Cheap Flights from Christchurch to Melbourne Tullamarine

Travellers and cabin class

Compare Christchurch to Melbourne Tullamarine flight deals

Find the cheapest month or even day of the year to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine

Book the best Melbourne Tullamarine fare with no extra fees

Flight deals from Christchurch to Melbourne Tullamarine

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Christchurch to Melbourne Tullamarine? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Christchurch to Melbourne Tullamarine

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Christchurch to Melbourne Tullamarine flights are currently cheapest in June.

Direct flights from Christchurch to Melbourne Tullamarine

Christchurch to Melbourne Tullamarine: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Christchurch to Melbourne below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Melbourne Tullamarine.

Christchurch to Melbourne: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$450
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time3 hrs, 54 mins
Most popular airlineQantas
Average flights per week88

Finding cheap flights from Christchurch to Melbourne Tullamarine: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Christchurch to Melbourne Tullamarine is $450. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 54 minutes is the average flight time from Christchurch to Melbourne Tullamarine.
Qantas, Emirates and Air New Zealand fly direct from Christchurch to Melbourne Tullamarine.
As of March 2025, there are 88 flights per week flying from Christchurch to Melbourne Tullamarine.
The cheapest month to fly from Christchurch to Melbourne Tullamarine is usually March 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Christchurch Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport on Saturday, 7 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 54 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Melbourne is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Jetstar offers the cheapest flight tickets to Melbourne Tullamarine.

Flying from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): what you need to know

  • 3 hours 49 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Christchurch International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Melbourne is 2 hours behind Christchurch and is in the UTC+11 timezone.

  • Choose from 30 weekly flights from Christchurch International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. The 06:05 departure with Air New Zealand is the earliest available between CHC and MEL. Jetstar operates the latest service of the day at 19:00 if you're not into early starts.

  • Flying over a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • One easy journey from CHC to MEL is all it takes to reach Melbourne, Australia. You'll have a variety of carriers that provide direct flights from Christchurch International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, including:

  • If you want to break up your flight from Christchurch International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to find a city that interests you. The top stopovers on the CHC - MEL route are:

    • Auckland Airport

    • Wellington International Airport

    • Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport

  • Don't forget, you might need a visa to enter Australia. Visa regulations can vary and travel documentation requirements are constantly changing. Before reserving your cheap ticket from CHC to MEL, check with your carrier and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for current information.

How to find the cheapest flights from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Christchurch International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is $170. The cheapest price for a return flight is $450. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.

  • Get flight tickets from CHC to MEL by booking 1 month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.

  • The cheapest month for tickets from Christchurch International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.

  • Snapping up a cheap ticket from CHC to MEL is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when the price has fallen.

  • Use filters to find the right trip for you. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Christchurch International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Christchurch International Airport (CHC)

Arriving at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne

  • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to the centre of Melbourne is about 28 minutes in a car. It's approximately 24 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.

  • It takes roughly 42 minutes to get there using public transport.

When to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Christchurch International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Melbourne based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with the temperature ranging between 12 ºC and 29 ºC. Lock in your flights from Christchurch International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CHC to MEL in July. Average temperatures are between 4 ºC and 13 ºC then.

More about Melbourne

Complete your Melbourne trip with hotels and a car rental

  • You've booked a cheap ticket to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport — next on the list is finding a great place to stay, and maybe even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Melbourne.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.