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Cheap flights from South Island to Melbourne from $194

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 2/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — MEL
9 Jul — 16 Jul1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from South Island to Melbourne

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Island to Melbourne flight deals. Data was last updated 4 July 2025.

Round-trip from

$501

One-way from

$194

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$883
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 8/8-15/8
  • Nonstop
  • 7h 00m total
  • South Island to Melbourne
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 2/8
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 45m total
  • South Island to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($94 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($41 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
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Cheapest flights from South Island to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Island to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 4 July 2025.

Fri 8/808:20CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Fri 15/811:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 2/7$501
Wed 20/812:10ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Sun 24/814:50MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Deal found 3/7$520
Fri 29/818:00ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 35mVirgin Australia
Wed 3/911:35MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 1/7$548
Thu 21/818:00ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 27/814:50MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7$553
Sun 3/808:00CHC - MEL
2 stops14h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/811:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7$588
Sun 23/1106:00CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 55mAir New Zealand
Sat 29/1109:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 3/7$603
Wed 24/916:45ZQN - MEL
1 stop17h 20mAir New Zealand
Wed 1/1017:25MEL - ZQN
1 stop15h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/7$651
Wed 13/806:20CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 50mQantas Airways
Mon 25/818:40MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/7$689
Thu 31/711:50DUD - MEL
1 stop12h 55mJetstar
Wed 6/823:55MEL - DUD
1 stop9h 20mJetstar
Deal found 3/7$700
Thu 4/915:25NSN - MEL
1 stop9h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/923:55MEL - NSN
1 stop8h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7$751
Thu 21/815:25ZQN - AVV
1 stop9h 25mQantas Airways
Wed 27/820:55AVV - ZQN
1 stop22h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/7$829
Sun 17/815:10DUD - MEL
1 stop7h 25mAir New Zealand
Sun 24/818:55MEL - DUD
2 stops12h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 2/7$833

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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Island 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 134,765 searches. Data last updated 4 July 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Island to Melbourne that are best for you.

Fly from

South Island

Fly to

Melbourne

Route

Departure

Return

Price

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Fri 8/8

08:20-10:05

Nonstop3h 45m

Melbourne

Fri 15/8

11:05-16:20

Nonstop3h 15m

$501

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Wed 20/8

12:10-13:35

Nonstop3h 25m

Melbourne

Sun 24/8

14:50-20:00

Nonstop3h 10m

$520

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Thu 21/8

18:00-19:35

Nonstop3h 35m

Melbourne

Wed 27/8

14:50-20:00

Nonstop3h 10m

$553

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Sun 3/8

08:00-20:35

2 stops14h 35m

Melbourne

Tue 12/8

11:05-16:20

Nonstop3h 15m

$588

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Sun 23/11

06:00-07:55

Nonstop3h 55m

Melbourne

Sat 29/11

09:05-14:30

Nonstop3h 25m

$603

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Wed 24/9

16:45-08:05

1 stop17h 20m

Melbourne

Wed 1/10

17:25-12:20

1 stop15h 55m

$651

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Wed 13/8

06:20-08:10

Nonstop3h 50m

Melbourne

Wed 27/8

18:40-00:10

Nonstop3h 30m

$689

DunedinMelbourne

DUD - MEL

DUDMEL

Dunedin

Thu 31/7

11:50-22:45

1 stop12h 55m

Melbourne

Wed 6/8

23:55-11:15

1 stop9h 20m

$700

QueenstownMelbourne

ZQN - MEL

ZQNMEL

Queenstown Intl

Tue 23/12

12:30-19:05

1 stop8h 35m

Melbourne

Mon 5/1

13:50-19:00

Nonstop3h 10m

$715

NelsonMelbourne

NSN - MEL

NSNMEL

Nelson

Thu 4/9

15:25-22:45

1 stop9h 20m

Melbourne

Mon 8/9

23:55-10:05

1 stop8h 10m

$751

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Best time to book a flight from South Island to Melbourne

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Island to Melbourne

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Island to Melbourne (average of $263). Flying from South Island to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of $406). 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 EDG to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from South Island 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 4 July 2025.

When flying from South Island 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.

Weekly flight availability from South Island to Melbourne

Explore weekly flight availability from South Island 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 4 July 2025.

The most flights from zzEDG to ME1 are scheduled on a Wednesday (16 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

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 4 July 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways from South Island to Melbourne have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,284 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,284 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,284 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
487 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,284 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
868 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,284 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
408 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,284 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
456 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,284 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Jetstar. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $194. Users have also found prices from $257 and $318 on Air New Zealand and Emirates, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from South Island to Melbourne?

    The most popular route from South Island to Melbourne is Christchurch - Melbourne. You may also consider Queenstown Intl - Melbourne or Christchurch - Melbourne Avalon.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from South Island to Melbourne?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from South Island to Melbourne are Jetstar (89%), Qantas Airways (83%) and Finnair (82%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from South Island to Melbourne?

    The cheapest flight price from South Island to Melbourne is $209. On average you can expect to pay $2,539. The most popular route, (Christchurch - Melbourne), can usually be booked for $506.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from South Island to Melbourne?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Island 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 South Island to Melbourne?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Island to Melbourne (average of $263). Flying from South Island to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of $406). 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 5 airlines flying from South Island to Melbourne

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from South Island 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 4 July 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$246Average$594FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$282Average$737FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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JetstarCheapest$285Average$595FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest$318Average$559FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$432Average$780FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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