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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport
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What is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne Airport?
The cheapest month to fly to Melbourne Airport from Christchurch is in August. Flight prices, which tend to average around £228, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit Melbourne Airport in August, then you should wait until July to fly from Christchurch, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of £229.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Melbourne Airport?
On average, the least expensive day to fly to Melbourne Airport from Christchurch is on a Monday. momondo users have found tickets for Monday departures for as low as £435. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Sunday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Melbourne Airport on Sunday is £1,419.
What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Melbourne Airport?
According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Melbourne Airport is in the morning. momondo users have found flights departing from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport in the morning for as low as £669. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. Flights to Melbourne Airport are more costly in the afternoon, with an average ticket price of £1,243. Departure times in the afternoon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.
What is the cheapest Christchurch to Melbourne flight route?
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How far in advance should I book a flight to Melbourne Airport?
You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Melbourne Airport from Christchurch when booking 25 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Melbourne Airport for around £252 when searching 25 weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Melbourne Airport from Christchurch for as low as £233 on momondo.
What cabin class options are available on Christchurch to Melbourne flights?
There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Christchurch to Melbourne flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.
How many flights depart from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport on average per day?
12 flights are operational daily from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport as of June 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 15:00, with 52% of flights per day taking off in the afternoon.
How many flights depart from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport on average per week?
As of June 2025, there are 84 flights per week flying from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport. The most common day of the week flights depart is Fri, with 19% of flights taking off on this day.
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How far is Christchurch to Melbourne by plane?
The straight-line distance from Christchurch to Melbourne is 1504.4 mi. Typically, this will take 3h 45m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Christchurch Airport to Melbourne Airport?
Prices for flights from Christchurch Airport to Melbourne Airport refresh daily.
How old do you have to be to fly from Christchurch Airport to Melbourne Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Christchurch Airport to Melbourne Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Melbourne Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Melbourne Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Melbourne Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Christchurch and Melbourne Airport, the leading plane model is Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets), making up 47.45% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Airbus A320neo with 23.55%, Airbus A320-100/200 with 22.54%, and Airbus A350-900 with 4.82%.
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momondo collates all your flight options in one place and lets you filter them to find the perfect flight from Christchurch to Melbourne. momondo saves you time and could save you money on your trip.
Can I find flights from Christchurch to Melbourne with flexible booking policies on momondo?
Yes. All flights to Melbourne from Christchurch on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.
How can momondo help me find flights from Christchurch to Melbourne?
Once you have performed a search for Christchurch to Melbourne flights, momondo helps you find the right one by offering useful filters to narrow down your flight selection. Flights can be filtered by multiple factors such as airline, airport and price; but also by other criteria like aircraft type and payment method.
I’m not ready to book a flight from Christchurch to Melbourne right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
Price alerts on flights to Melbourne from Christchurch are quick and easy to set up on momondo. Simply perform a search and select the price alert feature. It is as simple as that.