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  1. Flights
  2. New Zealand
  3. Christchurch
  4. Melbourne - Christchurch

Book cheap flights from Melbourne to Christchurch from 222 $

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Fri, 22 May - Thu, 28 May
Jetstar
JetstarDirect
MEL - CHC
Jetstar
JetstarDirect
CHC - MEL
418$
388$
Prime price per passenger
Fri, 12 Jun - Sat, 20 Jun
Jetstar
JetstarDirect
MEL - CHC
Jetstar
JetstarDirect
CHC - MEL
455$
413$
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Tue, 5 May - Tue, 5 May
Jetstar
JetstarDirect
MEL - CHC
Jetstar
JetstarDirect
CHC - MEL
458$
414$
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Mon, 1 Jun - Thu, 4 Jun
Jetstar
JetstarDirect
MEL - CHC
Jetstar
JetstarDirect
CHC - MEL
475$
429$
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Sun, 19 Apr - Fri, 24 Apr
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MEL - CHC
Jetstar
JetstarDirect
CHC - MEL
529$
496$
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Sun, 3 May
Jetstar
JetstarDirect
MEL - CHC
237$
222$
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Mon, 8 Jun
Jetstar
JetstarDirect
MEL - CHC
250$
231$
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Fri, 8 May
Jetstar
JetstarDirect
MEL - CHC
249$
233$
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Fri, 22 May
Jetstar
JetstarDirect
MEL - CHC
257$
240$
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Sat, 20 Jun
Jetstar
JetstarDirect
MEL - CHC
264$
246$
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Fri, 17 Apr
Qantas Airways
Qantas AirwaysDirect
MEL - CHC
327$
307$
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The prices shown on this page were available within the last 20 days for the specified periods and should not be considered the final price offered. Please note that availability and prices are subject to change.

Cheapest time to fly from Melbourne to Christchurch

If you’re planning to fly this route soon, keep in mind that the lowest fares are usually available at the end of May. Take advantage of this period to save on your flight tickets and make the most of your trip. Please note that prices may change after your search.
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Currency and cost comparison

TrainLocal, one-way ticket
54%Trains in Christchurch are 54% cheaper than in Melbourne.
Melbourne$4.92
Christchurch$2.24
MealMid-priced restaurant
0%A meal in Christchurch costs roughly the same as in Melbourne.
Melbourne$22.36
Christchurch$22.38
TaxiStandard daytime start rate
26%A taxi fare in Christchurch is 26% cheaper than in Melbourne.
Melbourne$4.56
Christchurch$3.36
CoffeeRegular cappuccino
11%Coffee in Christchurch is 11% cheaper than in Melbourne.
Melbourne$4.83
Christchurch$4.31
Exchange rate
1 SGD = 1.35 NZD
1 NZD = 0.75 SGD
Last checked on Sun, 29/03
Distance: 2407 kms
Melbourne airports
Melbourne Airport (MEL)How far from city centre: 11 kms
Avalon Airport (AVV)How far from city centre: 50 kms
Christchurch airports
Christchurch International Airport (CHC)How far from city centre: 10 kms

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Frequently asked questions about flights from Melbourne to Christchurch

Is it safe to travel from Melbourne to Christchurch during the Covid-19 situation?
At eDreams we do our best to ensure that your travel plans won't be affected by restrictions or possible cancellations that New Zealand may apply. Using the flexible ticket gurantee you can decide if you rather rebook or get a refund!
On average, how much is the price of a flight from Melbourne to Christchurch?
When you fly from Melbourne to Christchurch the average price is $456. However, this price depends on many other factors such as seasonality or how far in advance the route has been booked.
For flights from Melbourne to Christchurch, how can I find the cheapest price?
The cheapest price for a flight from Melbourne to Christchurch is 222$. At eDreams we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.
Is Christchurch more expensive than Melbourne to visit?
Looking at cab fares, a ride in Christchurch costs an average of 3.36 SGD , 26% cheaper than Melbourne, with a fare of 4.56 SGD,
while train tickets cost 54% less at Christchurch: $ 2.24 SGD versus $ 4.92 SGD at Melbourne.
Contrasting the price of a meal, they round 22.38 SGD in both Christchurch and Melbourne.
The price of the coffee is around 11% cheaper in Christchurch, with an average of 4.31 SGD, while in Melbourne the coffee costs 4.83 SGD.
How long does the flight from Melbourne to Christchurch take?
Flight length from Melbourne to Christchurch is around 3 h and 15 m on average, at an average distance of 2,406.7 km, for flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
Which airports have flights between Melbourne and Christchurch?
The main route from Melbourne to Christchurch is: Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Christchurch International Airport(CHC). The following airlines fly this route:

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