Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Christchurch from S$ 198

Frequently Asked Questions

• Which airlines offer the cheapest flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Christchurch (CHC)?

  Based on Trip.com data, Jetstar Airways offers one-way fares as low as S$ 198 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. MEL to CHC on Mon, Sep 14), while Jetstar Airways offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from S$ 434 departing on Fri, Aug 28 and returning on Tue, Sep 1.

• Which airlines offer direct flights from Melbourne to Christchurch?

  At the moment, you can catch a direct flight from Melbourne to Christchurch with the following airlines, including: Jetstar Airways Air New Zealand Virgin Australia Qantas Airways Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.

• How long is a flight from Melbourne (MEL) to Christchurch (CHC)?

  It takes about 3 hours 25 minutes to fly from Melbourne (MEL) to Christchurch (CHC).

• When is the best time to book flights from Melbourne to Christchurch?

  By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Christchurch is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.

• How many flights are there per week from Melbourne to Christchurch?

  Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 27 flight per week flying from Melbourne to Christchurch. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: Jetstar Airways: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- JQ171 (11:05) Qantas Airways: S/-/T/W/T/F/S -- QF5563 (11:05)

• How can I find the best deals on flights from Melbourne to Christchurch?

  To find best deals on flights from Melbourne to Christchurch, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
  · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Mon, Sep 14, with one-way flights priced at just S$ 198.
  · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Jetstar Airways.
  · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
  · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
  · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Christchurch travel is around December.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

• When is the best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Christchurch to get the best price?

  The cheapest months to fly from Melbourne to Christchurch is October, when demand for travel is lower.

• Which upcoming date is the cheapest for flights from Melbourne to Christchurch?

  After crunching the numbers on our August flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Melbourne to Christchurch on August 25, 2026 with Jetstar Airways, with prices starting at S$ 158.

• Which airports can I fly through when travelling to Christchurch from Melbourne?

  You can land at any one of the following hubs in Christchurch, with Melbourne Airport to Christchurch International Airport (MEL-CHC) is by far the most common option on this route: Christchurch International Airport (CHC).

• What is the time difference between Melbourne and Christchurch?

  The time difference between Christchurch and Melbourne is 2h.

• How can I change or cancel my flight ticket from Melbourne to Christchurch?

  Tickets can only be changed or cancelled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.

• What is the average cost of a one-way flight from Melbourne to Christchurch?

  Based on Trip.com data for flights departing in the next 30 days, the average one-way fare from Melbourne to Christchurch is S$ 411. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability.

• What is the average cost of a round-trip flight from Melbourne to Christchurch?

  Based on Trip.com data for travel in the next 30 days, the average round-trip fare from Melbourne to Christchurch is S$ 637. The final price depends on the outbound and return dates, airline and fare conditions.

• How do I book flights from Melbourne to Christchurch on Trip.com?

  Enter Melbourne and Christchurch, choose your travel dates and passengers, then compare flights by price, duration and baggage. Select a fare, review the change and cancellation rules, enter traveller details and complete payment to receive your confirmation.

• Are there budget airlines on the Melbourne to Christchurch route?

  Jetstar Airwaysare the most popular budget airlines flying from Melbourne to Christchurch. Check baggage, seat and payment fees before comparing the final price.