$213 Find Cheap Flights to Melbourne

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Cheapest return fare
$422
Typical prices: $447-$648
Jetstar
Sat 2/5Wed 6/5
AKL - MEL • Direct
Cheapest one-way flight
$213
Typical prices: $228-$365
Air New Zealand
Tue 10/3
AKL - MEL • Direct
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Best reviews • 8.1 score
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Cheap Flights to Melbourne

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights 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.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals to Melbourne

Sat, 2 May - Wed, 6 May
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20:40 - 22:45
AKL
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MEL
4h 05mdirect
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23:55 - 05:30
MEL
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AKL
3h 35mdirect
$422Jetstar
Mon, 11 May - Tue, 19 May
Jetstar Logo
20:40 - 22:45
AKL
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MEL
4h 05mdirect
Jetstar Logo
23:55 - 05:30
MEL
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AKL
3h 35mdirect
$424Jetstar
Sun, 14 Jun - Thu, 18 Jun
Air New Zealand Logo
19:10 - 08:05
WLG
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MEL
14h 55m
1 stop
Air New Zealand Logo
09:10 - 14:50
MEL
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WLG
3h 40mdirect
$509Air New Zealand
Fri, 15 May - Sat, 16 May
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06:10 - 08:05
CHC
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MEL
3h 55mdirect
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18:30 - 23:55
MEL
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CHC
3h 25mdirect
$524Air New Zealand
Fri, 27 Mar - Sun, 5 Apr
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06:05 - 08:00
CHC
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MEL
3h 55mdirect
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18:40 - 00:10
MEL
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CHC
3h 30mdirect
$543Qantas Airways
Tue, 21 Apr - Wed, 29 Apr
Qantas Airways Logo
20:10 - 22:10
WLG
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MEL
4h 00mdirect
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08:00 - 13:35
MEL
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WLG
3h 35mdirect
$559Qantas Airways
Tue, 4 Aug - Wed, 5 Aug
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17:40 - 19:10
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MEL
3h 30mdirect
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11:35 - 16:45
MEL
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ZQN
3h 10mdirect
$588Virgin Australia
Tue, 4 Aug - Wed, 5 Aug
Virgin Australia Logo
17:40 - 19:10
ZQN
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MEL
3h 30mdirect
Virgin Australia Logo
11:35 - 16:45
MEL
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ZQN
3h 10mdirect
$591Virgin Australia
Tue, 4 Aug - Wed, 5 Aug
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15:55 - 22:50
WLG
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AVV
8h 55m
1 stop
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14:55 - 23:55
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WLG
7h 00m
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$901Emirates
Wed, 29 Apr - Wed, 3 Jun
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06:05 - 20:20
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16h 15m
1 stop
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14:55 - 23:55
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7h 00m
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$903Emirates
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KAYAK's insights & trends for flights to Melbourne

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

What is the cheapest flight to Melbourne?

These are the best round-trip prices found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.

The flight route Christchurch to Melbourne was the most popular route on KAYAK over the last 3 days. A return flight could be found for $524. Also in the last 3 days, Auckland was the most budget-friendly place to find a flight to Melbourne with one-way tickets at $213 and $422 return.

How much is a flight to Melbourne?

The average and cheapest price for all round-trip flights to Melbourne from each origin found by users searching on KAYAK in the last month.

On average, a flight to Melbourne costs $609. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks cost $202 and departed from Auckland. The most popular routes on KAYAK are Auckland to Melbourne which costs $720 on average, and Christchurch to Melbourne, which costs $1,135 on average.

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What is a good deal for flights to Melbourne?

If you’re looking for cheap airfare to Melbourne, 25% of our users found tickets to Melbourne for the following prices or less: From Auckland $255 one-way - $572 return, from Christchurch $341 one-way - $753 return, from Wellington $342 one-way - $577 return.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights 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, you should book around 2 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 37 days before departure.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Melbourne?

Prices will differ depending on the departure airport, but generally, the cheapest airport to fly to in Melbourne is Melbourne Avalon Airport, with an average flight price of $116.

Good to know – Book Cheap Melbourne Plane Tickets

Cheapest flight$213
Flight from Auckland to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)

When to book flights to Melbourne

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel to Melbourne based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
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. The information is for flights to Melbourne based on your location. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs - booking Melbourne flights

  • What is the cheapest flight to Melbourne?

    The flight route Christchurch to Melbourne was the most popular route on KAYAK over the last 3 days. A return flight could be found for $524. Also in the last 3 days, Auckland was the most budget-friendly place to find a flight to Melbourne with one-way tickets at $213 and $422 return.

  • Which Melbourne airport is closest to central Melbourne?

    11 km away from Melbourne’s city centre, Melbourne Essendon is the closest of the 4 major airports in the city. There are 19 km separating Melbourne city centre to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine), 22 km to Melbourne Moorabbin, and 50 km to Melbourne Avalon.

  • How much is a flight to Melbourne?

    On average, a flight to Melbourne costs $609. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks cost $202 and departed from Auckland Intl Airport.

  • What is the cheapest day to fly to Melbourne?

    Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to Melbourne is Friday where tickets can be as cheap as $780. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Monday, where prices are $1,188 on average.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights 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 to Melbourne.

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

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

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

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

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight 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 up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Melbourne?

    The cheapest time of day to fly to Melbourne is generally at night, when flights cost $605 on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Melbourne is generally in the afternoon, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $1,448.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Melbourne

  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Melbourne flight deals.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying to Melbourne

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying to Melbourne. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline from New Zealand to Melbourne. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with 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.
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EmiratesOverall score based on 3524 reviews
8.0Comfort
8.3Crew
8.1Boarding
7.9Food
8.2Entertainment
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Very good from the beginning to the end. Amazing experience

10.0 ExcellentDiego, Feb 2026
MIA - DXB
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Very good from the beginning to the end. Amazing experience

Always enjoyed flying with Emirates, flown with others but they don't really measure up. The others are cheaper without a doubt, but not as good as Emirates

The crew were absolutely fantastic. They actively asked if passengers wanted refills and if they were comfortable. I was extremely impressed.

They changed the flight time without telling us and were unwilling to help with rebooking because we booked through orbits/kayak

Emirates A380s are always wonderful to fly on. Their crews, food and service are always excellent. They are typically on time and the only thing I would change (maybe newer or upgraded aircraft have this) is bluetooth so I can pair my noise cancelling headphones without a cable.

Premium economy was worth it-comfort was definitely better than economy class. The seats were more comfortable, blankets and pillows thicker

Warm staff, very responsive service. Well furnished cabin and comfortable seat and amenities. Excellent onboard wifi connection and very large comfortable restrooms.

Wonderful Premium Economy experience. Felt as good as Business Class for food and entertainment. Comfortable sleeping too

No kids provided. Instead we were told to have contacted the airline that we have kids and require kids meals. We were not the only ones who inquired about kids meals. It’s odd. Emirates and other airlines give kids meals as standard and before the adult food comes out. The rice in our meals was gluggy and under cooked. The chicken was also raw. Sadly not the best experience with Finn Air. The hostesses tried to compensate with the snacks and drinks but missed the mark by a long way. Especially when paying Emirates/Qantas prices

the seat is quite narrow compared to others. entertainment and food were very good

Nothing better than Air New Zealand. Top scores in every category.

We had difficulty checking in as United didn’t recognize the confirmation number and the agent was not helpful. We went to the United Assistance desk where the agent was able to process our reservation. We also weren’t allowed to choose seats in advance.

Space between seats on Air New Zealand is generally tight. The crew on this flight was excellent! Very attentive and nice. You get free wine or beer and chips and of course the Air New Zealand candies. 1 hour and 35 min flight approximately.

Your entertainment could be better. I flew on Air New Zealand in January so was expecting a better choice in February...but no luck. Same choices and also could have a better selection. Otherwise, lovely service, the purser came to our seats to welcome us. Overall, very nice. Direct flight from Auckland to YVR was fantastic!

Air New Zealand over sold our flight and tried to bump us to yesterday. After several calls we got booked to United about 6 hrs before our original flight. No apologies!

Please add more Bollywood movies and recent movies to the entertainment.

I was not even on that flight and did not even book a ticket. Kayak did a phenomenal job

The disembarking steps in Wellington were precarious and I felt quite insecure. There was no one on the tarmac to greet us and help. The embarking ramp in Blenheim was much more satisfactory. The rest of the flight was fine.

Air conditioning was turned to the wrong setting. Way too hot. The entertainment system kept resetting and didn’t work half the flight. Said something to the crew. They didn’t do anything to help. Plane had a mechanical problem that resulted in 2.5 hour delay. Boarded the plane, had to disembark and get back on.

Flight was delayed by 2 hours. Got lucky that i had a long connection, else would have certainly missed my connecting flight. Food is just okay, specially the breakfast is worse . Asked for water 30 mins before landing, the response is that we are landing so everything is packed . I guess traveling in economy that’s what we get. Probably business class passengers would get a different answer. Only good thing is that wifi service is available from auckland to lax for most part Next time will try united or American and then compare.

Qantas is always subpar beyond comfy chairs for a domestic flight

I liked boarding the plane. The staff were rude, the food was appalling and the chairs the most uncomfortable I have ever experienced

an hour late, then had to disembark on back stairs and take 4 flights up to get to main airport. No warning, and difficulty for those with canes and poor knees.

Well my expórtenle with Qantas it wasn’t that good KLM from Bs Aires was delay Santiago Chile Qantas QF 028 was still in the airport but the crew didn’t opened the door for me soo I lost my fly And I stuck in the airport 13 hrs waiting for next fly by Latam Arline My question is can I have my money back for business class

It was ok, the additional baggage charges were a bit excessive given winter is a time for skiing. To have to pay $600 extra for skis was tantamount to robbery. Airlines should consider sporting goods as baggage. Likewise, they should consider increasing the number of bags allowed on international flights to known ski destinations.

Flight was canceled. I was not alerted. It was only kayak that alerted me

Flight was 2.5 hours late leaving. We spent 50 minutes of that sitting on the plane with no explanation. They did reduce the time in the air so we arrived a little less late which was something. The cheese and crackers were okay but the wine was terrible.

Couldn't access entertainment on app as said in an email

Excellent as always, I won't fly to Australia, and back to the US on any other airline. The flight crew is always top notch, and have a way to make one feel extra special. Thank you for your service, I would rate Qantas Airways a 10+.

After already paying for excess luggage prior to flight, i was advised AT check in that i had to pay $816 or forfeit my flight! The lady at the counter was SO rude and had already started offboarding me when i said i would pay it after asking her three times for the exact amount! Have lodged a formal complaint yet heard nothing. Will not ever travel via Qantas again

High fees for excess checked baggage and somehow ridiculous rules for carry on bags.

Flight was late, food and drink an extra charge, my carry on is five rows behind me, and the seats are too narrow. Don’t ask me to be happy about it

I bought flights in August and there wasn’t a flight in the system

Our 6.30am flight was boarded then cancelled to fly at 10.55am . We were flying to Brisbane to attend a funeral at 12 noon an hour away . This means missing the funeral due to unreliability of Virgin . Unimpressed !!

It was with Link Airways and the Saab 340 jet was noisy and little comfort.

They didn’t sent my luggage I got it 24 hours later

Plane was late and they wouldn’t check our bags through to Tokyo

Overall experience was good but what really impressed me the most was the care the flight attendants took of a sick passenger who was sitting in front of me. The flight attendants would come and check on her quite regularly providing her support and comfort. Brilliant service!

Only answered OK and poor as there was no entertainment and I didnt have any food

4.5 hr international flight. We got a glass of water. Ranks up there with Ryan Air, Easy Jet, Spirit and Frontier. Expected better.

local frequent travellers know that Jetstar’s flights between MEL and LST are turnaround flights so those in the morning tend to run on time and become delayed increasingly through the day. We observed how the staff at check in and boarding try to assist, guide and facilitate travellers - they were courteous, efficient, amiable while enforcing Jetstar’s baggage requirements. They try to speed up boarding by having passengers board from both front and back. We would take Jetstar again.

The issue was a 4 hour delay to takeoff with very sketchy information provided about the available of the flights delay. Passengers were not informed of gate changes and how long the delay might be. It ended with a late night 2 hour drive to our home which was not ideal for elderly people.

Flight was fine with boarding starting a few minutes early. Not a fan of the crew pushing political messaging regarding indigenous naming of Brisbane city… really pushed it like I haven’t heard on Jetstar before.

Improved experience over our last years flight when also we flew local but on an international scheduled flight. The double processing is still unwelcome i.e. by security and then by border force having to produce a licence and boarding pass repeatedly on departure and return. Obviously suits the airline rather than the local traveller. The flight and crew were good though a helper on return was offhand having to push the wheel chair did the bare minimum we felt.

Flight was delayed both directions but once in the air was ok. Boarding out of Melbourne is just a mess.

Although a local trip via international flight it was fairly straight forward albeit more checks than desirable for local travel. On arrival Perth collecting luggage the trollies were hidden in one end of the long hall.

80 minute delay on departure based on two no show pax; removal of checked bags. Boarding very awkward, and waiting in terminal until specific rows called (not zones). Overhead not used for boarding, but specific staff member notifying people at the top of the stairs. Numerous people noted "this is confusing" on boarding. Seats ok, but entertainment (and food, and seat selection) all at extra cost. Smooth flight, and friendly neighbours.

Over four hours late. No entertainment without paying and same for food. Asked to check in at original time even though we were told it was going to be very late leaving. Way too long time to hang around the airport. Arriving to Sydney luggage did not arrive for an hour. Had to get staff to go and find out what was going on. All this made for a very long day and night for a eight hour flight.

I was disappointed to find that the QR code for purchasing in-flight entertainment did not function, leaving me without access to the amenities I had anticipated. (both flights)

I had opted to pay extra for a ticket on Jetstar A321-Neo in the first row, believing it would enhance my travel experience. Unfortunately, this was not the case. The constant line-up for the toilet resulted in people frequently standing next to me, causing significant discomfort throughout the flight. It was difficult to relax with the persistent disturbance from passengers bumping into my seat. Furthermore, I was disappointed to find that the QR code for purchasing in-flight entertainment did not function, leaving me without access to the amenities I had anticipated. Given these circumstances, I will not be purchasing seats in the first two rows in the future, nor will I choose to fly with your airline again.

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