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Auckland to Melbourne Flight Information

The approximate distance between Auckland and Melbourne is 2,631.83km. Average flight time from Auckland to Melbourne is around 4 hours 7 minutes. According to Trip.com data, travel demand hits its peak in January. The cheapest month to book flights is October.

Cheapest one-way
AU$ 199
Qantas Airways Qantas Airways AKL-MEL 4h 10m · Direct Sat, Oct 3
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Cheapest return
AU$ 474
Air New Zealand Air New Zealand AKL-MEL 4h 15m · Direct Fri, Sep 4 - Fri, Sep 11
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Qantas Airways Qantas Airways Cheapest · From AU$ 199 Jetstar Airways Jetstar Airways Most booked
Best time to book
November
Cheapest
January
Peak season for travel
Route details
2,631.83km
Flight distance
4h 7m
Average flight time

Explore the cheapest flights from Auckland to Melbourne in the next three months. Based on Trip.com's data from the latest 7 days, one-way direct flights start at AU$ 199, and direct return tickets start at AU$ 474.

      • Cheapest nonstop
        AKL 19:20
        4h 15m
        Direct
        MEL 21:35
        Auckland - Melbourne | Fri, Sep 4 | Air New Zealand
        MEL 18:55
        3h 40m
        Direct
        AKL 00:35
        Melbourne - Auckland | Fri, Sep 11 | Air New Zealand
        AU$ 474 AU$ 674
        30% off
        30% off
        AU$ 674 AU$ 474
      • AKL 19:20
        4h 15m
        Direct
        MEL 21:35
        Auckland - Melbourne | Sun, Sep 6 | Air New Zealand
        MEL 18:55
        3h 40m
        Direct
        AKL 00:35
        Melbourne - Auckland | Wed, Sep 9 | Air New Zealand
        AU$ 475 AU$ 674
        30% off
        30% off
        AU$ 674 AU$ 475
      • AKL 19:20
        4h 15m
        Direct
        MEL 21:35
        Auckland - Melbourne | Tue, Sep 15 | Air New Zealand
        MEL 18:55
        3h 40m
        Direct
        AKL 00:35
        Melbourne - Auckland | Mon, Sep 21 | Air New Zealand
        AU$ 475 AU$ 674
        30% off
        30% off
        AU$ 674 AU$ 475
      • AKL 19:20
        4h 15m
        Direct
        MEL 21:35
        Auckland - Melbourne | Sat, Sep 5 | Air New Zealand
        MEL 18:55
        3h 40m
        Direct
        AKL 00:35
        Melbourne - Auckland | Thu, Sep 10 | Air New Zealand
        AU$ 477
        28% off
        AU$ 674 AU$ 477
      • AKL 20:40
        4h 5m
        Direct
        MEL 22:45
        Auckland - Melbourne | Wed, Sep 2 | Jetstar Airways
        MEL 23:55
        3h 35m
        Direct
        AKL 05:30
        Melbourne - Auckland | Sat, Sep 5 | Jetstar Airways
        AU$ 477
        28% off
        AU$ 674 AU$ 477
      • AKL 15:15
        4h 10m
        Direct
        MEL 17:25
        Auckland - Melbourne | Sat, Aug 22 | Qantas Airways
        MEL 09:25
        3h 40m
        Direct
        AKL 15:05
        Melbourne - Auckland | Sat, Aug 29 | Qantas Airways
        AU$ 483
        28% off
        AU$ 674 AU$ 483
      • AKL 06:10
        4h 10m
        Direct
        MEL 08:20
        Auckland - Melbourne | Fri, Oct 16 | Qantas Airways
        MEL 18:30
        3h 40m
        Direct
        AKL 00:10
        Melbourne - Auckland | Tue, Oct 20 | Qantas Airways
        AU$ 485
        28% off
        AU$ 674 AU$ 485
      • AKL 20:35
        4h 10m
        Direct
        MEL 22:45
        Auckland - Melbourne | Tue, Sep 15 | Qantas Airways
        MEL 13:30
        3h 40m
        Direct
        AKL 19:10
        Melbourne - Auckland | Mon, Sep 21 | Qantas Airways
        AU$ 485
        28% off
        AU$ 674 AU$ 485
      • AKL 06:10
        4h 10m
        Direct
        MEL 08:20
        Auckland - Melbourne | Thu, Sep 24 | Qantas Airways
        MEL 06:35
        3h 40m
        Direct
        AKL 13:15
        Melbourne - Auckland | Sun, Sep 27 | Qantas Airways
        AU$ 485
        28% off
        AU$ 674 AU$ 485
      • AKL 20:35
        4h 10m
        Direct
        MEL 22:45
        Auckland - Melbourne | Tue, Oct 13 | Qantas Airways
        MEL 09:25
        3h 40m
        Direct
        AKL 15:05
        Melbourne - Auckland | Tue, Oct 20 | Qantas Airways
        AU$ 485
        28% off
        AU$ 674 AU$ 485
      • AKL 13:00
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        MEL 14:00
        Auckland - Melbourne | Wed, Aug 19 | Normal Airline
        MEL 15:00
        6h
        Direct
        AKL 16:00
        Melbourne - Auckland | Fri, Aug 21 | Normal Airline
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      • Cheapest nonstop
        AKL 07:10
        4h 10m
        Direct
        MEL 08:20
        Auckland - Melbourne | Sat, Oct 3 | Qantas Airways
        AU$ 199 AU$ 300
        34% off
        34% off
        AU$ 300 AU$ 199
      • AKL 15:15
        4h 10m
        Direct
        MEL 17:25
        Auckland - Melbourne | Fri, Oct 16 | Qantas Airways
        AU$ 203 AU$ 300
        32% off
        32% off
        AU$ 300 AU$ 203
      • AKL 20:40
        4h 5m
        Direct
        MEL 22:45
        Auckland - Melbourne | Sun, Sep 20 | Jetstar Airways
        AU$ 211 AU$ 300
        30% off
        30% off
        AU$ 300 AU$ 211
      • AKL 20:40
        4h 5m
        Direct
        MEL 22:45
        Auckland - Melbourne | Sat, Sep 19 | Jetstar Airways
        AU$ 211
        30% off
        AU$ 300 AU$ 211
      • AKL 15:40
        4h 5m
        Direct
        MEL 17:45
        Auckland - Melbourne | Tue, Sep 8 | Jetstar Airways
        AU$ 215
        28% off
        AU$ 300 AU$ 215
      • AKL 20:40
        4h 5m
        Direct
        MEL 22:45
        Auckland - Melbourne | Tue, Sep 1 | Jetstar Airways
        AU$ 215
        28% off
        AU$ 300 AU$ 215
      • AKL 20:40
        4h 5m
        Direct
        MEL 22:45
        Auckland - Melbourne | Fri, Sep 4 | Jetstar Airways
        AU$ 215
        28% off
        AU$ 300 AU$ 215
      • AKL 20:40
        4h 5m
        Direct
        MEL 22:45
        Auckland - Melbourne | Sat, Sep 12 | Jetstar Airways
        AU$ 215
        28% off
        AU$ 300 AU$ 215
      • AKL 15:40
        4h 5m
        Direct
        MEL 17:45
        Auckland - Melbourne | Tue, Sep 15 | Jetstar Airways
        AU$ 215
        28% off
        AU$ 300 AU$ 215
      • AKL 19:20
        4h 15m
        Direct
        MEL 21:35
        Auckland - Melbourne | Tue, Oct 13 | Air New Zealand
        AU$ 216
        28% off
        AU$ 300 AU$ 216
      • AKL 13:00
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        MEL 14:00
        Auckland - Melbourne | Wed, Aug 19 | Normal Airline
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Find Cheapest Airlines Flying from Auckland to Melbourne

Choose from 6 airlines fly from Auckland to Melbourne, including Jetstar Airways, Qantas Airways, and Air New Zealand. Qantas Airways has lowest fares on this route.
Jetstar Airways logo Jetstar Airways
Qantas Airways logo Qantas Airways
Air New Zealand logo Air New Zealand
Emirates logo Emirates
Air Tahiti Nui logo Air Tahiti Nui
Qatar Airways logo Qatar Airways
Airlines are determined based on actual purchased flight tickets from Auckland to Melbourne according to previous 12 months data from Trip.com.

Trip.com Price Insights on Flights from Auckland to Melbourne

What is the cheapest month for one-way flights from Auckland to Melbourne?

Average price of one-way flights from Auckland to Melbourne purchased by Trip.com users by month over the past 12 months.

According to Trip.com's data, the cheapest month for flights from Auckland to Melbourne is November, with an average price of AU$ 228. Conversely, the most expensive month is typically April, with an average price of up to AU$ 315.

AU$ 315
AU$ 272
AU$ 228
AU$ 185
    Cheapest
  • AU$ 252
    Aug
  • AU$ 230
    Sep
  • AU$ 245
    Oct
  • AU$ 228
    Nov
  • AU$ 246
    Dec
  • AU$ 274
    Jan
  • AU$ 228
    Feb
  • AU$ 251
    Mar
  • AU$ 315
    Apr
  • AU$ 307
    May
  • AU$ 283
    Jun
  • AU$ 313
    Jul

What is the cheapest month for return flights from Auckland to Melbourne?

Average price of round-trip flights from Auckland to Melbourne purchased by Trip.com users by month over the past 12 months.

According to historical data from Trip.com, the lowest prices for flights from Auckland to Melbourne are found during August, with an average price of AU$ 514. Conversely, the highest prices are found during April, with an average price of up to AU$ 796.

AU$ 796
AU$ 655
AU$ 514
AU$ 373
  • AU$ 514
    Aug
  • AU$ 608
    Sep
  • AU$ 579
    Oct
  • AU$ 715
    Nov
  • AU$ 787
    Dec
  • AU$ 783
    Jan
  • AU$ 720
    Feb
  • AU$ 712
    Mar
  • AU$ 796
    Apr
  • AU$ 679
    May
  • AU$ 730
    Jun
  • AU$ 733
    Jul

What's the cheapest day to fly from Auckland to Melbourne?

Data is based on the average flight price for each day of the week from Auckland to Melbourne on Trip.com over the past 12 months.

Based on Trip.com data from the past 12 months, the cheapest day to fly from Auckland to Melbourne is Tuesday, with average prices lower than on other days. Avoid Friday, as prices are usually highest then.

AU$ 335
AU$ 320
AU$ 305
AU$ 290
  • AU$ 328
    Mon
  • AU$ 305
    Tue
  • AU$ 314
    Wed
  • AU$ 326
    Thu
  • AU$ 335
    Fri
  • AU$ 321
    Sat
  • AU$ 335
    Sun

Flight FAQs

  • Which airlines offer the cheapest flights from Auckland (AKL) to Melbourne (MEL)?

    Based on Trip.com data, Qantas Airways offers one-way fares as low as AU$ 199 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. AKL to MEL on Sat, Oct 3), while Air New Zealand offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from AU$ 474 departing on Fri, Sep 4 and returning on Fri, Sep 11.
  • At the moment, you can catch a direct flight from Auckland to Melbourne with the following airlines, including: Jetstar Airways Qantas Airways Air New Zealand Emirates Air Tahiti Nui Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.
  • It takes about 4 hours 7 minutes to fly from Auckland (AKL) to Melbourne (MEL).
  • By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Auckland to Melbourne is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.
  • Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 57 flight per week flying from Auckland to Melbourne. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: Qantas Airways: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- QF152 (06:34)
  • To find best deals on flights from Auckland to Melbourne, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
    · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Sat, Oct 3, with one-way flights priced at just AU$ 199.
    · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Qantas Airways.
    · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
    · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
    · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Melbourne travel is around January.
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  • The cheapest months to fly from Auckland to Melbourne is October, when demand for travel is lower.
  • After crunching the numbers on our August flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Auckland to Melbourne on August 25, 2026 with Jetstar Airways, with prices starting at AU$ 199.
  • You can land at any one of the following hubs in Melbourne, with Auckland Airport to Melbourne Airport (AKL-MEL) is by far the most common option on this route: Avalon Airport (AVV) Moorabbin (Harry Hawker) Airport (MBW) Essendon Airport (MEB) Melbourne Airport (MEL).
  • The time difference between Melbourne and Auckland is 2h.
  • Tickets can only be changed or cancelled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.
  • Based on Trip.com data for flights departing in the next 30 days, the average one-way fare from Auckland to Melbourne is AU$ 339. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability.
  • Based on Trip.com data for travel in the next 30 days, the average round-trip fare from Auckland to Melbourne is AU$ 712. The final price depends on the outbound and return dates, airline and fare conditions.
  • Enter Auckland and Melbourne, choose your travel dates and passengers, then compare flights by price, duration and baggage. Select a fare, review the change and cancellation rules, enter traveler details and complete payment to receive your confirmation.
  • Jetstar Airwaysare the most popular budget airlines flying from Auckland to Melbourne. Check baggage, seat and payment fees before comparing the final price.

Auckland to Melbourne by air

Whether you're looking to fly from Auckland to Melbourne or in search of cheap Auckland to Melbourne flight tickets, Trip.com is here to assist you. We help you find the cheapest airfares by comparing flight prices across various websites. Start your search for the most competitive fares by entering your desired travel date above. Alternatively, explore further to discover valuable information about airlines, flight schedules, expert tips for finding cheap flight tickets, and so much more.

Auckland to Melbourne airfares

The airfares for Auckland and Melbourne are subject to fluctuations. The price of an air ticket is influenced by various factors, including the level of demand, the specific travel dates and times selected, seat availability, and the pricing strategies implemented by different airlines. Additionally, the fares may also be adjusted based on the travel class you choose, whether it's first class, business class, or economy class.

How to find cheap flights from Auckland to Melbourne

To obtain the cheapest Auckland to Melbourne air tickets, it takes a combination of flexibility, determination, and a touch of good fortune. Here are some valuable tips to assist you in finding the best prices:

  • 1. Stay flexible with your travel dates and times, as airfares are often more budget-friendly during early mornings, late evenings, and weekdays.
  • 2. Consider nearby alternative airports as they may provide more economical options.
  • 3. Explore booking separate one-way flights with different airlines, as two individual tickets can sometimes be cheaper than a round-trip.
  • 4. Opt for a connecting flight from Auckland to Melbourne to potentially save on costs.
  • 5. Keep a vigilant eye out for unexpected last-minute flight deals that may appear out of the blue.

Airlines from Auckland to Melbourne

Travellers have plenty of choice on reputable airlines that operate flights from Auckland to Melbourne. Air New Zealand,Emirates,Etihad Airways,Qantas Airways operates full service flights from Auckland to Melbourne. They provide a comfortable flying experience with a range of services and amenitie on flight, whereas Jetstar Airways are popular low-cost airlines that offers competitive air fares for travellers.

Auckland to Melbourne flight time

On average, the flight duration from Auckland to Melbourne is approximately 4 hours 15 mins, with the fastest flight completing the journey in just 4 hours 5 mins from Auckland airport to Melbourne airport.

Everything you need to know about Auckland airport

Auckland Airport, with the IATA code AKL, is the primary airport serving Auckland, New Zealand. It comprises two passenger terminals: International Terminal and Domestic Terminal. The airport provides an extensive network of flight routes, connecting Auckland to numerous domestic and international destinations. Traveling to and from the airport is seamless, with the SkyBus, taxis, and private car services offering efficient transportation options. The travel time from the city center to the airport typically ranges from 30 to 45 minutes, depending on traffic conditions.

Arriving at Melbourne airport

Melbourne Airport, known as Tullamarine Airport (MEL), is Melbourne's main international airport. With four terminals offering a range of amenities like shopping, dining, and currency exchange, the airport serves as a hub for both domestic and international flights, connecting Melbourne to destinations worldwide. Convenient transportation options, including taxis, SkyBus shuttles, and public transportation, make traveling between the airport and city center a breeze. The distance of approximately 23 kilometers can be covered in about 25-30 minutes by car or 30-45 minutes by public transportation, depending on traffic conditions.

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Trip.com Airline Insights on Flights from Auckland toMelbourne

Which airlines offer the cheapest nonstop flights from Auckland to Melbourne?

Data is based on the average price of all nonstop flights from Auckland to Melbourne on Trip.com in the past 12 months.

Based on Trip.com data from the past 12 months, Jetstar Airways offers the cheapest nonstop flights from Auckland to Melbourne, with an average price of AU$ 276.

AU$ 232
AU$ 276
AU$ 321
AU$ 365
AU$ 409
Jetstar Airways
AU$ 276
Jetstar Airways
LATAM Airlines
AU$ 349
LATAM Airlines
Air Tahiti Nui
AU$ 368
Air Tahiti Nui
Qantas Airways
AU$ 381
Qantas Airways
Air New Zealand
AU$ 394
Air New Zealand
Emirates
AU$ 409
Emirates

Which airlines operate the most flights from Auckland to Melbourne?

Data is based on the number of flights from Auckland to Melbourne operated by each airline on Trip.com in the past month.

Based on Trip.com data from the past month, Qantas Airways/IndiGo operates the most flights from Auckland to Melbourne, with 32 flight per week.

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23
28
32
Qantas Airways
32
Qantas Airways
IndiGo
32
IndiGo
Air Tahiti Nui
24
Air Tahiti Nui
Emirates
24
Emirates
China Airlines
24
China Airlines
Air New Zealand
23
Air New Zealand

How many flights are there each day from Auckland to Melbourne?

The data is based on the flight numbers for each day of the week from Auckland to Melbourne within the Trip.com database over the past month.

Based on Trip.com data from the past month, the most flights from Auckland to Melbourne depart on Sunday, and the fewest flights depart on Tuesday.

268
220
172
124
Highest
180
Mon
172
Tue
186
Wed
187
Thu
251
Fri
233
Sat
268
Sun

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