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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Christchurch to Melbourne? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Melbourne.218 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 7 Jun, returning Fri, 13 Jun.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Christchurch on Sat, 7 Jun, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 13 Jun, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From 218 €, select.
Melbourne.249 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Jul, returning Wed, 16 Jul.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Christchurch on Wed, 2 Jul, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 16 Jul, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From 249 €, select.
Melbourne.249 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 May, returning Wed, 4 Jun.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Christchurch on Wed, 28 May, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 4 Jun, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From 249 €, select.
Melbourne.251 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Mar, returning Tue, 17 Mar.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Christchurch on Tue, 10 Mar, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 17 Mar, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From 251 €, select.
Melbourne.264 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 May, returning Sat, 31 May.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Christchurch on Sat, 24 May, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 31 May, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From 264 €, select.
Melbourne.271 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Jul, returning Wed, 6 Aug.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Christchurch on Wed, 30 Jul, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 6 Aug, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From 271 €, select.
Melbourne.271 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 6 Aug, returning Sun, 10 Aug.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Christchurch on Wed, 6 Aug, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 10 Aug, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From 271 €, select.
Melbourne.271 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Feb, returning Sat, 21 Mar.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Christchurch on Wed, 11 Feb, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 21 Mar, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From 271 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Christchurch to Melbourne

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Christchurch to Melbourne flights are currently cheapest in June.
Apr
from 467 €
May
from 264 €
Jun
from 218 €
Jul
from 249 €
Aug
from 271 €
Sep
from 277 €
Oct
from 293 €
Nov
from 271 €
Dec
from 326 €
Jan
from 354 €
Feb
from 282 €
Mar
from 251 €

Direct flights from Christchurch to Melbourne

Alternative Christchurch to Melbourne routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Christchurch to Melbourne? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Christchurch to Melbourne: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found218 €
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time3 hrs, 54 mins
Most popular airlineQantas
Average flights per week118

Finding cheap flights from Christchurch to Melbourne: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Melbourne: Melbourne Essendon, Melbourne Tullamarine and Melbourne Avalon.
The best price we found for a return flight from Christchurch to Melbourne is 218 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 54 minutes is the average flight time from Christchurch to Melbourne.
Qantas, Emirates and Air New Zealand fly direct from Christchurch to Melbourne.
As of April 2025, there are 118 flights per week flying from Christchurch to Melbourne.
The cheapest month to fly from Christchurch to Melbourne is usually April 2025.
If you're flying from Christchurch Airport, the cheapest airport near Melbourne is Melbourne Tullamarine – which is 18.8 km away from the centre of Melbourne. We've found flights into this airport from 218 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Christchurch Airport to Melbourne on Saturday, 7 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 54 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Melbourne but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Melbourne is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 15°C. February is typically the warmest month in Melbourne, when it usually averages around 26°C. You can expect the least rain in March. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 5°C. The rainiest month is September.
Currently, Jetstar offers the cheapest flight tickets to Melbourne.

Flying from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Melbourne: what you need to know

  • Take a direct flight from Christchurch International Airport to Melbourne and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 21 minutes.

  • Christchurch International Airport is located in Christchurch. Based in the UTC+11 timezone, Melbourne is 2 hours behind Christchurch.

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is the most popular route, with 30 weekly departures to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from CHC to MEL is with Qantas at 16:45. Go for the first departure operated by Air New Zealand at 06:05 if you want to get going early.

  • To ensure you catch your flight from CHC to Melbourne, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • Travelling during a popular month such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • You can catch a direct flight from Christchurch International Airport to Melbourne that arrives at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).

  • Pick from a variety of carriers that offer direct flights from Christchurch International Airport to Melbourne. Book your ticket with one of these:

  • We make it a breeze to plan a flight from CHC to Melbourne with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:

    • Auckland Airport (AKL)

    • Wellington International Airport (WLG)

    • Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • If you hold a passport from New Zealand, you'll need a visa to visit Australia. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Christchurch International Airport to Melbourne for tourism purposes. The rules may be different if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check official visa guidelines ahead of booking and definitely before flying.

  • Central Christchurch to CHC is around 56 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 59 minutes to reach there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.

  • Planning to catch an early flight from Christchurch International Airport to Melbourne? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to CHC:

How to find the cheapest flights from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Melbourne

  • 91 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Christchurch International Airport to Melbourne. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 218 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.

  • Book 1 month before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from CHC to Melbourne.

  • September is the cheapest month for tickets from Christchurch International Airport to Melbourne. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.

  • Set up a Price Alert for cheap tickets from CHC to Melbourne. You don't need to look every day to find out if fares have dropped. We'll update you the moment there's a change in price.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Christchurch International Airport to Melbourne.

Airports in Melbourne

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne is approximately 24 kilometres. It takes about 28 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 42 minutes.

  • Reserve a hotel close to MEL if you have a late flight from Christchurch International Airport to Melbourne. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:

Avalon Airport (AVV)

  • Avalon Airport (AVV) is about 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. After your flight from Christchurch International Airport to Melbourne, it'll take you around 51 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.

  • You can also opt for public transport, which typically takes 2 hours and 4 minutes.

  • Little River Bed and Breakfast is one accommodation option within a short drive of AVV. Settle in here after your flight from CHC to Melbourne and then hang the 'Do not disturb' sign for some uninterrupted rest.

Best time to go to Melbourne

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Christchurch International Airport to Melbourne. To skip the crowds, travel to Melbourne in April when things are quieter.

  • The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your flights from Christchurch International Airport to Melbourne in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • Look for cheap flights from CHC to Melbourne in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC and 13ºC on average.

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