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Melbourne Airport to Christchurch flight

Explore the cheapest one-way and round-trip flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch over the next 90 days, with one-way fares from €190 and round-trip from €299. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

      • Cheapest nonstop
        MEL 7:10 PM
        3h 25m
        Nonstop
        CHC 12:35 AM
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Sat, Nov 7 | Air New Zealand
        CHC 6:05 AM
        3h 55m
        Nonstop
        MEL 8:00 AM
        Christchurch - Melbourne | Thu, Nov 12 | Qantas Airways
        €299 €443
        33% off
        33% off
        €443 €299
      • MEL 7:10 PM
        3h 25m
        Nonstop
        CHC 12:35 AM
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Wed, Nov 4 | Air New Zealand
        CHC 6:00 AM
        4h
        Nonstop
        MEL 8:00 AM
        Christchurch - Melbourne | Wed, Nov 11 | Air New Zealand
        €310 €443
        30% off
        30% off
        €443 €310
      • MEL 6:20 PM
        3h 25m
        Nonstop
        CHC 11:45 PM
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Fri, Nov 6 | Air New Zealand
        CHC 6:00 AM
        4h
        Nonstop
        MEL 8:00 AM
        Christchurch - Melbourne | Thu, Nov 12 | Air New Zealand
        €310 €443
        30% off
        30% off
        €443 €310
      • MEL 7:10 PM
        3h 25m
        Nonstop
        CHC 12:35 AM
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Thu, Nov 12 | Air New Zealand
        CHC 4:00 PM
        4h
        Nonstop
        MEL 6:00 PM
        Christchurch - Melbourne | Thu, Nov 19 | Air New Zealand
        €310
        30% off
        €443 €310
      • MEL 7:10 PM
        3h 25m
        Nonstop
        CHC 12:35 AM
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Mon, Nov 2 | Air New Zealand
        CHC 6:00 AM
        4h
        Nonstop
        MEL 8:00 AM
        Christchurch - Melbourne | Fri, Nov 6 | Air New Zealand
        €310
        30% off
        €443 €310
      • MEL 6:20 PM
        3h 25m
        Nonstop
        CHC 11:45 PM
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Fri, Nov 20 | Air New Zealand
        CHC 6:00 AM
        4h
        Nonstop
        MEL 8:00 AM
        Christchurch - Melbourne | Mon, Nov 23 | Air New Zealand
        €311
        30% off
        €443 €311
      • MEL 6:40 PM
        3h 30m
        Nonstop
        CHC 12:10 AM
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Fri, Oct 23 | Qantas Airways
        CHC 9:15 AM
        3h 50m
        Nonstop
        MEL 11:05 AM
        Christchurch - Melbourne | Tue, Oct 27 | Jetstar Airways
        €312
        30% off
        €443 €312
      • MEL 6:50 PM
        3h 20m
        Nonstop
        CHC 12:10 AM
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Sun, Nov 8 | Qantas Airways
        CHC 3:45 PM
        3h 55m
        Nonstop
        MEL 5:40 PM
        Christchurch - Melbourne | Fri, Nov 13 | Qantas Airways
        €312
        30% off
        €443 €312
      • MEL 8:15 AM
        7h 55m
        1 stop
        CHC 6:10 PM
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Wed, Nov 11 | Air New Zealand
        CHC 6:00 AM
        4h
        Nonstop
        MEL 8:00 AM
        Christchurch - Melbourne | Sun, Nov 15 | Air New Zealand
        €303
        32% off
        €443 €303
      • MEL 7:10 PM
        10h 15m
        1 stop
        CHC 7:25 AM
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Mon, Nov 16 | Air New Zealand
        CHC 5:45 AM
        7h 10m
        1 stop
        MEL 10:55 AM
        Christchurch - Melbourne | Sun, Nov 22 | Air New Zealand
        €310
        30% off
        €443 €310
      • MEL 8:15 AM
        7h 15m
        1 stop
        CHC 5:30 PM
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Tue, Nov 3 | Air New Zealand
        CHC 6:00 AM
        4h
        Nonstop
        MEL 8:00 AM
        Christchurch - Melbourne | Sun, Nov 8 | Air New Zealand
        €314
        28% off
        €443 €314
      • MEL 8:15 AM
        7h 55m
        1 stop
        CHC 6:10 PM
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Tue, Nov 10 | Air New Zealand
        CHC 4:00 PM
        4h
        Nonstop
        MEL 6:00 PM
        Christchurch - Melbourne | Sat, Nov 14 | Air New Zealand
        €314
        28% off
        €443 €314
      • MEL 1:00 PM
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        CHC 2:00 PM
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Sat, Sep 26 | Normal Airline
        CHC 3:00 PM
        6h
        Nonstop
        MEL 4:00 PM
        Christchurch - Melbourne | Mon, Sep 28 | Normal Airline
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      • Cheapest nonstop
        MEL 12:05 PM
        3h 15m
        Nonstop
        CHC 5:20 PM
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Tue, Oct 27 | Jetstar Airways
        €190 €303
        37% off
        37% off
        €303 €190
      • MEL 12:05 PM
        3h 15m
        Nonstop
        CHC 5:20 PM
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Mon, Nov 23 | Jetstar Airways
        €200 €303
        34% off
        34% off
        €303 €200
      • MEL 6:50 PM
        3h 20m
        Nonstop
        CHC 12:10 AM
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Thu, Nov 5 | Qantas Airways
        €202 €303
        33% off
        33% off
        €303 €202
      • MEL 9:05 AM
        3h 25m
        Nonstop
        CHC 2:30 PM
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Tue, Nov 3 | Air New Zealand
        €203
        33% off
        €303 €203
      • MEL 9:05 AM
        3h 25m
        Nonstop
        CHC 2:30 PM
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Sat, Oct 31 | Air New Zealand
        €205
        32% off
        €303 €205
      • MEL 7:10 PM
        3h 25m
        Nonstop
        CHC 12:35 AM
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Thu, Nov 19 | Air New Zealand
        €205
        32% off
        €303 €205
      • MEL 9:05 AM
        3h 25m
        Nonstop
        CHC 2:30 PM
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Mon, Nov 23 | Air New Zealand
        €207
        32% off
        €303 €207
      • MEL 12:05 PM
        3h 15m
        Nonstop
        CHC 5:20 PM
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Thu, Nov 19 | Jetstar Airways
        €214
        28% off
        €303 €214
      • MEL 6:20 PM
        3h 25m
        Nonstop
        CHC 11:45 PM
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Sun, Nov 8 | Air New Zealand
        €215
        28% off
        €303 €215
      • MEL 7:10 PM
        3h 25m
        Nonstop
        CHC 12:35 AM
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Wed, Nov 4 | Air New Zealand
        €215
        28% off
        €303 €215
      • MEL 11:55 PM
        20h 25m
        1 stop
        CHC 10:20 PM
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Sun, Nov 8 | Jetstar Airways
        €190
        37% off
        €303 €190
      • MEL 8:00 AM
        22h 10m
        1 stop
        CHC 8:10 AM
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Sun, Nov 15 | Air New Zealand
        €210
        31% off
        €303 €210
      • MEL 1:00 PM
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        CHC 2:00 PM
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Sat, Sep 26 | Normal Airline
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Flight fares from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch are based on average airline prices for the next 3 months, according to Trip.com’s latest data.

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

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

The data is based on the average one-way flight prices on Trip.com for flights from Melbourne Airport to 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 , the best time to book is in May, with an average price of €224. Try to avoid September, when prices are highest, averaging around €321.

€321
€273
€224
€176
    Cheapest
  • €321
    Sep
  • €248
    Oct
  • €280
    Nov
  • €307
    Dec
  • €254
    Jan
  • €292
    Feb
  • €241
    Mar
  • €288
    Apr
  • €224
    May
  • €260
    Jun
  • €263
    Jul
  • €263
    Aug

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

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

Based on Trip.com data from the past 12 months, October is usually the cheapest month to find flights from Melbourne Airport to , with an average price of €330. In contrast, September is typically the most expensive month, with average prices reaching €645.

€645
€488
€330
€173
    Cheapest
  • €645
    Sep
  • €330
    Oct
  • €445
    Nov
  • €596
    Dec
  • €425
    Jan
  • €534
    Feb
  • €449
    Mar
  • €514
    Apr
  • €357
    May
  • €483
    Jun
  • €486
    Jul
  • €399
    Aug

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

The data is based on the average flight prices on Trip.com from Melbourne Airport to 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 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.

€303
€280
€257
€234
    Cheapest
  • €272
    Mon
  • €267
    Tue
  • €257
    Wed
  • €270
    Thu
  • €278
    Fri
  • €301
    Sat
  • €303
    Sun

Which airlines are the most popular for Melbourne Airport to Christchurch flights?

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

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

Flight info.
Departure
Arrival
Weekly Schedule

  1. JQ171

    Melbourne Airport

    11:05 AM

    MEL

    3h 20m

    4:25 PM

    CHC

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  2. QF169

    Melbourne Airport

    6:40 PM

    MEL

    3h 30m

    12:10 AM

    CHC

    S M T W T - S
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  3. EK5389

    Melbourne Airport

    6:40 PM

    MEL

    3h 30m

    12:10 AM

    CHC

    S M T W T - S
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  4. NZ216

    Melbourne Airport

    6:10 PM

    MEL

    3h 25m

    11:35 PM

    CHC

    S M T W T - S
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  5. NZ214

    Melbourne Airport

    9:10 AM

    MEL

    3h 25m

    2:35 PM

    CHC

    - M - W - F -
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  6. NZ120

    Melbourne Airport

    8:35 AM

    MEL

    3h 40m

    Nonstop

    2:15 PM

    AKL

    S M T W T F S
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  7. NZ569

    Auckland Airport

    8:00 PM

    AKL

    1h 25m

    Nonstop

    9:25 PM

    CHC

    S - - W T F S

  8. JQ217

    Melbourne Airport

    11:55 PM

    MEL

    3h 35m

    Nonstop

    5:30 AM

    AKL

    S M T W T F S
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  9. JQ239

    Auckland Airport

    7:35 PM

    AKL

    1h 25m

    Nonstop

    9:00 PM

    CHC

    S M T W T - S

  10. NZ120

    Melbourne Airport

    8:35 AM

    MEL

    3h 40m

    Nonstop

    2:15 PM

    AKL

    S M T W T F S
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  11. NZ519

    Auckland Airport

    6:45 AM

    AKL

    1h 25m

    Nonstop

    8:10 AM

    CHC

    S M T W T F S
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What to know about flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch?

Cheapest round-trip ticket price €299
Cheapest one-way flight price €182
Off-season for travel September
Peak season for travel June

FAQs for Melbourne Airport to Christchurch Flights

  • When is peak season for travel to Christchurch?

    ؜The peak travel time for visiting Christchurch is October. During this time, flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch are the most expensive. Cheap tickets can still be booked on Trip.com.
  • Flights from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC) take around 3 hours 15 minutes.
  • Jetstar Airways is a very popular airline operating an average of 2229 flights per month.
    • The distance from Christchurch International Airport to downtown is about 9 km. It takes about 20 minutes by taxi.
  • Yes. Qantas Airways, Air New Zealand and Jetstar Airways operate direct flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch. The average flight time is approximately 3 hours 3 minutes, with about 2 flights per week. Actual schedules may vary by season.
  • The cheapest one-way flight from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch currently starts from €190, with round-trip fares from €299. The lowest fare is offered by Jetstar Airways departing on Sun, Nov 8; prices are subject to availability.
  • Yes. The average flight time from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch is about 3 hours 1 minute. Actual flight time may vary due to routing, weather, and air traffic.
  • Currently, multiple airlines offer flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch, including: Jetstar Airways Qantas Airways Air New Zealand Emirates Virgin Australia The selected airlines are based on Trip.com user booking data from the past 90 days.
  • Based on Trip.com flight data for departures within the next 30 days, the average one-way fare from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch is €346, and the average round-trip fare is €548. Prices may vary depending on the departure date, airline, and availability.
  • Flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch are usually cheapest in May, with an average one-way fare of about €346. Prices may vary depending on the departure date, airline, and availability.
  • The earliest flight from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch departs at 09:10, and the latest one departs at 18:40. There are approximately 4 flights per day. Flight times may change, so please check the latest departure and arrival times before your trip.
  • Flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch usually arrive at Christchurch International Airport. Christchurch International Airport is the most convenient option for this route.
  • IndiGoand Jetstar Airways are the most popular budget airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch. Basic fares start from €190. Before comparing final prices, watch out for baggage, seat selection, and payment surcharges.

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