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$214+ Cheap flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Wellington (WLG)

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 6/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — WLG
feb. 26 — mar. 51
jue. 2/26
jue. 3/5
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Wellington
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Wellington. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on enero 27, 2026.

This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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.
mar. 5/58:15 pm
MEL
-
WLG
1 stop15h 45m
Jetstar
jue. 5/147:40 am
WLG
-
MEL
1 stop17h 05m
Jetstar
Deal found 1/25$372
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Jetstar is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 8/111:05 am
MEL
-
WLG
1 stop5h 55m
Jetstar
vie. 8/147:40 am
WLG
-
MEL
1 stop17h 05m
Jetstar
Deal found 1/27$374
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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.
mar. 5/58:15 pm
MEL
-
WLG
1 stop15h 45m
Jetstar
sáb. 5/167:40 am
WLG
-
MEL
1 stop17h 05m
Jetstar
Deal found 1/24$378
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Jetstar is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 3/111:55 pm
MEL
-
WLG
1 stop10h 25m
Jetstar
mié. 3/112:10 pm
WLG
-
MEL
1 stop10h 40m
Jetstar
Deal found 1/27$380
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
jue. 5/148:15 pm
MEL
-
WLG
1 stop15h 45m
Jetstar
lun. 5/181:05 pm
WLG
-
MEL
1 stop11h 40m
Jetstar
Deal found 1/26$385
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
dom. 7/266:45 pm
MEL
-
WLG
1 stop10h 20m
Jetstar
mar. 7/289:15 am
WLG
-
MEL
1 stop15h 30m
Jetstar
Deal found 1/26$389
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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.
vie. 5/1511:55 pm
MEL
-
WLG
1 stop10h 25m
Jetstar
dom. 5/243:00 pm
WLG
-
MEL
1 stop10h 25m
Jetstar
Deal found 1/25$398
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
jue. 3/128:35 pm
MEL
-
WLG
1 stop16h 15m
Jetstar
sáb. 3/212:10 pm
WLG
-
MEL
1 stop10h 40m
Jetstar
Deal found 1/26$399
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
dom. 7/266:45 pm
MEL
-
WLG
1 stop10h 20m
Jetstar
dom. 8/21:05 pm
WLG
-
MEL
1 stop11h 40m
Jetstar
Deal found 1/26$401
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Jetstar is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 5/1511:55 pm
MEL
-
WLG
1 stop10h 25m
Jetstar
lun. 5/189:15 am
WLG
-
MEL
1 stop15h 30m
Jetstar
Deal found 1/27$406
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
jue. 3/1211:55 pm
MEL
-
WLG
1 stop11h 40m
Jetstar
dom. 3/155:40 pm
WLG
-
MEL
1 stop7h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 1/26$419
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 5/2411:55 pm
MEL
-
WLG
1 stop15h 15m
Multiple Airlines
mié. 6/248:15 pm
WLG
-
MEL
1 stop13h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/25$421

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Wellington

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to Wellington (WLG). 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 enero 27, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$372
(Jetstar)

One-way from

$214
(Jetstar)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$497

Good one-way deal

$269 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Melbourne-Wellington flight deals.
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Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Melbourne-Wellington flights.
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From Melbourne to Wellington
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One-way flight from Melbourne to Wellington
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($69 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($15 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from Melbourne to Wellington.
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Wellington 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 enero 27, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to Wellington that are best for you.

Fly from

Melbourne

Fly to

Wellington

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneWellington

MEL - WLG

MELWLG

Melbourne

mar. 5/5

8:15 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop15h 45m

Wellington

jue. 5/14

7:40 am-10:45 pm

1 stop17h 05m

$372

MelbourneWellington

MEL - WLG

MELWLG

Melbourne

mar. 5/26

8:15 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop15h 45m

Wellington

jue. 5/28

7:40 am-10:45 pm

1 stop17h 05m

$372

MelbourneWellington

MEL - WLG

MELWLG

Melbourne

mar. 5/5

8:15 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop15h 45m

Wellington

sáb. 5/16

7:40 am-10:45 pm

1 stop17h 05m

$378

MelbourneWellington

MEL - WLG

MELWLG

Melbourne

dom. 3/1

11:55 pm-12:20 pm

1 stop10h 25m

Wellington

mié. 3/11

2:10 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop10h 40m

$380

MelbourneWellington

MEL - WLG

MELWLG

Melbourne

jue. 5/14

8:15 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop15h 45m

Wellington

lun. 5/18

1:05 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop11h 40m

$385

MelbourneWellington

MEL - WLG

MELWLG

Melbourne

dom. 7/26

6:45 pm-7:05 am

1 stop10h 20m

Wellington

mar. 7/28

9:15 am-10:45 pm

1 stop15h 30m

$389

MelbourneWellington

MEL - WLG

MELWLG

Melbourne

vie. 5/15

11:55 pm-12:20 pm

1 stop10h 25m

Wellington

dom. 5/24

3:00 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop10h 25m

$398

MelbourneWellington

MEL - WLG

MELWLG

Melbourne

vie. 3/13

11:55 pm-12:20 pm

1 stop10h 25m

Wellington

vie. 3/20

3:55 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop9h 55m

$399

MelbourneWellington

MEL - WLG

MELWLG

Melbourne

dom. 7/26

6:45 pm-7:05 am

1 stop10h 20m

Wellington

dom. 8/2

1:05 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop11h 40m

$401

MelbourneWellington

MEL - WLG

MELWLG

Melbourne

vie. 5/15

11:55 pm-12:20 pm

1 stop10h 25m

Wellington

lun. 5/18

9:15 am-10:45 pm

1 stop15h 30m

$406

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Compare providers for flights from Melbourne to Wellington

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 Melbourne to Wellington in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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 Melbourne Airport-Wellington flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Melbourne Airport-Wellington flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Melbourne Airport-Wellington flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Melbourne Airport-Wellington 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 Melbourne Airport-Wellington 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 Melbourne to Wellington

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

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Melbourne to Wellington. Price data was last updated on January 23, 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Melbourne Airport to Wellington may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 87 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Wellington (average of $193). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Wellington in September is currently the most expensive (average of $312). 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 MEL to WLG?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Wellington. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated enero 27, 2026.

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

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Wellington

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Wellington. 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 Wellington. Reviews last updated enero 27, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne Airport to Wellington, such as Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
577 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

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
577 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
577 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

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
978 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
577 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

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 Melbourne to Wellington. 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 into for flights to Wellington from Melbourne?

    Most people fly into Wellington (WLG) if they book a flight to Wellington from Melbourne. On average, Wellington has 11 inbound flights from Melbourne per day from 2 airlines. Wellington is conveniently located just 3.3 mi from Wellington’s city center.

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

    Departing from Melbourne Airport to Wellington will take you 15h 45m. The distance between Melbourne Airport and Wellington is about 1608 mi.

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

    Currently priced at $152, Air New Zealand will fly you from Melbourne Airport to Wellington and back. In addition to Air New Zealand, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on Qantas Airways for as low as $187. Air New Zealand is priced at 64% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    $203 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Emirates. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Qantas Airways and Air New Zealand, with prices starting from $205 and $244, respectively.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Melbourne Airport to Wellington consider choosing Finnair (69%), Air India (64%) or Thai Airways (64%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $270 for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Wellington. The cheapest flight overall is $257 while the most popular route, (Melbourne - Wellington) is currently priced at $262.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Wellington (average of $193). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Wellington in September is currently the most expensive (average of $312). 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 2 airlines flying from Melbourne to Wellington

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Wellington. 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 enero 27, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air New ZealandCheapest$152Average$461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$187Average$465FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%

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