Q: Can I fly back to Wellington from Melbourne?

Returning to Wellington from Melbourne COVID-19 testing requirements Visitors from Melbourne are not required to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test or antigen result upon entering Wellington. Quarantine requirements Visitors from Melbourne are not required to quarantine after entering Wellington.

Question 1

How popular is this Wellington to Melbourne flight route?

Accepted Answer

Within the past month, 6,378 users have taken a look at flights from Wellington to Melbourne. Find deals

Question 2

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

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Cheapflights users have booked flights from Wellington to Melbourne round-trip from $654. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Qantas Airways. Users have found that Jetstar is 21% cheaper than the other options available to this destination. Find deals

Question 3

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

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For one-way options, check prices for Jetstar. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $263. Users have also found prices from $293 and $307 on Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways, respectively. Find deals

Question 4

Can I fly to Melbourne from Wellington right now?

Accepted Answer

Information is based on travel restrictions from Wellington to Melbourne

Most visitors from Wellington can enter Melbourne without restrictions.

COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from Wellington are not required to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test or antigen result upon entering Melbourne.

Quarantine requirements
Visitors from Wellington are not required to quarantine after entering Melbourne.

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Question 5

Can I fly back to Wellington from Melbourne?

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Returning to Wellington from Melbourne

COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from Melbourne are not required to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test or antigen result upon entering Wellington.

Quarantine requirements
Visitors from Melbourne are not required to quarantine after entering Wellington.

Question 6

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Wellington to Melbourne?

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The most popular airlines flying from Wellington to Melbourne are Emirates, Jetstar and Air New Zealand. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

Question 7

What are the cheapest flights from Wellington to Melbourne?

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Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $221. While the most popular route (Wellington - Melbourne) can be booked for $672 on average our data indicates $873 when flying from Wellington to Melbourne.

Question 8

What are the most reliable airlines from Wellington to Melbourne?

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Before booking your flight to Melbourne from Wellington, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Etihad Airways (88%), Turkish Airlines (88%), Air New Zealand( 88%).

Question 9

Can I find flights from Wellington to Melbourne for under $700 on Cheapflights?

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Yes, there are multiple flights from Wellington to Melbourne for under $700. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Jetstar for just $654, but on average you can expect to pay $683.

Question 10

Are there direct flights from Wellington to Melbourne for under $800 on Cheapflights?

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Cheapflights has 20 direct flights from Wellington to Melbourne under $800. A good price for a direct flight from Wellington to Melbourne is less than $781.

Question 11

Are there last-minute flights available from Wellington to Melbourne for under $800?

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There are currently 20+ open flights from Wellington to Melbourne within the next 7 days for less than $800.

Question 12

What airport do you fly from for flights from Wellington to Melbourne?

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Wellington (WLG) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Wellington to Melbourne. You should not have trouble finding flights to Melbourne from Wellington; the airport handles an average of 6 outbound flights to Melbourne per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 6 airlines have flights from the Wellington airport to Melbourne. It is only a 5.3 km journey to Wellington (WLG) from Wellington’s city centre.

Question 13

Which airlines flying from Wellington to Melbourne have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?

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Singapore Airlines, Air New Zealand, and Qantas Airways are some of the carriers that may have flexible cancellation policies. You can use our site to filter for other airlines that may also have this kind of flexibility.

Question 14

What is the cheapest day to fly return from Wellington to Melbourne?

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Departing on a Friday is a good option for securing a great price. You can expect to save up to 20% when planning your travel around this day of the week.

Question 15

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

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When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 61 days in advance, which can save you up to 92% on flights from Wellington to Melbourne compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 61 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $1,149. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $1,574.

Question 16

What is the cheapest month to fly from Wellington to Melbourne?

Accepted Answer

Flights from Wellington to Melbourne lean towards being more expensive in April. Prices are generally better when you fly from Wellington to Melbourne in August, with the cheapest ticket starting at $570.

Question 17

When is the cheapest time to fly from Wellington to Melbourne (WLG - MEL)?

Accepted Answer

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Wellington to Melbourne is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight at midday could potentially save you up to 21% on airfare.

Popular in	April	High demand for flights, 31% potential price rise
Cheapest in	August	Best time to find cheap flights, 17% potential price drop
Round-trip from	$694	From Wellington to Melbourne
One-way from	$314	One-way flight from Wellington to Melbourne

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time	COVID-19 safety
Singapore Airlines	Cheapest$221	Average$472	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time81%	COVID-19 safety	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Virgin Australia	Cheapest$319	Average$521	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time80%	COVID-19 safety	Search Virgin Australia flights
Jetstar	Cheapest$495	Average$620	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	COVID-19 safety	Search Jetstar flights
Air New Zealand	Cheapest$593	Average$798	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%	COVID-19 safety	Search Air New Zealand flights
Qantas Airways	Cheapest$630	Average$772	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	COVID-19 safety	Search Qantas Airways flights
Emirates	Cheapest$720	Average$782	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	COVID-19 safety	Search Emirates flights

59%of flight departures	Early morningMidnight to 6 am
0%of flight departures	Morning6 am to noon
41%of flight departures	AfternoonNoon to 6 pm
0%of flight departures	Evening6 pm to midnight

Sunday	11daily flights
Monday	11daily flights
Tuesday	0daily flights
Wednesday	11daily flights
Thursday	0daily flights
Friday	11daily flights
Saturday	4daily flights

Cheap flights from Wellington to Melbourne

The best prices from Wellington to Melbourne are usually found in August or September, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Friday

How to find the cheapest flight from Wellington (WLG) to Melbourne

All the information you need to plan the best WLG to ME1 flight in 2022: compare Wellington to Melbourne flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Melbourne.

What is the cheapest day to fly return from Wellington to Melbourne?

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

What is the cheapest month to fly from Wellington to Melbourne?

When is the cheapest time to fly from Wellington to Melbourne (WLG - MEL)?