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Melbourne Airport to Christchurch International Airport flight

Explore the cheapest one-way and round-trip flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch International Airport over the next 90 days, with one-way fares from MYR 930 and round-trip from MYR 1,495. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

      • Cheapest nonstop
        MEL 11:05
        3h 20m
        Nonstop
        CHC 16:25
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Wed, Sep 23 | Jetstar Airways
        CHC 06:20
        3h 50m
        Nonstop
        MEL 08:10
        Christchurch - Melbourne | Sat, Sep 26 | Emirates
        MYR 1,509 MYR 2,021
        25% off
        25% off
        MYR 2,021 MYR 1,509
      • MEL 12:05
        3h 15m
        Nonstop
        CHC 17:20
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Thu, Nov 19 | Jetstar Airways
        CHC 06:05
        3h 55m
        Nonstop
        MEL 08:00
        Christchurch - Melbourne | Mon, Nov 23 | Emirates
        MYR 1,555 MYR 2,021
        23% off
        23% off
        MYR 2,021 MYR 1,555
      • MEL 19:10
        3h 25m
        Nonstop
        CHC 00:35
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Thu, Nov 19 | Air New Zealand
        CHC 15:45
        3h 55m
        Nonstop
        MEL 17:40
        Christchurch - Melbourne | Mon, Nov 23 | Emirates
        MYR 1,555 MYR 2,021
        23% off
        23% off
        MYR 2,021 MYR 1,555
      • MEL 19:10
        3h 25m
        Nonstop
        CHC 00:35
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Tue, Nov 17 | Air New Zealand
        CHC 15:45
        3h 55m
        Nonstop
        MEL 17:40
        Christchurch - Melbourne | Sun, Nov 22 | Emirates
        MYR 1,555
        23% off
        MYR 2,021 MYR 1,555
      • MEL 12:05
        3h 20m
        Nonstop
        CHC 17:25
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Tue, Nov 10 | Jetstar Airways
        CHC 09:15
        3h 50m
        Nonstop
        MEL 11:05
        Christchurch - Melbourne | Sat, Nov 14 | Jetstar Airways
        MYR 1,560
        23% off
        MYR 2,021 MYR 1,560
      • MEL 18:10
        3h 25m
        Nonstop
        CHC 23:35
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Sat, Nov 7 | Air New Zealand
        CHC 09:15
        3h 50m
        Nonstop
        MEL 11:05
        Christchurch - Melbourne | Thu, Nov 12 | Jetstar Airways
        MYR 1,564
        23% off
        MYR 2,021 MYR 1,564
      • MEL 18:10
        3h 25m
        Nonstop
        CHC 23:35
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Mon, Nov 9 | Air New Zealand
        CHC 09:15
        3h 50m
        Nonstop
        MEL 11:05
        Christchurch - Melbourne | Sun, Nov 15 | Jetstar Airways
        MYR 1,567
        22% off
        MYR 2,021 MYR 1,567
      • MEL 18:30
        3h 25m
        Nonstop
        CHC 23:55
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Sun, Nov 8 | Air New Zealand
        CHC 09:15
        3h 50m
        Nonstop
        MEL 11:05
        Christchurch - Melbourne | Sun, Nov 15 | Jetstar Airways
        MYR 1,570
        22% off
        MYR 2,021 MYR 1,570
      • MEL 18:10
        3h 25m
        Nonstop
        CHC 23:35
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Sat, Oct 31 | Air New Zealand
        CHC 09:20
        3h 45m
        Nonstop
        MEL 11:05
        Christchurch - Melbourne | Sat, Nov 7 | Jetstar Airways
        MYR 1,575
        22% off
        MYR 2,021 MYR 1,575
      • MEL 18:10
        3h 25m
        Nonstop
        CHC 23:35
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Mon, Nov 2 | Air New Zealand
        CHC 09:20
        3h 45m
        Nonstop
        MEL 11:05
        Christchurch - Melbourne | Thu, Nov 5 | Jetstar Airways
        MYR 1,576
        22% off
        MYR 2,021 MYR 1,576
      • MEL 11:05
        3h 20m
        Nonstop
        CHC 16:25
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Thu, Oct 1 | Jetstar Airways
        CHC 08:20
        3h 45m
        Nonstop
        MEL 10:05
        Christchurch - Melbourne | Sat, Oct 3 | Jetstar Airways
        MYR 1,576
        22% off
        MYR 2,021 MYR 1,576
      • MEL 08:15
        7h 55m
        1 stop
        CHC 18:10
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Fri, Nov 20 | Air New Zealand
        CHC 06:00
        4h
        Nonstop
        MEL 08:00
        Christchurch - Melbourne | Fri, Nov 27 | Air New Zealand
        MYR 1,495
        26% off
        MYR 2,021 MYR 1,495
      • MEL 13:00
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        CHC 14:00
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Wed, Sep 23 | Normal Airline
        CHC 15:00
        6h
        Nonstop
        MEL 16:00
        Christchurch - Melbourne | Fri, Sep 25 | Normal Airline
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      • Cheapest nonstop
        MEL 19:10
        3h 25m
        Nonstop
        CHC 00:35
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Wed, Nov 11 | Air New Zealand
        MYR 943 MYR 1,248
        24% off
        24% off
        MYR 1,248 MYR 943
      • MEL 18:20
        3h 25m
        Nonstop
        CHC 23:45
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Thu, Nov 5 | Air New Zealand
        MYR 943 MYR 1,248
        24% off
        24% off
        MYR 1,248 MYR 943
      • MEL 18:10
        3h 25m
        Nonstop
        CHC 23:35
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Sun, Oct 25 | Air New Zealand
        MYR 943 MYR 1,248
        24% off
        24% off
        MYR 1,248 MYR 943
      • MEL 19:10
        3h 25m
        Nonstop
        CHC 00:35
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Wed, Nov 18 | Air New Zealand
        MYR 944
        24% off
        MYR 1,248 MYR 944
      • MEL 19:10
        3h 25m
        Nonstop
        CHC 00:35
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Fri, Nov 20 | Air New Zealand
        MYR 944
        24% off
        MYR 1,248 MYR 944
      • MEL 19:10
        3h 25m
        Nonstop
        CHC 00:35
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Fri, Nov 13 | Air New Zealand
        MYR 944
        24% off
        MYR 1,248 MYR 944
      • MEL 19:10
        3h 25m
        Nonstop
        CHC 00:35
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Sun, Nov 8 | Air New Zealand
        MYR 944
        24% off
        MYR 1,248 MYR 944
      • MEL 18:20
        3h 25m
        Nonstop
        CHC 23:45
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Thu, Nov 19 | Air New Zealand
        MYR 950
        24% off
        MYR 1,248 MYR 950
      • MEL 18:10
        3h 25m
        Nonstop
        CHC 23:35
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Sun, Oct 18 | Air New Zealand
        MYR 967
        23% off
        MYR 1,248 MYR 967
      • MEL 18:30
        3h 25m
        Nonstop
        CHC 23:55
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Mon, Nov 2 | Air New Zealand
        MYR 973
        22% off
        MYR 1,248 MYR 973
      • MEL 23:55
        16h 30m
        1 stop
        CHC 18:25
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Sat, Nov 14 | Jetstar Airways
        MYR 930
        25% off
        MYR 1,248 MYR 930
      • MEL 18:55
        25h 15m
        1 stop
        CHC 22:10
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Thu, Oct 15 | Air New Zealand
        MYR 972
        22% off
        MYR 1,248 MYR 972
      • MEL 13:00
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        CHC 14:00
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Wed, Sep 23 | Normal Airline
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Displayed flight fares from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch International Airport 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

What is the cheapest month for one-way flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch International Airport?

Data is based on average one-way flight prices from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch International Airport in Trip.com's database over the past 12 months.

Based on Trip.com’s data from the past 12 months, if you’re looking for a low-cost one-way ticket from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch International Airport, the best time to buy is in May, with an average price of MYR 1,042. You’ll want to avoid September, when the average price can reach as high as MYR 1,489.

MYR 1,489
MYR 1,266
MYR 1,042
MYR 819
    Cheapest
  • MYR 1,489
    Sep
  • MYR 1,153
    Oct
  • MYR 1,301
    Nov
  • MYR 1,427
    Dec
  • MYR 1,177
    Jan
  • MYR 1,355
    Feb
  • MYR 1,117
    Mar
  • MYR 1,335
    Apr
  • MYR 1,042
    May
  • MYR 1,205
    Jun
  • MYR 1,221
    Jul
  • MYR 1,221
    Aug

What’s the cheapest month to fly round-trip from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch International Airport?

The data is based on the past 12 months and shows the average monthly round-trip fares from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch International Airport in the Trip.com database.

Based on Trip.com’s data from the past 12 months, October is typically the cheapest month to find flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch International Airport, with an average price of MYR 1,534. In contrast, September is usually the most expensive month, with average fares reaching MYR 2,997.

MYR 2,997
MYR 2,266
MYR 1,534
MYR 803
    Cheapest
  • MYR 2,997
    Sep
  • MYR 1,534
    Oct
  • MYR 2,065
    Nov
  • MYR 2,770
    Dec
  • MYR 1,975
    Jan
  • MYR 2,482
    Feb
  • MYR 2,087
    Mar
  • MYR 2,386
    Apr
  • MYR 1,659
    May
  • MYR 2,243
    Jun
  • MYR 2,256
    Jul
  • MYR 1,855
    Aug

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

The data is based on the past 12 months and shows the average ticket prices from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch International Airport for each day of the week in the Trip.com database.

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

MYR 1,399
MYR 1,297
MYR 1,194
MYR 1,092
    Cheapest
  • MYR 1,257
    Mon
  • MYR 1,239
    Tue
  • MYR 1,194
    Wed
  • MYR 1,253
    Thu
  • MYR 1,282
    Fri
  • MYR 1,363
    Sat
  • MYR 1,399
    Sun

Which airline offers the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch International Airport?

The cheapest airline flying from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch International Airport is Jetstar Airways (from MYR 886) among 7 carriers operating this route. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

Jetstar Airways
From MYR 886
Air New Zealand
From MYR 918
Qantas Airways
From MYR 981
Virgin Australia
From MYR 1,081
Emirates
From MYR 1,097
Air Tahiti Nui
From MYR 2,616
Fiji Airways
From MYR 3,079

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What is the 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

    11:05

    MEL

    3h 20m

    16:25

    CHC

    S M T W T F S
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  2. QF169

    Melbourne Airport

    18:40

    MEL

    3h 30m

    00:10

    CHC

    S M T W T - S
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  3. QF167

    Melbourne Airport

    09:15

    MEL

    3h 30m

    14:45

    CHC

    S M T W T F S
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  4. EK5389

    Melbourne Airport

    18:40

    MEL

    3h 30m

    00:10

    CHC

    S M T W T - S
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  5. EK5069

    Melbourne Airport

    09:15

    MEL

    3h 30m

    14:45

    CHC

    S - T - T F S
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  6. NZ216

    Melbourne Airport

    18:30

    MEL

    3h 25m

    23:55

    CHC

    S M T W T - S
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  7. NZ214

    Melbourne Airport

    09:10

    MEL

    3h 25m

    14:35

    CHC

    S M - W - F -
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  8. VA7116

    Melbourne Airport

    18:30

    MEL

    3h 25m

    23:55

    CHC

    S M T W T - S
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  9. NZ122

    Melbourne Airport

    12:10

    MEL

    3h 35m

    Nonstop

    17:45

    AKL

    S M T W T F S
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  10. NZ573

    Auckland Airport

    20:45

    AKL

    1h 25m

    Nonstop

    22:10

    CHC

    S M T W T F S

  11. NZ120

    Melbourne Airport

    08:35

    MEL

    3h 40m

    Nonstop

    14:15

    AKL

    S M T W T F S
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  12. NZ569

    Auckland Airport

    20:00

    AKL

    1h 25m

    Nonstop

    21:25

    CHC

    - - T W T F S
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About Melbourne Airport and Christchurch International Airport

Learn about Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Christchurch International Airport (CHC) — including location, terminals, transportation, and travel tips.

Flight distance2,416.51 km
Cheapest one-way ticket priceMYR 930
Cheapest return ticket priceMYR 1,495

FAQs for Melbourne Airport to Christchurch International Airport Flights

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

    Melbourne Airport to Christchurch International Airport takes about 3 hours 1 minute on average. Actual flight time may vary depending on route, weather and air traffic.
  • There are around 8 daily flights from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC).
  • The earliest flight from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch International Airport departs at 09:10, and the last departs at 18:40, with about 5 flights per day. Flight times may change, so please check the latest departure and arrival times before you travel.
  • The route from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC) is quite popular. Without considering departure times or holidays, tickets cost around MYR 2,230 in September, the most expensive month to book this route.
  • The earliest flight departs from Melbourne Airport (MEL) at 09:10 and arrives in Christchurch International Airport (CHC) at 14:30.
  • The latest flight departs from Melbourne Airport (MEL) at 19:00 and arrives in Christchurch International Airport (CHC) at 00:20.
    • The distance from Christchurch International Airport to downtown is about 9 km, by taxi about 20 minutes.
  • Jetstar Airways is a very popular airline operating an average of 2229 flights per month.
  • One-way flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch International Airport currently start from MYR 930, and round-trip fares start from MYR 1,495. The current lowest fare is a Jetstar Airways flight departing on Sat, Nov 14; prices may vary depending on availability.
  • Yes. Qantas Airways, Air New Zealand and Jetstar Airways operate direct flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch International Airport, with an average flight time of 2 hours 58 minutes, and around 26 weekly flights. Actual flight frequency may vary by season.
  • Based on Trip.com flight data for departures within the next 30 days with at most one stop, the average one-way price from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch International Airport is MYR 1,404. Prices may vary depending on the departure date, airline, and availability.
  • IndiGo and Jetstar Airways are the most popular budget airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch International Airport, with one-way fares starting from MYR 930. Compare final prices carefully, as baggage, seat selection and payment fees may apply.
  • Melbourne Airport to Christchurch International Airport operates around 18 weekly flights, mainly by Qantas Airways, Jetstar Airways and Air New Zealand. Actual frequency may vary during holidays and seasonal schedule adjustments.
  • Enter Melbourne Airport and Christchurch International Airport, select your departure date and number of passengers, then compare flights by price, flight duration, and baggage allowance. Once you've chosen a fare, review the change and refund rules, fill in passenger details, and pay to receive your booking confirmation.

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