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Search for flights from Melbourne to Christchurch. Find affordable one-way or round-trip flights.

      • Cheapest nonstop
        MEL 11:05
        3h 20m
        Nonstop
        CHC 16:25
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Thu, Sep 3 | Jetstar Airways
        CHC 08:20
        3h 45m
        Nonstop
        MEL 10:05
        Christchurch - Melbourne | Mon, Sep 7 | Jetstar Airways
        US$340 US$387
        12% off
        12% off
        US$387 US$340
      • MEL 11:05
        3h 20m
        Nonstop
        CHC 16:25
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Tue, Sep 1 | Jetstar Airways
        CHC 08:20
        3h 45m
        Nonstop
        MEL 10:05
        Christchurch - Melbourne | Sat, Sep 5 | Jetstar Airways
        US$342 US$387
        12% off
        12% off
        US$387 US$342
      • MEL 11:05
        3h 20m
        Nonstop
        CHC 16:25
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Tue, Aug 25 | Jetstar Airways
        CHC 08:20
        3h 45m
        Nonstop
        MEL 10:05
        Christchurch - Melbourne | Tue, Sep 1 | Jetstar Airways
        US$343 US$387
        11% off
        11% off
        US$387 US$343
      • MEL 11:05
        3h 20m
        Nonstop
        CHC 16:25
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Tue, Sep 8 | Jetstar Airways
        CHC 08:20
        3h 45m
        Nonstop
        MEL 10:05
        Christchurch - Melbourne | Sun, Sep 13 | Jetstar Airways
        US$344
        11% off
        US$387 US$344
      • MEL 11:05
        3h 20m
        Nonstop
        CHC 16:25
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Mon, Aug 31 | Jetstar Airways
        CHC 08:20
        3h 45m
        Nonstop
        MEL 10:05
        Christchurch - Melbourne | Wed, Sep 2 | Jetstar Airways
        US$346
        11% off
        US$387 US$346
      • MEL 11:05
        3h 20m
        Nonstop
        CHC 16:25
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Thu, Sep 17 | Jetstar Airways
        CHC 08:20
        3h 45m
        Nonstop
        MEL 10:05
        Christchurch - Melbourne | Mon, Sep 21 | Jetstar Airways
        US$354
        9% off
        US$387 US$354
      • MEL 11:05
        3h 20m
        Nonstop
        CHC 16:25
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Wed, Sep 16 | Jetstar Airways
        CHC 08:20
        3h 45m
        Nonstop
        MEL 10:05
        Christchurch - Melbourne | Sun, Sep 20 | Jetstar Airways
        US$354
        9% off
        US$387 US$354
      • MEL 11:05
        3h 20m
        Nonstop
        CHC 16:25
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Tue, Sep 15 | Jetstar Airways
        CHC 08:20
        3h 45m
        Nonstop
        MEL 10:05
        Christchurch - Melbourne | Sat, Sep 19 | Jetstar Airways
        US$357
        8% off
        US$387 US$357
      • MEL 11:05
        3h 20m
        Nonstop
        CHC 16:25
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Thu, Sep 10 | Jetstar Airways
        CHC 08:20
        3h 45m
        Nonstop
        MEL 10:05
        Christchurch - Melbourne | Sun, Sep 13 | Jetstar Airways
        US$362
        6% off
        US$387 US$362
      • MEL 11:05
        3h 20m
        Nonstop
        CHC 16:25
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Sat, Aug 29 | Jetstar Airways
        CHC 08:20
        3h 45m
        Nonstop
        MEL 10:05
        Christchurch - Melbourne | Mon, Aug 31 | Jetstar Airways
        US$363
        6% off
        US$387 US$363
      • MEL 13:00
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        CHC 14:00
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Thu, Aug 13 | Normal Airline
        CHC 15:00
        6h
        Nonstop
        MEL 16:00
        Christchurch - Melbourne | Sat, Aug 15 | Normal Airline
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      • Cheapest nonstop
        MEL 11:05
        3h 20m
        Nonstop
        CHC 16:25
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Sun, Sep 6 | Jetstar Airways
        US$190 US$233
        18% off
        18% off
        US$233 US$190
      • MEL 11:05
        3h 20m
        Nonstop
        CHC 16:25
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Fri, Sep 4 | Jetstar Airways
        US$193 US$233
        17% off
        17% off
        US$233 US$193
      • MEL 11:05
        3h 20m
        Nonstop
        CHC 16:25
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Thu, Sep 3 | Jetstar Airways
        US$193 US$233
        17% off
        17% off
        US$233 US$193
      • MEL 11:05
        3h 20m
        Nonstop
        CHC 16:25
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Sun, Aug 30 | Jetstar Airways
        US$197
        15% off
        US$233 US$197
      • MEL 11:05
        3h 20m
        Nonstop
        CHC 16:25
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Sat, Aug 29 | Jetstar Airways
        US$199
        15% off
        US$233 US$199
      • MEL 11:05
        3h 20m
        Nonstop
        CHC 16:25
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Tue, Sep 15 | Jetstar Airways
        US$211
        9% off
        US$233 US$211
      • MEL 18:30
        3h 25m
        Nonstop
        CHC 23:55
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Sat, Oct 10 | Air New Zealand
        US$216
        7% off
        US$233 US$216
      • MEL 11:05
        3h 20m
        Nonstop
        CHC 17:25
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Tue, Oct 6 | Jetstar Airways
        US$216
        7% off
        US$233 US$216
      • MEL 11:05
        3h 20m
        Nonstop
        CHC 16:25
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Sun, Aug 23 | Jetstar Airways
        US$216
        7% off
        US$233 US$216
      • MEL 11:05
        3h 20m
        Nonstop
        CHC 16:25
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Wed, Sep 9 | Jetstar Airways
        US$219
        6% off
        US$233 US$219
      • MEL 13:00
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        CHC 14:00
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Thu, Aug 13 | Normal Airline
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Trip.com Price Insights: Flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch International Airport

Which month offers the lowest one-way fares when flying from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch International Airport?

Data is based on the past 12 months. It shows the average one-way fares by month for flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch International Airport on Trip.com.

Based on Trip.com data from the past 12 months, for cheaper one-way flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch International Airport, it is best to book in August, when average fares are US$251. Try to avoid December, as fares peak at around US$348.

US$348
US$300
US$251
US$203
  • US$251
    Aug
  • US$320
    Sep
  • US$281
    Oct
  • US$317
    Nov
  • US$348
    Dec
  • US$287
    Jan
  • US$330
    Feb
  • US$272
    Mar
  • US$325
    Apr
  • US$254
    May
  • US$294
    Jun
  • US$298
    Jul

Which month offers the lowest round-trip fares from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch International Airport?

Data is based on the past 12 months. It shows the average round-trip fares by month for flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch International Airport on Trip.com.

Based on Trip.com data from the past 12 months, August usually offers the lowest round-trip fares from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch International Airport, with an average price of US$373. December is typically the most expensive month, with average fares reaching US$675.

US$675
US$524
US$373
US$222
  • US$373
    Aug
  • US$554
    Sep
  • US$374
    Oct
  • US$503
    Nov
  • US$675
    Dec
  • US$481
    Jan
  • US$605
    Feb
  • US$508
    Mar
  • US$581
    Apr
  • US$404
    May
  • US$546
    Jun
  • US$550
    Jul

Which day of the week offers the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch International Airport?

Data is based on the past 12 months. It shows the average fares by day of the week for flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch International Airport on Trip.com.

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

US$341
US$314
US$286
US$259
    Cheapest
  • US$306
    Mon
  • US$295
    Tue
  • US$286
    Wed
  • US$304
    Thu
  • US$316
    Fri
  • US$327
    Sat
  • US$341
    Sun

Selected Airlines from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch International Airport

View airlines operating flights from Melbourne to Christchurch. Compare prices and find the airline that meets your travel needs to enjoy a comfortable journey.

Jetstar Airways
From US$190
Air New Zealand
From US$216
Emirates
From US$240
Qantas Airways
From US$243
Virgin Australia
From US$259
Air Tahiti Nui
From US$396
Fiji Airways
From US$529

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Flight Schedule from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch International Airport

Check on the flight schedule from Melbourne to Christchurch to find the flight that matches your travel plan.

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. NZ216

    Melbourne Airport

    18:10

    MEL

    3h 25m

    23:35

    CHC

    S M - W T - S
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  3. NZ214

    Melbourne Airport

    09:10

    MEL

    3h 25m

    14:35

    CHC

    - - T - - - -
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  4. QF169

    Melbourne Airport

    18:40

    MEL

    3h 30m

    00:10

    CHC

    S M T W - - S
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  5. NZ120

    Melbourne Airport

    08:35

    MEL

    3h 40m

    Nonstop

    14:15

    AKL

    S M T W T F S
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  6. NZ573

    Auckland Airport

    20:30

    AKL

    1h 25m

    Nonstop

    21:55

    CHC

    S M T W T F S

  7. NZ126

    Melbourne Airport

    18:55

    MEL

    3h 40m

    Nonstop

    00:35

    AKL

    - - T W - F S
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  8. NZ573

    Auckland Airport

    20:30

    AKL

    1h 25m

    Nonstop

    21:55

    CHC

    S M T W T F S
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Melbourne Airport to Christchurch International Airport Flights Info

Flight distance 2,416.51 km
Cheapest one-way ticket price US$190
Cheapest return ticket price US$340

FAQs for Melbourne Airport to Christchurch International Airport Flights

  • How long is a flight from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)?

    It takes around 3 hours 25 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 US$274 in November, 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 US$370 in August, the most expensive month to book this route.
  • The earliest flight departs from Melbourne Airport at 09:05 and arrives in Christchurch International Airport at 14:30.
  • The latest flight departs from Melbourne Airport at 18:55 and arrives in Christchurch International Airport 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.

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