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Cheap flights from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport from £127

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 15/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — MEL
15 Feb — 22 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Christchurch to Melbourne are usually found in May or June, booked 79 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap 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 16 January 2026.

Round-trip from

£235

One-way from

£127

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£294

Good one-way deal

£175 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 13/3-22/3
  • Nonstop
  • 7h 00m total
  • Christchurch to Melbourne
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Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 15/3
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 55m total
  • Christchurch to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (£20 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£5 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 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 16 January 2026.

Fri 13/309:15
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Sun 22/312:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 15m
Jetstar
Deal found 15/1£235
Wed 1/706:10
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 55m
Air New Zealand
Sat 1/808:35
MEL
-
CHC
1 stop7h 35m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 16/1£254
Fri 20/306:05
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 55m
Qantas Airways
Mon 23/318:50
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 15/1£259
Mon 31/815:45
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 50m
Emirates
Wed 2/909:15
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 30m
Emirates
Deal found 14/1£268
Mon 31/815:45
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 50m
Qantas Airways
Wed 2/918:40
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 30m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 13/1£268
Tue 31/309:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Thu 16/411:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 15m
Jetstar
Deal found 14/1£278
Wed 5/811:00
CHC
-
MEL
1 stop8h 45m
Air New Zealand
Sun 9/808:35
MEL
-
CHC
1 stop7h 35m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 15/1£280
Sat 2/506:10
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 55m
Air New Zealand
Sat 9/509:10
MEL
-
CHC
1 stop7h 40m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 14/1£291
Fri 6/306:05
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 55m
Emirates
Mon 16/318:50
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 14/1£293
Fri 6/306:05
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 55m
Qantas Airways
Mon 16/318:50
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 15/1£301
Fri 10/406:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 50m
Qantas Airways
Sun 12/418:40
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 30m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 14/1£301

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

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Christchurch

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Melbourne

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Depart

Return

Price

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Wed 1/7

06:10-08:05

Nonstop3h 55m

Melbourne

Sat 1/8

08:35-18:10

1 stop7h 35m

£254

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Fri 20/3

06:05-08:00

Nonstop3h 55m

Melbourne

Mon 23/3

18:50-00:10

Nonstop3h 20m

£259

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Tue 31/3

09:20-11:05

Nonstop3h 45m

Melbourne

Thu 16/4

11:05-16:20

Nonstop3h 15m

£278

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Sat 2/5

06:10-08:05

Nonstop3h 55m

Melbourne

Sat 9/5

09:10-18:50

1 stop7h 40m

£291

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Fri 6/3

06:05-08:00

Nonstop3h 55m

Melbourne

Mon 16/3

18:50-00:10

Nonstop3h 20m

£293

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Fri 6/3

06:05-08:00

Nonstop3h 55m

Melbourne

Mon 16/3

18:50-00:10

Nonstop3h 20m

£301

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Fri 10/4

06:20-08:10

Nonstop3h 50m

Melbourne

Sun 12/4

18:40-00:10

Nonstop3h 30m

£301

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Fri 20/3

06:00-07:55

Nonstop3h 55m

Melbourne

Mon 23/3

08:35-18:25

1 stop7h 50m

£306

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Mon 2/2

06:00-07:55

Nonstop3h 55m

Melbourne

Thu 12/2

18:50-07:25

1 stop10h 35m

£313

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Tue 17/2

06:00-07:55

Nonstop3h 55m

£139

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Best time to book a flight from Christchurch to Melbourne

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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 return flight from Christchurch to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 9 January 2026.

The best time to book flights from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport is 79 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 £107). Flying from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £207). 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?

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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.

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 5.9 mi from the city center, Christchurch is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Melbourne from Christchurch. Booking flights from Christchurch (CHC) to Melbourne should be relatively easy as there are 15 daily outbound flights to Melbourne from 0 different airlines.

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

    Departing from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport will take you 3h 45m. There are 1499 mi between Christchurch and Melbourne Airport. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

  • 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 American Airlines (94%), Finnair (82%) or Jetstar (80%) 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 for the cheapest flight from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport? While on average our users pay £214, our data indicates the cheapest price to be £107. The most popular route (Christchurch - Melbourne), is priced around £127.

  • 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 holiday 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 £107). Flying from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £207). 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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