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Find cheap flights from Auckland to Melbourne from C$ 107

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Auckland to Melbourne departing on 6/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Auckland to Melbourne, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Auckland to Melbourne, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheap flight deals from Auckland to Melbourne (AKL-MEL)

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip 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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8:40 p.m. - 10:45 p.m.AKL-MEL
4h 05mdirect
11:55 p.m. - 5:30 a.m.MEL-AKL
3h 35mdirect
C$ 300Jetstar
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Sat, 8 Jun - Sun, 16 Jun
8:40 p.m. - 10:45 p.m.AKL-MEL
4h 05mdirect
11:55 p.m. - 5:30 a.m.MEL-AKL
3h 35mdirect
C$ 311Jetstar
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Wed, 5 Jun - Wed, 12 Jun
8:40 p.m. - 10:45 p.m.AKL-MEL
4h 05mdirect
11:55 p.m. - 5:30 a.m.MEL-AKL
3h 35mdirect
C$ 334Jetstar
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Fri, 28 Jun - Mon, 8 Jul
6:10 a.m. - 8:20 a.m.AKL-MEL
4h 10mdirect
1:20 p.m. - 6:55 p.m.MEL-AKL
3h 35mdirect
C$ 453Qantas Airways
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Wed, 22 May - Fri, 24 May
6:10 a.m. - 8:20 a.m.AKL-MEL
4h 10mdirect
6:30 p.m. - 12:05 a.m.MEL-AKL
3h 35mdirect
C$ 455Qantas Airways
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Sun, 19 May - Mon, 20 May
7:30 a.m. - 8:05 p.m.AKL-MEL
14h 35m1 stop
6:50 p.m. - 12:25 a.m.MEL-AKL
3h 35mdirect
C$ 491
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Sun, 8 Sep - Sat, 14 Sep
7:30 a.m. - 8:05 p.m.AKL-MEL
14h 35m1 stop
8:00 a.m. - 4:40 p.m.MEL-AKL
6h 40m1 stop
C$ 497LATAM Airlines
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Sun, 8 Sep - Sat, 14 Sep
8:00 p.m. - 10:10 p.m.AKL-MEL
4h 10mdirect
6:30 p.m. - 12:05 a.m.MEL-AKL
3h 35mdirect
C$ 638Emirates
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Tue, 21 May - Wed, 22 May
6:10 a.m. - 8:20 a.m.AKL-MEL
4h 10mdirect
6:30 p.m. - 12:05 a.m.MEL-AKL
3h 35mdirect
C$ 646Emirates
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Tue, 21 May - Wed, 22 May
8:00 a.m. - 12:20 p.m.AKL-MEL
30h 20m1 stop
10:00 a.m. - 11:45 p.m.MEL-AKL
11h 45m2 stops
C$ 1,213
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Sun, 8 Sep - Sat, 14 Sep

Flights from Auckland to Melbourne - Travel Insights & Trends

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

The average price of all flights from Auckland to Melbourne Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Melbourne on a Monday and more expensive on a Tuesday. On your return trip to Auckland, you should consider flying back on a Sunday, and avoid Tuesdays for better deals.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Auckland to Melbourne Airport, 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 Airport is August, where tickets cost C$ 363 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and January, where the average cost of tickets is C$ 598 and C$ 539 respectively.

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

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Auckland to Melbourne Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from Auckland to Melbourne Airport, you should book around 3 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 74 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Auckland to Melbourne?

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
The cheapest return flight ticket from Auckland to Melbourne found by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours was for C$ 300 on Jetstar, followed by Qantas Airways (C$ 453). One-way flight deals have also been found from as low as C$ 107 on Jetstar and from C$ 245 on Qantas Airways.

Which airlines fly most frequently between Auckland and Melbourne?

Qantas Airways (5 flights per day), Air New Zealand (3 flights per day), and Jetstar (2 flights per day) are the most frequent flyers of this route.

Which airlines fly direct between Auckland and Melbourne Airport?

Airline and price data is aggregated from results in KAYAK’s search results from the last 2 weeks for flights from Auckland to Melbourne Airport.
There are 3 airlines that fly direct from Auckland to Melbourne Airport. They are: Air New Zealand, Jetstar and Qantas Airways. The cheapest price of all airlines flying this route was found with Jetstar at C$ 288. On average, the best prices for this route can be found at Jetstar.

How many flights are there between Auckland and Melbourne Airport per day?

Each day, there are between 10 and 11 nonstop flights that take off from Auckland and land in Melbourne Airport, with an average flight time of 4h 08m. The most common departure time is 3:00 p.m. and most flights take off in the afternoon. Each week, there are 71 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Saturday, when 15% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Monday.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Auckland and Melbourne Airport?

The average price of flights for each cabin class for the route found by users searching on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks.
There are 2 cabin class options for the route. These are Business and Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

How long does a flight from Auckland to Melbourne take?

Direct flights take on average 4h 05m to travel the 4,241 km between Auckland and Melbourne.

What’s the earliest departure time from Auckland to Melbourne?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Auckland at 6:10 am and will be landing in Melbourne Airport at 8:20 am.

What’s the latest departure time from Auckland to Melbourne?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Auckland to Melbourne Airport jets off at 8:40 pm and lands at 10:45 pm.

Good to know

Low season

April

High season

December

Cheapest flight

C$ 107
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 4% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (34% more expensive on average)
Flight from Auckland to Melbourne

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.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips 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 Auckland to Melbourne flights

  • How expensive is a taxi to Melbourne city?

    Melbourne Airport does not having a train line to the city, making taxis a popular transport choice. Expect to pay A$ 60 (≈ NZ$ 63) for a trip to the centre of the city in a standard taxi with room for four people. Dependent on traffic, the trip should only take approximately 30 min.

  • Where can I shop duty-free?

    Auckland Airport provides the option to complete your duty-free shopping online as early as six months before your flight, meaning you can arrive at the airport and pick up your prepaid items without wasting any time. If you’d prefer the traditional shopping experience, a large range of electronics, liquor and beauty products are available at the Melbourne Airport duty free shop.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Auckland to Melbourne Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Auckland to Melbourne Airport was C$ 78 for a one-way ticket and C$ 218 for a round-trip.

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

    The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Auckland to Melbourne flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Auckland to Melbourne?

    oneworld, Star Alliance, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Auckland and Melbourne, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Auckland to Melbourne?

    There are direct flights from Auckland to Melbourne on a daily basis.

  • 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 travellers 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 round-trip 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.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from Auckland to Melbourne

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for C$ 370 or less round-trip.
  • When flying from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Melbourne there are two flights routes available. You can either fly to Melbourne Airport (MEL) which is located approximately 23 km northwest of the city, or to Avalon Airport (AVV) which is 50 km southwest of the city. Flying to Melbourne Airport is generally the cheaper option and the city centre can be reached quicker, however if you are planning on heading west and exploring the Great Ocean Road, consider flying to Avalon Airport.
  • If you are flying from Auckland to Melbourne with Air New Zealand in business or first class, or have frequent flyer status with Air NZ Gold, you can access Koru Melbourne Lounge once you land. Equipped with showering facilities, work stations and a kids' zone with bean bags and children’s television programmes, the Koru lounge has everything you need to recover after your flight.
  • Free public showers are available within International Terminal 2 when you land at Melbourne Airport. Remember to bring a towel and other accessories as these services are not provided or available for hire.
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Prefer to fly non-stop from Auckland to Melbourne?

Find which airlines fly direct from Auckland Intl to Melbourne, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Nonstop departures

Auckland Intl to Melbourne

Monday

Air China, Air New Zealand, Air Tahiti Nui, +14 more

Air China, Air New Zealand, +15 more

Tuesday

Air China, Air New Zealand, Air Tahiti Nui, +14 more

Air China, Air New Zealand, +15 more

Wednesday

Air China, Air New Zealand, Air Tahiti Nui, +14 more

Air China, Air New Zealand, +15 more

Thursday

Air China, Air New Zealand, Air Tahiti Nui, +14 more

Air China, Air New Zealand, +15 more

Friday

Air China, Air New Zealand, Air Tahiti Nui, +14 more

Air China, Air New Zealand, +15 more

Saturday

Air China, Air New Zealand, Air Tahiti Nui, +14 more

Air China, Air New Zealand, +15 more

Sunday

Air China, Air New Zealand, Air Tahiti Nui, +14 more

Air China, Air New Zealand, +15 more

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Nonstop returns

Melbourne to Auckland Intl

Monday

Air China, Air New Zealand, Air Tahiti Nui, +14 more

Air China, Air New Zealand, +15 more

Tuesday

Air China, Air New Zealand, Air Tahiti Nui, +14 more

Air China, Air New Zealand, +15 more

Wednesday

Air China, Air New Zealand, Air Tahiti Nui, +14 more

Air China, Air New Zealand, +15 more

Thursday

Air China, Air New Zealand, Air Tahiti Nui, +14 more

Air China, Air New Zealand, +15 more

Friday

Air China, Air New Zealand, Air Tahiti Nui, +14 more

Air China, Air New Zealand, +15 more

Saturday

Air China, Air New Zealand, Air Tahiti Nui, +14 more

Air China, Air New Zealand, +15 more

Sunday

Air China, Air New Zealand, Air Tahiti Nui, +14 more

Air China, Air New Zealand, +15 more

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Top airline 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.
6.7
JetstarOverall score based on 649 reviews
6.5Comfort
7.0Boarding
5.2Entertainment
7.4Crew
5.8Food
Airline reviews

a constant reminder that you need to work harder so you can avoid this airline

4.0 OkayMarvin, Apr. 2024AKL - BNE
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a constant reminder that you need to work harder so you can avoid this airline

For some reason the cabin was kept very cold. Unlike my flight over which i would say was excellent this was a long, cold flight home.

Note that food has to be purchased in flight. No free food. And no entertainment in flight. So I’ve treated these two items as okay which, in this case, means neutral/not applicable.

My Dad needed assistance to board the plane. The Jetstar staff were excellent with him and made the experience a lot easier😁

No food taken so can't rate also no entertainment so can't rate.

Boarding was easy and unstressful, though the early "final call" was a bit off-putting. The crew were pleasant, and the seats were comfortable. The prices for food and drink were reasonable, apart from tea and coffee, where simple percolated coffee was charged at espresso prices. Deboarding was OK, though some Jetstar passengers appear to have a bad habit of pushing forward from their assigned rows, making it more difficult to get out for passengers that have paid a premium to sit up-front. Jetstar might want to look to address this to stop it from spreading.

I got to the airport earlier than I expected, and they let me change to an earlier flight with no trouble.

The price difference/saving isn't sufficient to compensate the experience difference, don't recommend unless flight is under 3 hours. Huge queues for check in and the priority lane of other ailines blocked checked in Jetstar passengers from proceeding through to screening. Gate change to a "dungeon gate" that didn't have toilets in the vicinity. 45minute delay in boarding, no updates or explaination, let alone apology for any inconvenience. 1 scanner working for a full fight to board, no coordination. Loaded on to crowded buses to get on the plane in the middle of the tarmac, up stairs with no explaination. 4 bus trips. No system for boarding in sections. Over an hour late departing. Nothing complimentary, not even water or in-flight music. Pay wave not available and no cash sales. Staff onboard were friendly and professional.

Flight was delayed by 1 hour, we board then had to sit on the tarmac for another hour before take off. The flight was fine but again another delay with the baggage which took another hour to appear on the carousel.

It was a super crowded time to travel out of Melbourne, but the flight was OK

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from Auckland to Melbourne found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
6/6Thu
directJetstar
4h 05mAKL-MEL
C$ 107
6/6Thu
1 stop
7h 20mAKL-MEL
C$ 195
13/8Tue
1 stopJetstar
8h 10mAKL-MEL
C$ 196
25/6Tue
directQantas Airways
4h 10mAKL-MEL
C$ 245
2/11Sat
directQantas Airways
4h 10mAKL-MEL
C$ 246
30/5Thu
directQantas Airways
4h 10mAKL-MEL
C$ 260
19/5Sun
directJetstar
4h 05mAKL-MEL
C$ 287
17/7Wed
directQantas Airways
4h 10mAKL-MEL
C$ 566

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Last minute flights from Auckland to Melbourne

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from Auckland to Melbourne that are departing in the next 10 days.
12/5Sun
directQantas Airways
4h 10mAKL-MEL
15/5Wed
directQantas Airways
3h 35mMEL-AKL
C$ 453
12/5Sun
multi-stopQantas Airways
6h 50mAKL-MEL
15/5Wed
directQantas Airways
3h 35mMEL-AKL
C$ 603

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Auckland - Melbourne Flights

Departure:

Auckland (undefined)New Zealand

Destination:

Melbourne (MEL)Australia

Return flight deals:

Melbourne - Auckland

Cabin classes:

C$ 363

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