Q: Can I fly back to Christchurch from Melbourne?

Returning to Christchurch from Melbourne COVID-19 testing requirements Visitors from Melbourne are not required to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test or antigen result upon entering Christchurch. Quarantine requirements Visitors from Melbourne are not required to quarantine after entering Christchurch.

Question 1

What days are direct flights available from Christchurch to Melbourne?

Accepted Answer

Days when direct flights are available for this flight are: Thursday. Find deals

Question 2

How popular is this Christchurch to Melbourne flight route?

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This flight path from Christchurch to Melbourne was viewed by 5,467 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season. Find deals

Question 3

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

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On average, you can expect to see 1 flight from Christchurch to Melbourne a day.
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Question 4

How long is the flight from Christchurch to Melbourne?

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A quick flight from Christchurch to Melbourne can take about 3h 45m. Jetstar provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $355. There are 2427 km between Christchurch and Melbourne. All flights are typically direct. Find deals

Question 5

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

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Jetstar, at $355, was found to be the cheapest airline from Christchurch to Melbourne.. Jetstar is 50% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

Question 6

Can I fly to Melbourne from Christchurch right now?

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Information is based on travel restrictions from Christchurch to Melbourne

Most visitors from Christchurch need to provide a negative COVID-19 test result and/or quarantine to enter Melbourne.

COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from Christchurch are not required to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test or antigen result upon entering Melbourne.

Quarantine requirements
Visitors from Christchurch are not required to quarantine after entering Melbourne.

Documents
Travel Authorization Form - Travelers who are not in an exempt category may request an individual exemption to Australia's travel restrictions using this form.

Digital Passenger Declaration - You can start a DPD seven days before your flight to Australia, but you can only submit a DPD within 72 hours before your departure.

Question 7

Can I fly back to Christchurch from Melbourne?

Accepted Answer

Returning to Christchurch from Melbourne

COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from Melbourne are not required to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test or antigen result upon entering Christchurch.

Quarantine requirements
Visitors from Melbourne are not required to quarantine after entering Christchurch.

Question 8

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

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Emirates, Jetstar and Air New Zealand are the most popular airlines when flying from Christchurch to Melbourne.

Question 9

What are the cheapest flights from Christchurch to Melbourne?

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Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $235. While the most popular route (Christchurch - Melbourne) can be booked for $299 on average our data indicates $588 when flying from Christchurch to Melbourne.

Question 10

What are the most reliable airlines from Christchurch to Melbourne?

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No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Christchurch to Melbourne consider choosing United Airlines(82%), Etihad Airways(60%) or Turkish Airlines(41%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

Question 11

Can I find flights from Christchurch to Melbourne for under $400 on Cheapflights?

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Yes, there are multiple flights from Christchurch to Melbourne for under $400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Jetstar for just $355, but on average you can expect to pay $500.

Question 12

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

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Cheapflights has 20 direct flights from Christchurch to Melbourne under $400. A good price for a direct flight from Christchurch to Melbourne is less than $505.

Question 13

Are there last-minute flights available from Christchurch to Melbourne for under $800?

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There are currently 20+ open flights from Christchurch to Melbourne within the next 7 days for less than $800.

Question 14

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

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For a flight from Christchurch to Melbourne, you will be flying from Christchurch. Christchurch (CHC) is just 9.5 km from the centre of the city. Christchurch is the only Christchurch airport and it handles 3 outbound flights to Melbourne per day. 4 airlines have flights to Melbourne from Christchurch on a regular basis.

Question 15

Which airlines flying from Christchurch to Melbourne have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?

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Due to the rapidly changing circumstances due to COVID-19, airlines like Air New Zealand, Jetstar, and Qantas Airways flying from Christchurch to Melbourne have implemented new flexible cancellation policies.

Question 16

What is the cheapest day to fly return from Christchurch to Melbourne?

Accepted Answer

Leaving on a Wednesday is a viable option for saving on travel. Heavily demanded days of the week can typically drive up the prices you see. Booking your travel for a less competitive day can save up to 13% on the overall cost on flights from Christchurch to Melbourne.

Question 17

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

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To save on the cost of your flight from Christchurch to Melbourne, book at least 61 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 98% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $1,075 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $1,481.

Question 18

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

Accepted Answer

July is one of the best times of the year to fly to Melbourne from Christchurch. Prices for July average $725 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $401. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of April. Opting for a July flight can save you 54% on your journey compared to booking in April

Question 19

When is the cheapest time to fly from Christchurch to Melbourne (CHC - MEL)?

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When flying from Christchurch to Melbourne, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 22% versus a flight at midday.

Popular in	April	High demand for flights, 35% potential price rise
Cheapest in	July	Best time to find cheap flights, 24% potential price drop
Round-trip from	$548	From Christchurch to Melbourne
One-way from	$260	One-way flight from Christchurch to Melbourne

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time	COVID-19 safety
Jetstar	Cheapest$287	Average$428	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	COVID-19 safety	Search Jetstar flights
Emirates	Cheapest$329	Average$712	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	COVID-19 safety	Search Emirates flights
Air New Zealand	Cheapest$569	Average$706	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%	COVID-19 safety	Search Air New Zealand flights
Qantas Airways	Cheapest$595	Average$748	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	COVID-19 safety	Search Qantas Airways flights

1%of flight departures	Early morningMidnight to 6 am
29%of flight departures	Morning6 am to noon
70%of flight departures	AfternoonNoon to 6 pm
0%of flight departures	Evening6 pm to midnight

Sunday	3daily flights
Monday	3daily flights
Tuesday	0daily flights
Wednesday	3daily flights
Thursday	5daily flights
Friday	7daily flights
Saturday	0daily flights

Cheap flights from Christchurch to Melbourne

The best prices from Christchurch to Melbourne are usually found in July or August, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

How to find the cheapest flight from Christchurch to Melbourne

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