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Cheap flights from South Island to Melbourne from $211
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 6/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — MEL
23 Jul — 30 Jul1
Return
1 adult
Economy
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 18 July 2025.
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Cheapest flights from South Island to MelbourneExplore 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 18 July 2025.
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 18 July 2025.
Wed 13/808:20CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Fri 15/811:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 18/7$484
Fri 22/812:10ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Sun 31/814:50MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Deal found 17/7$550
Sat 27/916:10ZQN - MEL
1 stop16h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/1014:10MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/7$613
Mon 22/909:15CHC - MEL
1 stop13h 20mAir New Zealand
Sat 4/1017:25MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/7$614
Tue 5/811:50DUD - MEL
1 stop12h 55mJetstar
Sat 9/823:55MEL - DUD
1 stop9h 20mJetstar
Deal found 17/7$624
Thu 14/806:10CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 19/823:55MEL - CHC
1 stop14h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/7$631
Fri 1/806:20CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 50mQantas Airways
Mon 4/818:40MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 18/7$651
Sat 27/916:10ZQN - MEL
1 stop16h 55mAir New Zealand
Wed 1/1017:55MEL - ZQN
1 stop17h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/7$656
Thu 11/918:00ZQN - MEL
Nonstop3h 35mVirgin Australia
Thu 25/906:00MEL - ZQN
1 stop7h 40mVirgin Australia
Deal found 17/7$702
Thu 21/807:05ZQN - AVV
1 stop17h 45mQantas Airways
Wed 27/806:00AVV - ZQN
1 stop6h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/7$736
Wed 27/815:25ZQN - MEL
1 stop8h 10mQantas Airways
Sun 31/814:50MEL - ZQN
Nonstop3h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/7$818
Thu 14/806:45NSN - MEL
1 stop18h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 17/823:55MEL - NSN
2 stops13h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/7$825
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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 18 July 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Island to Melbourne that are best for you.
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Route
Departure
Return
Price
ChristchurchMelbourne
CHC - MEL
CHCMEL
Christchurch
Wed 13/8
08:20-10:05
Nonstop3h 45m
Melbourne
Fri 15/8
11:05-16:20
Nonstop3h 15m
$484
QueenstownMelbourne
ZQN - MEL
ZQNMEL
Queenstown Intl
Fri 22/8
12:10-13:35
Nonstop3h 25m
Melbourne
Sun 31/8
14:50-20:00
Nonstop3h 10m
$550
QueenstownMelbourne
ZQN - MEL
ZQNMEL
Queenstown Intl
Thu 21/8
18:00-19:35
Nonstop3h 35m
Melbourne
Sun 24/8
14:50-20:00
Nonstop3h 10m
$591
ChristchurchMelbourne
CHC - MEL
CHCMEL
Christchurch
Mon 22/9
09:15-20:35
1 stop13h 20m
Melbourne
Sat 4/10
17:25-23:50
Nonstop3h 25m
$614
DunedinMelbourne
DUD - MEL
DUDMEL
Dunedin
Tue 5/8
11:50-22:45
1 stop12h 55m
Melbourne
Sat 9/8
23:55-11:15
1 stop9h 20m
$624
ChristchurchMelbourne
CHC - MEL
CHCMEL
Christchurch
Thu 14/8
06:10-08:05
Nonstop3h 55m
Melbourne
Tue 19/8
23:55-15:55
1 stop14h 00m
$631
ChristchurchMelbourne
CHC - MEL
CHCMEL
Christchurch
Fri 1/8
06:20-08:10
Nonstop3h 50m
Melbourne
Mon 4/8
18:40-00:10
Nonstop3h 30m
$651
QueenstownMelbourne
ZQN - MEL
ZQNMEL
Queenstown Intl
Mon 15/12
07:00-15:35
1 stop10h 35m
Melbourne
Mon 15/12
18:55-12:20
1 stop15h 25m
$653
QueenstownMelbourne
ZQN - MEL
ZQNMEL
Queenstown Intl
Wed 29/10
14:00-15:35
Nonstop3h 35m
Melbourne
Sun 2/11
05:00-13:15
1 stop6h 15m
$694
QueenstownMelbourne
ZQN - AVV
ZQNAVV
Queenstown Intl
Thu 21/8
07:05-22:50
1 stop17h 45m
Melbourne Avalon
Wed 27/8
06:00-14:30
1 stop6h 30m
$736
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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 18 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 18 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 18 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.
Crew
8.3
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
8.2
Food
7.8
Overall
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreAnonymous,Jun 2025
KTM - DXB
Crew
8.3
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
8.2
Food
7.8
Overall
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreAnonymous,Jun 2025
KTM - DXB
Crew
8.3
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
8.2
Food
7.8
Overall
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreAnonymous,Jun 2025
KTM - DXB
Crew
8.3
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
8.2
Food
7.8
Overall
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreAnonymous,Jun 2025
KTM - DXB
Crew
8.3
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
8.2
Food
7.8
Overall
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreAnonymous,Jun 2025
KTM - DXB
Crew
8.3
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
8.2
Food
7.8
Overall
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreAnonymous,Jun 2025
KTM - DXB
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