Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Wellington from $378
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 16/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — WLG
13 Dec — 20 Dec1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Wellington
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Wellington. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 13 November 2025.
Fri 28/1118:50MEL - WLG
1 stop10h 15mAir New Zealand
Sun 7/1208:15WLG - MEL
1 stop25h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 12/11$618
Thu 4/1221:10MEL - WLG
1 stop15h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/1215:35WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11$629
Thu 4/1221:10MEL - WLG
1 stop15h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/1215:55WLG - MEL
1 stop7h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11$636
Thu 4/1221:10MEL - WLG
1 stop15h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/1211:55WLG - MEL
1 stop7h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11$652
Wed 3/1206:00MEL - WLG
1 stop6h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 14/1220:05WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11$678
Thu 4/1221:10MEL - WLG
1 stop15h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 15/1213:10WLG - MEL
1 stop6h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11$682
Wed 3/1206:00MEL - WLG
1 stop6h 50mJetstar
Wed 10/1215:55WLG - MEL
1 stop7h 20mJetstar
Deal found 11/11$686
Wed 3/1206:00MEL - WLG
1 stop6h 50mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/1211:55WLG - MEL
1 stop7h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11$703
Fri 5/1206:10MEL - WLG
1 stop6h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/1215:35WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11$709
Fri 5/1206:10MEL - WLG
1 stop6h 40mJetstar
Wed 10/1215:55WLG - MEL
1 stop7h 20mJetstar
Deal found 11/11$716
Best flights from Melbourne to Wellington
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Melbourne to Wellington that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 13 November 2025.
Tue 12/509:10MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 40mAir New Zealand
Tue 19/511:25WLG - MEL
1 stop22h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 12/11$604
Tue 12/520:15MEL - WLG
1 stop15h 45mJetstar
Tue 19/519:40WLG - MEL
1 stop16h 25mJetstar
Deal found 12/11$611
Tue 12/520:15MEL - WLG
1 stop15h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 14/511:25WLG - MEL
1 stop8h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11$716
Tue 12/520:15MEL - WLG
1 stop15h 45mJetstar
Thu 14/519:40WLG - MEL
1 stop16h 25mJetstar
Deal found 12/11$648
Tue 12/509:10MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 40mAir New Zealand
Thu 14/506:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 12/11$663
Mon 2/209:10MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/215:35WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11$731
Thu 12/320:35MEL - WLG
1 stop16h 15mJetstar
Sat 14/314:10WLG - MEL
1 stop10h 40mJetstar
Deal found 11/11$693
Thu 12/209:10MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 35mAir New Zealand
Thu 19/206:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 12/11$721
Mon 2/223:55MEL - WLG
1 stop11h 40mJetstar
Tue 10/214:10WLG - MEL
1 stop10h 40mJetstar
Deal found 12/11$728
Thu 11/1223:55MEL - WLG
1 stop6h 40mJetstar
Thu 18/1220:10WLG - MEL
1 stop15h 10mJetstar
Deal found 13/11$838
Direct flights from Melbourne to Wellington
Explore direct flight options from Melbourne to Wellington based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 13 November 2025.
Sun 1/318:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 35mAir New Zealand
Sun 15/306:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 12/11$606
Tue 12/509:10MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 40mAir New Zealand
Tue 19/506:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 12/11$624
Fri 13/218:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 35mAir New Zealand
Sun 15/206:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 12/11$659
Tue 12/509:10MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 40mAir New Zealand
Thu 14/506:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 12/11$663
Thu 12/309:10MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 35mAir New Zealand
Thu 19/306:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/11$670
Sat 7/309:10MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 35mAir New Zealand
Wed 18/306:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 12/11$687
Wed 11/218:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 35mAir New Zealand
Mon 16/206:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 13/11$696
Thu 4/1209:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/1214:35WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11$700
Wed 11/218:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 35mAir New Zealand
Sat 21/206:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 12/11$705
Mon 9/209:10MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 35mAir New Zealand
Mon 16/206:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 10/11$707
Thu 12/209:10MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 35mAir New Zealand
Wed 18/206:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 12/11$710
Wed 11/218:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 35mAir New Zealand
Thu 19/206:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 12/11$717
Last-minute flights from Melbourne to Wellington
Discover last-minute flight deals from Melbourne to Wellington. Data last updated 13 November 2025 and is based on user searches.
Tue 18/1106:00MEL - WLG
1 stop7h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 22/1117:45WLG - MEL
1 stop16h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/11$1,035
Fri 21/1113:30MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 25/1106:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11$1,002
Fri 21/1113:30MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 26/1115:55WLG - MEL
1 stop10h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11$1,004
Fri 21/1113:30MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 28/1115:55WLG - MEL
1 stop8h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11$1,032
Fri 21/1108:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 27/1106:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11$1,055
Sat 22/1106:00MEL - WLG
1 stop7h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 25/1106:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11$1,048
Sun 23/1113:30MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 25/1106:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11$1,021
Sun 23/1113:30MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 26/1115:55WLG - MEL
1 stop10h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11$1,023
Sun 23/1108:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 24/1106:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11$1,064
Sun 23/1108:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 27/1106:00WLG - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11$1,072
One-way flights from Melbourne to Wellington
Search for one-way flight options from Melbourne to Wellington. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 13 November 2025.
Thu 15/120:35MEL - WLG
1 stop16h 15mJetstar
Deal found 11/11$378
Fri 16/106:15MEL - WLG
1 stop6h 35mJetstar
Deal found 12/11$380
Sun 18/120:35MEL - WLG
1 stop17h 00mJetstar
Deal found 12/11$382
Tue 2/1220:20MEL - WLG
1 stop16h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11$394
Tue 13/120:35MEL - WLG
1 stop16h 15mJetstar
Deal found 11/11$398
Wed 3/1206:00MEL - WLG
1 stop6h 50mJetstar
Deal found 12/11$403
Sun 11/120:35MEL - WLG
1 stop17h 00mJetstar
Deal found 11/11$422
Thu 15/118:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 12/11$435
Sat 17/118:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/11$442
Sat 10/121:10MEL - WLG
1 stop15h 40mJetstar
Deal found 11/11$443
Wed 26/1118:00MEL - WLG
Nonstop3h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 12/11$449
Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Wellington
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to Wellington (WLG). 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 13 November 2025.
Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Wellington 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 13 November 2025.
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Melbourne
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Wellington
Route
Departure
Return
Price
MelbourneWellington
MEL - WLG
MELWLG
Melbourne
Tue 12/5
09:10-14:50
Nonstop3h 40m
Wellington
Tue 19/5
11:25-08:05
1 stop22h 40m
$604
MelbourneWellington
MEL - WLG
MELWLG
Melbourne
Tue 12/5
20:15-14:00
1 stop15h 45m
Wellington
Tue 19/5
19:40-10:05
1 stop16h 25m
$611
MelbourneWellington
MEL - WLG
MELWLG
Melbourne
Tue 12/5
20:15-14:00
1 stop15h 45m
Wellington
Thu 14/5
19:40-10:05
1 stop16h 25m
$648
MelbourneWellington
MEL - WLG
MELWLG
Melbourne
Tue 12/5
09:10-14:50
Nonstop3h 40m
Wellington
Thu 14/5
06:00-08:10
Nonstop4h 10m
$663
MelbourneWellington
MEL - WLG
MELWLG
Melbourne
Thu 12/3
20:35-14:50
1 stop16h 15m
Wellington
Sat 14/3
14:10-22:50
1 stop10h 40m
$693
MelbourneWellington
MEL - WLG
MELWLG
Melbourne
Tue 12/5
20:15-14:00
1 stop15h 45m
Wellington
Thu 14/5
11:25-17:25
1 stop8h 00m
$716
MelbourneWellington
MEL - WLG
MELWLG
Melbourne
Thu 12/2
09:10-14:45
Nonstop3h 35m
Wellington
Thu 19/2
06:00-08:10
Nonstop4h 10m
$721
MelbourneWellington
MEL - WLG
MELWLG
Melbourne
Mon 2/2
23:55-13:35
1 stop11h 40m
Wellington
Tue 10/2
14:10-22:50
1 stop10h 40m
$728
MelbourneWellington
MEL - WLG
MELWLG
Melbourne
Mon 2/2
09:10-14:45
Nonstop3h 35m
Wellington
Tue 10/2
15:35-17:35
Nonstop4h 00m
$731
MelbourneWellington
MEL - WLG
MELWLG
Melbourne
Thu 11/12
23:55-08:35
1 stop6h 40m
Wellington
Thu 18/12
20:10-09:20
1 stop15h 10m
$838
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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Wellington
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Wellington?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Wellington. Price data was last updated on 7 November 2025.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Wellington, you should look to book at least 87 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Wellington?
Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Wellington (average of $284). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Wellington in September is currently the most expensive (average of $553). 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 MEL to WLG?
Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Wellington. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 13 November 2025.
It’s optimal to fly from Melbourne Airport to Wellington in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 35% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne Airport to Wellington?
Weekly flight availability from Melbourne Airport to Wellington
Explore weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Wellington. 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 13 November 2025.
The most flights from MEL to WLG are scheduled on a Monday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).
How often are flights from Melbourne to Wellington delayed?
About 20% of weekly flights between Melbourne and Wellington have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 96 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to Wellington flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Thursday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Melbourne to Wellington flights?
Over the past year, Air New Zealand have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 19% of flights being delayed.
What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Melbourne Airport to Wellington?
Share of one-stop return flights from Melbourne Airport to Wellington chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.
Auckland (AKL) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 83% of one-stop itineraries from Melbourne Airport to Wellington on Cheapflights.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Melbourne Airport to Wellington?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Melbourne Airport to Wellington, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Coolangatta (OOL) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 13h 15m.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Melbourne Airport to Wellington?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Melbourne Airport to Wellington, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Coolangatta (OOL) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 13h 15m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Melbourne Airport to Wellington?
Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Melbourne Airport to Wellington, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Coolangatta (OOL) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 7h 25m.
Reviews of airlines servicing Wellington
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Wellington. 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 Wellington. Reviews last updated 13 November 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne Airport to Wellington, such as Emirates, Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!
The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!
The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!
The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!
The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!
Related info for your journey
Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Wellington. 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 into for flights to Wellington from Melbourne?
Wellington (WLG), located 5.3 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Melbourne to Wellington. 4 airlines have flights to Wellington from Melbourne on a regular basis. Booking flights from Melbourne to Wellington should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 7 inbound flights from Melbourne per day.
How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Wellington?
Air New Zealand and Jetstar can get you from Melbourne Airport to Wellington in just under 3h 40m. Your travel time can differ by up to 12h 05m. There are 2588 km between Melbourne Airport and Wellington. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Wellington round-trip?
According to our current data, Emirates ($260), Jetstar ($332), and Air New Zealand ($529) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne Airport to Wellington. Emirates is currently priced 64% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.
What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne Airport to Wellington?
The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Melbourne Airport to Wellington are Etihad Airways (96%), Virgin Australia (96%) and Air New Zealand (96%).
What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to Wellington?
On average you can expect to pay $597 for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Wellington. The cheapest flight overall is $345 while the most popular route, (Melbourne - Wellington) is currently priced at $587.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Wellington?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Wellington 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 Melbourne Airport to Wellington?
Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Wellington (average of $284). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Wellington in September is currently the most expensive (average of $553). 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 4 airlines flying from Melbourne to Wellington
Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Wellington. 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 13 November 2025.
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