Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch from $253
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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch
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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Melbourne Airport and Christchurch?
What is the cheapest month to fly to Christchurch?
The cheapest month to fly to Christchurch from Melbourne Airport is in May. Flight prices, which tend to average around $413, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit Christchurch in May, then you should wait until August to fly from Melbourne Airport, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $450.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Christchurch?
The cheapest day to depart from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $460. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Monday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Christchurch on Monday is $578.
What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Christchurch?
Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Christchurch is in the afternoon. Flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch during this time can be as low as $487. Flights at midday are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of $780.
What is the cheapest Melbourne to Christchurch flight route?
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How far in advance should I book a flight to Christchurch?
The ideal time to book your flight to Christchurch is 41 days in advance, when prices tend to average $523. Keep in mind that you might also find cheap flights to Christchurch outside of this time window. In fact, momondo users recently found flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch for $577.
What cabin class options are available on Melbourne to Christchurch flights?
There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Melbourne to Christchurch flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.
Can stopping save me money on Melbourne Airport to Christchurch flights?
You could potentially save up to 21% on your flight if you consider stops on a Melbourne Airport to Christchurch flight.
How have Melbourne Airport to Christchurch flight prices changed over time?
As of November 2024, prices for Melbourne Airport to Christchurch flights are approximately 9% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.
How many flights depart from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch on average per day?
As of November 2024, 9 flights take off from Melbourne Airport and land in Christchurch each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 18:00, with 69% of daily flights taking off in the evening.
How many flights depart from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch on average per week?
As of November 2024, 68 flights take off from Melbourne Airport and land in Christchurch each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Wed, with 18% of weekly flights taking off on this day.
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Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch
Best price found | $253 |
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Fastest flight time | 3h 15m |
Direct flights | Every day |
Airports in Christchurch | 1 airport |
How far is Melbourne to Christchurch by plane?
A flight from Melbourne to Christchurch will travel around 2421.1 km. Flights usually cover this in 3h 15m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch Airport?
Prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch Airport?
As of November 2024, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch 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 Melbourne Airport to Christchurch Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Christchurch Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Christchurch Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch is Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets), representing 48.57% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Airbus A320neo at 26.44%, Airbus A320-100/200 at 22.26%, and Airbus A321neo at 1.81%.
What is the most popular airline from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch is Jetstar (44.61% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are Air New Zealand (37.23%), Qantas Airways (16.08%), and Emirates (2.08%).
Best airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch
Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch with momondo
| Airline | Rating | Free cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom $228 | Free cancellation | Rating 6.6 507 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $312 | Free cancellation | Rating 8.1 3,489 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $323 | Free cancellation | Rating 7.6 820 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $341 | Free cancellation | Rating 8.0 529 reviews |
Emirates Flights From Melbourne Airport to Christchurch
Across 9 Emirates flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch this week, the average price was $446, with the best Emirates deals starting from $203 round-trip. 3,489 users have rated Emirates on momondo, with an average score of 8.1/10.
Air New Zealand Flights From Melbourne Airport to Christchurch
$222 is the best Air New Zealand flight deal from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch found on momondo over the last 72 hours. The average Air New Zealand ticket price found was closer to $382, however, with flight time and availability significantly affecting the price. Air New Zealand (8.0/10 from 529 user reviews) flies into Christchurch from Melbourne Airport 7 times in an average week so prices can vary.
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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Melbourne to Christchurch?
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Can I find flights from Melbourne to Christchurch with flexible booking policies on momondo?
Yes. All flights to Christchurch from Melbourne on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.
How can momondo help me find flights from Melbourne to Christchurch?
Once you have performed a search for Melbourne to Christchurch 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 Melbourne to Christchurch right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
If you are simply researching potential flights to Christchurch, momondo offers a useful price alert feature which will track prices for flights to Christchurch from Melbourne and alert you when they change.