NZD 295 : Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Christchurch

Flight FAQs

• What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Christchurch (MEL-CHC)?

  Based on Trip.com data, Jetstar Airways offers one-way fares as low as NZD 295 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. MEL to CHC on Sun, Jan 18), while Jetstar Airways offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from NZD 511 departing on Sun, Jan 25 and returning on Fri, Jan 30.

• Which airlines offer direct flights from Melbourne to Christchurch?

  At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from Melbourne to Christchurch with the following airlines, including: Air New Zealand Jetstar Airways 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 does it take to fly from Melbourne (MEL) to Christchurch (CHC) and what is the distance?

  It takes around 3 hours 22 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 35 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 (12:31)

• 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 Sun, Jan 18, with one-way flights priced at just NZD 295.
  · 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 are flight tickets from Melbourne (MEL) to Christchurch (CHC) the cheapest?

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

• Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Melbourne to Christchurch on?

  After crunching the numbers on our December flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Melbourne to Christchurch on December 8, 2025 with Jetstar Airways, with prices starting at NZD 309.

• Which airports can I fly to for 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).

• Is there any time difference between Melbourne and Christchurch?

  The time difference between Christchurch and Melbourne is 2h.

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

  Tickets can only be changed or canceled 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.