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Cheap flights from Auckland to Melbourne from $197

This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 27/11. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
AKL — MEL
3 Dec — 10 Dec1
1 adult
Sun 3/12
Sun 10/12

How to find the cheapest flight from Auckland (AKL) to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Auckland (AKL) to Melbourne (ME1). 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 28 November 2023.

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January

Cheapest in

June

Round-trip from

$764

One-way from

$274
High demand for flights, 30% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 25% potential price drop
From Auckland Intl to Melbourne
One-way flight from Auckland Intl to Melbourne

AKL - MEL

Price

$465 - $910

MEL

Temperature

8 - 20 °C

MEL

Rainfall

30 - 60 mm

How far in advance should I book a flight from Auckland to Melbourne?

To save on the cost of your flight from Auckland to Melbourne, book at least 33 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 41% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $572 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $703.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Auckland to Melbourne?

June can be a great time to fly to Melbourne from Auckland with a flight ticket averaging about $597. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of June for as cheap as $304. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of January.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Auckland to Melbourne (AKL - MEL)?

When flying from Auckland to Melbourne, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Cheap Jetstar flights from Auckland to Melbourne

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Jetstar for the route between Auckland and Melbourne. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 126,853 searches. Data last updated 28 November 2023.
Find some of the cheapest Jetstar flights travelling from Auckland to Melbourne. Make sure to double check the flight details before booking.

Cheap LATAM Airlines flights from Auckland to Melbourne

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by LATAM Airlines for the route between Auckland and Melbourne. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 126,853 searches. Data last updated 28 November 2023.
Have a look at some of the cheapest available LATAM Airlines flights departing from Auckland and landing in Melbourne. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.

Cheap Auckland to Melbourne flights in November & December 2023

Find cheap flight options from Auckland to Melbourne specifically for the months of November and December 2023. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 126,853 searches. Prices were last updated on 28 November 2023.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Auckland to Melbourne in 2023. Check back in a little while for more flight options.

Auckland to Melbourne 2023 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Auckland and Melbourne in 2023. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 126,853 searches. Data last updated 28 November 2023.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Auckland to Melbourne in 2023. Check back in a little while for more flight options.

Direct flights to Melbourne from Auckland

Discover direct flight options from Auckland to Melbourne. Find direct flights with no stopovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore direct flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 126,853 searches. Data last updated 28 November 2023.
For a quicker trip, book one of these direct flights from Auckland to Melbourne. Users seeking other options on flights from Auckland to Melbourne should update the search form at the top of the page.

Auckland to Melbourne flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Auckland to Melbourne for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 126,853 searches. Data last updated 28 November 2023.
Have a look at some of the last-minute flights available departing from Auckland to Melbourne. Users should examine the flight details to ensure there are no surprises.

One-way flights to Melbourne from Auckland

Search for one-way flight options from Auckland to Melbourne. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 126,853 searches. Data last updated 28 November 2023.
Users travelling one-way from Auckland to Melbourne can select one of these great deals. Users needing a return flight from Auckland to Melbourne should utilize the search form above.

Find flights from Auckland to Melbourne within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Auckland 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 126,853 searches. Data last updated 28 November 2023.

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1 stop8h 00m

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Nonstop3h 35m

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Thu 18/4

Nonstop4h 05m

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Nonstop3h 35m

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Mon 5/2

Nonstop4h 05m

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Thu 8/2

1 stop8h 25m

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Sat 24/2

Nonstop4h 05m

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Thu 29/2

1 stop8h 25m

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AKLAVV

Auckland Intl

Sat 13/1

1 stop7h 00m

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 17/1

1 stop6h 15m

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AKLMEL

Auckland Intl

Fri 8/3

Nonstop4h 05m

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Sat 11/5

1 stop7h 10m

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AKLMEL

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Thu 11/1

1 stop6h 50m

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1 stop6h 35m

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AKLMEL

Auckland Intl

Mon 25/12

Nonstop4h 10m

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Nonstop3h 45m

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AKLAVV

Auckland Intl

Sat 20/1

1 stop10h 10m

Melbourne Avalon

Sat 27/1

1 stop6h 30m

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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 28 November 2023.
To help decide which airline to fly from Auckland to Melbourne, see what other customers have to say about Jetstar, LATAM Airlines and Singapore Airlines. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.5
Very Good
4 reviews

Food

9.0

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.5

Comfort

8.5

Boarding

9.0

Crew

9.0

Reviews

1 / 1

Pros: It was a newer model of the plane that I flew out with and it showed. Excellent interior, food was better than the previous flight. Very comfortable and functional for each individual . Crew were fantastic in there dealings with the passengers Overall a very pleasant experience

Cons: The inflight entertainment was not as good as I expected. To the extent there wasn’t anything that I wanted to watch as I’d seen the only 2 films that I wanted to watch in my previous long haul leg. TV series were severely lacking in choice as was the latest movies.

8.5
Very Good
4 reviews
8.5
Very Good
4 reviews

Food

9.0

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.5

Comfort

8.5

Boarding

9.0

Crew

9.0

Reviews

1 / 1

Pros: It was a newer model of the plane that I flew out with and it showed. Excellent interior, food was better than the previous flight. Very comfortable and functional for each individual . Crew were fantastic in there dealings with the passengers Overall a very pleasant experience

Cons: The inflight entertainment was not as good as I expected. To the extent there wasn’t anything that I wanted to watch as I’d seen the only 2 films that I wanted to watch in my previous long haul leg. TV series were severely lacking in choice as was the latest movies.

8.4
Very Good
15 reviews
8.5
Very Good
4 reviews

Food

9.0

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.5

Comfort

8.5

Boarding

9.0

Crew

9.0

Reviews

1 / 1

Pros: It was a newer model of the plane that I flew out with and it showed. Excellent interior, food was better than the previous flight. Very comfortable and functional for each individual . Crew were fantastic in there dealings with the passengers Overall a very pleasant experience

Cons: The inflight entertainment was not as good as I expected. To the extent there wasn’t anything that I wanted to watch as I’d seen the only 2 films that I wanted to watch in my previous long haul leg. TV series were severely lacking in choice as was the latest movies.

8.2
Very Good
62 reviews
8.5
Very Good
4 reviews

Food

9.0

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.5

Comfort

8.5

Boarding

9.0

Crew

9.0

Reviews

1 / 1

Pros: It was a newer model of the plane that I flew out with and it showed. Excellent interior, food was better than the previous flight. Very comfortable and functional for each individual . Crew were fantastic in there dealings with the passengers Overall a very pleasant experience

Cons: The inflight entertainment was not as good as I expected. To the extent there wasn’t anything that I wanted to watch as I’d seen the only 2 films that I wanted to watch in my previous long haul leg. TV series were severely lacking in choice as was the latest movies.

8.1
Very Good
38 reviews
8.5
Very Good
4 reviews

Food

9.0

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.5

Comfort

8.5

Boarding

9.0

Crew

9.0

Reviews

1 / 1

Pros: It was a newer model of the plane that I flew out with and it showed. Excellent interior, food was better than the previous flight. Very comfortable and functional for each individual . Crew were fantastic in there dealings with the passengers Overall a very pleasant experience

Cons: The inflight entertainment was not as good as I expected. To the extent there wasn’t anything that I wanted to watch as I’d seen the only 2 films that I wanted to watch in my previous long haul leg. TV series were severely lacking in choice as was the latest movies.

8.1
Very Good
341 reviews
8.5
Very Good
4 reviews

Food

9.0

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.5

Comfort

8.5

Boarding

9.0

Crew

9.0

Reviews

1 / 1

Pros: It was a newer model of the plane that I flew out with and it showed. Excellent interior, food was better than the previous flight. Very comfortable and functional for each individual . Crew were fantastic in there dealings with the passengers Overall a very pleasant experience

Cons: The inflight entertainment was not as good as I expected. To the extent there wasn’t anything that I wanted to watch as I’d seen the only 2 films that I wanted to watch in my previous long haul leg. TV series were severely lacking in choice as was the latest movies.

Related info for your journey

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

Why visit Melbourne from Auckland?

Melbourne is the stylish state capital of Victoria. It tempts in over 2 million travellers a year – and New Zealanders are one the city’s top customers. Why? For starters, there’s a great choice of cheap, direct flights from Auckland to Melbourne. And the journey only lasts around 4 hours.Then there’s Melbourne itself. The city is an intriguing mix of architecture, hipster haunts and elegant Victorian neighbourhoods. Its pop-up restaurants, street art, mind-bending art galleries and achingly cool coffee shops tick all the travel trends boxes.It’s not without old-world charm, either. Some of the stateliest architecture dates back to the 19th century, when the city made a fortune on the back of the Victorian gold rush. The State Library of Victoria and Collins Street are prime examples of its heyday as a boomtown. Best of all? A cheap flight from Auckland to Melbourne will deliver you to this cutting-edge city in around 4 hours.

How long is the flight from Auckland to Melbourne?

Direct Auckland to Melbourne flights last just over 4 hours. Stopovers can add several hours to the journey time.

Which airlines operate flights from Auckland to Melbourne?

Lots of companies fly direct, including Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia, Air New Zealand, Emirates and Jetstar. Other carriers such as China Airlines offer flights from Auckland to Melbourne via Sydney.

How frequent are flights between Auckland and Melbourne?

There are usually at least 10 direct flights a day.

Which airports serve Auckland and Melbourne?

Most flights from Auckland to Melbourne land in Melbourne Tullamarine, but there’s a chance you’ll end up in another local airport called Avalon. All flights start off from Auckland Airport.

Which direct flight route between Auckland and Melbourne is cheapest?

The cheapest route is usually the direct Auckland to Melbourne flight. The best prices often come from budget airlines like Jetstar.

How frequent are flights between Auckland and Melbourne?

There are usually at least 10 direct flights a day.

What airport do you fly from for flights from Auckland to Melbourne?

Located just 17.9 km from the city centre, Auckland Intl is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Melbourne from Auckland. Booking flights from Auckland Intl (AKL) to Melbourne should be relatively easy as there are 45 daily outbound flights to Melbourne from 5 different airlines.

Can I find flights from Auckland to Melbourne for under $600 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Auckland to Melbourne for under $600. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Jetstar for just $531, but on average you can expect to pay $596.

Are there direct flights from Auckland to Melbourne for under $400 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has 20 direct flights from Auckland to Melbourne under $400. A good price for a direct flight from Auckland to Melbourne is less than $578.

Are there last-minute flights available from Auckland to Melbourne for under $700?

There are currently 20+ open flights from Auckland to Melbourne within the next 7 days for less than $700.

What days are direct flights available from Auckland to Melbourne?

Days when direct flights are available for this flight are: Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday.

How many flights depart from Auckland to Melbourne on average per day?

On average, you can expect to see 15 flights from Auckland to Melbourne a day.
Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 100% of flight departures

How long is the flight from Auckland to Melbourne?

There are many flights that can get you from Auckland to Melbourne in 8h. Fly via Jetstar to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 2651 km.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Auckland to Melbourne round-trip?

Jetstar, at $531, was found to be the cheapest airline from Auckland to Melbourne.. You may be able to fly from Auckland to Melbourne for 11% less than the average price by searching for this airline.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Auckland to Melbourne?

What are the most reliable airlines from Auckland to Melbourne?

No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Auckland to Melbourne consider choosing Virgin Atlantic(72%), Thai Airways(67%) or United Airlines(66%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

What are the cheapest flights from Auckland to Melbourne?

The cheapest flight price from Auckland to Melbourne is $144. On average you can expect to pay $935. The most popular route, (Auckland Intl - Melbourne), can usually be booked for $360.

What does AKL to MEL mean?

Auckland Intl Airport is AKL and Melbourne Airport is MEL. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service. Melbourne Avalon Airport (AVV), Melbourne Essendon Airport (MEB), Bendigo Airport (BXG) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Auckland to Melbourne

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Auckland to Melbourne. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 126,853 searches. Data last updated 28 November 2023.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$273Average$528FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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LATAM AirlinesCheapest$335Average$644FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$361Average$843FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$368Average$690FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapest$458Average$773FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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