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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch from £154

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 25/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — CHC
7 Feb — 14 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Christchurch are usually found in May or June, booked 33 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Christchurch

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to Christchurch (CHC). 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 8 January 2026.

Round-trip from

£198

One-way from

£154

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£282

Good round-trip deal

£246 or less

Good one-way deal

£160 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 21/4-28/4
  • Nonstop
  • 7h 00m total
  • Melbourne to Christchurch
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 25/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 12h 45m total
  • Melbourne to Christchurch
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (£27 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£6 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Christchurch
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Christchurch. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 8 January 2026.

Tue 21/411:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Tue 28/408:20CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 5/1£198
Fri 14/811:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Sun 23/808:20CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 6/1£199
Tue 9/611:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Thu 11/608:20CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 7/1£209
Tue 3/312:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Tue 17/309:15CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 5/1£218
Tue 15/911:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Wed 23/908:20CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 6/1£219
Wed 28/112:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Wed 4/209:15CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 6/1£233
Mon 1/611:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Sun 14/616:25CHC - MEL
1 stop8h 20mJetstar
Deal found 6/1£240
Wed 28/112:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Fri 30/109:15CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Deal found 6/1£248
Sun 15/318:55MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mAir New Zealand
Sun 29/307:25CHC - MEL
1 stop8h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/1£248

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Christchurch 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 8 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch that are best for you.

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Melbourne

Fly to

Christchurch

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Wed 28/1

12:05-17:20

Nonstop3h 15m

Christchurch

Wed 4/2

09:15-11:00

Nonstop3h 45m

£233

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Thu 23/4

11:05-16:20

Nonstop3h 15m

Christchurch

Thu 30/4

08:20-10:05

Nonstop3h 45m

£233

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Mon 1/6

11:05-16:20

Nonstop3h 15m

Christchurch

Sun 14/6

16:25-22:45

1 stop8h 20m

£240

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Wed 28/1

12:05-17:20

Nonstop3h 15m

Christchurch

Fri 30/1

09:15-11:00

Nonstop3h 45m

£248

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Sun 15/3

18:55-00:20

Nonstop3h 25m

Christchurch

Sun 29/3

07:25-13:45

1 stop8h 20m

£248

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Tue 20/1

12:05-17:20

Nonstop3h 15m

Christchurch

Fri 23/1

09:15-11:00

Nonstop3h 45m

£258

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Sun 5/4

11:05-16:20

Nonstop3h 15m

Christchurch

Mon 20/4

08:20-10:05

Nonstop3h 45m

£268

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Wed 18/2

08:35-18:25

1 stop7h 50m

Christchurch

Tue 3/3

06:00-07:55

Nonstop3h 55m

£286

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Fri 23/1

18:55-00:20

Nonstop3h 25m

Christchurch

Sat 31/1

06:00-07:55

Nonstop3h 55m

£289

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Fri 17/4

11:05-16:20

Nonstop3h 15m

Christchurch

Mon 20/4

08:20-10:05

Nonstop3h 45m

£289

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Christchurch

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

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch (average of £86). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch in December is currently the most expensive (average of £148). 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 CHC?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Christchurch. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 8 January 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 Christchurch as you normally would.

Reviews of airlines servicing Christchurch

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Christchurch. 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 Christchurch. Reviews last updated 8 January 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Jetstar from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
500 reviews
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Overall

6.5

Comfort

6.4

Food

5.6

Crew

7.3

Boarding

6.8

Entertainment

5.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jan 2026

MEL - AKL

Delay Delay Delay. If that isn’t enough to set the mood, we then had to witness passengers abuse flight staff trying to get us on board quicker and due to their rudeness we all had to keep waiting. Thanks to them and Jetstar with their delays.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
500 reviews
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
500 reviews
Check prices

Overall

6.5

Comfort

6.4

Food

5.6

Crew

7.3

Boarding

6.8

Entertainment

5.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jan 2026

MEL - AKL

Delay Delay Delay. If that isn’t enough to set the mood, we then had to witness passengers abuse flight staff trying to get us on board quicker and due to their rudeness we all had to keep waiting. Thanks to them and Jetstar with their delays.

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to Christchurch from Melbourne, you will be flying to Christchurch, which is the city’s only airport. Christchurch (CHC) is located 5.9 mi from the center of Christchurch. There are 18 flights from Melbourne to Christchurch per day from 1 airline.

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

    A quick flight from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch can take about 3h 15m. Jetstar provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £233. The distance between Melbourne Airport and Christchurch is about 1499 mi. All flights are typically direct.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch round-trip from £136. Jetstar is 47% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Jetstar, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £133. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qantas Airways and Air New Zealand, as they are both options that can get you from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch for a low price.

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

    Before booking your flight to Christchurch from Melbourne Airport, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: American Airlines (80%), Jetstar (74%), IndiGo( 72%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch is £152. On average you can expect to pay £217. The most popular route, (Melbourne - Christchurch), can usually be booked for £122.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch (average of £86). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch in December is currently the most expensive (average of £148). 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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