Which airlines fly to Dunedin?

Air New Zealand, Jetstar and Qantas Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Dunedin from Melbourne Airport according to our data. Air New Zealand is the first choice among our users, with 53% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Dunedin. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Dunedin on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Jetstar and Air New Zealand are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to Dunedin

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

Prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Dunedin Airport refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne Airport to Dunedin Airport?

As of August 2025, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from Melbourne Airport to Dunedin Airport.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Melbourne Airport to Dunedin Airport.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Dunedin Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Dunedin Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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20:20 - 14:45MEL-DUD

16h 25m1 stop

12:20 - 17:45DUD-MEL

7h 25m1 stop

$723

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Wed, 17 Sep - Sat, 27 Sep

18:55 - 09:45MEL-DUD

12h 50m2 stops

12:20 - 20:35DUD-MEL

10h 15m1 stop

$767Air New Zealand

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Wed, 17 Sep - Sat, 27 Sep

21:15 - 15:45MEL-DUD

16h 30m1 stop

10:15 - 08:10DUD-MEL

23h 55m1 stop

$769

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Fri, 10 Oct - Wed, 15 Oct

21:15 - 15:45MEL-DUD

16h 30m1 stop

10:45 - 20:35DUD-MEL

11h 50m2 stops

$770

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21:15 - 15:45MEL-DUD

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06:05 - 08:10DUD-MEL

28h 05m1 stop

$772

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21:15 - 15:45MEL-DUD

16h 30m1 stop

10:45 - 20:35DUD-MEL

11h 50m2 stops

$775

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18:55 - 09:45MEL-DUD

12h 50m2 stops

13:35 - 20:35DUD-MEL

9h 00m2 stops

$824Air New Zealand

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Wed, 17 Sep - Sat, 27 Sep

20:35 - 15:45MEL-DUD

17h 10m1 stop

16:45 - 09:30DUD-MEL

18h 45m1 stop

$841Jetstar

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Fri, 9 Jan - Tue, 13 Jan

15:45 - 08:45MEL-DUD

15h 00m2 stops

11:20 - 18:50DUD-MEL

9h 30m2 stops

$1,278Qantas Airways

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Wed, 24 Dec - Tue, 6 Jan

15:45 - 08:45MEL-DUD

15h 00m2 stops

11:20 - 19:45DUD-MEL

10h 25m2 stops

$1,285Qantas Airways

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Qantas Airways flights from Melbourne Airport to Dunedin

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Qantas Airways

24 Dec

MEL15:45Melbourne

15h 00m

2 stops

DUD08:45Dunedin

6 Jan

DUD11:20Dunedin

9h 30m

2 stops

MEL18:50Melbourne

$1,278

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Qantas Airways

24 Dec

MEL15:45Melbourne

15h 00m

2 stops

DUD08:45Dunedin

6 Jan

DUD11:20Dunedin

10h 25m

2 stops

MEL19:45Melbourne

$1,285

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Qantas Airways

24 Dec

MEL15:45Melbourne

15h 00m

2 stops

DUD08:45Dunedin

6 Jan

DUD11:20Dunedin

11h 45m

2 stops

MEL21:05Melbourne

$1,289

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Air New Zealand flights from Melbourne Airport to Dunedin

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Air New Zealand

17 Sept

MEL18:55Melbourne

12h 50m

2 stops

DUD09:45Dunedin

27 Sept

DUD12:20Dunedin

10h 15m

1 stop

MEL20:35Melbourne

$767

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Air New Zealand

17 Sept

MEL18:55Melbourne

12h 50m

2 stops

DUD09:45Dunedin

27 Sept

DUD13:35Dunedin

9h 00m

2 stops

MEL20:35Melbourne

$824

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Air New Zealand

9 Jan

MEL18:50Melbourne

17h 40m

1 stop

DUD14:30Dunedin

13 Jan

DUD10:45Dunedin

12h 45m

2 stops

MEL21:30Melbourne

$858

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Wed 17/9

20:20-14:45

1 stop16h 25m

Dunedin

Sat 27/9

12:20-17:45

1 stop7h 25m

$723

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MEL - DUD

MELDUD

Melbourne

Wed 17/9

18:55-09:45

2 stops12h 50m

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Sat 27/9

12:20-20:35

1 stop10h 15m

$767

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MEL - DUD

MELDUD

Melbourne

Fri 10/10

21:15-15:45

1 stop16h 30m

Dunedin

Wed 15/10

10:15-08:10

1 stop23h 55m

$769

MelbourneDunedin

MEL - DUD

MELDUD

Melbourne

Fri 10/10

21:15-15:45

1 stop16h 30m

Dunedin

Wed 15/10

10:45-20:35

2 stops11h 50m

$770

MelbourneDunedin

MEL - DUD

MELDUD

Melbourne

Fri 10/10

21:15-15:45

1 stop16h 30m

Dunedin

Wed 15/10

06:05-08:10

1 stop28h 05m

$772

MelbourneDunedin

MEL - DUD

MELDUD

Melbourne

Fri 10/10

21:15-15:45

1 stop16h 30m

Dunedin

Wed 15/10

10:45-20:35

2 stops11h 50m

$775

MelbourneDunedin

MEL - DUD

MELDUD

Melbourne

Wed 17/9

18:55-09:45

2 stops12h 50m

Dunedin

Sat 27/9

13:35-20:35

2 stops9h 00m

$824

MelbourneDunedin

MEL - DUD

MELDUD

Melbourne

Fri 9/1

20:35-15:45

1 stop17h 10m

Dunedin

Tue 13/1

16:45-09:30

1 stop18h 45m

$841

MelbourneDunedin

MEL - DUD

MELDUD

Melbourne

Wed 24/12

15:45-08:45

2 stops15h 00m

Dunedin

Tue 6/1

11:20-18:50

2 stops9h 30m

$1,278

MelbourneDunedin

MEL - DUD

MELDUD

Melbourne

Wed 24/12

15:45-08:45

2 stops15h 00m

Dunedin

Tue 6/1

11:20-19:45

2 stops10h 25m

$1,285

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Melbourne Airport to Dunedin

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Dunedin?

The cheapest month to fly to Dunedin from Melbourne Airport is in August. Flight prices, which tend to average around $663, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you are unable to visit Dunedin during the month of August, then departing from Melbourne Airport during the month October is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $715.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Dunedin?

The cheapest day to depart from Melbourne Airport to Dunedin is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as $746. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Sunday because tickets tend to average around $1,164. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Dunedin.

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

In the evening is the cheapest time of day to fly from Melbourne Airport to Dunedin when you can find flight prices for as low as $617. Flying to Dunedin in the evening is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights to Dunedin are more costly in the afternoon, with an average ticket price of $947. Departure times in the afternoon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

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

As of August 2025, prices for Melbourne Airport to Dunedin flights are approximately 11% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Dunedin

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Melbourne Airport to Dunedin according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

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Cheap Melbourne Airport to Dunedin (MEL to DUD) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Melbourne Airport to Dunedin

Best price found	$348
Fastest flight time	9h 20m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Dunedin	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Dunedin from Melbourne Airport in the past 72 hours is $348. The best return flight deal from Melbourne Airport to Dunedin found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $723.

The fastest flight from Melbourne Airport to Dunedin takes 9h 20m

There are no direct flights from Melbourne Airport to Dunedin. Popular non-direct route for this connection is Melbourne Airport - Dunedin Airport.

There is 1 airport near Dunedin: Dunedin (DUD)

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How far is Melbourne to Dunedin by plane?
The straight-line distance from Melbourne to Dunedin is 2301.0 km. Typically, this will take 12h 50m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Dunedin Airport?
Prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Dunedin Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne Airport to Dunedin Airport?
As of August 2025, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from Melbourne Airport to Dunedin Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne Airport to Dunedin Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Melbourne Airport to Dunedin Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Dunedin Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Dunedin Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Dunedin Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular airline from Melbourne Airport to Dunedin?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Melbourne Airport to Dunedin is Air New Zealand (53% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are Jetstar (27%) and Qantas Airways (20%).

Best airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Dunedin

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Melbourne Airport to Dunedin with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $476	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 888 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Jetstar	PriceFrom $573	Free cancellation	Rating 6.5 461 reviews	Search Jetstar flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $580	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 503 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights

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