Which airlines fly to Tauranga?

Jetstar, Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Tauranga from Melbourne Airport according to our data. Jetstar is the first choice among our users, with 52% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Tauranga. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to Tauranga on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Qantas Airways and Air New Zealand are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to Tauranga

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

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

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

The number of operators available for flights from Melbourne Airport to Tauranga Airport is 1 as of November 2025.

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

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 Tauranga Airport.

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

The required travel and health documents for your Tauranga Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Tauranga Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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18:50 - 21:00MEL-TRG

24h 10m1 stop

17:50 - 08:10TRG-MEL

16h 20m2 stops

$803Air New Zealand

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Thu, 26 Mar - Sat, 28 Mar

06:45 - 17:20MEL-TRG

8h 35m1 stop

09:50 - 15:35TRG-MEL

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$837Qantas Airways

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18:50 - 08:40MEL-TRG

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09:10 - 19:20MEL-TRG

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$942Air New Zealand

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18:30 - 21:00MEL-TRG

24h 30m1 stop

09:50 - 08:20TRG-MEL

24h 30m1 stop

$991Qantas Airways

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Mon, 15 Dec - Mon, 22 Dec

18:30 - 17:20MEL-TRG

20h 50m1 stop

16:30 - 07:35TRG-MEL

17h 05m2 stops

$1,112Qantas Airways

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Mon, 15 Dec - Mon, 22 Dec

10:45 - 10:10MEL-TRG

21h 25m2 stops

16:05 - 11:40TRG-MEL

21h 35m2 stops

$1,219Qantas Airways

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Air New Zealand flights from Melbourne Airport to Tauranga

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Air New Zealand

26 Mar

MEL18:50Melbourne

24h 10m

1 stop

TRG21:00Tauranga

28 Mar

TRG17:50Tauranga

16h 20m

2 stops

MEL08:10Melbourne

$803

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Air New Zealand

26 Mar

MEL18:50Melbourne

11h 50m

1 stop

TRG08:40Tauranga

28 Mar

TRG06:20Tauranga

27h 50m

2 stops

MEL08:10Melbourne

$872

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Air New Zealand

26 Mar

MEL09:10Melbourne

8h 10m

2 stops

TRG19:20Tauranga

28 Mar

TRG07:10Tauranga

12h 30m

1 stop

MEL17:40Melbourne

$942

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Qantas Airways flights from Melbourne Airport to Tauranga

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Qantas Airways

26 Mar

MEL06:45Melbourne

8h 35m

1 stop

TRG17:20Tauranga

28 Mar

TRG09:50Tauranga

7h 45m

1 stop

MEL15:35Melbourne

$837

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Qantas Airways

26 Mar

MEL18:30Melbourne

24h 30m

1 stop

TRG21:00Tauranga

28 Mar

TRG09:50Tauranga

7h 45m

1 stop

MEL15:35Melbourne

$840

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Qantas Airways

15 Dec

MEL18:30Melbourne

24h 30m

1 stop

TRG21:00Tauranga

22 Dec

TRG09:50Tauranga

24h 30m

1 stop

MEL08:20Melbourne

$991

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2 stops16h 20m

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09:10-19:20

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Tauranga

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07:10-17:40

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$942

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MELTRG

Melbourne

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1 stop24h 30m

Tauranga

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09:50-08:20

1 stop24h 30m

$991

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MEL - TRG

MELTRG

Melbourne

Mon 15/12

18:30-17:20

1 stop20h 50m

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16:30-07:35

2 stops17h 05m

$1,112

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MELTRG

Melbourne

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10:45-10:10

2 stops21h 25m

Tauranga

Mon 22/12

16:05-11:40

2 stops21h 35m

$1,219

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MEL - TRG

MELTRG

Melbourne

Sun 30/11

23:55-18:20

1 stop16h 25m

$371

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MEL - TRG

MELTRG

Melbourne

Sun 30/11

23:55-18:20

1 stop16h 25m

$390

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Tauranga?

The cheapest month to fly to Tauranga from Melbourne Airport is in August. Flight prices, which tend to average around $577, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit Tauranga in August, then you should wait until November to fly from Melbourne Airport, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $600.

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

Our data shows that Sunday is the least expensive day to fly to Tauranga. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $755. 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 Tauranga on Monday is $970.

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

Flying to Tauranga from Melbourne Airport in the morning is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $816 when looking at flights departing in the morning. In the afternoon is when there is more demand to fly to Tauranga, so prices are often more expensive at around $829 per ticket.

When to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Tauranga

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How far is Melbourne to Tauranga by plane?
There are 2742.0 km between Melbourne and Tauranga. Flights usually cover this in 8h 10m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Tauranga Airport?
Prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Tauranga Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne Airport to Tauranga Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Melbourne Airport to Tauranga Airport is 1 as of November 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne Airport to Tauranga Airport?
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 Tauranga Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Tauranga Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Tauranga Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Tauranga Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Melbourne Airport to Tauranga?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Melbourne Airport to Tauranga is Air New Zealand, representing 100% of all bookings.

Best airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Tauranga

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Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $577	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 521 reviews		Search Air New Zealand flights

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