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Melbourne Airport to Christchurch International Airport flight

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      • Cheapest nonstop
        MEL 11:05 AM
        3h 15m
        Nonstop
        CHC 4:20 PM
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Fri, May 15 | Jetstar Airways
        CHC 8:20 AM
        3h 45m
        Nonstop
        MEL 10:05 AM
        Christchurch - Melbourne | Mon, May 18 | Jetstar Airways
        €262 €325
        19% off
        19% off
        €325 €262
      • MEL 11:05 AM
        3h 15m
        Nonstop
        CHC 4:20 PM
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Mon, May 4 | Jetstar Airways
        CHC 8:20 AM
        3h 45m
        Nonstop
        MEL 10:05 AM
        Christchurch - Melbourne | Thu, May 7 | Jetstar Airways
        €265 €325
        18% off
        18% off
        €325 €265
      • MEL 11:05 AM
        3h 15m
        Nonstop
        CHC 4:20 PM
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Sun, May 3 | Jetstar Airways
        CHC 8:20 AM
        3h 45m
        Nonstop
        MEL 10:05 AM
        Christchurch - Melbourne | Thu, May 7 | Jetstar Airways
        €265 €325
        18% off
        18% off
        €325 €265
      • MEL 11:05 AM
        3h 15m
        Nonstop
        CHC 4:20 PM
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Tue, May 5 | Jetstar Airways
        CHC 8:20 AM
        3h 45m
        Nonstop
        MEL 10:05 AM
        Christchurch - Melbourne | Thu, May 7 | Jetstar Airways
        €266
        18% off
        €325 €266
      • MEL 11:05 AM
        3h 15m
        Nonstop
        CHC 4:20 PM
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Wed, May 13 | Jetstar Airways
        CHC 8:20 AM
        3h 45m
        Nonstop
        MEL 10:05 AM
        Christchurch - Melbourne | Wed, May 20 | Jetstar Airways
        €266
        18% off
        €325 €266
      • MEL 11:05 AM
        3h 20m
        Nonstop
        CHC 4:25 PM
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Tue, May 12 | Jetstar Airways
        CHC 8:20 AM
        3h 45m
        Nonstop
        MEL 10:05 AM
        Christchurch - Melbourne | Tue, May 19 | Jetstar Airways
        €266
        18% off
        €325 €266
      • MEL 11:05 AM
        3h 20m
        Nonstop
        CHC 4:25 PM
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Thu, May 14 | Jetstar Airways
        CHC 8:20 AM
        3h 45m
        Nonstop
        MEL 10:05 AM
        Christchurch - Melbourne | Thu, May 21 | Jetstar Airways
        €267
        18% off
        €325 €267
      • MEL 11:05 AM
        3h 20m
        Nonstop
        CHC 4:25 PM
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Sun, May 10 | Jetstar Airways
        CHC 8:20 AM
        3h 45m
        Nonstop
        MEL 10:05 AM
        Christchurch - Melbourne | Wed, May 13 | Jetstar Airways
        €272
        16% off
        €325 €272
      • MEL 11:05 AM
        3h 20m
        Nonstop
        CHC 4:25 PM
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Thu, Apr 30 | Jetstar Airways
        CHC 8:20 AM
        3h 45m
        Nonstop
        MEL 10:05 AM
        Christchurch - Melbourne | Mon, May 4 | Jetstar Airways
        €272
        16% off
        €325 €272
      • MEL 6:10 PM
        3h 25m
        Nonstop
        CHC 11:35 PM
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Fri, May 15 | Air New Zealand
        CHC 6:10 AM
        3h 55m
        Nonstop
        MEL 8:05 AM
        Christchurch - Melbourne | Mon, May 18 | Air New Zealand
        €273
        16% off
        €325 €273
      • MEL 1:00 PM
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        CHC Invalid Date
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Thu, Mar 19 | Normal Airline
        CHC 3:00 PM
        6h
        Nonstop
        MEL 4:00 PM
        Christchurch - Melbourne | Sat, Mar 21 | Normal Airline
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      • Cheapest nonstop
        MEL 11:05 AM
        3h 20m
        Nonstop
        CHC 4:25 PM
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Wed, May 13 | Jetstar Airways
        €148 €195
        24% off
        24% off
        €195 €148
      • MEL 11:05 AM
        3h 20m
        Nonstop
        CHC 4:25 PM
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Sun, May 10 | Jetstar Airways
        €151 €195
        23% off
        23% off
        €195 €151
      • MEL 11:05 AM
        3h 20m
        Nonstop
        CHC 4:25 PM
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Thu, May 14 | Jetstar Airways
        €151 €195
        23% off
        23% off
        €195 €151
      • MEL 11:05 AM
        3h 15m
        Nonstop
        CHC 4:20 PM
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Thu, May 7 | Jetstar Airways
        €152
        22% off
        €195 €152
      • MEL 11:05 AM
        3h 20m
        Nonstop
        CHC 4:25 PM
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Mon, May 4 | Jetstar Airways
        €152
        22% off
        €195 €152
      • MEL 11:05 AM
        3h 15m
        Nonstop
        CHC 4:20 PM
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Tue, May 12 | Jetstar Airways
        €152
        22% off
        €195 €152
      • MEL 11:05 AM
        3h 15m
        Nonstop
        CHC 4:20 PM
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Tue, May 5 | Jetstar Airways
        €154
        21% off
        €195 €154
      • MEL 11:05 AM
        3h 15m
        Nonstop
        CHC 4:20 PM
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Fri, May 8 | Jetstar Airways
        €154
        21% off
        €195 €154
      • MEL 11:05 AM
        3h 15m
        Nonstop
        CHC 4:20 PM
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Tue, Apr 21 | Jetstar Airways
        €156
        20% off
        €195 €156
      • MEL 12:05 PM
        3h 15m
        Nonstop
        CHC 5:20 PM
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Tue, Mar 17 | Jetstar Airways
        €163
        16% off
        €195 €163
      • MEL 1:00 PM
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        CHC Invalid Date
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Thu, Mar 19 | Normal Airline
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Displayed flight fares from Melbourne to Christchurch are based on average prices across airlines for the next 3 months, according to the latest Trip.com database.

Trip.com Price Insights: Flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch International Airport

Which month has the lowest one-way flight price from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch International Airport?

The data is based on the average one-way flight prices on Trip.com for flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch International Airport across different months over the past 12 months.

Based on Trip.com data from the past 12 months, if you’re looking for low one-way flight fares from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch International Airport, the best time to book is in May, with an average price of €200. Try to avoid December, when prices are highest, averaging around €296.

€296
€248
€200
€152
    Cheapest
  • €223
    Mar
  • €281
    Apr
  • €200
    May
  • €200
    Jun
  • €246
    Jul
  • €213
    Aug
  • €273
    Sep
  • €239
    Oct
  • €270
    Nov
  • €296
    Dec
  • €244
    Jan
  • €281
    Feb

Which month is the cheapest for round-trip flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch International Airport?

The data is based on the average round-trip flight prices on Trip.com for flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch International Airport across different months over the past 12 months.

Based on Trip.com data from the past 12 months, August is usually the cheapest month to find flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch International Airport, with an average price of €306. In contrast, December is typically the most expensive month, with average prices reaching €574.

€574
€440
€306
€172
    Cheapest
  • €377
    Mar
  • €523
    Apr
  • €460
    May
  • €337
    Jun
  • €390
    Jul
  • €306
    Aug
  • €472
    Sep
  • €318
    Oct
  • €428
    Nov
  • €574
    Dec
  • €410
    Jan
  • €515
    Feb

What is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch International Airport?

The data is based on the average flight prices on Trip.com from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch International Airport across different days of the week over the past 12 months.

Based on Trip.com data from the past 12 months, the cheapest day to depart from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch International Airport is usually Wednesday, with average fares typically lower than other days. Try to avoid departing on Sunday, as prices are usually the highest on that day.

€283
€260
€237
€214
    Cheapest
  • €260
    Mon
  • €243
    Tue
  • €237
    Wed
  • €259
    Thu
  • €270
    Fri
  • €270
    Sat
  • €283
    Sun

Selected Airlines from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch International Airport

See which airlines fly from Melbourne to Christchurch. Find the airline that best meets your travel needs by comparing prices and treat yourself to an enjoyable journey.

Jetstar Airways
From €148
Air New Zealand
From €170
Emirates
From €189
Qantas Airways
From €193
Virgin Australia
From €203
Air Tahiti Nui
From €317
Fiji Airways
From €354
Malaysia Airlines
From €1,346

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Flight Schedule from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch International Airport

Check the schedule for flights from Melbourne to Christchurch and find the flight that best matches your travel plans.

Flight info.
Departure
Arrival
Weekly Schedule

  1. JQ171

    Melbourne Airport

    12:05 PM

    MEL

    3h 15m

    5:20 PM

    CHC

    S M T W T F S
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  2. NZ216

    Melbourne Airport

    6:55 PM

    MEL

    3h 25m

    12:20 AM

    CHC

    - - - - T - S
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Melbourne Airport to Christchurch International Airport Flights Info

Flight distance2,416.51 km
Cheapest one-way ticket price€148
Cheapest return ticket price€262

FAQs for Melbourne Airport to Christchurch International Airport Flights

  • How long is a flight from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch International Airport?

    It takes around 3 hours 26 minutes to fly from Melbourne Airport (mel) to Christchurch International Airport (chc).
  • There are around 7 daily flights from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC).
  • Tickets cost around €200 in May, making it the cheapest month to book. Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC) is a popular route, so don't forget to book your tickets in advance.
  • The route from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC) is quite popular. Without considering departure times or holidays, tickets cost around €349 in April, the most expensive month to book this route.
    • The distance from Christchurch International Airport to downtown is about 9 km. It takes about 20 minutes by taxi.
  • Jetstar Airways is a very popular airline operating an average of 2229 flights per month.

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