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Melbourne Airport to Christchurch International Airport flight

Search for flights from Melbourne to Christchurch and check out affordable one-way and round-trip options.

      • Cheapest nonstop
        MEL 11:05
        3h 15m
        Direct
        CHC 16:20
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Mon, May 4 | Jetstar Airways
        CHC 08:20
        3h 45m
        Direct
        MEL 10:05
        Christchurch - Melbourne | Thu, May 7 | Jetstar Airways
        €263 €389
        32% off
        32% off
        €389 €263
      • MEL 11:05
        3h 15m
        Direct
        CHC 16:20
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Sun, May 3 | Jetstar Airways
        CHC 08:20
        3h 45m
        Direct
        MEL 10:05
        Christchurch - Melbourne | Thu, May 7 | Jetstar Airways
        €263 €389
        32% off
        32% off
        €389 €263
      • MEL 11:05
        3h 15m
        Direct
        CHC 16:20
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Tue, May 5 | Jetstar Airways
        CHC 08:20
        3h 45m
        Direct
        MEL 10:05
        Christchurch - Melbourne | Thu, May 7 | Jetstar Airways
        €264 €389
        32% off
        32% off
        €389 €264
      • MEL 12:05
        3h 15m
        Direct
        CHC 17:20
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Tue, Mar 24 | Jetstar Airways
        CHC 06:00
        3h 55m
        Direct
        MEL 07:55
        Christchurch - Melbourne | Sat, Mar 28 | Air New Zealand
        €266
        32% off
        €389 €266
      • MEL 11:05
        3h 20m
        Direct
        CHC 16:25
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Sun, May 10 | Jetstar Airways
        CHC 08:20
        3h 45m
        Direct
        MEL 10:05
        Christchurch - Melbourne | Wed, May 13 | Jetstar Airways
        €270
        31% off
        €389 €270
      • MEL 11:05
        3h 20m
        Direct
        CHC 16:25
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Wed, Apr 29 | Jetstar Airways
        CHC 08:20
        3h 45m
        Direct
        MEL 10:05
        Christchurch - Melbourne | Sat, May 2 | Jetstar Airways
        €270
        31% off
        €389 €270
      • MEL 11:05
        3h 20m
        Direct
        CHC 16:25
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Thu, Apr 30 | Jetstar Airways
        CHC 08:20
        3h 45m
        Direct
        MEL 10:05
        Christchurch - Melbourne | Mon, May 4 | Jetstar Airways
        €270
        31% off
        €389 €270
      • MEL 18:10
        3h 25m
        Direct
        CHC 23:35
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Sun, May 10 | Air New Zealand
        CHC 06:10
        3h 55m
        Direct
        MEL 08:05
        Christchurch - Melbourne | Sun, May 17 | Air New Zealand
        €271
        30% off
        €389 €271
      • MEL 18:10
        3h 25m
        Direct
        CHC 23:35
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Sun, May 3 | Air New Zealand
        CHC 11:00
        12h 35m
        1 stop
        MEL 21:35
        Christchurch - Melbourne | Sat, May 9 | Air New Zealand
        €271
        30% off
        €389 €271
      • MEL 18:30
        3h 25m
        Direct
        CHC 23:55
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Sat, May 2 | Air New Zealand
        CHC 13:15
        10h 20m
        1 stop
        MEL 21:35
        Christchurch - Melbourne | Sat, May 9 | Air New Zealand
        €272
        30% off
        €389 €272
      • MEL 13:00
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        CHC Invalid Date
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Fri, Mar 13 | Normal Airline
        CHC 15:00
        6h
        Direct
        MEL 16:00
        Christchurch - Melbourne | Sun, Mar 15 | Normal Airline
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      • Cheapest nonstop
        MEL 11:05
        3h 20m
        Direct
        CHC 16:25
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Wed, May 6 | Jetstar Airways
        €146 €235
        38% off
        38% off
        €235 €146
      • MEL 11:05
        3h 20m
        Direct
        CHC 16:25
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Fri, May 8 | Jetstar Airways
        €146 €235
        38% off
        38% off
        €235 €146
      • MEL 11:05
        3h 20m
        Direct
        CHC 16:25
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Thu, May 7 | Jetstar Airways
        €146 €235
        38% off
        38% off
        €235 €146
      • MEL 11:05
        3h 20m
        Direct
        CHC 16:25
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Sun, May 10 | Jetstar Airways
        €146
        38% off
        €235 €146
      • MEL 11:05
        3h 20m
        Direct
        CHC 16:25
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Mon, May 4 | Jetstar Airways
        €149
        37% off
        €235 €149
      • MEL 11:05
        3h 20m
        Direct
        CHC 16:25
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Sun, May 3 | Jetstar Airways
        €151
        36% off
        €235 €151
      • MEL 11:05
        3h 20m
        Direct
        CHC 16:25
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Wed, Apr 29 | Jetstar Airways
        €153
        35% off
        €235 €153
      • MEL 12:05
        3h 15m
        Direct
        CHC 17:20
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Thu, Mar 26 | Jetstar Airways
        €155
        34% off
        €235 €155
      • MEL 11:05
        3h 20m
        Direct
        CHC 16:25
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Sat, May 9 | Jetstar Airways
        €159
        32% off
        €235 €159
      • MEL 11:05
        3h 20m
        Direct
        CHC 16:25
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Tue, Apr 28 | Jetstar Airways
        €164
        30% off
        €235 €164
      • MEL 13:00
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        CHC Invalid Date
        Melbourne - Christchurch | Fri, Mar 13 | Normal Airline
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Displayed flight fares from Melbourne to Christchurch 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 to fly from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch International Airport?

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

Based on Trip.com's data from the past 12 months, the cheapest one-way flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch International Airport are usually in May, with an average price of €199. It is best to avoid December, when the average price can reach €294.

€294
€247
€199
€152
    Cheapest
  • €217
    Mar
  • €279
    Apr
  • €199
    May
  • €199
    Jun
  • €244
    Jul
  • €211
    Aug
  • €271
    Sep
  • €238
    Oct
  • €268
    Nov
  • €294
    Dec
  • €243
    Jan
  • €279
    Feb

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

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

Based on Trip.com's data from the past 12 months, August is often the month to find the lowest fares from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch International Airport, with an average price of €304. December is usually the most expensive month, with an average price reaching €570.

€570
€437
€304
€171
    Cheapest
  • €385
    Mar
  • €519
    Apr
  • €457
    May
  • €334
    Jun
  • €388
    Jul
  • €304
    Aug
  • €468
    Sep
  • €316
    Oct
  • €425
    Nov
  • €570
    Dec
  • €407
    Jan
  • €511
    Feb

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 departure day from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch International Airport is Wednesday, with average prices usually lower than other days. Avoid departing on Sunday as prices are typically highest on that day.

€282
€259
€235
€212
    Cheapest
  • €261
    Mon
  • €240
    Tue
  • €235
    Wed
  • €258
    Thu
  • €267
    Fri
  • €266
    Sat
  • €282
    Sun

Selected Airlines from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch International Airport

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

Jetstar Airways
From €146
Air New Zealand
From €169
Qantas Airways
From €193
Virgin Australia
From €205
Emirates
From €213
Fiji Airways
From €375

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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

    12:05

    MEL

    3h 15m

    17:20

    CHC

    S M T W T F S
    Search

  2. NZ216

    Melbourne Airport

    18:55

    MEL

    3h 25m

    00:20

    CHC

    - - - - T - S
    Search

  3. NZ120

    Melbourne Airport

    08:35

    MEL

    3h 40m

    Direct

    14:15

    AKL

    S M T W T F S
    Search

  4. NZ561

    Auckland Airport

    17:40

    AKL

    1h 25m

    Direct

    19:05

    CHC

    - - - - T - -

  5. NZ120

    Melbourne Airport

    08:35

    MEL

    3h 40m

    Direct

    14:15

    AKL

    S M T W T F S
    Search

  6. NZ573

    Auckland Airport

    20:45

    AKL

    1h 25m

    Direct

    22:10

    CHC

    S M T W T F S

  7. NZ126

    Melbourne Airport

    18:55

    MEL

    3h 40m

    Direct

    00:35

    AKL

    S - T W T F S
    Search

  8. NZ543

    Auckland Airport

    13:00

    AKL

    1h 25m

    Direct

    14:25

    CHC

    S M T W T F S

  9. NZ122

    Melbourne Airport

    12:10

    MEL

    3h 35m

    Direct

    17:45

    AKL

    S M T W T F S
    Search

  10. NZ519

    Auckland Airport

    06:40

    AKL

    1h 25m

    Direct

    08:05

    CHC

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

Flight distance2,416.51 km
Cheapest one-way ticket price€146
Cheapest return ticket price€263

FAQs for Melbourne Airport to Christchurch International Airport Flights

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

    It takes around 3 hours 25 minutes to fly from Melbourne Airport (mel) to Christchurch International Airport (chc).
  • There are around 6 daily flights from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC).
  • Tickets cost around €183 in June, 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 €302 in March, the most expensive month to book this route.
    • The distance from Christchurch International Airport to downtown is about 9 km. It takes about 20 minutes by taxi.
  • Jetstar Airways is a very popular airline operating an average of 2229 flights per month.