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$110+ Cheap flights from Auckland (AKL) to Melbourne (MEL)

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 9/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — MEL
Jul 5 — Jul 121
Sat 7/5
Sat 7/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Auckland Intl to Melbourne are usually found in August or July, booked 24 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Auckland to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Auckland (AKL) to Melbourne (MEL). 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 June 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$231
(Jetstar)

One-way from

$110
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$316

Good round-trip deal

$345 or less

Good one-way deal

$146 or less
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Cheapest flights from Auckland to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Auckland to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 30, 2025.

This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Jetstar is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/38:40 pmAKL - MEL
Nonstop4h 05mJetstar
Tue 8/511:55 pmMEL - AKL
Nonstop3h 35mJetstar
Deal found 6/29$231
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/127:30 amAKL - MEL
1 stop8h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/1911:55 pmMEL - AKL
Nonstop3h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/27$337

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Auckland to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.

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Auckland

Fly to

Melbourne

Route

Depart

Return

Price

AucklandMelbourne

AKL - MEL

AKLMEL

Auckland Intl

Sun 8/3

8:40 pm-10:45 pm

Nonstop4h 05m

Melbourne

Tue 8/5

11:55 pm-5:30 am

Nonstop3h 35m

$231

AucklandMelbourne

AKL - MEL

AKLMEL

Auckland Intl

Sat 7/12

7:30 am-1:45 pm

1 stop8h 15m

Melbourne

Sat 7/19

11:55 pm-5:30 am

Nonstop3h 35m

$337

AucklandMelbourne

AKL - MEL

AKLMEL

Auckland Intl

Mon 9/1

8:40 pm-10:45 pm

Nonstop4h 05m

$110

AucklandMelbourne

AKL - MEL

AKLMEL

Auckland Intl

Sat 8/23

7:30 am-1:45 pm

1 stop8h 15m

$174

AucklandMelbourne

AKL - MEL

AKLMEL

Auckland Intl

Sun 7/27

8:50 am-10:50 am

Nonstop4h 00m

$184

AucklandMelbourne

AKL - MEL

AKLMEL

Auckland Intl

Sat 12/27

8:35 pm-10:45 pm

Nonstop4h 10m

$207

AucklandMelbourne

AKL - MEL

AKLMEL

Auckland Intl

Mon 7/14

7:30 am-1:35 pm

1 stop8h 05m

$224

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Deals found on 6/28

Best time to book a flight from Auckland to Melbourne

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Auckland to Melbourne Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Auckland to Melbourne Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Auckland to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Auckland to Melbourne Airport is 24 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Auckland to Melbourne Airport?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,071). Flying from Auckland to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,774). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from AKL to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Auckland to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 30, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Auckland to Melbourne Airport in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 61% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Auckland to Melbourne Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Auckland to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on June 29, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Auckland to Melbourne Airport flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Auckland to Melbourne Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Auckland to Melbourne. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated June 30, 2025.

The most flights from AKL to MEL are scheduled on a Friday (53 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (35 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Auckland to Melbourne Airport?

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated June 30, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Air New Zealand, and LATAM Airlines from Auckland to Melbourne Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,285 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,285 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,285 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
486 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,285 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,801 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,285 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
867 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,285 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
454 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,285 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Auckland to Melbourne. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    For a flight from Auckland to Melbourne, you will be flying from Auckland Intl. Auckland Intl (AKL) is just 11.1 mi from the center of the city. Auckland Intl is the only Auckland airport and it handles 44 outbound flights to Melbourne per day. 5 airlines have flights to Melbourne from Auckland Intl on a regular basis.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Auckland to Melbourne Airport is Jetstar. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $231 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are LATAM Airlines and Emirates, starting at $416 and $440 round-trip. Jetstar is currently priced 30% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $110 on Jetstar. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air New Zealand from $184 and LATAM Airlines from $224 one-way.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Auckland to Melbourne Airport on time: LATAM Airlines (89%), Virgin Atlantic (88%), United Airlines (85%).

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

    While on average a flight from Auckland to Melbourne Airport is generally $495, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $118. When looking at the most popular route, (Auckland Intl - Melbourne), you can expect to pay $338 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Auckland to Melbourne Airport?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,071). Flying from Auckland to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,774). 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.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Auckland to Melbourne

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Auckland to Melbourne. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$203Average$334FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
China AirlinesCheapest$286Average$400FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$305Average$441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
EmiratesCheapest$308Average$385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air New ZealandCheapest$309Average$427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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