Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Christchurch Starting at $199

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Christchurch

Flaut.Travel was designed and developed by a team dedicated to making the process of searching, comparing and booking airline tickets as easy and convenient as possible. Our service helps travelers to find and buy the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Christchurch. We have connected more than 40 airlines and airline ticketing agencies to help you find the most suitable and affordable flight option.

Cheapest one way flight

$199

Jetstar
Jetstar
Direct flight
3h 15m
09/26/2025

The cheapest one-way flight from Melbourne to Christchurch departs on 09/26/2025, is operated by Jetstar and costs $199

Cheapest round trip flight

$377

Jetstar
Jetstar
1 transfer
11h 40m
05/26/2025

The cheapest roundtrip flight from Melbourne to Christchurch departs on 05/26/2025, is operated by Jetstar and costs $377

The fastest flight

3h 15m

Fastest flight from Melbourne to Christchurch takes 3h 15m

Direct flights

Once a week

There are direct flights on this route 1 day a week: Fr

Earliest flight

7:00 AM

Latest flight

6:40 PM

Direct flights count

50

Distance

2398km

Timezone difference

2h

The distance between Melbourne and Christchurch is 2398km (1487 miles). There are 50 direct flights from Melbourne to Christchurch. The time difference between Melbourne and Christchurch is 2h . Flights from Melbourne begin at 7:00 AM. The latest flight from Melbourne departs at 6:40 PM.

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Airfare from Melbourne to Christchurch by month

We carefully collect statistics on the search and pricing of airlines and, based on these data, we make an assumption about future prices. Thus, you can better understand which season is the cheapest to fly from Melbourne to Christchurch

May 2025
Lowest price
on average:
$276
  • Avg Price

Airlines operating on route

Below you will find a list of airlines operating flights on the Melbourne — Christchurch route and the starting prices for flights of each specific airline on it.

Jetstar
Jetstar

Starting at $199

Direct Flights from Melbourne to Christchurch

A direct flight is the most convenient and comfortable way to fly from Melbourne to Christchurch, despite the fact that sometimes flights with transfers can cost significantly less.

Christchurch city image

Melbourne — Christchurch

MEL — CHC

05/12/2025

Departure date

Direct flight

Qantas

QF1547

Starting at $326

Christchurch city image

Melbourne — Christchurch

MEL — CHC

09/26/2025

Departure date

Direct flight

Virgin Australia

VA7114

Starting at $289

Schedule of direct flights from Melbourne to Christchurch

A direct flight is the easiest way to get to your destination. The following airlines operate non-stop flights from Melbourne to Christchurch:

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Melbourne airports overview

MEL
Tullamarine Airport
Air New Zealand
Jetstar
Airlines flying to this airport
$199
Starting at
$260
on average

Christchurch airports overview

CHC
Christchurch International Airport
Air New Zealand
Jetstar
Airlines flying to this airport
$199
Starting at
$260
on average

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Answers to questions about the route that travelers are most interested in.

How much is the cheapest flight ticket from Melbourne to Christchurch?

The cheapest flight ticket from Melbourne to Christchurch according to data for the last 48 hours costs $199

When is the best time to buy air tickets on the route Melbourne — Christchurch?

Often the best time to buy tickets from Melbourne to Christchurch is 2 months before departure.

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Melbourne to Christchurch?

Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from Melbourne to Christchurch can be found flying in these months: May.

How long does it take to fly from Melbourne to Christchurch?

The fastest flights from Melbourne to Christchurch start from 3 hours 15 minutes in the air.

Which airline can fly direct from Melbourne to Christchurch?

The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Melbourne — Christchurch: Qantas, Virgin Australia

Special offers and sales on air tickets from Melbourne to Christchurch

We keep tight track on airlines' pre-holidays sales and other special offers occurences all the time to let you save maximum amount of funds while traveling to your family or just going out on vacation.

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