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Cheap flights from South Island to Melbourne from $155

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 24/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CHC — MEL
1 May — 8 May1
1 adult
Wed 1/5
Wed 8/5

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

Travellers have found it’s best to book a flight 55 days in advance to save up to 32% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 55 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from South Island to Melbourne 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $585, or $585 for flights within the next 24 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from South Island to Melbourne?

May can be a great time to fly to Melbourne from South Island with a flight ticket averaging about $691. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of May for as cheap as $365. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December.

When is the cheapest time to fly from South Island to Melbourne (EDG - MEL)?

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.

Cheap Qantas Airways flights from South Island to Melbourne

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Qantas Airways for the route between South Island 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 120,477 searches. Data last updated 26 April 2024.
Check out some of the cheapest Qantas Airways flights we've come across from South Island to Melbourne. Make sure to double check the flight details before booking.
Thu 30/506:25CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 50mQantas Airways
Mon 3/609:20MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 25/4$716
Thu 23/516:50CHC - AVV
1 stop8h 00mQantas Airways
Sun 26/506:00AVV - CHC
1 stop7h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 24/4$967
Fri 24/516:50CHC - AVV
1 stop8h 00mQantas Airways
Sun 26/506:00AVV - CHC
1 stop7h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 24/4$979
Sun 1/916:50CHC - AVV
1 stop8h 00mQantas Airways
Mon 9/906:00AVV - CHC
1 stop7h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 25/4$990
Fri 14/606:05CHC - AVV
1 stop10h 05mQantas Airways
Mon 17/606:00AVV - CHC
1 stop7h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 25/4$992
Thu 23/514:05ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
Mon 27/518:30MEL - ZQN
1 stop13h 40mQantas Airways
Deal found 23/4$1,204
Thu 23/514:05ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
Mon 27/518:30MEL - ZQN
1 stop13h 40mQantas Airways
Deal found 24/4$1,207

Cheap Jetstar flights from South Island to Melbourne

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Jetstar for the route between South Island 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 120,477 searches. Data last updated 26 April 2024.
To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest Jetstar flights we've found from South Island to Melbourne. If these deals don't fit your criteria, make sure to check back soon as new deals are always added.
Fri 31/516:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Sun 2/618:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$397
Fri 26/716:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Sun 28/718:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$400
Fri 24/516:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Sun 26/518:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 24/4$419
Sun 26/516:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Sun 2/618:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$420
Fri 16/816:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Sun 18/818:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$427
Fri 31/516:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Tue 4/618:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$464
Fri 14/616:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Tue 18/618:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$486
Sat 22/613:50CHC - MEL
1 stop10h 55mJetstar
Tue 25/618:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$501
Fri 26/716:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Sun 28/723:55MEL - CHC
1 stop8h 55mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$503

Cheap South Island to Melbourne flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from South Island to Melbourne specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 120,477 searches. Prices were last updated on 26 April 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights travelling from South Island to Melbourne in April and May 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Fri 31/516:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Sun 2/618:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$397
Fri 24/516:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Sun 26/518:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 24/4$419
Sun 26/516:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Sun 2/618:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$420
Sun 26/520:40ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Sun 2/606:20MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$424
Fri 31/516:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Tue 4/618:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$464
Fri 24/516:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Sun 26/523:55MEL - CHC
1 stop8h 55mJetstar
Deal found 24/4$508
Thu 23/508:35CHC - MEL
1 stop16h 10mJetstar
Sun 26/518:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 24/4$528
Sun 26/520:40ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/608:45MEL - ZQN
1 stop8h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4$536
Fri 31/516:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Sun 2/623:55MEL - CHC
1 stop8h 55mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$543

South Island to Melbourne 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between South Island and Melbourne in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 120,477 searches. Data last updated 26 April 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights travelling from South Island to Melbourne in April and May 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Fri 31/516:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Sun 2/618:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$397
Fri 26/716:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Sun 28/718:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$400
Fri 24/516:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Sun 26/518:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 24/4$419
Sun 26/516:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Sun 2/618:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$420
Sun 26/520:40ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Sun 2/606:20MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$424
Fri 16/816:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Sun 18/818:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$427
Fri 31/516:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Tue 4/618:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$464
Fri 14/616:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Tue 18/618:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$486
Sat 22/613:50CHC - MEL
1 stop10h 55mJetstar
Tue 25/618:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$501

Direct flights to Melbourne from South Island

Discover direct flight options from South Island 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 120,477 searches. Data last updated 26 April 2024.
To help reduce your travel time, choose from one of these non-stop flights from South Island to Melbourne. Search for alternative flights from South Island to Melbourne by utilizing the search form above.
Fri 31/516:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Sun 2/618:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$397
Fri 26/716:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Sun 28/718:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$400
Fri 24/516:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Sun 26/518:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 24/4$419
Sun 26/516:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Sun 2/618:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$420
Sun 26/520:40ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Sun 2/606:20MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$424
Fri 16/816:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Sun 18/818:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$427
Fri 31/516:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Tue 4/618:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$464
Fri 14/616:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Tue 18/618:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$486
Sat 8/606:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/618:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$526

One-way flights to Melbourne from South Island

Search for one-way flight options from South Island 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 120,477 searches. Data last updated 26 April 2024.
Take a look at some of the best available options we've come across on one-way flights from South Island to Melbourne. For those needing a return trip from South Island, there is a search form available above.
Fri 24/520:40ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$155
Wed 22/520:40ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$168
Fri 7/620:40ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 24/4$172
Wed 15/516:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$177
Sat 4/520:40ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$178
Wed 12/620:40ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$187
Mon 15/720:40ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$200
Tue 21/516:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$203
Sun 9/620:40ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$210

Find flights from South Island to Melbourne within your budget

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 120,477 searches. Data last updated 26 April 2024.

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ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Fri 31/5

Nonstop3h 45m

Melbourne

Sun 2/6

Nonstop3h 15m

$397

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Fri 26/7

Nonstop3h 45m

Melbourne

Sun 28/7

Nonstop3h 15m

$400

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Fri 24/5

Nonstop3h 45m

Melbourne

Sun 26/5

Nonstop3h 15m

$419

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Sun 26/5

Nonstop3h 45m

Melbourne

Sun 2/6

Nonstop3h 15m

$420

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Fri 16/8

Nonstop3h 45m

Melbourne

Sun 18/8

Nonstop3h 15m

$427

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Sat 8/6

Nonstop4h 00m

Melbourne

Sun 9/6

Nonstop3h 15m

$526

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Thu 13/6

Nonstop4h 00m

Melbourne

Tue 18/6

Nonstop3h 15m

$536

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Sun 1/9

1 stop25h 30m

Melbourne

Mon 9/9

1 stop17h 30m

$604

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Thu 30/5

Nonstop3h 50m

Melbourne

Mon 3/6

Nonstop3h 30m

$716

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Deals found on 25/4

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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 26 April 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Qantas Airways, Jetstar and Air New Zealand from South Island to Melbourne. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.3
Very Good
647 reviews

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.8

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

8.3
Very Good
647 reviews
8.3
Very Good
647 reviews

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.8

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

8.1
Very Good
4,066 reviews
8.3
Very Good
647 reviews

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.8

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

8.0
Very Good
248 reviews
8.3
Very Good
647 reviews

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.8

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

7.8
Good
676 reviews
8.3
Very Good
647 reviews

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.8

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

7.7
Good
1,003 reviews
8.3
Very Good
647 reviews

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.8

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

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.
  • Can I find flights from South Island to Melbourne for under $400 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from South Island to Melbourne for under $400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Jetstar for just $397, but on average you can expect to pay $491.

  • Are there direct flights from South Island to Melbourne for under $400 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has 20 direct flights from South Island to Melbourne under $400. A good price for a direct flight from South Island to Melbourne is less than $511.

  • 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 little as $155. Users have also found prices from $264 and $303 on Air New Zealand and Emirates, respectively.

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

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from South Island to Melbourne?

  • 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 United Airlines (100%), Jetstar (88%) and Air New Zealand (88%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from South Island to Melbourne is $168. On average you can expect to pay $1,021. The most popular route, (Christchurch - Melbourne), can usually be booked for $393.

  • What does CHC to MEL mean?

    CHC stands for Christchurch Airport, while MEL stands for Melbourne Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry. Melbourne Avalon Airport (AVV), Melbourne Essendon Airport (MEB), Melbourne Moorabbin Airport (MBW), Bendigo Airport (BXG) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Island to Melbourne that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your South Island to Melbourne flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from South Island to Melbourne with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter South Island to Melbourne flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Island to Melbourne that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from South Island to Melbourne offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from South Island to Melbourne?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on South Island to Melbourne flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the South Island to Melbourne flight deals updated?

    The South Island to Melbourne flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 26/4.

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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 120,477 searches. Data last updated 26 April 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$216Average$627FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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JetstarCheapest$277Average$607FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$288Average$976FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest$333Average$734FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$368Average$855FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Hourly flight availability from South Island to Melbourne

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 26 April 2024.
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42%of flight departuresAfternoonNoon to 6 pm
13%of flight departuresEvening6 pm to midnight
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