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Cheap flights from Dunedin to Melbourne from $320

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 9/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DUD — MEL
23 Dec — 30 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Best flights from Dunedin to Melbourne
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Dunedin to Melbourne that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 23 November 2025.

Fri 1/519:05DUD - MEL
1 stop15h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/511:05MEL - DUD
1 stop7h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/11$826
Fri 1/511:20DUD - MEL
2 stops11h 15mAir New Zealand
Tue 12/518:55MEL - DUD
2 stops13h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 21/11$835
Tue 6/108:10DUD - MEL
1 stop25h 45mAir New Zealand
Tue 13/116:50MEL - DUD
2 stops15h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 22/11$1,177
Mon 5/111:50DUD - MEL
1 stop12h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/120:20MEL - DUD
2 stops17h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11$1,277
Wed 7/116:50DUD - MEL
1 stop17h 05mAir New Zealand
Thu 5/218:50MEL - DUD
1 stop11h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 22/11$1,186
Sun 4/108:10DUD - MEL
1 stop25h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/120:35MEL - DUD
2 stops36h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11$1,300
Mon 5/108:10DUD - MEL
1 stop25h 45mAir New Zealand
Mon 12/118:55MEL - DUD
1 stop19h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 20/11$1,191

Cheap flight deals from Dunedin to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dunedin (DUD) 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 23 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$775

One-way from

$320

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$872
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 1/5-12/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 24h 25m total
  • Dunedin to Melbourne
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 9/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 50m total
  • Dunedin to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($206 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($37 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Dunedin

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Melbourne

Route

Departure

Return

Price

DunedinMelbourne

DUD - MEL

DUDMEL

Dunedin

Fri 1/5

19:05-08:10

1 stop15h 05m

Melbourne

Tue 12/5

11:05-20:40

1 stop7h 35m

$826

DunedinMelbourne

DUD - MEL

DUDMEL

Dunedin

Fri 1/5

11:20-20:35

2 stops11h 15m

Melbourne

Tue 12/5

18:55-10:20

2 stops13h 25m

$835

DunedinMelbourne

DUD - MEL

DUDMEL

Dunedin

Tue 6/1

08:10-07:55

1 stop25h 45m

Melbourne

Tue 13/1

16:50-10:10

2 stops15h 20m

$1,177

DunedinMelbourne

DUD - MEL

DUDMEL

Dunedin

Wed 7/1

16:50-07:55

1 stop17h 05m

Melbourne

Thu 5/2

18:50-08:45

1 stop11h 55m

$1,186

DunedinMelbourne

DUD - MEL

DUDMEL

Dunedin

Mon 5/1

08:10-07:55

1 stop25h 45m

Melbourne

Mon 12/1

18:55-16:20

1 stop19h 25m

$1,191

DunedinMelbourne

DUD - MEL

DUDMEL

Dunedin

Mon 5/1

11:50-22:45

1 stop12h 55m

Melbourne

Mon 12/1

20:20-15:45

2 stops17h 25m

$1,277

DunedinMelbourne

DUD - MEL

DUDMEL

Dunedin

Sun 4/1

08:10-07:55

1 stop25h 45m

Melbourne

Sun 11/1

20:35-11:15

2 stops36h 40m

$1,300

DunedinMelbourne

DUD - MEL

DUDMEL

Dunedin

Fri 1/5

19:05-08:10

1 stop15h 05m

$345

DunedinMelbourne

DUD - MEL

DUDMEL

Dunedin

Fri 1/5

11:20-20:35

2 stops11h 15m

$374

DunedinMelbourne

DUD - MEL

DUDMEL

Dunedin

Sat 28/2

16:50-07:55

1 stop17h 05m

$404

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Best time to book a flight from Dunedin to Melbourne

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Dunedin to Melbourne

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Dunedin to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 21 November 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Dunedin to Melbourne may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 54 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dunedin to Melbourne (average of $506). Flying from Dunedin to Melbourne in January is currently the most expensive (average of $832). 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 DUD to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Dunedin 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 23 November 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Dunedin to Melbourne in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 32% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

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 23 November 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, andJetstar from Dunedin to Melbourne by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
534 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - WRE

The seat I sat in the Auckland Airport at A waiting to board gate 42. Not far from the check in desk was dripping rain on me. When I looked up you could see on the beam discoloured drips. I forgot to say something to someone before boarding.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
534 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
534 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - WRE

The seat I sat in the Auckland Airport at A waiting to board gate 42. Not far from the check in desk was dripping rain on me. When I looked up you could see on the beam discoloured drips. I forgot to say something to someone before boarding.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
943 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
534 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - WRE

The seat I sat in the Auckland Airport at A waiting to board gate 42. Not far from the check in desk was dripping rain on me. When I looked up you could see on the beam discoloured drips. I forgot to say something to someone before boarding.
Jetstar
6.6
Okay
485 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
534 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - WRE

The seat I sat in the Auckland Airport at A waiting to board gate 42. Not far from the check in desk was dripping rain on me. When I looked up you could see on the beam discoloured drips. I forgot to say something to someone before boarding.

Related info for your journey

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

    Dunedin (DUD), located 24.0 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Dunedin to Melbourne. 3 airlines have flights from Dunedin to Melbourne on a regular basis. Booking flights from Dunedin to Melbourne should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Melbourne per day.

  • How long is the flight from Dunedin to Melbourne?

    A quick flight from Dunedin to Melbourne can take about 11h 15m. Air New Zealand provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $835. There are 2280 km between Dunedin and Melbourne.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Dunedin to Melbourne is Jetstar. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $608 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways, starting at $681 and $727 round-trip. Jetstar is priced at 30% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Qantas Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $345. Air New Zealand flights start at $374 while deals on Jetstar start at $406 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dunedin to Melbourne (average of $506). Flying from Dunedin to Melbourne in January is currently the most expensive (average of $832). 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 3 airlines flying from Dunedin to Melbourne

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Dunedin 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 134,765 searches. Data last updated 23 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$608Average$792FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$681Average$873FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$727Average$969FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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