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Christchurch International Airport to Melbourne Airport flight

Explore the cheapest one-way and round-trip flights from Christchurch International Airport to Melbourne Airport over the next 90 days, with one-way fares from AU$ 198 and round-trip from AU$ 476. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

Displayed flight fares from Christchurch to Melbourne are based on average prices across airlines for the next 3 months, according to the latest Trip.com database.

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

What is the cheapest month to fly from Christchurch International Airport to Melbourne Airport?

The data is based on the past 12 months and shows the average one-way ticket prices from Christchurch International Airport to Melbourne Airport for each month in the Trip.com database.

Based on Trip.com’s data from the past 12 months, if you’re looking for a low-cost one-way ticket from Christchurch International Airport to Melbourne Airport, the best time to buy is in November, with an average price of AU$ 279. You’ll want to avoid April, when the average price can reach as high as AU$ 430.

AU$ 430
AU$ 355
AU$ 279
AU$ 204
  • AU$ 279
    Nov
  • AU$ 336
    Dec
  • AU$ 349
    Jan
  • AU$ 314
    Feb
  • AU$ 356
    Mar
  • AU$ 430
    Apr
  • AU$ 292
    May
  • AU$ 284
    Jun
  • AU$ 339
    Jul
  • AU$ 293
    Aug
  • AU$ 338
    Sep
  • AU$ 357
    Oct

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

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

Based on Trip.com’s data from the past 12 months, November is typically the cheapest month to find flights from Christchurch International Airport to Melbourne Airport, with an average price of AU$ 463. In contrast, January is usually the most expensive month, with average fares reaching AU$ 883.

AU$ 883
AU$ 673
AU$ 463
AU$ 253
  • AU$ 463
    Nov
  • AU$ 666
    Dec
  • AU$ 883
    Jan
  • AU$ 583
    Feb
  • AU$ 640
    Mar
  • AU$ 808
    Apr
  • AU$ 508
    May
  • AU$ 732
    Jun
  • AU$ 694
    Jul
  • AU$ 628
    Aug
  • AU$ 638
    Sep
  • AU$ 715
    Oct

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

The data is based on the past 12 months and shows the average ticket prices from Christchurch International Airport to Melbourne 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 Christchurch International Airport to Melbourne Airport is Monday, 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.

AU$ 368
AU$ 346
AU$ 324
AU$ 302
  • AU$ 324
    Mon
  • AU$ 336
    Tue
  • AU$ 343
    Wed
  • AU$ 328
    Thu
  • AU$ 348
    Fri
  • AU$ 347
    Sat
  • AU$ 368
    Sun

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

The cheapest airline flying from Christchurch International Airport to Melbourne Airport is Jetstar Airways (from AU$ 205) among 6 carriers operating this route. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

Jetstar Airways
From AU$ 205
Qantas Airways
From AU$ 212
Air New Zealand
From AU$ 220
Emirates
From AU$ 221
China Southern Airlines
From AU$ 1,298
Qatar Airways
From AU$ 1,301

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What is the flight schedule from Christchurch International Airport to Melbourne Airport?

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

Flight info.
Departure
Arrival
Weekly Schedule
  1. JQ172

    09:20

    CHC

    3h 45m

    10:05

    MEL

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  2. NZ213

    06:00

    CHC

    4h

    08:00

    MEL

    S M T W T F S
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  3. QF170

    15:45

    CHC

    3h 55m

    17:40

    MEL

    S M T W T F S
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  4. QF168

    06:05

    CHC

    3h 55m

    08:00

    MEL

    S - - W T F -
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  5. EK5070

    06:20

    CHC

    3h 50m

    08:10

    MEL

    S - - W T F -
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  6. NZ215

    16:00

    CHC

    4h

    18:00

    MEL

    S - - - - F -
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  7. NZ588

    21:10

    CHC

    1h 25m

    Direct

    22:35

    AKL

    S - T W T - S
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  8. NZ123

    06:45

    AKL

    4h 10m

    Direct

    08:55

    MEL

    S M - - T - S
  9. NZ588

    21:10

    CHC

    1h 25m

    Direct

    22:35

    AKL

    S - T W T - S
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  10. NZ125

    15:50

    AKL

    4h 10m

    Direct

    18:00

    MEL

    S - T W T F S
  11. NZ588

    21:10

    CHC

    1h 25m

    Direct

    22:35

    AKL

    S - T W T - S
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  12. NZ129

    19:20

    AKL

    4h 15m

    Direct

    21:35

    MEL

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

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

Flight distance 2,416.51km
Cheapest one-way ticket price AU$ 198
Cheapest return ticket price AU$ 476

FAQs for Christchurch International Airport to Melbourne Airport Flights

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

    Christchurch International Airport to Melbourne Airport takes about 3 hours 34 minutes on average. Actual flight time may vary depending on route, weather and air traffic.
  • There are around 7 daily flights from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Melbourne Airport (MEL).
  • The earliest flight from Christchurch International Airport to Melbourne Airport departs at 06:00, and the last departs at 16:00, 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 Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Melbourne Airport (MEL) is quite popular. Without considering departure times or holidays, tickets cost around AU$ 370 in January, the most expensive month to book this route.
  • The earliest flight departs from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) at 06:00 and arrives in Melbourne Airport (MEL) at 07:55.
  • The latest flight departs from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) at 20:30 and arrives in Melbourne Airport (MEL) at 22:15.
    • The distance from Melbourne Airport to downtown is about 18km, by taxi about 30 minutes.
    • The distance from Avalon Airport to downtown is about 50km, by taxi about 1 hour 10 minutes.
    • The distance from Essendon Airport to downtown is about 11km, by taxi about 30 minutes.
  • The closest airport to Melbourne Airport (MEL) is Essendon Airport. The distance is around 8km.
  • Qantas Airways is a very popular airline operating an average of 1802 flights per month.
  • One-way flights from Christchurch International Airport to Melbourne Airport currently start from AU$ 198, and round-trip fares start from AU$ 476. The current lowest fare is a Air New Zealand flight departing on Wed, Nov 11; prices may vary depending on availability.
  • Yes. Qantas Airways, Air New Zealand and Jetstar Airways operate direct flights from Christchurch International Airport to Melbourne Airport, with an average flight time of 3 hours 28 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 Christchurch International Airport to Melbourne Airport is AU$ 323. Prices may vary depending on the departure date, airline, and availability.
  • IndiGo and Jetstar Airways are the most popular budget airlines flying from Christchurch International Airport to Melbourne Airport, with one-way fares starting from AU$ 198. Compare final prices carefully, as baggage, seat selection and payment fees may apply.
  • Christchurch International Airport to Melbourne Airport operates around 27 weekly flights, mainly by Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways and Jetstar Airways. Actual frequency may vary during holidays and seasonal schedule adjustments.
  • Enter Christchurch International Airport and Melbourne 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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