MEL - WLG

$347 Find Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Wellington

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Everything you should know

Cheapest return fare
$583
Overall average: $568
Air New Zealand
Fri 13/2Sun 15/2
MEL - WLG • Direct
Cheapest direct flights
$596
Typical prices: $491-$640
Air New Zealand
Fri 13/2Sun 15/2
MEL - WLG • Direct
When to book
3 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 3 weeks in advance save around 22% compared to booking last minute.
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March
Cheapest • 13% price drop
December
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Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Wellington (MEL-WLG)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Melbourne to Wellington 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.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from Melbourne to Wellington

Fri, 13 Feb - Sun, 15 Feb
Air New Zealand Logo
18:00 - 23:35
MEL
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WLG
3h 35mdirect
Air New Zealand Logo
20:15 - 07:55
WLG
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MEL
13h 40m1 stop
$583Air New Zealand
Tue, 3 Mar - Tue, 10 Mar
Air New Zealand Logo
09:10 - 14:45
MEL
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WLG
3h 35mdirect
Air New Zealand Logo
07:00 - 17:45
WLG
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MEL
12h 45m1 stop
$593Air New Zealand
Fri, 13 Feb - Sun, 15 Feb
Air New Zealand Logo
18:00 - 23:35
MEL
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WLG
3h 35mdirect
Air New Zealand Logo
06:00 - 08:10
WLG
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MEL
4h 10mdirect
$596Air New Zealand
Wed, 13 May - Thu, 28 May
Air New Zealand Logo
09:10 - 14:50
MEL
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WLG
3h 40mdirect
Air New Zealand Logo
13:05 - 17:30
WLG
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MEL
6h 25m1 stop
$601Air New Zealand
Wed, 4 Mar - Wed, 11 Mar
Air New Zealand Logo
18:00 - 23:35
MEL
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WLG
3h 35mdirect
Air New Zealand Logo
06:00 - 08:10
WLG
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MEL
4h 10mdirect
$605Air New Zealand
Sun, 8 Feb - Tue, 10 Feb
Air New Zealand Logo
16:50 - 07:10
MEL
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WLG
12h 20m1 stop
Air New Zealand Logo
17:45 - 07:55
WLG
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MEL
16h 10m1 stop
$607Air New Zealand
Mon, 9 Feb - Sat, 14 Feb
Air New Zealand Logo
12:10 - 22:10
MEL
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WLG
8h 00m1 stop
Air New Zealand Logo
06:00 - 08:10
WLG
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MEL
4h 10mdirect
$610Air New Zealand
Wed, 11 Mar - Wed, 18 Mar
Air New Zealand Logo
18:00 - 23:35
MEL
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WLG
3h 35mdirect
Air New Zealand Logo
08:15 - 07:55
WLG
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MEL
25h 40m1 stop
$613Air New Zealand
Fri, 30 Jan - Sun, 8 Feb
Air New Zealand Logo
18:00 - 23:35
MEL
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WLG
3h 35mdirect
Air New Zealand Logo
20:00 - 09:25
WLG
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MEL
15h 25m1 stop
$617Air New Zealand
Tue, 27 Jan - Fri, 30 Jan
Jetstar Logo
20:35 - 14:50
MEL
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WLG
16h 15m1 stop
Jetstar Logo
15:55 - 23:50
WLG
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MEL
9h 55m1 stop
$619Jetstar
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Melbourne to Wellington flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Melbourne to Wellington 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 Melbourne to Wellington?

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

When flying from Melbourne to Wellington, you should consider leaving on a Tuesday and avoid Wednesdays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Melbourne, you’ll find the best rates on Fridays and the most expensive ones on Saturdays.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Melbourne Airport to Wellington, 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 Melbourne Airport to Wellington is March, where tickets cost $544 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and January, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $855 and $719 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Melbourne Airport to Wellington?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a stopover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop stopover the cheapest option at $697 on average.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Melbourne Airport to Wellington, 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 Melbourne Airport to Wellington, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 22% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 11 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonAugust
Cheapest flight$347
Best time to beat the crowds (6% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (37% more expensive on average)
Flight from Melbourne to Wellington

When to book flights from Melbourne to Wellington

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Melbourne to Wellington based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking Melbourne to Wellington flights

  • Can I fly directly from Melbourne to Wellington?

    There are numerous direct flights available from major airport hubs in Melbourne to Wellington International Airport. Opting for a direct flight may reduce your travel time significantly, but these flights will cost a bit more. Jetstar, Air New Zealand, and Qantas are a few airlines that provide direct flights for this specific route.

  • What is the fastest way from Wellington International Airport to the city centre?

    The best and fastest way to travel from the airport to the city centre is via a taxi. It will take you roughly 18min when travelling in a taxi. However, it may be significantly cheaper to opt for a bus as it will cost you less, even though the commute will take slightly longer. A taxi for this journey will cost you about NZ$ 46–61 (A$ 30–40) and a bus will cost you about NZ$ 30 (A$ 20).

  • Are there hotels onsite at Wellington International Airport?

    There are several accommodation choices available onsite at the Wellington International Airport. You will be able to choose a hotel to suit your affordability; just some of your options include the Airport Motel and Rydges Wellington Airport.

  • Where can I find the airport lounges at Melbourne International Airport?

    While you should be at the airport at least 2–3h before your flight to allow time to get through customs, you will be able to find the airport lounges at the International Departures Area in Terminal 2 of the airport. To access the airport lounge, you can purchase a day pass.

  • How can I access special services at Wellington International Airport?

    If you are a traveller with reduced mobility and require additional assistance such as wheelchair rentals, you will need to contact the airport prior to your arrival to arrange additional assistance. The airport provides all the necessary services for disabled travellers with pre-arrangements. You will be able to locate handicapped parking spaces, bathroom facilities, and lifts.

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Wellington was $347 for a one-way ticket and $583 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Melbourne to Wellington?

    On your way to Wellington, you’ll fly out from Melbourne. You’ll be landing at Wellington.

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

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Melbourne to Wellington?

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

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

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

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Melbourne to Wellington are Emirates and Air New Zealand. With an average price for the route of $783 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 $600 and an overall rating of 8.0.

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

    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 Melbourne to Wellington.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Wellington from Melbourne 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 Melbourne to Wellington?

    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 Wellington with an airline and back to Melbourne with another airline.

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

    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 Wellington from Melbourne 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 Melbourne Airport to Wellington

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $453 or less one-way and $646 or less round-trip.
  • Wellington International Airport (WLG) is the only international hub in Wellington, the capital of New Zealand. It's the third busiest airport in the country, behind Auckland Airport and Christchurch International Airport. The Wellington International Airport is situated only 5.5 km from the city centre and is well-connected to nearby attractions.
  • The Wellington International Airport is 8 km away from the city centre and you will be able to travel via the Airport Flyer Bus or a taxi. The bus service runs every 10min during weekdays and every 20min on weekends and public holidays. The bus makes stops at all major points of interest throughout Wellington.
  • Once you have landed at Wellington International Airport, you will be able to make use of the easily accessible airport lounges. You will be able to purchase a day pass to enter the airport lounges that are located in the International Departures Area of the airport.
  • You will be able to get from Melbourne CBD to Melbourne International Airport (MEL) via train, bus, or taxi service. Opting for the train will cost you about A$ 19 for the trip, which will take roughly 20min. If you travel by train, you'll pay around A$ 18 and the trip will last around 20min. Travelling via taxi cab will be the most expensive method of getting to the airport as this will cost you about A$ 50, on average.
  • The Wellington International Airport does not provide any sleeping facilities, although you will be able to enjoy the armchairs and ample seating available throughout the airport. The airport does, however, have onsite hotels and accommodations for travellers to take advantage of.
  • You will be able to find facilities for the disabled such as wheelchair services as the airport advertises itself as an accessible hub for disabled travellers. The Wellington International Airport also caters for families with young children as there are child care rooms stocked with child-care essentials.

Prefer to fly direct from Melbourne to Wellington?

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

Direct departures

Melbourne to Wellington

Monday

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways

Tuesday

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways

Wednesday

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways

Thursday

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways

Friday

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways

Saturday

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways

Sunday

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways

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Direct returns

Wellington to Melbourne

Monday

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways

Tuesday

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways

Wednesday

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways

Thursday

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways

Friday

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways

Saturday

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways

Sunday

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways

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Reviews of the top 4 airlines flying from Melbourne to Wellington

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Melbourne to Wellington. 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 Melbourne to Wellington? 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 3434 reviews
8.2Entertainment
8.3Crew
8.1Boarding
7.9Food
8.0Comfort
Airline reviews

Warm staff, very responsive service. Well furnished cabin and comfortable seat and amenities. Excellent onboard wifi connection and very large comfortable restrooms.

10.0 ExcellentNaveen, Nov 2025
DXB - ZRH
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Warm staff, very responsive service. Well furnished cabin and comfortable seat and amenities. Excellent onboard wifi connection and very large comfortable restrooms.

It was delayed for 2 hrs. Flight attendants were not attentive.

We boarded but due to a technical issue we spent 4.5hrs on the ground waiting for the issue to be resolved

No kids provided. Instead we were told to have contacted the airline that we have kids and require kids meals. We were not the only ones who inquired about kids meals. It’s odd. Emirates and other airlines give kids meals as standard and before the adult food comes out. The rice in our meals was gluggy and under cooked. The chicken was also raw. Sadly not the best experience with Finn Air. The hostesses tried to compensate with the snacks and drinks but missed the mark by a long way. Especially when paying Emirates/Qantas prices

Three meals on a single flight is disgusting. Even if I reject them all, sleeping is impossible and all that food (especially wasted food) is just antithetical to a pleasant flight experience. People were chucking multiple abandoned trays on the floor in front of my seat.

Hospitality is good. Should improve on buggage handling because l lost a suitcase. Layover in Dubai was too long , 6 hours

Delayed and missed connecting flight. But Emirates took care until next day flight. Thank you

They cancelled our flight, rebooked, cancelled that one. We are now flying New Zealand Air and need a refund please. How do we get it?

Wifi was not operational for the whole trip. Other than this, flight was well received .

Over - amazing. The aircraft is somewhat old on this route.

The food was not as good as Air New Zealand. The veg pasta was pass-able but the veg cibotta sandwich was dry, hard and not up to par. The coach staff were attentive and accommodating.

Air conditioning was turned to the wrong setting. Way too hot. The entertainment system kept resetting and didn’t work half the flight. Said something to the crew. They didn’t do anything to help. Plane had a mechanical problem that resulted in 2.5 hour delay. Boarded the plane, had to disembark and get back on.

Good and appreciate the effort Air Zealand puts into using more environmentally friendly food containers and utensils. yay! One of the better airlines for this for sure. Still some bad stuff, but at least Air NZ is trying. :) Also really enjoyed the bluetooth option for personal headsets. :)

Kayak did not propagate my United miles account and I had to manually get credit.

Like: Aircraft was better than others I've flown in. Crew was great, food was very good. Air New Zealand is now my favorite airline. On our long flight from AKL to YVR there was enough room for those of us in Economy to stretch a bit. My sister is disabled and they took very good care of her and me. Best entertainment offering of all the other airlines. Not so much; Flight from AKL to YRV was delayed BUT they recovered really well so no complaints here. Pretty petty point to complain about. Only negative I have. I will recommend to friends.

Great entertainment options on the screen. uSB A and C chargers. Free WiFi! Crew were excellent.

Service was excellent and they’re very helpful and nice

Check in crew member was very helpful, nice and excellent service👍

Overall the plane was good and the crew great. The big disappointment was the skycouch. Maybe it would be good if you were a parent with 2 small kids travelling but as a couple it's hopeless. It's impossible for 2 adults to lie down so one ends up sitting. We split our time with one lying and the other sitting. We both got more sleep sitting upright. We will never book one again and don't recommend it to anyone.

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

Flight was canceled. I was not alerted. It was only kayak that alerted me

Flight was 2.5 hours late leaving. We spent 50 minutes of that sitting on the plane with no explanation. They did reduce the time in the air so we arrived a little less late which was something. The cheese and crackers were okay but the wine was terrible.

Excellent as always, I won't fly to Australia, and back to the US on any other airline. The flight crew is always top notch, and have a way to make one feel extra special. Thank you for your service, I would rate Qantas Airways a 10+.

Basic airline, aircraft and service. AA gets you from point A to B. My flight was delayed by 2 hours too.

No internet on flight, which makes log travels really hard.

Not great. The inflight entertainment was all on an app, and I did not want to watch a film on my phone. Also, the range of options of films was limited.

by the time they got to our row, they were out of some of the food options. games and movies were great but maybe more game options like tetris or pac man would be great

A few more inches of legroom is all i ask

Great as usual, some delays but well communicated and made up for in the air

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.

Jet star delayed both trips with poor communication. Passengers were made to change gates often and then left to stand with no seating. As someone getting over surgery this was very trying.

Delayed twice. Poor communication and people made to change gates too often.

Excellent help with Wife needing disability access at Brisbane airport

The flight was delayed by 2 hours but the Jetstar crew were fantastic.

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!

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Other airlines flying from Melbourne to Wellington

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