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Cheap flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Christchurch (CHC) from $147

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
MEL — CHC
May 19 — May 261
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The best prices from Melbourne to Christchurch are usually found in May or July, booked 80 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Christchurch

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to Christchurch (CHC). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated May 14, 2024.

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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch?

Thursday flights are found to be more expensive to fly from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Christchurch.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch?

Users have found that booking a flight from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch at least 21 days early can save you up to 53% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 21 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch for as little as $326 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as $385 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch?

May can be a great time to fly to Christchurch from Melbourne Airport with a flight ticket averaging about $364. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of May for as cheap as $144. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch (MEL - CHC)?

When flying from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 41% versus a flight in the morning.

Cheap Jetstar flights from Melbourne to Christchurch

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Jetstar for the route between Melbourne and Christchurch. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,632,958 searches. Data last updated May 14, 2024.
Peruse some of the lowest-priced Jetstar flights we've found from Melbourne to Christchurch. Deals update often to give you more flight options matching your criteria
Wed 6/126:50 pmMEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Wed 6/194:05 pmCHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 5/13$239
Sun 9/86:50 pmMEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Wed 9/114:05 pmCHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 5/13$269
Wed 6/126:50 pmMEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Thu 6/208:35 amCHC - MEL
1 stop16h 10mJetstar
Deal found 5/12$277
Tue 11/57:00 pmMEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Tue 11/194:10 pmCHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 5/13$283
Wed 6/1211:55 pmMEL - CHC
1 stop12h 40mJetstar
Wed 6/194:05 pmCHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 5/13$285
Wed 7/316:50 pmMEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Mon 8/51:50 pmCHC - MEL
1 stop10h 55mJetstar
Deal found 5/13$295
Wed 6/196:50 pmMEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Mon 6/2411:25 amCHC - MEL
1 stop13h 20mJetstar
Deal found 5/12$299
Fri 6/76:50 pmMEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Tue 6/114:05 pmCHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 5/13$309
Tue 11/511:55 pmMEL - CHC
1 stop12h 45mJetstar
Tue 11/194:10 pmCHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 5/13$314

Cheap Air New Zealand flights from Melbourne to Christchurch

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Air New Zealand for the route between Melbourne and Christchurch. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,632,958 searches. Data last updated May 14, 2024.
Take a gander at the lowest prices we've found on Air New Zealand flights from Melbourne to Christchurch. If these deals don't fit your criteria, make sure to check back soon as new deals are always added.
Fri 8/166:55 pmMEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mAir New Zealand
Mon 8/196:05 amCHC - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/13$383
Fri 6/76:55 pmMEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mAir New Zealand
Mon 6/106:05 amCHC - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/13$388
Thu 8/156:55 pmMEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mAir New Zealand
Mon 8/1911:00 amCHC - MEL
1 stop8h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/13$401
Thu 8/156:55 pmMEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mAir New Zealand
Mon 8/196:05 amCHC - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/13$426
Thu 8/159:05 amMEL - CHC
1 stop7h 55mAir New Zealand
Mon 8/1910:30 amCHC - MEL
1 stop8h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/13$547
Tue 6/188:45 amMEL - CHC
1 stop9h 40mAir New Zealand
Wed 6/191:05 pmCHC - MEL
2 stops9h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/13$694
Tue 6/189:05 amMEL - CHC
1 stop9h 40mAir New Zealand
Wed 6/198:50 amCHC - MEL
2 stops10h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/12$698

Cheap Melbourne to Christchurch flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Melbourne to Christchurch specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,632,958 searches. Prices were last updated on May 14, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Melbourne to Christchurch in 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Wed 6/126:50 pmMEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Wed 6/194:05 pmCHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 5/13$239
Wed 6/126:50 pmMEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Thu 6/208:35 amCHC - MEL
1 stop16h 10mJetstar
Deal found 5/12$277
Wed 6/1211:55 pmMEL - CHC
1 stop12h 40mJetstar
Wed 6/194:05 pmCHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 5/13$285
Wed 6/196:50 pmMEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Mon 6/2411:25 amCHC - MEL
1 stop13h 20mJetstar
Deal found 5/12$299
Fri 6/76:50 pmMEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Tue 6/114:05 pmCHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 5/13$309
Wed 6/1211:55 pmMEL - CHC
1 stop12h 40mJetstar
Thu 6/208:35 amCHC - MEL
1 stop16h 10mJetstar
Deal found 5/12$323
Thu 6/1311:55 pmMEL - CHC
1 stop11h 05mJetstar
Fri 6/214:05 pmCHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 5/13$327
Wed 6/1211:55 pmMEL - CHC
1 stop12h 40mJetstar
Wed 6/199:40 amCHC - MEL
1 stop15h 05mJetstar
Deal found 5/13$338
Fri 6/286:50 pmMEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Tue 7/24:05 pmCHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 5/13$345

Melbourne to Christchurch 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Melbourne and Christchurch in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,632,958 searches. Data last updated May 14, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Melbourne to Christchurch in 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Wed 6/126:50 pmMEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Wed 6/194:05 pmCHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 5/13$239
Sun 9/86:50 pmMEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Wed 9/114:05 pmCHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 5/13$269
Wed 6/126:50 pmMEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Thu 6/208:35 amCHC - MEL
1 stop16h 10mJetstar
Deal found 5/12$277
Fri 7/126:50 pmMEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Sun 7/214:05 pmCHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 5/14$283
Wed 6/1211:55 pmMEL - CHC
1 stop12h 40mJetstar
Wed 6/194:05 pmCHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 5/13$285
Wed 7/316:50 pmMEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Mon 8/51:50 pmCHC - MEL
1 stop10h 55mJetstar
Deal found 5/13$295
Wed 6/196:50 pmMEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Mon 6/2411:25 amCHC - MEL
1 stop13h 20mJetstar
Deal found 5/12$299
Fri 6/76:50 pmMEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Tue 6/114:05 pmCHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 5/13$309
Tue 11/511:55 pmMEL - CHC
1 stop12h 45mJetstar
Tue 11/194:10 pmCHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 5/13$314

Non-stop flights to Christchurch from Melbourne

Discover non-stop flight options from Melbourne to Christchurch. Find direct flights with no layovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore non-stop flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,632,958 searches. Data last updated May 14, 2024.
Consider booking one of these non-stop flights heading from Melbourne to Christchurch. If you're looking for other options for flights from Melbourne to Christchurch, make sure to update the search form at the top of page.
Wed 6/126:50 pmMEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Wed 6/194:05 pmCHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 5/13$239
Sun 9/86:50 pmMEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Wed 9/114:05 pmCHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 5/13$269
Fri 7/126:50 pmMEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Sun 7/214:05 pmCHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 5/14$283
Fri 6/76:50 pmMEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Tue 6/114:05 pmCHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 5/13$309
Fri 6/286:50 pmMEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Tue 7/24:05 pmCHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 5/13$345
Tue 6/186:50 pmMEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Wed 6/194:05 pmCHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 5/12$377
Tue 6/186:50 pmMEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Wed 6/194:05 pmCHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 5/13$378
Fri 8/166:55 pmMEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mAir New Zealand
Mon 8/196:05 amCHC - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/13$383
Fri 6/76:55 pmMEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mAir New Zealand
Mon 6/106:05 amCHC - MEL
Nonstop4h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/13$388

Melbourne to Christchurch flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Melbourne to Christchurch for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,632,958 searches. Data last updated May 14, 2024.
Consider one of these great deals we found on last-minute flights from Melbourne to Christchurch. It's wise to confirm all flight details are correct before booking.
Wed 5/156:50 pmMEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Sat 5/184:05 pmCHC - MEL
1 stop9h 20mJetstar
Deal found 5/14$404
Sat 5/188:45 amMEL - CHC
1 stop13h 20mJetstar
Sat 5/254:05 pmCHC - MEL
1 stop9h 20mJetstar
Deal found 5/13$437
Fri 5/176:50 pmMEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Tue 5/214:05 pmCHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 5/14$442
Wed 5/156:50 pmMEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/186:25 amCHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14$459
Fri 5/176:50 pmMEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Mon 5/204:05 pmCHC - MEL
1 stop9h 50mJetstar
Deal found 5/13$477
Sat 5/1810:10 amMEL - CHC
1 stop11h 55mJetstar
Tue 5/214:05 pmCHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 5/14$483
Wed 5/156:20 amMEL - CHC
1 stop5h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/184:05 pmCHC - MEL
1 stop9h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14$568
Wed 5/156:20 amMEL - CHC
2 stops12h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/184:05 pmCHC - MEL
1 stop9h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14$601
Wed 5/1511:30 amMEL - CHC
2 stops19h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/188:35 amCHC - MEL
2 stops12h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14$834

One-way flights to Christchurch from Melbourne

Search for one-way flight options from Melbourne to Christchurch. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,632,958 searches. Data last updated May 14, 2024.
Take a look at some of the best available options we've come across on one-way flights from Melbourne to Christchurch. Users in need of a round-trip flight from Melbourne to Christchurch instead should update the search form at the top of page.
Sun 6/26:50 pmMEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 5/12$147
Wed 7/246:50 pmMEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 5/13$148
Sat 8/178:45 amMEL - CHC
1 stop8h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/13$233
Wed 7/2411:55 pmMEL - CHC
1 stop8h 55mJetstar
Deal found 5/13$238
Sat 8/179:20 amMEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/13$241
Sun 6/26:55 pmMEL - CHC
1 stop27h 10mJetstar
Deal found 5/12$245
Wed 11/66:55 pmMEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/13$256
Wed 7/246:10 amMEL - CHC
2 stops9h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/13$262
Sun 6/26:10 amMEL - CHC
2 stops23h 40mJetstar
Deal found 5/12$281

Find flights from Melbourne to Christchurch within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Christchurch that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,632,958 searches. Data last updated May 14, 2024.

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$239 - $555

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Price

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Wed 6/12

Nonstop3h 15m

Christchurch

Wed 6/19

Nonstop3h 45m

$239

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Sun 9/8

Nonstop3h 15m

Christchurch

Wed 9/11

Nonstop3h 45m

$269

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Wed 6/12

Nonstop3h 15m

Christchurch

Thu 6/20

1 stop16h 10m

$277

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Tue 11/5

Nonstop3h 10m

Christchurch

Tue 11/19

Nonstop3h 45m

$283

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Wed 6/12

1 stop12h 40m

Christchurch

Wed 6/19

Nonstop3h 45m

$285

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Fri 8/16

Nonstop3h 25m

Christchurch

Mon 8/19

Nonstop4h 00m

$383

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Fri 6/7

Nonstop3h 25m

Christchurch

Mon 6/10

Nonstop4h 00m

$388

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Fri 7/26

Nonstop3h 15m

Christchurch

Mon 7/29

Nonstop3h 50m

$409

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Wed 6/26

Nonstop3h 30m

Christchurch

Sat 7/6

Nonstop3h 50m

$555

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When is the best time to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Melbourne to Christchurch. Price data was last updated on May 10, 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch, you should look to book at least 80 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Melbourne to Christchurch. Price data was last updated on May 12, 2024.
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Noon
Afternoon
Evening
All times are departure.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne Airport to Christchurch flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Christchurch by month

Plan your trip from Melbourne to Christchurch by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Melbourne to Christchurch is currently $228 while a round-trip flight costs $343. Price data was last updated on May 12, 2024.

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch (average of $1,370). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,795). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

January

$1,370

February

$1,418

March

$1,553

April

$1,507

May

$1,556

June

$1,495

July

$1,611

August

$1,562

September

$1,509

October

$1,395

November

$1,517

December

$1,795

Temperature and rainfall in Christchurch by month

Plan your trip to Christchurch by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

CHC

Temperature

42.8 - 62.6 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing Christchurch

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Christchurch. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Christchurch. Reviews last updated May 14, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Melbourne to Christchurch, see what other customers have to say about Jetstar, Air New Zealand and Fiji Airways. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
628 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.8

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
628 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
628 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.8

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
246 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
628 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.8

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

Qantas Airways
7.7
Good
969 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
628 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.8

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

Jetstar
6.8
Okay
642 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
628 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.8

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Christchurch from Melbourne?

    Christchurch (CHC), located 5.9 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Melbourne to Christchurch. 4 airlines have flights to Christchurch from Melbourne on a regular basis. Booking flights from Melbourne to Christchurch should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 10 inbound flights from Melbourne per day.

  • Can I find flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch for under $300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Jetstar for just $239, but on average you can expect to pay $319.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 13 direct flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch under $300. A good price for a nonstop flight from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch is less than $379.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch for under $500?

    There are currently 11+ open flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch within the next 7 days for less than $500.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch round-trip?

    Flying on Jetstar is currently your cheapest option to Christchurch, with prices starting at $239. Another option worth looking into is Air New Zealand, starting at $383 round trip. Users have found that Jetstar is 34% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch one-way?

    $147 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Jetstar. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways, with prices starting from $233 and $241, respectively.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch?

    When booking a flight from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch, you may want to consider flying on Emirates, Jetstar or Air New Zealand as they are the most popular for this route.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch consider choosing United Airlines (92%), Thai Airways (82%) or Air New Zealand (78%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch? While on average our users pay $221, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $169. The most popular route (Melbourne - Christchurch), is priced around $164.

  • What does MEL to CHC mean?

    Great question - MEL to CHC just means Melbourne Airport to Christchurch Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights!

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Christchurch that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Melbourne to Christchurch flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Melbourne to Christchurch with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Melbourne to Christchurch flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Christchurch that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to Christchurch flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Christchurch?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to Christchurch.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Christchurch?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Christchurch by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Christchurch that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Melbourne to Christchurch offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Melbourne to Christchurch?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Melbourne to Christchurch flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

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