Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch from $263
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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch
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What is the cheapest month to fly to Christchurch?
The cheapest month to fly to Christchurch from Melbourne Airport is in August. Flight prices, which tend to average around $448, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit Christchurch in August, then you should wait until May to fly from Melbourne Airport, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $464.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Christchurch?
The cheapest day to depart from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $518. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Monday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Christchurch on Monday is $598.
What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Christchurch?
Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Christchurch is in the evening. Flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch during this time can be as low as $444. Flights at midday are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of $788.
What is the cheapest Melbourne to Christchurch flight route?
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How far in advance should I book a flight to Christchurch?
You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Christchurch from Melbourne Airport when booking 20 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Christchurch for around $529 when searching 20 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Christchurch from Melbourne Airport for as low as $454 on momondo.
What cabin class options are available on Melbourne to Christchurch flights?
There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Melbourne to Christchurch flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Melbourne to Christchurch?
Jetstar, Air New Zealand, and Qantas Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to Christchurch
Which airlines fly to Christchurch?
Jetstar, Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Christchurch from Melbourne Airport according to our data. Jetstar is the first choice among our users, with 41% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Christchurch. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Christchurch on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.
How many flights depart from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch on average per day?
As of June 2025, 10 flights take off from Melbourne Airport and land in Christchurch each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 18:00, with 65% of daily flights taking off in the evening.
How many flights depart from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch on average per week?
As of June 2025, 72 flights take off from Melbourne Airport and land in Christchurch each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 17% of weekly flights taking off on this day.
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Best price found | $263 |
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Fastest flight time | 3h 15m |
Direct flights | Every day |
Airports in Christchurch | 1 airport |
How far is Melbourne to Christchurch by plane?
A flight from Melbourne to Christchurch will travel around 2421.1 km. Flights usually cover this in 3h 15m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch Airport?
Prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch Airport?
As of June 2025, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch 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 Melbourne Airport to Christchurch Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Christchurch Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Christchurch Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch is Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets), representing 42.74% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Airbus A320-100/200 at 33.12%, Airbus A320neo at 22.23%, and Airbus A321neo at 0.72%.
What is the most popular airline from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch is Jetstar (40% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are Air New Zealand (38%), Qantas Airways (19%), and Emirates (2%).
Best airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch
Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch with momondo
| Airline | Rating | Free cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom $247 | Free cancellation | Rating 6.6 450 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $251 | Free cancellation | Rating 7.5 407 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $262 | Free cancellation | Rating 8.1 3,266 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $327 | Free cancellation | Rating 8.0 483 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $336 | Free cancellation | Rating 7.5 856 reviews |
Emirates Flights From Melbourne Airport to Christchurch
Across 8 Emirates flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch this week, the average price was $412, with the best Emirates deals starting from $170 round-trip. 3,266 users have rated Emirates on momondo, with an average score of 8.1/10.
Air New Zealand Flights From Melbourne Airport to Christchurch
$213 is the best Air New Zealand flight deal from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch found on momondo over the last 72 hours. The average Air New Zealand ticket price found was closer to $373, however, with flight time and availability significantly affecting the price. Air New Zealand (8.0/10 from 483 user reviews) flies into Christchurch from Melbourne Airport 6 times in an average week so prices can vary.
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Can I find flights from Melbourne to Christchurch with flexible booking policies on momondo?
Yes. All flights to Christchurch from Melbourne on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.
How can momondo help me find flights from Melbourne to Christchurch?
Once you have performed a search for Melbourne to Christchurch flights, momondo helps you find the right one by offering useful filters to narrow down your flight selection. Flights can be filtered by multiple factors such as airline, airport and price; but also by other criteria like aircraft type and payment method.
I’m not ready to book a flight from Melbourne to Christchurch right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
If you are simply researching potential flights to Christchurch, momondo offers a useful price alert feature which will track prices for flights to Christchurch from Melbourne and alert you when they change.