What is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne?

At the present moment the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne is currently July ; with December being the most expensive. Prices will vary depending on multiple factors such as booking in advance, airline and departure airports and times.

Can I find cheaper flights to Melbourne if I am willing to have stopovers?

Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Melbourne on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

What is the best airline to fly to Melbourne?

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, LATAM Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Melbourne.

How much is a return flight to Melbourne?

A return flight to Melbourne will typically cost around $613, however they can be found for as little as $101.

Where does the fastest flight to Melbourne depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to Melbourne, Queenstown Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (3 hours 25 minutes).

Does Melbourne have rental cars?

Yes. Those touching down at Melbourne can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Are there hotels close to Melbourne?

Yes. Melbourne has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. 1 Bdrm With Parking, Walk To Beach is the closest property to Melbourne (0.0 km away from Melbourne).

$184+ Flights to Melbourne, Australia

Flights to Melbourne in 2025

Return from	$379
One-way from	$185
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	August
Average price	$518

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24/6-22/7
Nonstop
7h 40m total
Auckland to Melbourne

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10/7
Nonstop
4h 05m total
Auckland to Melbourne

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Cheapest flights to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 10 June 2025.

Tue 24/615:40AKL - MEL

Nonstop4h 05mJetstar

Tue 22/718:45MEL - AKL

Nonstop3h 35mJetstar

Deal found 9/6$379

Thu 28/818:20AKL - MEL

Nonstop4h 15mMultiple Airlines

Mon 1/923:55MEL - AKL

Nonstop3h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/6$456

Fri 21/1118:25AKL - MEL

Nonstop4h 15mAir New Zealand

Mon 24/1118:55MEL - AKL

Nonstop3h 45mAir New Zealand

Deal found 9/6$539

Tue 12/806:40AKL - AVV

1 stop15h 25mJetstar

Wed 20/815:50AVV - AKL

1 stop6h 15mJetstar

Deal found 10/6$635

Wed 18/607:30AKL - AVV

1 stop8h 40mMultiple Airlines

Sat 21/606:00AVV - AKL

1 stop8h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/6$705

Mon 24/1107:00AKL - AVV

1 stop10h 50mQantas Airways

Sun 30/1106:00AVV - AKL

1 stop6h 55mQantas Airways

Deal found 10/6$1,015

Best flights to Melbourne
Discover carefully curated flight deals to Melbourne that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 10 June 2025.

Tue 24/615:40AKL - MEL

Nonstop4h 05mJetstar

Tue 22/718:45MEL - AKL

Nonstop3h 35mJetstar

Deal found 9/6$379

Thu 28/818:20AKL - MEL

Nonstop4h 15mMultiple Airlines

Mon 1/923:55MEL - AKL

Nonstop3h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/6$456

Fri 11/720:35AKL - MEL

Nonstop4h 10mQantas Airways

Sun 20/718:30MEL - AKL

Nonstop3h 40mQantas Airways

Deal found 9/6$705

Tue 12/806:40AKL - AVV

1 stop15h 25mJetstar

Wed 20/815:50AVV - AKL

1 stop6h 15mJetstar

Deal found 10/6$635

Wed 18/607:30AKL - AVV

1 stop8h 40mMultiple Airlines

Sat 21/606:00AVV - AKL

1 stop8h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/6$705

Sun 17/806:00AKL - AVV

1 stop10h 10mEmirates

Mon 25/806:00AVV - AKL

1 stop10h 00mEmirates

Deal found 10/6$1,909

Tue 17/613:15AKL - AVV

2 stops11h 35mQantas Airways

Tue 24/610:35AVV - AKL

1 stop10h 25mQantas Airways

Deal found 9/6$1,078

Direct flights to Melbourne
Explore direct flight options to Melbourne based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 10 June 2025.

Tue 24/615:40AKL - MEL

Nonstop4h 05mJetstar

Tue 22/718:45MEL - AKL

Nonstop3h 35mJetstar

Deal found 9/6$379

Thu 28/818:20AKL - MEL

Nonstop4h 15mMultiple Airlines

Mon 1/923:55MEL - AKL

Nonstop3h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/6$456

Fri 21/1118:25AKL - MEL

Nonstop4h 15mAir New Zealand

Mon 24/1118:55MEL - AKL

Nonstop3h 45mAir New Zealand

Deal found 9/6$539

Fri 11/720:35AKL - MEL

Nonstop4h 10mQantas Airways

Sun 20/718:30MEL - AKL

Nonstop3h 40mQantas Airways

Deal found 9/6$705

Wed 23/706:10AKL - MEL

Nonstop4h 10mEmirates

Wed 30/718:30MEL - AKL

Nonstop3h 40mEmirates

Deal found 7/6$724

Last-minute flights to Melbourne
Discover last-minute flight deals to Melbourne. Data last updated 10 June 2025 and is based on user searches.

Sun 15/606:10AKL - MEL

Nonstop4h 10mQantas Airways

Sun 22/618:30MEL - AKL

Nonstop3h 40mQantas Airways

Deal found 9/6$797

Sun 15/620:35AKL - MEL

Nonstop4h 10mAir Tahiti Nui

Fri 20/618:30MEL - AKL

Nonstop3h 40mAir Tahiti Nui

Deal found 8/6$928

Sun 15/608:00AKL - MEL

1 stop30h 15mFiji Airways

Fri 20/613:35MEL - AKL

1 stop31h 10mFiji Airways

Deal found 8/6$2,291

Mon 16/620:40AKL - MEL

Nonstop4h 05mJetstar

Wed 18/623:55MEL - AKL

Nonstop3h 35mJetstar

Deal found 8/6$499

Mon 16/600:25AKL - MEL

1 stop20h 50mQatar Airways

Tue 24/615:15MEL - AKL

1 stop33h 30mQatar Airways

Deal found 9/6$9,538

Tue 17/612:40AKL - AVV

1 stop12h 10mJetstar

Tue 24/620:55AVV - AKL

1 stop15h 15mJetstar

Deal found 9/6$772

Tue 17/618:20AKL - MEL

Nonstop4h 15mAir New Zealand

Thu 19/612:05MEL - AKL

Nonstop3h 35mAir New Zealand

Deal found 8/6$916

Tue 17/613:15AKL - AVV

2 stops11h 35mQantas Airways

Tue 24/610:35AVV - AKL

1 stop10h 25mQantas Airways

Deal found 9/6$1,078

Tue 17/600:25AKL - MEL

1 stop20h 50mMalaysia Airlines

Sun 22/613:25MEL - AKL

1 stop20h 00mMalaysia Airlines

Deal found 9/6$11,481

Wed 18/607:30AKL - MEL

1 stop8h 05mMultiple Airlines

Sat 21/618:45MEL - AKL

Nonstop3h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/6$612

Wed 18/607:30AKL - AVV

1 stop8h 40mMultiple Airlines

Sat 21/606:00AVV - AKL

1 stop8h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/6$705

Wed 18/607:30AKL - MEL

1 stop8h 05mLATAM Airlines

Sat 21/607:30MEL - AKL

1 stop7h 25mLATAM Airlines

Deal found 9/6$718

One-way flights to Melbourne
Search for one-way flight options to Melbourne. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 10 June 2025.

Thu 10/720:40AKL - MEL

Nonstop4h 05mJetstar

Deal found 10/6$185

Thu 10/720:40AKL - MEL

Nonstop4h 05mLATAM Airlines

Deal found 7/6$189

Tue 12/818:20AKL - MEL

Nonstop4h 15mAir New Zealand

Deal found 8/6$207

Tue 22/706:10AKL - MEL

Nonstop4h 10mQantas Airways

Deal found 10/6$238

Thu 7/806:40AKL - AVV

1 stop15h 25mJetstar

Deal found 8/6$283

Sat 21/607:30AKL - AVV

1 stop8h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/6$291

Thu 10/707:00AKL - MEL

1 stop18h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/6$298

Tue 1/720:35AKL - MEL

Nonstop4h 10mEmirates

Deal found 7/6$339

Fri 27/606:45AKL - AVV

1 stop9h 25mQantas Airways

Deal found 7/6$490

Thu 31/700:25AKL - MEL

1 stop20h 50mMalaysia Airlines

Deal found 9/6$3,018

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AucklandMelbourne

AKL - MEL

AKLMEL

Auckland Intl

Tue 24/6

15:40-17:45

Nonstop4h 05m

Melbourne

Tue 22/7

18:45-00:20

Nonstop3h 35m

$379

AucklandMelbourne

AKL - MEL

AKLMEL

Auckland Intl

Thu 28/8

18:20-20:35

Nonstop4h 15m

Melbourne

Mon 1/9

23:55-05:30

Nonstop3h 35m

$456

AucklandMelbourne

AKL - MEL

AKLMEL

Auckland Intl

Fri 21/11

18:25-20:40

Nonstop4h 15m

Melbourne

Mon 24/11

18:55-00:40

Nonstop3h 45m

$539

AucklandMelbourne

AKL - AVV

AKLAVV

Auckland Intl

Tue 12/8

06:40-20:05

1 stop15h 25m

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 20/8

15:50-00:05

1 stop6h 15m

$635

AucklandMelbourne

AKL - MEL

AKLMEL

Auckland Intl

Fri 11/7

20:35-22:45

Nonstop4h 10m

Melbourne

Sun 20/7

18:30-00:10

Nonstop3h 40m

$705

AucklandMelbourne

AKL - AVV

AKLAVV

Auckland Intl

Sun 27/7

07:30-20:15

1 stop14h 45m

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 5/8

20:55-14:10

1 stop15h 15m

$718

AucklandMelbourne

AKL - AVV

AKLAVV

Auckland Intl

Fri 5/12

12:45-23:15

1 stop12h 30m

Melbourne Avalon

Mon 8/12

20:55-11:30

1 stop12h 35m

$1,024

AucklandMelbourne

AKL - AVV

AKLAVV

Auckland Intl

Wed 23/7

06:45-14:10

1 stop9h 25m

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 30/7

14:55-00:35

1 stop7h 40m

$1,768

AucklandMelbourne

AKL - MEL

AKLMEL

Auckland Intl

Thu 18/9

20:40-22:45

Nonstop4h 05m

$184

AucklandMelbourne

AKL - MEL

AKLMEL

Auckland Intl

Thu 10/7

20:40-22:45

Nonstop4h 05m

$189

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Melbourne

When is the best time to book a flight to Melbourne?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Melbourne, you should look to book at least 24 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.

How long is the flight to Melbourne?

On average, a flight from Auckland to Melbourne takes 6 hours 22 minutes. Flights to Melbourne from other popular cities in New Zealand will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Melbourne?

Users looking for the lowest fares to Melbourne should consider flying on Monday at midday, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Thursday at midday, when prices are usually at their highest.

Weekly flight availability to Melbourne

The most flights from Auckland to Melbourne are scheduled on a Tuesday (43 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (19 on average).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Melbourne?

The most popular airlines flying from Auckland to Melbourne are Jetstar, Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Melbourne?

The cheapest airlines flying from Auckland to Melbourne are LATAM Airlines, Jetstar and Emirates.

Rainfall in Melbourne by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 mm per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Melbourne by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 8.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Read through reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne, such as Emirates, Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,264 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,264 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,264 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very Good

483 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,264 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.

Qantas Airways

7.5

Good

854 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,264 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.

LATAM Airlines

7.5

Good

1,785 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,264 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.

Malaysia Airlines

7.4

Good

263 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,264 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.

FAQs about flying to Melbourne

Can I find cheaper flights to Melbourne if I am willing to have stopovers?
Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Melbourne on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.
What is the best airline to fly to Melbourne?
Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, LATAM Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Melbourne.
How much is a return flight to Melbourne?
A return flight to Melbourne will typically cost around $613, however they can be found for as little as $101.
Where does the fastest flight to Melbourne depart from?
For those looking to save time traveling to Melbourne, Queenstown Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (3 hours 25 minutes).
Does Melbourne have rental cars?
Yes. Those touching down at Melbourne can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.
Are there hotels close to Melbourne?
Yes. Melbourne has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. 1 Bdrm With Parking, Walk To Beach is the closest property to Melbourne (0.0 km away from Melbourne).

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When is the cheapest time to fly to Melbourne?

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Weekly flight availability to Melbourne

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Melbourne?

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Rainfall in Melbourne by month

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Temperature in Melbourne by month

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Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Read through reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne, such as Emirates, Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

FAQs about flying to Melbourne

Can I find cheaper flights to Melbourne if I am willing to have stopovers?

What is the best airline to fly to Melbourne?

How much is a return flight to Melbourne?

Where does the fastest flight to Melbourne depart from?

Does Melbourne have rental cars?

Are there hotels close to Melbourne?

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