Cheap flights from Melbourne to Christchurch

from as little as £311

15 nights in Christchurch, departing Melbourne on 14 / Oct / 2025 with Qantas (price found 15 hours ago)

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Christchurch

14 / Oct / 2025 is currently the lowest priced day of the year to fly the Melbourne/Christchurch route. There are around 45 flights on any given week from the UK to Christchurch and the cheapest month to fly right now is October.

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You’ve searched for flights from Melbourne to Christchurch. We've gone through all 45 flights that go to or via Christchurch every week, to help you find the cheapest flight. Air New Zealand usually has the best-value flights from Melbourne, but make sure you compare all your options to get the cheapest flight possible.

We scan thousands of airfares from hundreds of airlines across the globe. We've found that three airlines operate the 2408 km flight from Melbourne to Christchurch. Flights during peak season tend to be the most expensive – so if you want to go during that time, it's best to book early. Or you could try to get a last-minute flight deal.

Emirates, Air New Zealand & Qantas are the most popular airlines for flying from Melbourne to Christchurch, so look out for their deals and offers. To find the best price, try searching by month. Or, if you want to bag a last-minute offer, keep an eye on Netflights to monitor the prices.

It takes about 3 hrs 30 mins to fly from Melbourne to Christchurch. Once you’ve chosen your flight, go through and fill out your details to complete your booking. If you haven’t yet sorted your hotel or car hire, take a look at our competitive rates – then you can book your flights and accommodation in one go.

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