Which airlines fly to Melbourne Airport?

Jetstar, Qantas Airways and Air New Zealand are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Melbourne Airport from Christchurch according to our data. Jetstar is the first choice among our users, with 43% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Melbourne Airport. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Melbourne Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Christchurch to Melbourne?

Qantas Airways, Jetstar, and Air New Zealand are the most popular carriers operating from Christchurch to Melbourne

How many flights depart from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport on average per week?

117 flights are operational weekly from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport as of October 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Sat, with 19% of flights per week taking off on this day.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Christchurch Airport to Melbourne Airport?

Prices for flights from Christchurch Airport to Melbourne Airport were last updated today.

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As of October 2025, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Christchurch Airport to Melbourne Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Christchurch Airport to Melbourne Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Christchurch Airport to Melbourne Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Melbourne Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Melbourne Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Melbourne Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Q: How many flights depart from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport on average per day?

As of October 2025, 16 flights take off from Christchurch and land in Melbourne Airport each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 06:00, with 79% of daily flights taking off at midday.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne Airport?

The month of June is another great option to travel to Melbourne Airport, with average flight prices from Christchurch averaging around $500.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Melbourne Airport?

The cheapest day to depart from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport is on a Wednesday. Travellers who choose to depart for Melbourne Airport on a Wednesday will often find tickets for as low as $433. On the other hand, Tuesday is the most expensive day to depart from Christchurch because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around $553.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Melbourne Airport?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Melbourne Airport is in the afternoon. Flights from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport during this time can be as low as $487. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the morning when prices are $504 on average. Flights to Melbourne Airport from Christchurch in the morning are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Melbourne Airport?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Melbourne Airport from Christchurch when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Melbourne Airport for around $540 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Melbourne Airport from Christchurch for as low as $506 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Christchurch to Melbourne flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Christchurch to Melbourne flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Christchurch to Melbourne Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of October 2025, prices for Christchurch to Melbourne Airport flights are approximately 23% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The best one-way flight to Melbourne Airport from Christchurch in the past 72 hours is $254. The best return flight deal from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $271.

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There are 2421.1 km between Christchurch and Melbourne. Flights usually cover this in 3h 45m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Christchurch Airport to Melbourne Airport?
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How many operators does momondo search for flights from Christchurch Airport to Melbourne Airport?
As of October 2025, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Christchurch Airport to Melbourne Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Christchurch Airport to Melbourne Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Christchurch Airport to Melbourne Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Melbourne Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Melbourne Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Melbourne Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport is Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) (37.10% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A320-100/200 (30.54%), Airbus A320neo (12.61%), and Airbus A321-100/200 (7.17%).
What is the most popular airline from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Christchurch and Melbourne Airport, the leading airline is Jetstar, making up 43% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Qantas Airways with 26%, Air New Zealand with 25%, and Emirates with 6%.

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Jetstar	PriceFrom $263	Free cancellation	Rating 6.5 475 reviews	Search Jetstar flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $388	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 917 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $390	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,371 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $407	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 513 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights

Emirates Flights From Christchurch to Melbourne Airport
Emirates flight deals from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport start from $253 round-trip. Over the 9 Emirates flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually $310 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.
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Another popular option for Christchurch to Melbourne Airport flights is Air New Zealand (8.0/10, 513 ratings). Air New Zealand flies from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport around 10 times per week, with deals starting from $264 round-trip and rising to an average price of around $364.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne Airport?

The month of June is another great option to travel to Melbourne Airport, with average flight prices from Christchurch averaging around $500.

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What cabin class options are available on Christchurch to Melbourne flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Christchurch to Melbourne flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Christchurch to Melbourne Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of October 2025, prices for Christchurch to Melbourne Airport flights are approximately 23% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Christchurch to Melbourne?

Qantas Airways, Jetstar, and Air New Zealand are the most popular carriers operating from Christchurch to Melbourne

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How many flights depart from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport on average per day?

As of October 2025, 16 flights take off from Christchurch and land in Melbourne Airport each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 06:00, with 79% of daily flights taking off at midday.

How many flights depart from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport on average per week?

117 flights are operational weekly from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport as of October 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Sat, with 19% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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