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Cheap flights from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport from £123

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 10/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — MEL
30 Mar — 6 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Christchurch to Melbourne are usually found in May or August, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

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 25 March 2025.

Round-trip from

£225

One-way from

£123

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£264

Good round-trip deal

£444 or less

Good one-way deal

£142 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 24/6-30/6
  • Nonstop
  • 7h 00m total
  • Christchurch to Melbourne
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Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 10/6
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 50m total
  • Christchurch to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (£17 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£4 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 25 March 2025.

Tue 24/608:20CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Mon 30/611:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 24/3£225
Thu 8/506:20CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 50mQantas Airways
Thu 15/518:40MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 23/3£259
Wed 19/1115:50CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 55mEmirates
Fri 28/1109:10MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 20mEmirates
Deal found 24/3£261
Thu 8/516:05CHC - MEL
1 stop9h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 15/518:25MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/3£296
Fri 9/514:00CHC - MEL
1 stop8h 35mAir New Zealand
Mon 12/518:25MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 25/3£323
Mon 5/509:40CHC - MEL
2 stops28h 15mFiji Airways
Sun 11/523:30MEL - CHC
2 stops16h 05mFiji Airways
Deal found 24/3£814

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.

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Christchurch

Fly to

Melbourne

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Tue 24/6

08:20-10:05

Nonstop3h 45m

Melbourne

Mon 30/6

11:05-16:20

Nonstop3h 15m

£225

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Thu 8/5

06:20-08:10

Nonstop3h 50m

Melbourne

Thu 15/5

18:40-00:10

Nonstop3h 30m

£259

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Tue 29/7

06:20-08:10

Nonstop3h 50m

Melbourne

Tue 5/8

18:40-00:10

Nonstop3h 30m

£261

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Thu 8/5

16:05-23:25

1 stop9h 20m

Melbourne

Thu 15/5

18:25-23:50

Nonstop3h 25m

£296

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Fri 9/5

14:00-20:35

1 stop8h 35m

Melbourne

Mon 12/5

18:25-23:50

Nonstop3h 25m

£323

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Mon 5/5

09:40-11:55

2 stops28h 15m

Melbourne

Sun 11/5

23:30-17:35

2 stops16h 05m

£814

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Tue 10/6

06:20-08:10

Nonstop3h 50m

£123

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Wed 2/4

09:20-11:05

Nonstop3h 45m

£128

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Tue 10/6

09:15-17:45

1 stop10h 30m

£146

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Tue 10/6

10:30-11:55

2 stops27h 25m

£328

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 25/3

Best time to book a flight from Christchurch to Melbourne

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport

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 21 March 2025.

The best time to book flights from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport is 60 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 25 March 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 45% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

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 25 March 2025.
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
182 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 15
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NAN - LAX

Asked for water before dinner was served, didn’t get it. Dinner served but no drinks was asked or served with dinner. When asked if I wanted my seat made for bedtime, asked for water again. This time I got it. Filled the breakfast form but was still asked what I wanted. Comparing this experience with Fiji air flight from LA to Melbourne. Worse was missing my flight connection to Baltimore since Fiji air opted to wait for a passenger that couldn’t pass security. Instead of leaving at 9:40 pm, we left at 11. So spent overnight at a hotel for next day’s flight. Another expense!
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
182 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
182 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 15
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NAN - LAX

Asked for water before dinner was served, didn’t get it. Dinner served but no drinks was asked or served with dinner. When asked if I wanted my seat made for bedtime, asked for water again. This time I got it. Filled the breakfast form but was still asked what I wanted. Comparing this experience with Fiji air flight from LA to Melbourne. Worse was missing my flight connection to Baltimore since Fiji air opted to wait for a passenger that couldn’t pass security. Instead of leaving at 9:40 pm, we left at 11. So spent overnight at a hotel for next day’s flight. Another expense!
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
182 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 15
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NAN - LAX

Asked for water before dinner was served, didn’t get it. Dinner served but no drinks was asked or served with dinner. When asked if I wanted my seat made for bedtime, asked for water again. This time I got it. Filled the breakfast form but was still asked what I wanted. Comparing this experience with Fiji air flight from LA to Melbourne. Worse was missing my flight connection to Baltimore since Fiji air opted to wait for a passenger that couldn’t pass security. Instead of leaving at 9:40 pm, we left at 11. So spent overnight at a hotel for next day’s flight. Another expense!
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
455 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
182 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 15
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NAN - LAX

Asked for water before dinner was served, didn’t get it. Dinner served but no drinks was asked or served with dinner. When asked if I wanted my seat made for bedtime, asked for water again. This time I got it. Filled the breakfast form but was still asked what I wanted. Comparing this experience with Fiji air flight from LA to Melbourne. Worse was missing my flight connection to Baltimore since Fiji air opted to wait for a passenger that couldn’t pass security. Instead of leaving at 9:40 pm, we left at 11. So spent overnight at a hotel for next day’s flight. Another expense!
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
809 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
182 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 15
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NAN - LAX

Asked for water before dinner was served, didn’t get it. Dinner served but no drinks was asked or served with dinner. When asked if I wanted my seat made for bedtime, asked for water again. This time I got it. Filled the breakfast form but was still asked what I wanted. Comparing this experience with Fiji air flight from LA to Melbourne. Worse was missing my flight connection to Baltimore since Fiji air opted to wait for a passenger that couldn’t pass security. Instead of leaving at 9:40 pm, we left at 11. So spent overnight at a hotel for next day’s flight. Another expense!
Jetstar
6.6
Okay
433 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
182 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 15
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NAN - LAX

Asked for water before dinner was served, didn’t get it. Dinner served but no drinks was asked or served with dinner. When asked if I wanted my seat made for bedtime, asked for water again. This time I got it. Filled the breakfast form but was still asked what I wanted. Comparing this experience with Fiji air flight from LA to Melbourne. Worse was missing my flight connection to Baltimore since Fiji air opted to wait for a passenger that couldn’t pass security. Instead of leaving at 9:40 pm, we left at 11. So spent overnight at a hotel for next day’s flight. Another expense!

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 11 daily outbound flights to Melbourne from 0 different airlines.

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

    Jetstar, at £225, was found to be the cheapest airline from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include Qantas Airways and Emirates. Jetstar is 14% 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 (£123), Jetstar (£128), and Air New Zealand (£146).

  • 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 (90%), Emirates (90%) or Qantas Airways (89%) 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 £688, our data indicates the cheapest price to be £129. The most popular route (Christchurch - Melbourne), is priced around £131.

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

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  • 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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