RM855 Cheap Flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Christchurch (CHC)

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Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Christchurch (MEL-CHC)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at RM855 for one-way flights and RM1,496 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Qantas Airways
Fri, 30 Jan - Sun, 8 Feb
MEL
Melbourne
CHC
Christchurch
RM1,496 Return, found 5 days ago
RM1,496
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Fri, 30 Jan from Melbourne to Christchurch, returning Sun, 8 Feb, priced at RM1,496 found 5 days ago
Qantas Airways
Fri, 30 Jan - Sun, 8 Feb
MEL
Melbourne
CHC
Christchurch
RM1,615 Return, found 5 days ago
RM1,615
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Fri, 30 Jan from Melbourne to Christchurch, returning Sun, 8 Feb, priced at RM1,615 found 5 days ago
Qantas Airways
Fri, 30 Jan - Sun, 8 Feb
MEL
Melbourne
CHC
Christchurch
RM1,618 Return, found 5 days ago
RM1,618
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Fri, 30 Jan from Melbourne to Christchurch, returning Sun, 8 Feb, priced at RM1,618 found 5 days ago
Qantas Airways
Wed, 29 Apr - Tue, 5 May
MEL
Melbourne
CHC
Christchurch
RM1,645 Return, found 5 days ago
RM1,645
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Wed, 29 Apr from Melbourne to Christchurch, returning Tue, 5 May, priced at RM1,645 found 5 days ago
Qantas Airways
Tue, 28 Apr - Wed, 6 May
MEL
Melbourne
CHC
Christchurch
RM1,689 Return, found 5 days ago
RM1,689
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Tue, 28 Apr from Melbourne to Christchurch, returning Wed, 6 May, priced at RM1,689 found 5 days ago
Qantas Airways
Fri, 30 Jan - Sun, 8 Feb
MEL
Melbourne
CHC
Christchurch
RM1,694 Return, found 5 days ago
RM1,694
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Fri, 30 Jan from Melbourne to Christchurch, returning Sun, 8 Feb, priced at RM1,694 found 5 days ago
Emirates
Fri, 30 Jan - Sun, 8 Feb
MEL
Melbourne
CHC
Christchurch
RM1,750 Return, found 5 days ago
RM1,750
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Emirates flight, departing Fri, 30 Jan from Melbourne to Christchurch, returning Sun, 8 Feb, priced at RM1,750 found 5 days ago
Jetstar
Tue, 5 May - Thu, 21 May
MEL
Melbourne
CHC
Christchurch
RM1,768 Return, just found
RM1,768
Return
just found
Select Jetstar flight, departing Tue, 5 May from Melbourne to Christchurch, returning Thu, 21 May, priced at RM1,768 just found
Air New Zealand
Tue, 5 May - Thu, 21 May
MEL
Melbourne
CHC
Christchurch
RM1,774 Return, just found
RM1,774
Return
just found
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Tue, 5 May from Melbourne to Christchurch, returning Thu, 21 May, priced at RM1,774 just found
Virgin Australia
Sun, 26 Oct - Thu, 30 Oct
MEL
Melbourne
CHC
Christchurch
RM2,284 Return, found 22 hours ago
RM2,284
Return
found 22 hours ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Sun, 26 Oct from Melbourne to Christchurch, returning Thu, 30 Oct, priced at RM2,284 found 22 hours ago

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

August is typically the cheapest month to fly

From RM 1,099 - RM 1,491 per traveller.

Alternative airports near Christchurch

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Christchurch Intl. CHC. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city centre is 14 minutes. Flights from RM 2,697
CHC
Christchurch Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city centre14 min
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Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from MEL to CHC?
Round-trip flights from Tullamarine Airport to Christchurch Airport start from RM1,496. 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, Emirates, Fiji Airways, Qantas Airways, United, Virgin Australia
Return price
RM1,496
Distance
2399 km
Average flight time
5 hours 25 mins

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