Cheap flights from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport from $168
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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Christchurch and Melbourne Airport?
What is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne Airport?
The month of June is another great option to travel to Melbourne Airport, with average flight prices from Christchurch averaging around $493.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Melbourne Airport?
The cheapest day to depart from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport is on a Saturday. Travellers who choose to depart for Melbourne Airport on a Saturday will often find tickets for as low as $390. On the other hand, Monday is the most expensive day to depart from Christchurch because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around $619.
What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Melbourne Airport?
Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Melbourne Airport is at midday. Flights from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport during this time can be as low as $0. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the morning when prices are $565 on average. Flights to Melbourne Airport from Christchurch in the morning are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.
What is the cheapest Christchurch to Melbourne flight route?
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How far in advance should I book a flight to Melbourne Airport?
You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Melbourne Airport from Christchurch when booking 9 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Melbourne Airport for around $536 when searching 9 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Melbourne Airport from Christchurch for as low as $498 on momondo.
What cabin class options are available on Christchurch to Melbourne flights?
There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Christchurch to Melbourne flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Christchurch to Melbourne?
Jetstar, Qantas Airways, and Air New Zealand are the most popular carriers operating from Christchurch to Melbourne
Which airlines fly to Melbourne Airport?
Jetstar, Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Melbourne Airport from Christchurch according to our data. Jetstar is the first choice among our users, with 50% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Melbourne Airport. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Melbourne Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.
How many flights depart from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport on average per day?
As of April 2025, 15 flights take off from Christchurch and land in Melbourne Airport each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 06:00, with 69% of daily flights taking off at midday.
How many flights depart from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport on average per week?
111 flights are operational weekly from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport as of April 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Tue, with 19% of flights per week taking off on this day.
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How far is Christchurch to Melbourne by plane?
There are 2421.1 km between Christchurch and Melbourne. Flights usually cover this in 3h 45m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Christchurch Airport to Melbourne Airport?
Prices for flights from Christchurch Airport to Melbourne Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Christchurch Airport to Melbourne Airport?
As of April 2025, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from Christchurch Airport to Melbourne Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Christchurch Airport to Melbourne Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Christchurch Airport to Melbourne Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Melbourne Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Melbourne Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Melbourne Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport is Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) (46.84% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A320neo (22.53%), Airbus A320-100/200 (20.55%), and Airbus A350-900 (6.71%).
What is the most popular airline from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Christchurch and Melbourne Airport, the leading airline is Jetstar, making up 50% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Air New Zealand with 29% and Qantas Airways with 20%.
Best airlines flying from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport
Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport with momondo
| Airline | Rating | Free cancellation | Price | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PriceFrom $350 | Free cancellation | Rating 6.6 437 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $358 | Free cancellation | Rating 7.5 820 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $376 | Free cancellation | Rating 8.0 467 reviews |
Air New Zealand Flights From Christchurch to Melbourne Airport
Air New Zealand flight deals from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport start from $239 round-trip. Over the 9 Air New Zealand flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually $369 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.
Qantas Airways Flights From Christchurch to Melbourne Airport
Another popular option for Christchurch to Melbourne Airport flights is Qantas Airways (7.5/10, 820 ratings). Qantas Airways flies from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport around 16 times per week, with deals starting from $228 round-trip and rising to an average price of around $409.
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Finding the right flight to Melbourne from Christchurch is quick and easy when you have a range of options in front of you, from reputable agents and recognisable airlines. Options that can then be filtered down to find the best fit. That is what momondo does. We make finding flights to Melbourne quick and easy, saving you time and money.
Can I find flights from Christchurch to Melbourne with flexible booking policies on momondo?
Yes. momondo allows you to filter the results for Christchurch to Melbourne flights to just show those with flexible booking policies.
How can momondo help me find flights from Christchurch to Melbourne?
Once you have performed a search for Christchurch to Melbourne flights, momondo helps you find the right one by offering useful filters to narrow down your flight selection. Flights can be filtered by multiple factors such as airline, airport and price; but also by other criteria like aircraft type and payment method.
I’m not ready to book a flight from Christchurch to Melbourne right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
Yes. momondo can track prices for Christchurch to Melbourne flights and alert you when they change. Perform a search to set up the price alert. All that is required is a valid email address.