$182 Find Cheap Flights from Auckland to Melbourne

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Cheap Flights from Auckland to Melbourne (AKL-MEL)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Auckland to Melbourne that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals from Auckland to Melbourne

Sat, 18 Oct - Sat, 25 Oct
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20:40 - 22:45AKL-MEL
4h 05mdirect
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23:55 - 05:30MEL-AKL
3h 35mdirect
$450Jetstar
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Sat, 18 Oct - Sat, 25 Oct
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20:40 - 22:45AKL-MEL
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23:55 - 05:30MEL-AKL
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$452Jetstar
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Sat, 18 Oct - Sun, 26 Oct
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20:40 - 22:45AKL-MEL
4h 05mdirect
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23:55 - 05:30MEL-AKL
3h 35mdirect
$454Jetstar
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Sat, 18 Oct - Fri, 24 Oct
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20:40 - 22:45AKL-MEL
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23:55 - 05:30MEL-AKL
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$479Jetstar
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Sat, 18 Oct - Fri, 24 Oct
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20:40 - 22:45AKL-MEL
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23:55 - 05:30MEL-AKL
3h 35mdirect
$484Jetstar
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Sat, 18 Oct - Mon, 20 Oct
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20:40 - 22:45AKL-MEL
4h 05mdirect
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23:55 - 05:30MEL-AKL
3h 35mdirect
$489Jetstar
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Sat, 18 Oct - Fri, 24 Oct
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20:40 - 22:45AKL-MEL
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23:55 - 05:30MEL-AKL
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$492Jetstar
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Sat, 18 Oct - Fri, 24 Oct
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20:40 - 22:45AKL-MEL
4h 05mdirect
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23:55 - 05:30MEL-AKL
3h 35mdirect
$494Jetstar
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Fri, 14 Nov - Sun, 16 Nov
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20:45 - 22:50AKL-MEL
4h 05mdirect
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18:50 - 00:30MEL-AKL
3h 40mdirect
$514Multiple Airlines
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Sat, 15 Nov - Sun, 16 Nov
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20:45 - 22:50AKL-MEL
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18:50 - 00:30MEL-AKL
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$516Multiple Airlines
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Everything you should know

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AKL-MEL
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When to book
3 weeks
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 3 weeks in advance save around 26% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest return fare
$450
Overall average: $571
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Sat 18/10Sat 25/10
AKL - MEL • Direct
Cheapest one-way flight
$182
Typical prices: $241-405
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Wed 15/10
AKL - MEL • Direct
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Auckland to Melbourne flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Auckland to Melbourne to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest Auckland to Melbourne flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest return flight from Auckland to Melbourne costs $244 on the route between Auckland (AKL) and Melbourne Airport (MEL). It is also the most popular route.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Auckland to Melbourne?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Auckland to Melbourne clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If you are looking for a flight deal from Auckland to Melbourne, look for departures on Fridays and avoid leaving on a Saturday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Melbourne, Monday is the cheapest day to fly and Saturday is the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Auckland to Melbourne?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Auckland to Melbourne, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Auckland to Melbourne is August, where tickets cost $487 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and April, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $683 and $633 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Auckland to Melbourne?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Auckland to Melbourne, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Auckland to Melbourne, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 26% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 22 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Cheapest flight$182
Flight from Auckland to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)

When to book flights from Auckland to Melbourne

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Auckland to Melbourne based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Auckland to Melbourne

  • What is the cheapest flight from Auckland to Melbourne?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Auckland to Melbourne was $109 for a one-way ticket and $269 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Auckland to Melbourne?

    Auckland is served by only 1 airport and there are 2 airports in Melbourne. You will leave Auckland from Auckland Intl and you will be arriving in Melbourne at one of these airports: Melbourne Avalon or Melbourne.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Auckland to Melbourne?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Auckland to Melbourne?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Auckland and Melbourne.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Auckland to Melbourne?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Auckland to Melbourne.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Auckland to Melbourne?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Melbourne from Auckland is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Auckland to Melbourne?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Melbourne with an airline and back to Auckland with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Auckland to Melbourne?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Melbourne from Auckland up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Prefer to fly direct from Auckland Intl to Melbourne?

 
Nonstop data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying nonstop from Auckland Intl to Melbourne.
Find which airlines fly direct from Auckland Intl Airport to Melbourne, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Auckland Intl to Melbourne

Monday

Air New Zealand, Jetstar, Qantas Airways

Air New Zealand, Jetstar, +1 more

Tuesday

Air New Zealand, Jetstar, Qantas Airways

Air New Zealand, Jetstar, +1 more

Wednesday

Air New Zealand, Jetstar, Qantas Airways

Air New Zealand, Jetstar, +1 more

Thursday

Air New Zealand, Jetstar, Qantas Airways

Air New Zealand, Jetstar, +1 more

Friday

Air New Zealand, Jetstar, Qantas Airways

Air New Zealand, Jetstar, +1 more

Saturday

Air New Zealand, Jetstar, Qantas Airways

Air New Zealand, Jetstar, +1 more

Sunday

Air New Zealand, Jetstar, Qantas Airways

Air New Zealand, Jetstar, +1 more

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Direct returns

Melbourne to Auckland Intl

Monday

Air New Zealand, Jetstar, Qantas Airways

Air New Zealand, Jetstar, +1 more

Tuesday

Air New Zealand, Jetstar, Qantas Airways

Air New Zealand, Jetstar, +1 more

Wednesday

Air New Zealand, Jetstar, Qantas Airways

Air New Zealand, Jetstar, +1 more

Thursday

Air New Zealand, Jetstar, Qantas Airways

Air New Zealand, Jetstar, +1 more

Friday

Air New Zealand, Jetstar, Qantas Airways

Air New Zealand, Jetstar, +1 more

Saturday

Air New Zealand, Jetstar, Qantas Airways

Air New Zealand, Jetstar, +1 more

Sunday

Air New Zealand, Jetstar, Qantas Airways

Air New Zealand, Jetstar, +1 more

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Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying from Auckland to Melbourne

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Auckland to Melbourne. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Auckland to Melbourne? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.3
China AirlinesOverall score based on 768 reviews
8.0Comfort
8.0Entertainment
7.8Food
8.5Crew
8.3Boarding
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The flat bed full lying position is not comfortable at all, this could be improved, it is at an awkward position which i dont have the same issues with other airlines business class.

10.0 ExcellentRains, Sept 2025BNE - TPE
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The flat bed full lying position is not comfortable at all, this could be improved, it is at an awkward position which i dont have the same issues with other airlines business class.

The flight was uneventful and the crew was kind and professional. Really appreciate the option to order a vegan meal for the flight!

I absolutely loved my flight from Taipei to LAX. I was originally assigned to a different seat, however one of the stewardess noticed I was uncomfortable in my seat. She offered to move me to a more comfortable setting. Although she didn’t have to do what she did, I am more than grateful and thankful for her doing so. My longer flight felt much more comfortable, just by her taking notice. I really appreciate her.

Overall was a lovely experience. The crew were kind and courteous throughout the entire flight.

Better organization of boarding procedures. Terrible leadership guiding people to gates.

I did not like how the plane landed. It was not smooth.

Been flying with China Airline over years many times. Good experience with them, no issues.

China Airlines crews are very excellent doing their job. Very friendly and hardworking. I will always choose China Airlines over and over. Thank you all for making my flight comfortable. God bless to all the staff. :)

Staff was so nice and very helpful with directions aswell!

It was our first time flying with China Airlines and had a very nice experience. The airline staff & crews both on the ground and air were very nice. Food on the plane was very good. Will recommend it to family and friends.

I had a good experience flying with Emirates. All of the flights were on time staff was very professional and kind. So I had a positive experience..

Can’t complain Only downside was the Kiosk passport check and customs clearance at Melbourne. When will they improve that service🤔

Food was excellent. Leg room in economy, not so good; I’m 6’-1”.

Wifi was not operational for the whole trip. Other than this, flight was well received .

Over - amazing. The aircraft is somewhat old on this route.

no problem with Emirates it was the underpricer subcontractor Who was ridiculous

Good flight overall. Good options of food on NY-Dubai-Mumbai leg. Not that good reversing back. The flight crew is courteous and professional as always. The seating was much more comfortable going into Mumbai than coming back. Cheers!

The plane seemed pretty old and the food was not good

Poor flight aircraft very old Crew was friendly 1 person though

Emeritus is ***** Fly dubai is 0 we need better service for Fly Dubai

Not a comfortable trip, the seats are not good, and they look old.

Not entirely positive. It’s frustrating that everything is done through the united app. One of our flight attendants on our trip from San Francisco to MSP continually had trouble hearing people so she flipped her hair into people’s faces

I flew United from San Francisco to Auckland. My connecting flight from Auckland to Christchurch was canceled with no explanation. I was finally told the cancellation was due to fog. Even though it was clear when we landed. I am from San Francisco, I know what fog is! And I didn't see any fog. I was told the next available flight was 7 hours later. Unacceptable, they should have had a flight ready to go as soon as it was deemed safe to take off.

Our original flight was cancelled from SFO to AKL on 6/16/25. So we had to stay overnight at a hotel after a 12-hour layover plus 3-hour delay before the cancellation. Then had to fly to LA and then to AKL the following day losing an entire day of our vacation in NZ, that we can never get back.

Two hours was not enough time to transition from the international to domestic terminal. You have to go through customs, a biological hazard check, gather your luggage, take a bus to the domestic terminal and recheck your luggage. The bus was slow and crowded and the lines to recheck your bags were very long. We missed our connecting flight. Initially, the Air New Zealand officials were not helpful at all in helping to get us on another flight. Told us we would have to buy another ticket for a flight 11 hours later. Found another agent that was more helpful. He helped arrange to get us on standby for another flight three hours later. Had to ride in jump seats next to the flight attendants, but at least we eventually got to out destination.

Full flight. Flight attendants were harried. Otherwise, fine for the typical cramped seating conditions in coach.

Great! Flight was delayed by 30 mins but all was great. Thanks.

The business class upgrade meant a good sleep on the way home after a long week away. Excellent service, great food, and comfortable seat/bed for the journey.

I love the “boarding from the back” idea - it’s so much better than the “Zones” idea that many others use. Also, the inflight wifi was a first for me! Very nice to have on a 13-hour flight!

Again, Air New Zealand was great. They kept bathrooms clean, food was actually very good, New Zealand wines a big hit

they ran out of fruit for breakfast and so I just had a yogurt instead. other than that the flight was good

A few more inches of legroom is all i ask

One of the best Qantas business flights I've had. Quality product

Business class points redemption - good value for points paid, dubious value if out of your own pocket, domestic class business product okay for this length of flight. The flight left and arrived on time, crew were good, aircraft was a bit old and tired, but still miles ahead of their competitors in Virgin and Jetstar.

Airline running better than post Covid, proper boarding process now implemented, some aircraft feeling a bit old and tired, crew fine, online experience better.

Five hour flight instead of four hours due to westerly headwinds which wasn’t the fault of Qantas !

The wifi was out. Otherwise it was great flight. Richard, as CSM, was excellent.

Was bumped to a later flight because of inefficiency on part of the airline.

The Emerits/Qantas flight was cancelled to Wellington. We need a refund. Had to buy another airline ticket. How do we get the refund. Still not in Wellington.

Delayed QF59 flight once again, Qantas doesn't fail in maintaining there delayed departures and arrivals. USB points do not work nor do the power point sockets on the plane, Qantas staff admitted that on the flight. Don't expect to your charge devices. Saving grace, was the ice cream. Bottom line, if you expect to fly to HND and make it on time avoid Qantas and if you're interested in ice cream - visit 7/11.

Late leaving and desintuon board showed ‘gate closed’ when they hadn’t even commenced boarding!

Flight was delayed more than 1.5 hours. Gate changed multiple times

The good thing is that the flight got us from Darwin to Brisbane. However, it would have to be the most uncomfortable flight I have ever taken and if I can possibly avoid flying Jetstar again, I will.

I was treated poorly in Dunedin by check in crew, then my bag was lost in Auckland. Never again.

no announcement about why we where delayed which is very poor

Overall good trip I find seats a bit hard. We were waiting on board for about an hour for 2 passengers with some document issue. This main our arrival late for our pickup person.

15kg allowance is outrageous. Change of time a few days before departure and more than 2 hours of delay in the end. The worse we’ve taken so far in Oceania.

They added the weight of my back to the carryon luggage and charged me NZ$75 for being over 7 kg.

Very quiet plane!! One of the quietest planes we have been on.

Jetsatar refused to take my foldable stroller in the plane, despite following all the rules on dimensions and packaging. Similar thing happened on our previous fight. However, at that instance, they offered to check in the stroller. At this fight, the staff was rude, trying to rush us to board the flight. They made excuses that the stroller was not allowed and even offer to leave it behind and ship it back at our own cost. Fortunately, we had someone else attending. Since the flight was about to take off, they left it behind and send it back to us on the next available flight.

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