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Cheap flights from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport from £118

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 4/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — MEL
22 Jan — 29 Jan1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Christchurch to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Christchurch (CHC) to Melbourne (MEL). 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 17 January 2025.

Round-trip from

£251

One-way from

£118

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£322
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 8/2-11/2
  • Nonstop
  • 7h 20m total
  • Christchurch to Melbourne
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Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 4/2
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 55m total
  • Christchurch to Melbourne
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High demand for flights, 8% potential price rise
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Best time to find cheap flights, 1% potential price drop
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Cheapest flights from Christchurch to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Christchurch to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 January 2025.

Sat 8/206:00CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 55mAir New Zealand
Tue 11/218:55MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/1£251
Sat 22/206:00CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 23/223:55MEL - CHC
1 stop29h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/1£264
Tue 29/416:05CHC - MEL
1 stop9h 15mJetstar
Wed 7/511:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 16/1£278
Sat 8/206:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 55mQantas Airways
Tue 11/218:55MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 16/1£281
Tue 11/206:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 55mEmirates
Tue 18/218:55MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 20mEmirates
Deal found 17/1£290
Sat 8/310:30CHC - MEL
2 stops28h 15mFiji Airways
Sun 16/323:55MEL - CHC
2 stops18h 00mFiji Airways
Deal found 16/1£742

Find flights from Christchurch to Melbourne within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Christchurch to Melbourne 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 17 January 2025.

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ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Sat 8/2

06:00-07:55

Nonstop3h 55m

Melbourne

Tue 11/2

18:55-00:20

Nonstop3h 25m

£251

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Sat 22/2

06:00-07:55

Nonstop3h 55m

Melbourne

Sun 23/2

23:55-07:45

1 stop29h 50m

£264

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Tue 29/4

16:05-23:20

1 stop9h 15m

Melbourne

Wed 7/5

11:05-16:20

Nonstop3h 15m

£278

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Sat 8/2

06:05-08:00

Nonstop3h 55m

Melbourne

Tue 11/2

18:55-00:15

Nonstop3h 20m

£281

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Tue 11/2

06:05-08:00

Nonstop3h 55m

Melbourne

Tue 18/2

18:55-00:15

Nonstop3h 20m

£290

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Sat 8/3

10:30-12:45

2 stops28h 15m

Melbourne

Sun 16/3

23:55-19:55

2 stops18h 00m

£742

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Tue 4/2

06:05-08:00

Nonstop3h 55m

£118

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Wed 5/2

06:05-08:00

Nonstop3h 55m

£121

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Mon 27/1

06:00-07:55

Nonstop3h 55m

£184

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Mon 27/1

06:45-22:55

2 stops42h 10m

£195

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Deals found on 16/1

Best time to book a flight from Christchurch to Melbourne

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Travel insights for flights from Christchurch to Melbourne

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Christchurch to Melbourne including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Christchurch to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 10 January 2025.

The best time to book flights from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport is 28 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport (average of £1,121). Flying from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,692). 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 CHC to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Christchurch to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 January 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Christchurch to Melbourne. 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 17 January 2025.

The most flights from CHC to MEL are scheduled on a Friday (20 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (12 on average).

Rainfall in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne Airport ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne Airport when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 8.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated 17 January 2025.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
187 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
485 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
821 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Jetstar
6.6
Okay
468 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Christchurch to Melbourne. 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 from for flights from Christchurch to Melbourne?

    Located just 5.9 mi from the city center, Christchurch is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Melbourne from Christchurch. Booking flights from Christchurch (CHC) to Melbourne should be relatively easy as there are 13 daily outbound flights to Melbourne from 0 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport round-trip?

    Air New Zealand, at £251, was found to be the cheapest airline from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include Jetstar and Qantas Airways. Air New Zealand is 10% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport are Qantas Airways (£118), Emirates (£121), and Air New Zealand (£184).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport consider choosing Finnair (84%), United Airlines (82%) or Jetstar (73%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport? While on average our users pay £290, our data indicates the cheapest price to be £158. The most popular route (Christchurch - Melbourne), is priced around £139.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Christchurch to Melbourne that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Christchurch to Melbourne flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Christchurch to Melbourne?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Christchurch to Melbourne.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Christchurch to Melbourne?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Christchurch to Melbourne 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 Christchurch to Melbourne Airport?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport (average of £1,121). Flying from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,692). 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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