Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch from ₹ 21,643
This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — CHC
7 Oct — 14 Oct1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Christchurch are usually found in May or June, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Monday
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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 7 September 2026.
Sat 24/1012:05 -
Nonstop3h 20m
Mon 26/1009:15 -
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Deal found 3/9₹ 33,552
Sat 24/1012:05 -
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Sat 31/1009:15 -
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Deal found 3/9₹ 34,686
Sun 22/1112:05 -
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Tue 24/1109:15 -
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Deal found 6/9₹ 36,765
Sat 24/1012:05 -
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Sun 1/1109:15 -
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Deal found 3/9₹ 37,332
Fri 16/1012:05 -
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Wed 28/1009:15 -
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Deal found 7/9₹ 37,710
Mon 19/1012:05 -
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Mon 26/1009:15 -
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Deal found 4/9₹ 39,317
Wed 21/1012:05 -
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Wed 28/1009:15 -
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Deal found 6/9₹ 39,412
Fri 27/1109:10 -
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Sat 28/1116:00 -
Nonstop4h 00m
Deal found 5/9₹ 39,884
Best flights from Melbourne to Christchurch
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Melbourne to Christchurch that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 7 September 2026.
Mon 22/212:05 -
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Fri 26/209:55 -
1 stop14h 55m
Deal found 3/9₹ 39,695
Wed 27/119:10 -
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Deal found 3/9₹ 43,287
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1 stop8h 29m
Sun 22/1116:35 -
1 stop9h 00m
Deal found 7/9₹ 73,719
Tue 1/1212:05 -
Nonstop3h 15m
Sat 5/1209:15 -
Nonstop3h 50m
Deal found 5/9₹ 40,168
Sun 25/1012:05 -
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Fri 30/1009:15 -
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Deal found 5/9₹ 40,640
Sat 24/1014:20 -
1 stop20h 50m
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2 stops32h 45m
Deal found 3/9₹ 93,756
Fri 20/1112:05 -
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Sat 28/1109:15 -
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Deal found 4/9₹ 42,530
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Sat 13/214:10 -
1 stop24h 15m
Deal found 3/9₹ 112,186
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Thu 8/1006:10 -
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Deal found 7/9₹ 56,140
Tue 2/223:55 -
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Deal found 4/9₹ 44,704
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1 stop9h 40m
Deal found 4/9₹ 48,390
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2 stops19h 15m
Wed 13/109:55 -
2 stops28h 25m
Deal found 6/9₹ 113,698
Direct flights from Melbourne to Christchurch
Explore direct flight options from Melbourne to Christchurch based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 7 September 2026.
Sat 24/1012:05 -
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Mon 26/1009:15 -
Nonstop3h 50m
Deal found 3/9₹ 33,552
Sat 24/1012:05 -
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Sat 31/1009:15 -
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Deal found 3/9₹ 34,686
Sun 22/1112:05 -
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Tue 24/1109:15 -
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Deal found 6/9₹ 36,765
Sat 24/1012:05 -
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Sun 1/1109:15 -
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Deal found 3/9₹ 37,332
Fri 16/1012:05 -
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Wed 28/1009:15 -
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Deal found 7/9₹ 37,710
Mon 8/212:05 -
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Sat 13/209:15 -
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Deal found 6/9₹ 38,466
Mon 19/1012:05 -
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Mon 26/1009:15 -
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Deal found 4/9₹ 39,317
Wed 21/1012:05 -
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Wed 28/1009:15 -
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Deal found 6/9₹ 39,412
Fri 27/1109:10 -
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Sat 28/1116:00 -
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Deal found 5/9₹ 39,884
Last-minute flights from Melbourne to Christchurch
Discover last-minute flight deals from Melbourne to Christchurch. Data last updated 7 September 2026 and is based on user searches.
Wed 14/1023:55 -
1 stop12h 40m
Wed 21/1009:20 -
Nonstop3h 45m
Deal found 6/9₹ 44,799
Fri 16/1012:05 -
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Wed 28/1009:15 -
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Deal found 7/9₹ 37,710
Mon 19/1012:05 -
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Mon 26/1009:15 -
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Deal found 4/9₹ 39,317
Wed 21/1012:05 -
Nonstop3h 20m
Wed 28/1009:15 -
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Deal found 6/9₹ 39,412
Sat 24/1012:05 -
Nonstop3h 20m
Mon 26/1009:15 -
Nonstop3h 50m
Deal found 3/9₹ 33,552
Sat 24/1012:05 -
Nonstop3h 20m
Sat 31/1009:15 -
Nonstop3h 50m
Deal found 3/9₹ 34,686
Sat 24/1012:05 -
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Sun 1/1109:15 -
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Deal found 3/9₹ 37,332
Sun 25/1012:05 -
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Fri 30/1009:15 -
Nonstop3h 50m
Deal found 5/9₹ 40,640
One-way flights from Melbourne to Christchurch
Search for one-way flight options from Melbourne to Christchurch. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 7 September 2026.
Fri 11/1212:05 -
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Wed 31/1200:00 -
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Deal found 3/9₹ 21,643
Fri 4/1212:05 -
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Wed 31/1200:00 -
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Deal found 7/9₹ 21,738
Sat 31/1019:10 -
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Deal found 3/9₹ 22,116
Tue 1/1212:05 -
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Wed 31/1200:00 -
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Deal found 7/9₹ 22,210
Sun 21/218:20 -
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Wed 31/1200:00 -
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Deal found 7/9₹ 22,305
Thu 3/1219:10 -
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Wed 31/1200:00 -
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Deal found 3/9₹ 22,872
Fri 22/113:00 -
1 stop9h 05m
Wed 31/1200:00 -
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Deal found 6/9₹ 23,817
Tue 20/1012:05 -
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Wed 31/1200:00 -
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Deal found 5/9₹ 24,479
Tue 17/1123:55 -
1 stop12h 45m
Wed 31/1200:00 -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 6/9₹ 25,046
Sun 13/1212:05 -
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Wed 31/1200:00 -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 3/9₹ 25,707
Find 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 7 September 2026.
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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated 7 September 2026.
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MelbourneChristchurch
MEL Melbourne - CHC Christchurch
MELCHC
Melbourne
Mon 23/11
19:10-00:35
Nonstop3h 25m
Christchurch
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:00
Nonstop0h 00m
₹ 22,305
MelbourneChristchurch
MEL Melbourne - CHC Christchurch
MELCHC
Melbourne
Thu 3/12
19:10-00:35
Nonstop3h 25m
Christchurch
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:00
Nonstop0h 00m
₹ 22,872
Fastest return journey
MelbourneChristchurch
MEL Melbourne - CHC Christchurch
MELCHC
Melbourne
Wed 21/10
12:05-17:25
Nonstop3h 20m
Christchurch
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:00
Nonstop0h 00m
₹ 26,085
MelbourneChristchurch
MEL Melbourne - CHC Christchurch
MELCHC
Melbourne
Mon 14/12
19:10-00:35
Nonstop3h 25m
Christchurch
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:00
Nonstop0h 00m
₹ 26,369
MelbourneChristchurch
MEL Melbourne - CHC Christchurch
MELCHC
Melbourne
Fri 8/1
19:10-00:35
Nonstop3h 25m
Christchurch
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:00
Nonstop0h 00m
₹ 26,841
MelbourneChristchurch
MEL Melbourne - CHC Christchurch
MELCHC
Melbourne
Sat 12/9
11:05-16:25
Nonstop3h 20m
Christchurch
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:00
Nonstop0h 00m
₹ 34,402
MelbourneChristchurch
MEL Melbourne - CHC Christchurch
MELCHC
Melbourne
Tue 20/10
23:55-09:50
1 stop7h 55m
Christchurch
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:00
Nonstop0h 00m
₹ 34,497
MelbourneChristchurch
MEL Melbourne - CHC Christchurch
MELCHC
Melbourne
Sun 13/9
18:40-00:10
Nonstop3h 30m
Christchurch
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:00
Nonstop0h 00m
₹ 36,576
MelbourneChristchurch
MEL Melbourne - CHC Christchurch
MELCHC
Melbourne
Mon 22/2
12:05-17:20
Nonstop3h 15m
Christchurch
Fri 26/2
09:55-22:50
1 stop14h 55m
₹ 39,695
MelbourneChristchurch
MEL Melbourne - CHC Christchurch
MELCHC
Melbourne
Tue 1/12
12:05-17:20
Nonstop3h 15m
Christchurch
Sat 5/12
09:15-11:05
Nonstop3h 50m
₹ 40,168
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch?
The price you pay for your flight from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 88 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 Christchurch?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch (average of ₹ 29,677). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 44,137). 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 7 September 2026.
When flying from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch?
Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Melbourne Airport to Christchurch flights typically cost between ₹ 27,030 and ₹ 43,854 in October.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was ₹ 33,552 on Jetstar (24 Oct–26 Oct).
Weekly flight availability from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch
Explore weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Christchurch. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 7 September 2026.
The most flights from MEL to CHC are scheduled on a Monday (21 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).
How often are flights from Melbourne to Christchurch delayed?
About 24% of weekly flights between Melbourne and Christchurch have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 103 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to Christchurch flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Melbourne to Christchurch flights?
Over the past year, Jetstar have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 21% of flights being delayed.
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What airport do you fly into for flights to Christchurch from Melbourne?
Christchurch (CHC) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Melbourne to Christchurch. You should not have trouble finding flights to Christchurch from Melbourne; the airport handles an average of 16 inbound flights from Melbourne per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 0 airlines have flights to the Christchurch airport from Melbourne. It is only a 9.5 km journey from Christchurch (CHC) to Christchurch’s city centre.
How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch?
Jetstar and Qantas Airways can get you from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch in just under 3h 20m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. Airlines will cover a distance of 2412 km. All flights are typically direct.
What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch?
The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch are Jetstar (81%), Emirates (81%) and IndiGo (81%).
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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch (average of ₹ 29,677). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Christchurch in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 44,137). 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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