Which airlines fly to New Zealand?

Jetstar, Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to New Zealand from Melbourne Airport according to our data. Jetstar is the first choice among our users, with 44% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to New Zealand. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to New Zealand on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

The number of flights available between Melbourne Airport and New Zealand is 101 per day as of December 2025. The most frequent departure time is 18:00, with 49% of daily flights leaving at midday.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Sunday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Monday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Melbourne to New Zealand flights?

According to our data, Virgin Australia have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 7% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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

713 flights are operational weekly from Melbourne Airport to New Zealand as of December 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 17% of flights per week taking off on this day.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Melbourne to New Zealand?

Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Air New Zealand are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to New Zealand

How often are flights from Melbourne to New Zealand delayed?

Historically, on average around 23% of flights between Melbourne and New Zealand have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 105 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to New Zealand flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

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

Prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to New Zealand refresh daily.

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

There are 8 operators available for flights from Melbourne Airport to New Zealand as of December 2025.

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

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Melbourne Airport to New Zealand.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New Zealand?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to New Zealand 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 New Zealand. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Jetstar flights from Melbourne Airport to New Zealand

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25 Jan

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What is the cheapest month to fly to New Zealand?

The cheapest month to fly to New Zealand from Melbourne Airport is in August. Flight prices, which tend to average around $420, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit New Zealand in August, then you should wait until June to fly from Melbourne Airport, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $441.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to New Zealand?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to New Zealand is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $587. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. The most expensive day to fly to New Zealand is Sunday, with ticket prices averaging around $720.

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

The cheapest time of day to fly to New Zealand is in the evening when flights can be purchased for as low as $437. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to New Zealand is in the morning when prices are around $1,177.

What is the cheapest Melbourne to New Zealand flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to New Zealand?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to New Zealand from Melbourne Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to New Zealand for around $500 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to New Zealand from Melbourne Airport for as low as $441 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Melbourne to New Zealand flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Melbourne to New Zealand flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Best price found	$319
Fastest flight time	3h 05m
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The best one-way flight to New Zealand from Melbourne Airport in the past 72 hours is $319. The best return flight deal from Melbourne Airport to New Zealand found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $429.

The fastest flight from Melbourne Airport to New Zealand takes 3h 05m

Direct flights go from Melbourne Airport to New Zealand every day.

There are 70 airports in New Zealand. From Melbourne Airport there are direct flights to Queenstown Intl (ZQN).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to New Zealand?
Prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to New Zealand refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne Airport to New Zealand?
There are 8 operators available for flights from Melbourne Airport to New Zealand as of December 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne Airport to New Zealand?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Melbourne Airport to New Zealand.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New Zealand?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to New Zealand 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 New Zealand. 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 Melbourne Airport to New Zealand?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Melbourne Airport to New Zealand is Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets), representing 37.26% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Airbus A320-100/200 at 21.72%, Airbus A321neo at 11.87%, and Airbus A320neo at 7.53%.

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Jetstar	PriceFrom $221	Free cancellation	Rating 6.6 491 reviews	Search Jetstar flights
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $245	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 428 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights
China Airlines	PriceFrom $292	Free cancellation	Rating 8.3 791 reviews	Search China Airlines flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $308	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,441 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $329	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 946 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
LATAM Airlines	PriceFrom $331	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,891 reviews	Search LATAM Airlines flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $332	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 552 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights
Air Tahiti Nui	PriceFrom $379	Free cancellation	Rating 8.6 73 reviews	Search Air Tahiti Nui flights

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What is the cheapest month to fly to New Zealand?

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

The cheapest time of day to fly to New Zealand is in the evening when flights can be purchased for as low as $437. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to New Zealand is in the morning when prices are around $1,177.

What is the cheapest Melbourne to New Zealand flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to New Zealand?

What cabin class options are available on Melbourne to New Zealand flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Melbourne to New Zealand flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Melbourne Airport to New Zealand flights?

You could potentially save up to 35% on your flight if you consider stops on a Melbourne Airport to New Zealand flight.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Melbourne to New Zealand?

Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Air New Zealand are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to New Zealand

Which airlines fly to New Zealand?

How often are flights from Melbourne to New Zealand delayed?

Historically, on average around 23% of flights between Melbourne and New Zealand have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 105 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to New Zealand flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Sunday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Monday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Melbourne to New Zealand flights?

According to our data, Virgin Australia have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 7% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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

The number of flights available between Melbourne Airport and New Zealand is 101 per day as of December 2025. The most frequent departure time is 18:00, with 49% of daily flights leaving at midday.

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

713 flights are operational weekly from Melbourne Airport to New Zealand as of December 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 17% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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