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$169 Find Cheap Flights from Christchurch to Melbourne

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Cheap Flights from Christchurch to Melbourne (CHC-MEL)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Christchurch to Melbourne that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals from Christchurch to Melbourne

Thu, 9 Oct - Fri, 10 Oct
Jetstar Logo
09:20 - 11:05CHC-MEL
3h 45mdirect
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12:05 - 17:20MEL-CHC
3h 15mdirect
$442Jetstar
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Mon, 6 Oct - Thu, 9 Oct
Jetstar Logo
09:20 - 11:05CHC-MEL
3h 45mdirect
Jetstar Logo
12:05 - 17:20MEL-CHC
3h 15mdirect
$452Jetstar
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Sun, 12 Oct - Mon, 27 Oct
Jetstar Logo
09:20 - 11:05CHC-MEL
3h 45mdirect
Jetstar Logo
12:05 - 17:20MEL-CHC
3h 15mdirect
$469Jetstar
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Sat, 29 Nov - Thu, 4 Dec
Jetstar Logo
11:50 - 22:50CHC-MEL
13h 00m1 stop
Jetstar Logo
12:05 - 17:20MEL-CHC
3h 15mdirect
$470Jetstar
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Thu, 27 Nov - Tue, 2 Dec
Jetstar Logo
09:15 - 11:00CHC-MEL
3h 45mdirect
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23:55 - 16:45MEL-CHC
14h 50m1 stop
$472Jetstar
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Thu, 27 Nov - Tue, 2 Dec
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09:15 - 11:00CHC-MEL
3h 45mdirect
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18:50 - 00:10MEL-CHC
3h 20mdirect
Thu, 9 Oct - Thu, 9 Oct
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09:20 - 11:05CHC-MEL
3h 45mdirect
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18:25 - 23:50MEL-CHC
3h 25mdirect
Mon, 24 Nov - Tue, 2 Dec
Air New Zealand Logo
06:00 - 07:55CHC-MEL
3h 55mdirect
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18:00 - 07:55MEL-CHC
11h 55m1 stop
$578Air New Zealand
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Mon, 24 Nov - Tue, 2 Dec
Air New Zealand Logo
06:00 - 07:55CHC-MEL
3h 55mdirect
Air New Zealand Logo
18:00 - 07:55MEL-CHC
11h 55m1 stop
$579Air New Zealand
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Tue, 28 Oct - Tue, 4 Nov
Qantas Airways Logo
06:05 - 08:00CHC-MEL
3h 55mdirect
Qantas Airways Logo
18:50 - 00:10MEL-CHC
3h 20mdirect
$582Qantas Airways
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Top airlines
Jetstar
Cheapest • from $442 (return)
Emirates
Best reviews • 8.1 score
Airline reviews
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When to book
3 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 3 weeks in advance save around 21% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
May
Cheapest • 8% price drop
December
Most popular
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Cheapest return fare
$442
Overall average: $525
Jetstar
Thu 9/10Fri 10/10
CHC - MEL • Direct
Cheapest one-way flight
$169
Typical prices: $238-353
Jetstar
Wed 22/10
CHC - MEL • Direct
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Christchurch to Melbourne flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Christchurch to Melbourne to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Christchurch to Melbourne?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

For Christchurch to Melbourne, Sunday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Tuesday is the most expensive. Flying from Melbourne back to Christchurch, the best deals are generally found on Wednesday, with Monday being the most expensive.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport is May, where tickets cost $484 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and January, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $605 and $591 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 21% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 26 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flight$169
Best time to beat the crowds (2% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (15% more expensive on average)
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When to book flights from Christchurch to Melbourne

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Christchurch to Melbourne based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Christchurch to Melbourne flights

  • Can I bring a pet on Bamboo Airways flights from Christchurch to Melbourne?

    Air New Zealand allows pets to travel domestically on flights from Christchurch to Melbourne as checked baggage or cargo. The airline also offers a Service Dog program where service dogs can travel in the cabin. There are fees associated with pet travel on Air New Zealand flights, which vary depending on the weight of the pet.

  • What seat options are available on Qantas Airways flights from Christchurch to Melbourne?

    Passengers can select their seat on Qantas flights from Christchurch to Melbourne when making a booking, or any time before the flight. The earlier they do so, the more choices they have. Passengers can also access the seat map and change their seats if desired after checking in. Qantas Airways offers Economy, Premium Economy, Business and First Class.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport was $112 for a one-way ticket and $293 for a return.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Christchurch to Melbourne?

    The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Christchurch to Melbourne flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Christchurch to Melbourne?

    oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Christchurch and Melbourne, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Christchurch to Melbourne?

    There are direct flights from Christchurch to Melbourne on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Christchurch to Melbourne, Emirates or Air New Zealand?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Christchurch to Melbourne are Emirates and Air New Zealand. With an average price for the route of $467 and an overall rating of 8.1, Emirates is the most popular choice. Air New Zealand is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $547 and an overall rating of 8.0.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Christchurch to Melbourne?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Christchurch to Melbourne.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Christchurch to Melbourne?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Melbourne from Christchurch is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Christchurch to Melbourne?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Melbourne with an airline and back to Christchurch with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Christchurch to Melbourne?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Melbourne from Christchurch up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $228 or less one-way and $443 or less round-trip.
  • Fiji Airways provides wheelchair assistance for customers who require it, including for flights from Christchurch (CHC) to Melbourne (MEL). This includes assistance getting to and from the aircraft, boarding and deplaning, and transferring to connecting flights. The airline also offers special seating arrangements for passengers with reduced mobility, which include seating with extra legroom and aisle seats for easier access.
  • Jetstar Airways offers different baggage allowances depending on the type of ticket for flights from Christchurch (CHC) to Melbourne (MEL). Jetstar Starter fares have no checked baggage allowance but a 7 kg carry-on allowance. Their Starter Plus fares have a checked baggage allowance of up to 20 kg and a 7 kg carry-on allowance, while Jetstar Business fares have a checked baggage allowance of up to 30 kg and a 7 kg carry-on allowance.
  • Emirates Airlines offers a range of services for families travelling with children on flights from Christchurch (CHC) to Melbourne (MEL). The airline offers healthy meals for young flyers aged from two to 12 years old and in-flight entertainment for children, including children's movies, TV shows, music, games and children's magazines. The airline also has special products and services for children on board, such as fun packs, kid-sized headphones and blankets.

Prefer to fly direct from Christchurch to Melbourne?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Christchurch to Melbourne.
Find which airlines fly direct from Christchurch Airport to Melbourne Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Christchurch to Melbourne

Monday

Air New Zealand, Jetstar, Qantas Airways

Air New Zealand, Jetstar, +1 more

Tuesday

Air New Zealand, Jetstar, Qantas Airways

Air New Zealand, Jetstar, +1 more

Wednesday

Air New Zealand, Jetstar, Qantas Airways

Air New Zealand, Jetstar, +1 more

Thursday

Air New Zealand, Jetstar, Qantas Airways

Air New Zealand, Jetstar, +1 more

Friday

Air New Zealand, Jetstar, Qantas Airways

Air New Zealand, Jetstar, +1 more

Saturday

Air New Zealand, Jetstar, Qantas Airways

Air New Zealand, Jetstar, +1 more

Sunday

Air New Zealand, Jetstar, Qantas Airways

Air New Zealand, Jetstar, +1 more

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Direct returns

Melbourne to Christchurch

Monday

Air New Zealand, Jetstar, Qantas Airways

Air New Zealand, Jetstar, +1 more

Tuesday

Air New Zealand, Jetstar, Qantas Airways

Air New Zealand, Jetstar, +1 more

Wednesday

Air New Zealand, Jetstar, Qantas Airways

Air New Zealand, Jetstar, +1 more

Thursday

Air New Zealand, Jetstar, Qantas Airways

Air New Zealand, Jetstar, +1 more

Friday

Air New Zealand, Jetstar, Qantas Airways

Air New Zealand, Jetstar, +1 more

Saturday

Air New Zealand, Jetstar, Qantas Airways

Air New Zealand, Jetstar, +1 more

Sunday

Air New Zealand, Jetstar, Qantas Airways

Air New Zealand, Jetstar, +1 more

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Reviews of the top 4 airlines flying from Christchurch to Melbourne

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Christchurch to Melbourne. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Christchurch to Melbourne? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.1
EmiratesOverall score based on 3334 reviews
8.2Entertainment
7.9Food
8.0Comfort
8.3Crew
8.1Boarding
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Hospitality is good. Should improve on buggage handling because l lost a suitcase. Layover in Dubai was too long , 6 hours

6.0 GoodKudakwashe, Sept 2025DXB - MAN
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Hospitality is good. Should improve on buggage handling because l lost a suitcase. Layover in Dubai was too long , 6 hours

Can’t complain Only downside was the Kiosk passport check and customs clearance at Melbourne. When will they improve that service🤔

Fantastic service the managed to locate my checked bag on the plans as re-tagged it for my final destination.

We travelled in economy, were very satisfied with the comfort and keg space of the seats. Food was great compared to other airlines, the crew were very helpful and friendly. Since i was travelling with kids, i needed assistance multiple of times. Will be definitely taking long flights with Emirates from now on.

The staff on board were excellent. Kind, thoughtful, helpful - not just with me but with others around that I observed. Wonderful service.

Emirates is superb service. The A380 was very comfortable. The cabin crew is really helpful

no problem with Emirates it was the underpricer subcontractor Who was ridiculous

It was great, a little more leg room would have been better particularly since we were in premium economy

Seat 💺 was all the way on last row. Food was okay .

Loved everything! This flight had premium economy and I didn't see an option to upgraded to premium economy OR buy premium economy tickets. How come?

Not a comfortable trip, the seats are not good, and they look old.

Lost my luggage and brought someone else luggage to my airport.

Not entirely positive. It’s frustrating that everything is done through the united app. One of our flight attendants on our trip from San Francisco to MSP continually had trouble hearing people so she flipped her hair into people’s faces

I flew United from San Francisco to Auckland. My connecting flight from Auckland to Christchurch was canceled with no explanation. I was finally told the cancellation was due to fog. Even though it was clear when we landed. I am from San Francisco, I know what fog is! And I didn't see any fog. I was told the next available flight was 7 hours later. Unacceptable, they should have had a flight ready to go as soon as it was deemed safe to take off.

Two hours was not enough time to transition from the international to domestic terminal. You have to go through customs, a biological hazard check, gather your luggage, take a bus to the domestic terminal and recheck your luggage. The bus was slow and crowded and the lines to recheck your bags were very long. We missed our connecting flight. Initially, the Air New Zealand officials were not helpful at all in helping to get us on another flight. Told us we would have to buy another ticket for a flight 11 hours later. Found another agent that was more helpful. He helped arrange to get us on standby for another flight three hours later. Had to ride in jump seats next to the flight attendants, but at least we eventually got to out destination.

Full flight. Flight attendants were harried. Otherwise, fine for the typical cramped seating conditions in coach.

Great! Flight was delayed by 30 mins but all was great. Thanks.

The 10hr flight was a comfortable as it could be in row 57. The food was just very bad….bland and soggy!

I love the “boarding from the back” idea - it’s so much better than the “Zones” idea that many others use. Also, the inflight wifi was a first for me! Very nice to have on a 13-hour flight!

Again, Air New Zealand was great. They kept bathrooms clean, food was actually very good, New Zealand wines a big hit

A few more inches of legroom is all i ask

One of the best Qantas business flights I've had. Quality product

Business class points redemption - good value for points paid, dubious value if out of your own pocket, domestic class business product okay for this length of flight. The flight left and arrived on time, crew were good, aircraft was a bit old and tired, but still miles ahead of their competitors in Virgin and Jetstar.

Airline running better than post Covid, proper boarding process now implemented, some aircraft feeling a bit old and tired, crew fine, online experience better.

Five hour flight instead of four hours due to westerly headwinds which wasn’t the fault of Qantas !

The wifi was out. Otherwise it was great flight. Richard, as CSM, was excellent.

Was bumped to a later flight because of inefficiency on part of the airline.

The Emerits/Qantas flight was cancelled to Wellington. We need a refund. Had to buy another airline ticket. How do we get the refund. Still not in Wellington.

Delayed QF59 flight once again, Qantas doesn't fail in maintaining there delayed departures and arrivals. USB points do not work nor do the power point sockets on the plane, Qantas staff admitted that on the flight. Don't expect to your charge devices. Saving grace, was the ice cream. Bottom line, if you expect to fly to HND and make it on time avoid Qantas and if you're interested in ice cream - visit 7/11.

Pretty excellent. I don’t know what the pilot could have done better with the bumping ( there was a storm) nor what happened to my ears coming down into bendigo. It doesn’t happen coming down into Sydney just the return flight. I wonder why?

Late leaving and desintuon board showed ‘gate closed’ when they hadn’t even commenced boarding!

Flight was delayed more than 1.5 hours. Gate changed multiple times

The good thing is that the flight got us from Darwin to Brisbane. However, it would have to be the most uncomfortable flight I have ever taken and if I can possibly avoid flying Jetstar again, I will.

I was treated poorly in Dunedin by check in crew, then my bag was lost in Auckland. Never again.

no announcement about why we where delayed which is very poor

It was better than I expected. Thought $5 for a small cup of tea was a bit much!

Overall good trip I find seats a bit hard. We were waiting on board for about an hour for 2 passengers with some document issue. This main our arrival late for our pickup person.

15kg allowance is outrageous. Change of time a few days before departure and more than 2 hours of delay in the end. The worse we’ve taken so far in Oceania.

They added the weight of my back to the carryon luggage and charged me NZ$75 for being over 7 kg.

Very quiet plane!! One of the quietest planes we have been on.

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