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$157+ Cheap flights from Christchurch (CHC) 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 3/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — MEL
Mar 13 — Mar 201
Fri 3/13
Fri 3/20
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Christchurch to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Christchurch to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 11, 2026.

This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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.
Sat 3/149:15 am
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Sun 3/2212:05 pm
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 15m
Jetstar
Deal found 2/9$326
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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.
Fri 9/48:20 am
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Mon 9/711:05 am
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 15m
Jetstar
Deal found 2/10$329
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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.
Wed 3/116:05 am
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 55m
Emirates
Wed 3/186:50 pm
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 2/10$337
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/66:20 am
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 50m
Qantas Airways
Mon 4/66:40 pm
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 30m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 2/10$338
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/116:05 am
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 55m
Qantas Airways
Wed 3/186:50 pm
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 2/11$339
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/216:20 am
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 50m
Qantas Airways
Tue 5/126:40 pm
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 30m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 2/10$343
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/23:45 pm
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 50m
Qantas Airways
Sat 5/99:15 am
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 30m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 2/11$344
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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.
Sat 5/28:20 am
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Sat 5/911:55 pm
MEL
-
CHC
1 stop12h 40m
Jetstar
Deal found 2/9$349
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/36:20 am
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 50m
Emirates
Mon 9/79:15 am
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 30m
Emirates
Deal found 2/10$356
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/313:45 pm
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 50m
Emirates
Wed 9/26:40 pm
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 30m
Emirates
Deal found 2/10$357

Find flight deals from Christchurch to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Christchurch (CHC) 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 February 11, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$326
(Jetstar)

One-way from

$157
(Jetstar)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$363

Good round-trip deal

$472 or less

Good one-way deal

$210 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Christchurch-Melbourne flight deals.
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From Christchurch to Melbourne
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One-way flight from Christchurch to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($45 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Christchurch to Melbourne.
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from Christchurch to Melbourne.
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Christchurch to Melbourne 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 11, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Christchurch

Fly to

Melbourne

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Sat 3/14

9:15 am-11:00 am

Nonstop3h 45m

Melbourne

Sun 3/22

12:05 pm-5:20 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

$326

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Wed 3/11

6:05 am-8:00 am

Nonstop3h 55m

Melbourne

Wed 3/18

6:50 pm-12:10 am

Nonstop3h 20m

$337

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Mon 4/6

6:20 am-8:10 am

Nonstop3h 50m

Melbourne

Mon 4/13

6:40 pm-12:10 am

Nonstop3h 30m

$338

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Wed 3/11

6:05 am-8:00 am

Nonstop3h 55m

Melbourne

Wed 3/18

6:50 pm-12:10 am

Nonstop3h 20m

$339

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Sat 5/2

6:20 am-8:10 am

Nonstop3h 50m

Melbourne

Sat 5/9

9:15 am-2:45 pm

Nonstop3h 30m

$343

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Tue 4/21

6:20 am-8:10 am

Nonstop3h 50m

Melbourne

Tue 5/12

6:40 pm-12:10 am

Nonstop3h 30m

$343

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Sat 5/2

8:20 am-10:05 am

Nonstop3h 45m

Melbourne

Sat 5/9

11:55 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop12h 40m

$349

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Wed 3/11

9:00 pm-9:25 am

1 stop14h 25m

Melbourne

Wed 3/18

10:35 am-10:10 pm

1 stop9h 35m

$385

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Sat 5/2

6:10 am-8:05 am

Nonstop3h 55m

Melbourne

Sat 5/9

6:30 pm-11:55 pm

Nonstop3h 25m

$392

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Fri 4/17

8:20 am-10:05 am

Nonstop3h 45m

$169

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Deals found on 2/8

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Compare providers for flights from Christchurch to Melbourne

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Christchurch to Melbourne in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
BudgetAirPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Christchurch-Melbourne Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Christchurch-Melbourne Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Christchurch-Melbourne Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Christchurch-Melbourne Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Christchurch-Melbourne Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Christchurch to Melbourne

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Melbourne from Christchurch with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Christchurch to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on February 6, 2026.

The best time to book flights from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport is 20 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 Christchurch to Melbourne Airport?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport (average of $141). Flying from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of $262). 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 CHC to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Christchurch 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 February 11, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport as you normally would.

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 February 11, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, and Jetstar from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
582 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
582 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
582 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
988 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
582 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
519 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
582 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Christchurch 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 Christchurch to Melbourne?

    Christchurch (CHC), located 5.9 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Christchurch to Melbourne. 3 airlines have flights from Christchurch to Melbourne on a regular basis. Booking flights from Christchurch to Melbourne should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 18 outbound flights to Melbourne per day.

  • How long is the flight from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport?

    A quick flight from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport can take about 3h 45m. Jetstar provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $326. The distance between Christchurch and Melbourne Airport is about 1499 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

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

    Flying on Jetstar is currently your cheapest option to Melbourne Airport, with prices starting at $131. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways, with the lowest prices starting at $197 and $204, respectively. Users have found that Jetstar is 63% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport are Jetstar ($110), Air New Zealand ($133), and Qantas Airways ($169).

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport consider choosing Jetstar (85%), Finnair (85%) or Malaysia Airlines (85%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $167. While the most popular route (Christchurch - Melbourne) can be booked for $4,679 on average, our data indicates $550 when flying from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Christchurch 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 Christchurch to Melbourne Airport?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport (average of $141). Flying from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of $262). 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 3 airlines flying from Christchurch to Melbourne

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Christchurch 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 February 11, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$131Average$347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air New ZealandCheapest$197Average$410FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$204Average$353FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%

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