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

Jetstar is the most popular carrier operating from Melbourne to New Zealand

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

487 flights are operational weekly from Melbourne Airport to New Zealand as of August 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Fri, with 18% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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 45% 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 69 per day as of August 2025. The most frequent departure time is 18:00, with 53% of daily flights leaving at midday.

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 August 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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18:45 - 00:20MEL-AKL

3h 35mdirect

20:40 - 22:45AKL-MEL

4h 05mdirect

$342Jetstar

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Tue, 16 Sep - Tue, 23 Sep

23:55 - 05:30MEL-AKL

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12:05 - 17:20MEL-CHC

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23:55 - 09:50MEL-CHC

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08:00 - 13:10MEL-ZQN

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18:25 - 23:50MEL-CHC

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$548Air New Zealand

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21h 00m1 stop

$553Air New Zealand

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3h 35mdirect

$567Virgin Australia

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18:50 - 10:15MEL-IVC

13h 25m1 stop

08:35 - 13:35IVC-MEL

31h 00m2 stops

$1,063Qantas Airways

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06:15 - 19:30MEL-TRG

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16:30 - 22:45TRG-MEL

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Jetstar flights from Melbourne Airport to New Zealand

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Jetstar

16 Sept

MEL18:45Melbourne

3h 35m

AKL00:20Auckland Intl

23 Sept

AKL20:40Auckland Intl

4h 05m

MEL22:45Melbourne

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9 Sept

MEL23:55Melbourne

3h 35m

AKL05:30Auckland Intl

10 Sept

AKL20:40Auckland Intl

4h 05m

MEL22:45Melbourne

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8 Sept

MEL23:55Melbourne

3h 35m

AKL05:30Auckland Intl

14 Sept

AKL20:40Auckland Intl

4h 05m

MEL22:45Melbourne

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Air New Zealand

28 Aug

MEL18:25Melbourne

3h 25m

CHC23:50Christchurch

30 Aug

CHC06:10Christchurch

3h 55m

MEL08:05Melbourne

$548

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Air New Zealand

5 Sept

MEL18:25Melbourne

15h 55m

1 stop

ZQN12:20Queenstown Intl

12 Sept

ZQN13:05Queenstown Intl

21h 00m

1 stop

MEL08:05Melbourne

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16 Oct

MEL18:25Melbourne

13h 15m

1 stop

ZQN09:40Queenstown Intl

20 Oct

ZQN16:45Queenstown Intl

17h 20m

1 stop

MEL08:05Melbourne

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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 $430, 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 March to fly from Melbourne Airport, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $446.

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 Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $596. 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 $680.

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 $436. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to New Zealand is in the morning when prices are around $1,281.

What is the cheapest Melbourne to New Zealand flight route?

Fly from Melbourne to Auckland Intl for the best Melbourne - New Zealand flight prices

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 $504 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 $452 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.

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

You could potentially save up to 15% on your flight if you consider stops on a Melbourne Airport to New Zealand flight.

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Best price found	$208
Fastest flight time	3h 10m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in New Zealand	3 airports

The best one-way flight to New Zealand from Melbourne Airport in the past 72 hours is $208. The best return flight deal from Melbourne Airport to New Zealand found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $342.

The fastest flight from Melbourne Airport to New Zealand takes 3h 10m

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

There are 3 airports near New Zealand: Auckland Intl (AKL), Queenstown Intl (ZQN), Christchurch (CHC)

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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 August 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 37.06% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Airbus A320-100/200 at 22.12%, Airbus A320neo at 11.45%, and Airbus A321neo at 10.60%.

Best airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to New Zealand

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Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $221	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 411 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights
Jetstar	PriceFrom $230	Free cancellation	Rating 6.5 461 reviews	Search Jetstar flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $288	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,309 reviews	Search Emirates flights
China Airlines	PriceFrom $294	Free cancellation	Rating 8.3 760 reviews	Search China Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $314	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 890 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $321	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 503 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights
LATAM Airlines	PriceFrom $329	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,837 reviews	Search LATAM Airlines flights
Air Tahiti Nui	PriceFrom $438	Free cancellation	Rating 8.6 68 reviews	Search Air Tahiti Nui flights

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Yes. All flights to New Zealand from Melbourne on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Melbourne Airport to New Zealand

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

What is the cheapest month to fly to New Zealand?

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

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 $436. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to New Zealand is in the morning when prices are around $1,281.

What is the cheapest Melbourne to New Zealand flight route?

Fly from Melbourne to Auckland Intl for the best Melbourne - New Zealand flight prices

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 15% 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 is the most popular carrier operating from Melbourne to New Zealand

Which airlines fly to New Zealand?

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 69 per day as of August 2025. The most frequent departure time is 18:00, with 53% of daily flights leaving at midday.

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

487 flights are operational weekly from Melbourne Airport to New Zealand as of August 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Fri, with 18% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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

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

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

What is the most popular plane model from Melbourne Airport to New Zealand?

Best airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to New Zealand

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

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Melbourne to New Zealand?

Can I find flights from Melbourne to New Zealand with flexible booking policies on momondo?

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I’m not ready to book a flight from Melbourne to New Zealand right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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