wellington to Melbourne
Explore direct flight options from Wellington to Melbourne based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 20 December 2025.
Thu 19/306:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mAir New Zealand
Sun 22/318:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 19/12$688
Sun 19/406:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mAir New Zealand
Tue 28/409:10MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/12$714
Sun 19/406:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mAir New Zealand
Mon 27/409:10MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/12$726
Sat 14/206:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mAir New Zealand
Sun 22/218:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 17/12$740
Fri 30/106:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mAir New Zealand
Sat 31/118:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/12$745
Sat 4/406:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mAir New Zealand
Mon 13/409:10MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/12$748
Sat 14/214:35WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mQantas Airways
Sat 21/208:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/12$752
Thu 5/215:35WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mQantas Airways
Sat 7/208:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 19/12$754
Tue 21/406:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mAir New Zealand
Wed 29/409:10MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/12$757
Tue 21/406:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mAir New Zealand
Tue 28/409:10MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/12$759
Fri 13/220:05WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mQantas Airways
Mon 23/208:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/12$766
Last-minute flights from Wellington to Melbourne
Discover last-minute flight deals from Wellington to Melbourne. Data last updated 20 December 2025 and is based on user searches.
Sun 11/106:05WLG - MEL
1 stop7h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 13/120:35MEL - WLG
1 stop16h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12$868
Wed 14/115:55WLG - MEL
1 stop9h 55mJetstar
Sat 17/121:10MEL - WLG
1 stop15h 40mJetstar
Deal found 19/12$830
Thu 15/120:10WLG - MEL
1 stop15h 10mJetstar
Wed 21/123:55MEL - WLG
1 stop15h 10mJetstar
Deal found 18/12$788
Thu 15/120:10WLG - MEL
1 stop15h 10mJetstar
Sun 18/118:55MEL - WLG
1 stop10h 10mJetstar
Deal found 19/12$811
Thu 15/120:10WLG - MEL
1 stop16h 25mJetstar
Tue 20/121:10MEL - WLG
1 stop15h 40mJetstar
Deal found 18/12$823
Thu 15/120:10WLG - MEL
1 stop16h 25mJetstar
Mon 19/106:10MEL - WLG
1 stop7h 25mJetstar
Deal found 18/12$839
Thu 15/120:10WLG - MEL
1 stop15h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 18/108:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/12$877
Fri 16/115:55WLG - MEL
1 stop9h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 31/118:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12$884
Thu 22/107:40WLG - MEL
1 stop9h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 25/123:55MEL - WLG
1 stop6h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/12$837
Sat 24/114:35WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 24/123:55MEL - WLG
1 stop6h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12$827
Sat 24/107:40WLG - MEL
1 stop12h 10mJetstar
Sat 24/123:55MEL - WLG
1 stop6h 40mJetstar
Deal found 17/12$842
One-way flights from Wellington to Melbourne
Search for one-way flight options from Wellington to Melbourne. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 20 December 2025.
Fri 30/106:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/12$295
Thu 29/107:40WLG - MEL
1 stop17h 10mJetstar
Deal found 16/12$300
Sat 31/120:00WLG - MEL
1 stop16h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 17/12$304
Sat 7/306:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 18/12$309
Sun 26/413:55WLG - MEL
1 stop20h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 19/12$318
Tue 10/215:35WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mEmirates
Deal found 18/12$323
Tue 7/420:10WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 19/12$333
Mon 19/109:10WLG - MEL
1 stop15h 40mJetstar
Deal found 17/12$347
Thu 29/106:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/12$353
Find flight deals from Wellington to Melbourne
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Wellington (WLG) 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 December 2025.
Customise your flight search to find flights from Wellington 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 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Wellington to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.
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Return
Price
WellingtonMelbourne
WLG - MEL
WLGMEL
Wellington
Thu 19/3
06:00-08:10
Nonstop4h 10m
Melbourne
Sun 22/3
18:00-23:35
Nonstop3h 35m
$688
WellingtonMelbourne
WLG - MEL
WLGMEL
Wellington
Tue 10/3
14:55-21:30
1 stop8h 35m
Melbourne
Sat 14/3
10:35-22:10
1 stop9h 35m
$715
WellingtonMelbourne
WLG - MEL
WLGMEL
Wellington
Thu 5/2
15:35-17:35
Nonstop4h 00m
Melbourne
Sat 7/2
08:00-13:30
Nonstop3h 30m
$754
WellingtonMelbourne
WLG - MEL
WLGMEL
Wellington
Fri 13/2
20:05-22:05
Nonstop4h 00m
Melbourne
Mon 23/2
08:00-13:30
Nonstop3h 30m
$766
WellingtonMelbourne
WLG - MEL
WLGMEL
Wellington
Thu 5/2
15:35-17:35
Nonstop4h 00m
Melbourne
Sat 7/2
20:20-14:50
1 stop16h 30m
$769
WellingtonMelbourne
WLG - MEL
WLGMEL
Wellington
Sat 14/2
14:35-16:35
Nonstop4h 00m
Melbourne
Fri 20/2
13:30-19:00
Nonstop3h 30m
$773
WellingtonMelbourne
WLG - MEL
WLGMEL
Wellington
Thu 19/2
15:35-17:35
Nonstop4h 00m
Melbourne
Sun 22/2
08:00-13:30
Nonstop3h 30m
$773
WellingtonMelbourne
WLG - MEL
WLGMEL
Wellington
Sat 14/2
14:35-16:35
Nonstop4h 00m
Melbourne
Tue 24/2
09:00-14:25
Nonstop3h 25m
$773
WellingtonMelbourne
WLG - MEL
WLGMEL
Wellington
Sun 15/2
14:35-16:35
Nonstop4h 00m
Melbourne
Sun 22/2
08:00-13:30
Nonstop3h 30m
$773
WellingtonMelbourne
WLG - MEL
WLGMEL
Wellington
Wed 18/2
14:35-16:35
Nonstop4h 00m
Melbourne
Wed 25/2
08:00-13:30
Nonstop3h 30m
$773
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Best time to book a flight from Wellington to Melbourne
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Wellington to Melbourne Airport
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Wellington to Melbourne Airport?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Wellington to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 12 December 2025.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Wellington to Melbourne Airport, you should look to book at least 85 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.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Wellington to Melbourne Airport?
Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wellington to Melbourne Airport (average of $377). Flying from Wellington to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $597). 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 WLG to MEL?
Find hourly flight availability from Wellington 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 December 2025.
One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Wellington to Melbourne Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight at midday could potentially save you up to 55% on airfare.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Wellington to Melbourne Airport?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Wellington to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 13 December 2025.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Wellington to Melbourne Airport flight should consider departing on Thursday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Wellington to Melbourne Airport?
Weekly flight availability from Wellington to Melbourne Airport
Explore weekly flight availability from Wellington 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 December 2025.
The most flights from WLG to MEL are scheduled on a Friday (15 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).
How often are flights from Wellington to Melbourne delayed?
About 9% of weekly flights between Wellington and Melbourne have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 111 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Wellington to Melbourne flights?
Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Tuesday 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 Wellington to Melbourne flights?
Over the past year, Air New Zealand have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 6% of flights being delayed.
What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Wellington to Melbourne Airport?
Share of one-stop return flights from Wellington to Melbourne Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.
Christchurch (CHC) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of one-stop itineraries from Wellington to Melbourne Airport on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Wellington to Melbourne Airport?
Average return fare for one-stop flights from Wellington to Melbourne Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.
Christchurch (CHC) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $622.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Wellington to Melbourne Airport?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Wellington to Melbourne Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Sydney (SYD) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 8h 29m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Wellington to Melbourne Airport?
Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Wellington to Melbourne Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Sydney (SYD) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 3h 19m.
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 December 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways from Wellington to Melbourne Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Related info for your journey
Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Wellington 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 Wellington to Melbourne?
Wellington (WLG) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Wellington to Melbourne. You should not have trouble finding flights to Melbourne from Wellington; the airport handles an average of 12 outbound flights to Melbourne per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 4 airlines have flights from the Wellington airport to Melbourne. It is only a 5.3 km journey to Wellington (WLG) from Wellington’s city centre.
How long is the flight from Wellington to Melbourne Airport?
There are many flights that can get you from Wellington to Melbourne Airport in 4h. Fly via Air New Zealand or Qantas Airways to get the fastest option. The distance from Wellington to Melbourne Airport is about 2588 km. All flights are typically direct.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Wellington to Melbourne Airport round-trip?
Currently priced at $415, Emirates will fly you from Wellington to Melbourne Airport and back. In addition to Emirates, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Qantas Airways and Air New Zealand - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $460 and $489, respectively. You may be able to fly from Wellington to Melbourne Airport for 39% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Wellington to Melbourne Airport one-way?
For one-way options, check prices for Air New Zealand. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $201. Users have also found prices from $229 and $229 on Qantas Airways and Jetstar, respectively.
What are the most reliable airlines from Wellington to Melbourne Airport?
No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Wellington to Melbourne Airport consider choosing Air India(87%), Virgin Australia(82%) or United Airlines(82%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.
What are the cheapest flights from Wellington to Melbourne Airport?
The cheapest flight price from Wellington to Melbourne Airport is $277. On average you can expect to pay $1,153. The most popular route, (Wellington - Melbourne), can usually be booked for $573.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Wellington to Melbourne?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Wellington 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 Wellington to Melbourne Airport?
Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wellington to Melbourne Airport (average of $377). Flying from Wellington to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $597). 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 Wellington to Melbourne
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