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Cheap flights from Christchurch to Melbourne from $191

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 6/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — MEL
15 Oct — 22 Oct1
1 adult

The best prices from Christchurch to Melbourne are usually found in May or June, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Christchurch to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Christchurch (CHC) 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 10 October 2024.

Round-trip from

$479

One-way from

$191

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 22/11-27/11
  • Nonstop
  • 7h 10m total
  • Christchurch to Melbourne
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 6/11
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 50m total
  • Christchurch to Melbourne
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High demand for flights, 15% potential price rise
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Best time to find cheap flights, 14% potential price drop
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Cheap Jetstar flights from Christchurch to Melbourne

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Jetstar for the route between Christchurch 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 148,971 searches. Data last updated 10 October 2024.
Find some of the cheapest Jetstar flights travelling from Christchurch to Melbourne. Deals update often to give you more flight options matching your criteria
Fri 22/1116:10CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Wed 27/1119:00MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 10/10$479
Wed 16/1016:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Tue 22/1018:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 10/10$637

Cheap Air New Zealand flights from Christchurch to Melbourne

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Air New Zealand for the route between Christchurch 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 148,971 searches. Data last updated 10 October 2024.
Some of the lowest-priced Air New Zealand flights we've found at this time heading from Christchurch to Melbourne. Make sure to examine the flight information before completing your reservation.
Fri 14/206:00CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 55mAir New Zealand
Fri 28/208:35MEL - CHC
1 stop9h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 10/10$535
Wed 16/1014:00CHC - MEL
2 stops8h 35mAir New Zealand
Tue 22/1008:45MEL - CHC
2 stops8h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 10/10$2,241

Cheap Christchurch to Melbourne flights in October & November 2024

Find cheap flight options from Christchurch to Melbourne specifically for the months of October and November 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 148,971 searches. Prices were last updated on 10 October 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Melbourne in 2024 at this time. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Wed 6/1116:10CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Fri 6/1219:00MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 10/10$489
Fri 8/1116:10CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/1118:55MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/10$517
Fri 8/1116:10CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 50mQantas Airways
Thu 14/1118:55MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 9/10$543
Sun 10/1116:30CHC - MEL
1 stop6h 50mEmirates
Wed 4/1209:10MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 20mEmirates
Deal found 10/10$806
Thu 14/1106:00CHC - AVV
1 stop10h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/1206:00AVV - CHC
1 stop7h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/10$814
Sat 9/1106:20CHC - AVV
1 stop11h 25mQantas Airways
Sat 7/1214:55AVV - CHC
1 stop7h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/10$961
Fri 22/1106:45CHC - MEL
2 stops18h 10mFiji Airways
Wed 27/1123:55MEL - CHC
1 stop11h 10mFiji Airways
Deal found 9/10$1,546
Fri 8/1114:00CHC - MEL
2 stops8h 40mAir New Zealand
Tue 12/1108:35MEL - CHC
2 stops8h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 10/10$1,768

Christchurch to Melbourne 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Christchurch and Melbourne in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 148,971 searches. Data last updated 10 October 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Melbourne in 2024 at this time. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Wed 6/1116:10CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Wed 4/1219:00MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 10/10$489
Fri 8/1116:10CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/1118:55MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/10$517
Fri 8/1116:10CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 50mQantas Airways
Thu 14/1118:55MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 9/10$543
Sun 10/1116:30CHC - MEL
1 stop6h 50mEmirates
Wed 4/1209:10MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 20mEmirates
Deal found 10/10$806
Thu 14/1106:00CHC - AVV
1 stop10h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/1206:00AVV - CHC
1 stop7h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/10$814
Sun 8/1205:45CHC - MEL
1 stop14h 00mAir New Zealand
Wed 11/1218:00MEL - CHC
1 stop19h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 9/10$859
Sat 9/1106:20CHC - AVV
1 stop11h 25mQantas Airways
Sat 7/1214:55AVV - CHC
1 stop7h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/10$961

Direct flights to Melbourne from Christchurch

Discover direct flight options from Christchurch 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 148,971 searches. Data last updated 10 October 2024.
If you're seeking options on non-stop flights from Christchurch to Melbourne, check out these fares. Users seeking other options on flights from Christchurch to Melbourne should update the search form at the top of the page.
Wed 6/1116:10CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Fri 6/1219:00MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 10/10$489
Fri 8/1116:10CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/1118:55MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/10$517
Fri 8/1116:10CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 50mQantas Airways
Thu 14/1118:55MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 9/10$543

Christchurch to Melbourne flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Christchurch 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 148,971 searches. Data last updated 10 October 2024.
Check out these flights departing soon from Christchurch to Melbourne. Users should examine the flight details to ensure there are no surprises.
Wed 16/1016:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Tue 22/1018:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 10/10$637
Wed 16/1016:50CHC - AVV
1 stop8h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 22/1006:00AVV - CHC
1 stop15h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/10$1,171
Wed 16/1009:40CHC - MEL
2 stops15h 00mQantas Airways
Tue 22/1015:45MEL - CHC
1 stop6h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/10$1,282
Wed 16/1020:25CHC - AVV
2 stops19h 45mQantas Airways
Tue 22/1014:55AVV - CHC
1 stop7h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/10$1,331
Wed 16/1014:00CHC - MEL
2 stops8h 35mAir New Zealand
Tue 22/1008:45MEL - CHC
2 stops8h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 10/10$2,241
Wed 16/1016:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mEmirates
Mon 21/1003:25MEL - CHC
3 stops56h 30mEmirates
Deal found 10/10$3,131
Wed 16/1006:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mSingapore Airlines
Mon 21/1000:35MEL - CHC
1 stop31h 55mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 10/10$4,221

One-way flights to Melbourne from Christchurch

Search for one-way flight options from Christchurch 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 148,971 searches. Data last updated 10 October 2024.
Take a look at some of the best available options we've come across on one-way flights from Christchurch to Melbourne. Those needing a return flight from Christchurch to Melbourne can use the search form above.
Wed 6/1116:10CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Deal found 10/10$191
Mon 4/1106:00CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 10/10$224
Tue 26/1106:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/10$281
Tue 5/1106:15CHC - AVV
1 stop27h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/10$294
Fri 29/1106:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 55mEmirates
Deal found 9/10$294
Tue 5/1120:30CHC - MEL
1 stop26h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/10$329
Sat 2/1116:30CHC - AVV
2 stops41h 05mJetstar
Deal found 9/10$395
Thu 28/1106:20CHC - AVV
1 stop11h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 9/10$456

Find flights from Christchurch to Melbourne within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Christchurch 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 148,971 searches. Data last updated 10 October 2024.

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ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Fri 22/11

Nonstop3h 50m

Melbourne

Wed 27/11

Nonstop3h 20m

$479

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Fri 8/11

Nonstop3h 50m

Melbourne

Tue 12/11

Nonstop3h 25m

$517

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Fri 14/2

Nonstop3h 55m

Melbourne

Fri 28/2

1 stop9h 50m

$535

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Fri 8/11

Nonstop3h 50m

Melbourne

Thu 14/11

Nonstop3h 20m

$543

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Sun 10/11

1 stop6h 50m

Melbourne

Wed 4/12

Nonstop3h 20m

$806

ChristchurchMelbourne Avalon

CHC - AVV

CHCAVV

Christchurch

Thu 14/11

1 stop10h 10m

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 10/12

1 stop7h 25m

$814

ChristchurchMelbourne Avalon

CHC - AVV

CHCAVV

Christchurch

Sat 9/11

1 stop11h 25m

Melbourne Avalon

Sat 7/12

1 stop7h 00m

$961

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 10/10

Best time to book a flight from Christchurch to Melbourne

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Melbourne from Christchurch with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Christchurch to Melbourne

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Christchurch to Melbourne including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Christchurch to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 4 October 2024.

The price you pay for your flight from Christchurch to Melbourne may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 73 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Christchurch to Melbourne?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to Melbourne (average of $263). Flying from Christchurch to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of $370). 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 CHC to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Christchurch 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 10 October 2024.

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 24% versus a flight in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Christchurch to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 6 October 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Christchurch to Melbourne flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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Weekly flight availability from Christchurch to Melbourne

Explore weekly flight availability from Christchurch 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 10 October 2024.

The most flights from CHC to ME1 are scheduled on a Tuesday (13 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

Rainfall in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 inches 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

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average temperature totals 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

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 10 October 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Christchurch to Melbourne, see what other customers have to say about Jetstar, 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
3,556 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.3

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,556 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,556 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.3

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Air New Zealand
8.1
Very Good
539 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,556 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.3

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Qantas Airways
7.6
Good
836 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,556 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.3

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Jetstar
6.7
Okay
548 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,556 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.3

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Christchurch 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 Christchurch to Melbourne?

    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 10 outbound flights to Melbourne per day. 4 airlines have flights to Melbourne from Christchurch on a regular basis.

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

    Jetstar, at $479, was found to be the cheapest airline from Christchurch to Melbourne.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways. Jetstar is 15% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Christchurch to Melbourne one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $191 on Jetstar. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air New Zealand from $224 and Qantas Airways from $281 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Christchurch to Melbourne?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Christchurch to Melbourne consider choosing United Airlines(87%), Thai Airways(81%) or Etihad Airways(81%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Christchurch to Melbourne?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $188. While the most popular route (Christchurch - Melbourne) can be booked for $531 on average our data indicates $2,323 when flying from Christchurch to Melbourne.

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

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

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

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Christchurch to Melbourne?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Christchurch 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 Christchurch to Melbourne?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to Melbourne (average of $263). Flying from Christchurch to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of $370). 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 Christchurch to Melbourne

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Christchurch 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 148,971 searches. Data last updated 10 October 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$303Average$666FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time