฿5,081 Cheap Flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Christchurch (CHC)

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Cheap Flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Christchurch (CHC)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at ฿5,081 for one-way flights and ฿13,590 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Qantas Airways
Wed, 3 Jun - Sat, 13 Jun
MEL
Melbourne
CHC
Christchurch
฿13,590 Return, found 1 day ago
฿13,590
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Wed, 3 Jun from Melbourne to Christchurch, returning Sat, 13 Jun, priced at ฿13,590 found 1 day ago
Jetstar
Wed, 3 Jun - Sat, 13 Jun
MEL
Melbourne
CHC
Christchurch
฿14,020 Return, found 1 day ago
฿14,020
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Wed, 3 Jun from Melbourne to Christchurch, returning Sat, 13 Jun, priced at ฿14,020 found 1 day ago
Air New Zealand
Sat, 4 Apr - Sat, 18 Apr
MEL
Melbourne
CHC
Christchurch
฿14,025 Return, found 5 days ago
฿14,025
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Sat, 4 Apr from Melbourne to Christchurch, returning Sat, 18 Apr, priced at ฿14,025 found 5 days ago
Air New Zealand
Sun, 5 Apr - Thu, 16 Apr
MEL
Melbourne
CHC
Christchurch
฿14,140 Return, found 3 hours ago
฿14,140
Return
found 3 hours ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Sun, 5 Apr from Melbourne to Christchurch, returning Thu, 16 Apr, priced at ฿14,140 found 3 hours ago
Air New Zealand
Wed, 3 Jun - Sat, 13 Jun
MEL
Melbourne
CHC
Christchurch
฿14,150 Return, found 1 day ago
฿14,150
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Wed, 3 Jun from Melbourne to Christchurch, returning Sat, 13 Jun, priced at ฿14,150 found 1 day ago
Qantas Airways
Wed, 3 Jun - Sat, 13 Jun
MEL
Melbourne
CHC
Christchurch
฿14,210 Return, found 1 day ago
฿14,210
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Wed, 3 Jun from Melbourne to Christchurch, returning Sat, 13 Jun, priced at ฿14,210 found 1 day ago
Air New Zealand
Sat, 11 Apr - Sun, 19 Apr
MEL
Melbourne
CHC
Christchurch
฿14,240 Return, found 5 days ago
฿14,240
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Sat, 11 Apr from Melbourne to Christchurch, returning Sun, 19 Apr, priced at ฿14,240 found 5 days ago
Air New Zealand
Fri, 5 Dec - Tue, 9 Dec
MEL
Melbourne
CHC
Christchurch
฿14,360 Return, found 2 days ago
฿14,360
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Fri, 5 Dec from Melbourne to Christchurch, returning Tue, 9 Dec, priced at ฿14,360 found 2 days ago
Emirates
Wed, 3 Jun - Sat, 13 Jun
MEL
Melbourne
CHC
Christchurch
฿15,495 Return, found 1 day ago
฿15,495
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Emirates flight, departing Wed, 3 Jun from Melbourne to Christchurch, returning Sat, 13 Jun, priced at ฿15,495 found 1 day ago
Fiji Airways
Fri, 21 Nov - Thu, 4 Dec
MEL
Melbourne
CHC
Christchurch
฿33,085 Return, found 5 hours ago
฿33,085
Return
found 5 hours ago
Select Fiji Airways flight, departing Fri, 21 Nov from Melbourne to Christchurch, returning Thu, 4 Dec, priced at ฿33,085 found 5 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne (MEL) to Christchurch (CHC)

August is typically the cheapest month to fly

From ฿8,480 - ฿11,507 per traveller.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from MEL to CHC?
Round-trip flights from Tullamarine Airport to Christchurch Airport start from ฿13,590. This figure is based on fares quoted within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year — book now so you don't miss out. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to CHC?
Every airline has a different set of terms and conditions. If you decide to cancel your trip, visit our Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Christchurch Airport that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Christchurch Airport flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from Tullamarine Airport to Christchurch Intl. Airport (CHC)?
Around 2,400 kilometres separates Melbourne and Christchurch, so pack some in-flight entertainment to help you fill in a couple of hours. That gripping novel you're eager to read will be just the ticket.
Which airlines fly direct from MEL to Christchurch Intl. Airport (CHC)?
Qantas (QF) is one of the top choices for travellers jetting between MEL and Christchurch Intl. Airport (CHC). Take your pick of the 30 flights it operates on this route each month. You could also have a look at the deals on offer with Air New Zealand (NZ). It operates 30 flights a month between Melbourne and Christchurch.
Are Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to CHC flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Late planners can occasionally score a bargain, with some of the cheapest fares from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Christchurch Intl. Airport (CHC) popping up a few weeks before the departure date. If you'd rather plan ahead, Expedia compares and updates all the best flight deals continually — as early as 12 months in advance in some cases. It does depend on the carrier though, as not all airlines publish prices that far in advance.

Travel information

Travel information

Origin airport
Tullamarine
Destination airport
Christchurch Intl.
Airlines serving
Air New Zealand, China Southern Airlines, Emirates, Qantas Airways, Singapore Airlines
Return price
฿13,590
Distance
2399 km
Average flight time
5 hours 25 mins

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Perfect flights from Melbourne to Christchurch

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