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Auckland to Melbourne Flights
Flying From Auckland
Finding low-fare flights from Auckland is simple with the help of Orbitz.com. Flights originate at Auckland Airport, which is located in the Auckland suburb of Mangere. It is approximately 21 kilometers, or a 40-minute drive, from the city center. Auckland Airport is the central hub for Air New Zealand and is also serviced by many other airlines offering international flights, such as British Airways, Emirates, and Air China.
Parking at the Auckland Airport
Auckland Airport offers several types of parking near the terminals, including short-term and long-term covered and uncovered parking. Business Express parking is available, as is a park-and-ride with shuttle service to the terminal.
Transportation to the Airport
An Airbus service is available for transport to the airport from Auckland's CBD and downtown ferry rerminal. Tickets are available on the bus for approximately NZ$16. There are several taxi and shuttle services that can transport you to the airport from the city of Auckland. They include Alert Taxis, North Shore Taxis, and Super Shuttle. Taxi fares to the Auckland Airport are between NZ$60 to NZ$80. When you book your tickets with Orbitz.com, you can find car rental services to and from Auckland.
Restaurants at Auckland Airport
At Auckland Airport, there are over 20 restaurant options for grabbing a quick bite before your flight. There is Espresso Plus, where you can get an iced coffee and café foods. Hayama Sushi and Sumo Salad offer tasty alternatives to fast food. If it is fast food you are looking for, McDonald's, Burger King, and Subway offer tasty sandwiches. You can find whatever you are in the mood for at the airport after booking your flights from Auckland with Orbitz.com.
Melbourne International Airport
The Melbourne International Airport is located on Airport Drive in Tullamarine, approximately 12 miles from the center of Melbourne. Numerous airlines service the airport, including US Airways, Virgin America, Delta Airlines and Skywest Airlines. Orbitz.com searches flight combinations to find cheap flights to Melbourne. This easy-to-use website has all the tools you need to find deals on vacation packages and air tickets that fit within your budget.
Transportation From the Airport
Taking a taxicab from the airport to downtown Melbourne costs approximately $56. The Skybus also takes passengers from the airport to the city. Skybus tickets cost $17 peradult or $38 for a family that includes two adults and one to four children. Public buses also run between the airport and various locations in Melbourne. If you'd like access to a vehicle during your stay, you can use Orbitz.com to reserve a rental car. The airport houses five rental car companies, so that you can pick up your vehicle as soon as your flight lands.
Climate in Melbourne
Winter temperatures in Melbourne range from the low 20s to the mid-40s, while the summer temperatures range from the mid-50s to the high 70s. Keep in mind that Melbourne's summer runs from December through February, and June through August are the winter months. If you use Orbitz.com to plan your trip in the early or late spring, the weather will be nice, and you'll save money because it's not the city's peak travel season.
Highlights and Attractions
The Melbourne Zoo, the Melbourne Museum and the Rippon Lea House & Gardens are some of Melbourne's major attractions. Orbitz.com does more than find cheap flights to Melbourne. You can also purchase tickets to local attractions and arrange guided tours.
Cheap flights from Auckland to Melbourne
Prices are for round-trip flights per adult (taxes and fees included)
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February
Cheapest weekend flights in February from Auckland to Melbourne
| Travel dates | Departure | Arrival | Stops: | Round-trip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leave Thu, Feb 21 | Auckland (AKL) | Melbourne (MEL) |
Emirates
|
$390 |
| Return Sun, Feb 24 | Melbourne (MEL) | Auckland (AKL) |
Emirates |
Lowest roundtrip airfare in February from Auckland to Melbourne
| Travel dates | Departure | Arrival | Stops: | Round-trip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leave Mon, Feb 11 | Auckland (AKL) | Melbourne (MEL) |
Emirates
|
$381 |
| Return Tue, Feb 26 | Melbourne (MEL) | Auckland (AKL) |
Emirates |
March
Lowest roundtrip airfare in March from Auckland to Melbourne
| Travel dates | Departure | Arrival | Stops: | Round-trip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leave Wed, Mar 6 | Auckland (AKL) | Melbourne (MEL) |
Emirates
|
$381 |
| Return Sat, Mar 9 | Melbourne (MEL) | Auckland (AKL) |
Emirates |
Best one-week trip in March from Auckland to Melbourne
| Travel dates | Departure | Arrival | Stops: | Round-trip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leave Sun, Mar 24 | Auckland (AKL) | Melbourne (MEL) |
Emirates
|
$406 |
| Return Sun, Mar 31 | Melbourne (MEL) | Auckland (AKL) |
Emirates |
April
Lowest roundtrip airfare in April from Auckland to Melbourne
| Travel dates | Departure | Arrival | Stops: | Round-trip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leave Sat, Apr 27 | Auckland (AKL) | Melbourne (MEL) |
Emirates
|
$406 |
| Return Wed, May 8 | Melbourne (MEL) | Auckland (AKL) |
Emirates |
Flight facts
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- 9 direct flights are operating from Auckland to Melbourne today.
- Today's average time for a direct flight is 4h 5m.
- Air New Zealand flight 7939 (12:30 AM GMT, Boeing 737-800 (Winglets) Passenger) is today's earliest available flight from Auckland to Melbourne.
- Qantas flight 134 (12:45 PM GMT, Boeing 737-800 (Winglets) Passenger) is today's latest available flight from Auckland to Melbourne.
- Today's shortest direct flight from Auckland to Melbourne (Singapore Airlines flight 6843, Airbus Industrie A320) takes 4h 0m.
- Today's longest direct flight from Auckland to Melbourne (British Airways flight 7354, Boeing 737-800 (Winglets) Passenger) takes 4h 10m.
Weekly
Number of direct flights this week
| Carrier | Sat 5 | Sun 6 | Mon 7 | Tue 8 | Wed 9 | Thu 10 | Fri 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Qantas |
3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
Air New Zealand |
3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
British Airways |
1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
