Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Christchurch

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Flight deals from Melbourne to Christchurch

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Melbourne to Christchurch? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Christchurch.฿4,901 per passenger.Departing Sun, Mar 1.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, Mar 1, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From ฿4,901, select.

Christchurch.฿4,948 per passenger.Departing Sat, Jun 14.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, Jun 14, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From ฿4,948, select.

Christchurch.฿4,972 per passenger.Departing Wed, Jul 16.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, Jul 16, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From ฿4,972, select.

Christchurch.฿5,346 per passenger.Departing Wed, Aug 13.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, Aug 13, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From ฿5,346, select.

Christchurch.฿5,361 per passenger.Departing Tue, Feb 24.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, Feb 24, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From ฿5,361, select.

Christchurch.฿5,423 per passenger.Departing Wed, Oct 1.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, Oct 1, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From ฿5,423, select.

Christchurch.฿5,423 per passenger.Departing Wed, Sep 10.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, Sep 10, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From ฿5,423, select.

Christchurch.฿5,791 per passenger.Departing Tue, Nov 4.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, Nov 4, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From ฿5,791, select.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne to Christchurch?

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Melbourne to Christchurch flights are currently cheapest in March.

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Direct flights from Melbourne to Christchurch

Melbourne to Christchurch: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Melbourne to Christchurch below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Christchurch.

Melbourne to Christchurch: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	฿4,897
Cheapest month to fly	March
Average flight time	3 hrs, 25 mins
Most popular airline	Qantas
Average flights per week	110

Finding cheap flights from Melbourne to Christchurch: Frequently asked questions

How much are round-trip flights from Melbourne to Christchurch?

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Melbourne to Christchurch is ฿7,941. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Melbourne to Christchurch?

3 hours and 25 minutes is the average flight time from Melbourne to Christchurch.

Which airlines fly direct from Melbourne to Christchurch?

Qantas, Emirates and Etihad Airways fly direct from Melbourne to Christchurch.

How many flights are there a week from Melbourne to Christchurch?

There are 110 flights per week flying from Melbourne to Christchurch, as of April 2025.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne to Christchurch?

The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Christchurch is usually April 2025.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Melbourne to Christchurch Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Melbourne to Christchurch Airport on Saturday, May 31, 2025.

Can I get a direct flight from Melbourne to Christchurch Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 25 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Christchurch?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Christchurch but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Christchurch?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Christchurch is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly with from Melbourne to Christchurch?

The cheapest airline that flies to Christchurch is Jetstar.

How to find cheap flights to Christchurch from Melbourne

Looking for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Christchurch? Here are a few tips on how to secure the best flight price and make your journey as smooth as possible.

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