Cheap flights from Wellington to Melbourne Airport from $303

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 19/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WLG — MEL
4 Feb — 11 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Wellington to Melbourne are usually found in August or February, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday 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 5 January 2026.

Tue 3/206:30WLG - MEL
1 stop27h 25mAir New Zealand
Sat 9/509:10MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/1$643
Tue 3/206:30WLG - MEL
1 stop27h 25mAir New Zealand
Tue 28/409:10MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/1$645
Tue 10/306:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mAir New Zealand
Sat 14/309:10MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 3/1$648
Sun 1/213:05WLG - MEL
1 stop20h 50mAir New Zealand
Wed 4/212:10MEL - WLG
1 stop18h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 3/1$650
Thu 19/306:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mAir New Zealand
Sun 22/318:55MEL - WLG
1 stop10h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/1$652
Wed 18/206:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mAir New Zealand
Wed 25/209:05MEL - WLG
1 stop20h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/1$655
Fri 15/506:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mAir New Zealand
Mon 18/509:10MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/1$657
Fri 6/217:40WLG - MEL
1 stop7h 10mJetstar
Wed 18/206:10MEL - WLG
1 stop6h 40mJetstar
Deal found 2/1$662
Sat 31/114:10WLG - MEL
1 stop10h 40mJetstar
Thu 12/220:35MEL - WLG
1 stop16h 15mJetstar
Deal found 3/1$664
Sat 21/217:45WLG - MEL
1 stop17h 40mAir New Zealand
Tue 24/209:10MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/1$665

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 5 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$643

One-way from

$303

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$785

Good round-trip deal

$1,099 or less

Good one-way deal

$426 or less
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 3/2-9/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 31h 05m total
  • Wellington to Melbourne
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 19/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 28h 35m total
  • Wellington to Melbourne
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($110 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($25 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Wellington to Melbourne.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Wellington to Melbourne.

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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 5 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Wellington to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.

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Wellington

Fly to

Melbourne

Route

Departure

Return

Price

WellingtonMelbourne

WLG - MEL

WLGMEL

Wellington

Tue 10/3

06:00-08:10

Nonstop4h 10m

Melbourne

Sat 14/3

09:10-14:45

Nonstop3h 35m

$648

WellingtonMelbourne

WLG - MEL

WLGMEL

Wellington

Sun 1/2

06:00-08:10

Nonstop4h 10m

Melbourne

Tue 3/2

16:50-09:20

1 stop14h 30m

$669

WellingtonMelbourne

WLG - MEL

WLGMEL

Wellington

Mon 2/3

20:15-07:55

1 stop13h 40m

Melbourne

Thu 12/3

18:50-08:10

1 stop11h 20m

$671

WellingtonMelbourne

WLG - MEL

WLGMEL

Wellington

Fri 30/1

15:55-23:50

1 stop9h 55m

Melbourne

Tue 5/5

20:15-14:00

1 stop15h 45m

$681

WellingtonMelbourne

WLG - MEL

WLGMEL

Wellington

Sat 21/2

20:00-10:55

1 stop16h 55m

Melbourne

Tue 24/2

08:35-20:40

1 stop10h 05m

$697

WellingtonMelbourne

WLG - MEL

WLGMEL

Wellington

Tue 3/2

13:10-22:50

1 stop11h 40m

Melbourne

Tue 10/2

23:55-08:35

1 stop6h 40m

$717

WellingtonMelbourne

WLG - MEL

WLGMEL

Wellington

Thu 23/4

06:00-08:10

Nonstop4h 10m

Melbourne

Mon 27/4

15:00-16:25

1 stop23h 25m

$726

WellingtonMelbourne

WLG - MEL

WLGMEL

Wellington

Tue 3/2

15:35-17:35

Nonstop4h 00m

Melbourne

Thu 30/4

08:00-13:35

Nonstop3h 35m

$742

WellingtonMelbourne

WLG - MEL

WLGMEL

Wellington

Sat 31/1

06:00-08:10

Nonstop4h 10m

Melbourne

Wed 6/5

09:10-14:50

Nonstop3h 40m

$754

WellingtonMelbourne

WLG - MEL

WLGMEL

Wellington

Sat 31/1

14:10-22:50

1 stop10h 40m

Melbourne

Wed 6/5

07:30-20:35

2 stops11h 05m

$756

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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

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 2 January 2026.

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 $376). Flying from Wellington to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $568). 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 5 January 2026.

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 3 January 2026.

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.

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 5 January 2026.
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.

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

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 10m. Fly via Air New Zealand or Jetstar to get the fastest option. The distance from Wellington to Melbourne Airport is about 2588 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Wellington to Melbourne Airport round-trip?

    Currently priced at $414, 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 $486, respectively. You may be able to fly from Wellington to Melbourne Airport for 40% 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 $202. Users have also found prices from $228 and $228 on Jetstar and Qantas Airways, 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 Etihad Airways(92%), Air India(85%) or Virgin Australia(85%), 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 $276. On average you can expect to pay $1,240. The most popular route, (Wellington - Melbourne), can usually be booked for $601.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Wellington to Melbourne?

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

  • 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 $376). Flying from Wellington to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $568). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$487Average$704FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$491Average$654FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapest$493Average$959FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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JetstarCheapest$557Average$687FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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