$142 Cheap flight deals from Melbourne (MEL) to Auckland (AKL)

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This Weekend's Flight Deals from Melbourne to Auckland

This weekend's flight prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Sun, Jun 15 - Tue, Jun 24
MEL
Tullamarine
AKL
Auckland Intl.
$333 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$333
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Sun, Jun 15 from Tullamarine to Auckland Intl., returning Tue, Jun 24, priced at $333 found 4 days ago
Sat, Jun 14 - Tue, Jun 17
AVV
Avalon
AKL
Auckland Intl.
$630 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$630
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Sat, Jun 14 from Avalon to Auckland Intl., returning Tue, Jun 17, priced at $630 found 2 days ago

Airfares from $142 One Way, $265 Round Trip from Melbourne to Auckland

Prices starting at $265 for return flights and $142 for one-way flights to Auckland were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Sat, Sep 6 - Mon, Sep 8
MEL
Melbourne
AKL
Auckland
$265 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$265
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Sat, Sep 6 from Melbourne to Auckland, returning Mon, Sep 8, priced at $265 found 9 hours ago
Wed, Jun 18 - Tue, Jun 24
MEL
Melbourne
AKL
Auckland
$325 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$325
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Wed, Jun 18 from Melbourne to Auckland, returning Tue, Jun 24, priced at $325 found 5 days ago
Fri, Jun 20 - Thu, Jun 26
AVV
Melbourne
AKL
Auckland
$430 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$430
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Fri, Jun 20 from Melbourne to Auckland, returning Thu, Jun 26, priced at $430 found 3 days ago
Wed, Jun 18 - Tue, Jun 24
MEL
Melbourne
AKL
Auckland
$430 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$430
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Wed, Jun 18 from Melbourne to Auckland, returning Tue, Jun 24, priced at $430 found 5 days ago
Mon, Nov 24 - Tue, Nov 25
MEL
Melbourne
AKL
Auckland
$482 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$482
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Emirates flight, departing Mon, Nov 24 from Melbourne to Auckland, returning Tue, Nov 25, priced at $482 found 2 days ago

More About Flying To Auckland from Melbourne

Route Information for Flights from Melbourne to Auckland

Origin Airport IATA Code
MEL
Destination Airport IATA Code
AKL
Distance
Direct Flight Airlines
Earliest Flight Arrival
Latest Flight Arrival

Fly from Melbourne to Auckland

If you plan to fly from Melbourne to Auckland, the easiest way to get to the Melbourne Tullamarine Domestic & International Airport (MEL) is to take the Skybus service, which operates 24/7 and departs the city center every 10 minutes for the 25 kilometer ride. Once your flight is in the air, it's only three and a half hours before you reach your destination.

Attractions

There are as many ways to get around Auckland as there are sites to see. You can take a coach tour to Christchurch, Queenstown, Waitomo Caves, and West Coast Glaciers, a Trikke tour of the waterfront, a scenic flight for a view from above, or a ferry to the Great Barrier Island. If you want to see the sights from a stationary viewpoint, try the top of the Sky Tower, the tallest man-made structure in New Zealand. With three viewing platforms and a SkyWalk around the pergola, you'll have a panoramic view. While you're up there, you can take advantage of the fine dining available.

Hints and tips

Auckland enjoys warm summers with high humidity and mild winters. There are few extremes of temperature, so sunglasses, a raincoat and sunscreen should serve you well. For your return, there are many options to get to the Auckland Airport (AKL), which is located between Auckland and Manukau. All taxi and shuttle companies are able to drop you off at the airport.

Frequently asked questions

Are there non-stop flights from Melbourne to Auckland?
Buckle up and enjoy a worry-free flight with one of the 3 airlines that fly direct from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to AKL. We’ve complied a list of reputable carriers to choose from:

  • Air New Zealand
  • The Flying Kangaroo
  • Jetstar

What is the shortest flight from Melbourne to Auckland?
The shortest flight time from Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine) to Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) is around 3 hours and 25 minutes. Grab your favorite tipple from the drink cart, get stuck into your travel journal or make friends with your seat mate — you’ll have enough time on this medium-haul trip.
What airlines fly from Melbourne to Auckland most frequently?
There are two airlines offering the most frequent flights from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to AKL, including Air New Zealand (NZ). Popular with travelers, it operates 86 flights on this route each month. If you need some more options, have a look at the cost of tickets with The Flying Kangaroo (QF), which operates 47 flights from Melbourne to Auckland each month.
What is the cheapest day of the week to fly?
Consider flying out early in the week to save on your airfare. Orbitz data from 2021 shows that Monday is the cheapest day to depart, followed by Tuesday. Saturday showed the highest average ticket prices likely because many travelers prefer to start their vacation on a weekend.
What is the cheapest month to fly?
We won’t keep you guessing, according to Orbitz data from 2021, the cheapest month to fly is February. Perfect for those who need a weekend getaway, or just a break from it all in the shortest month of the year. Be aware that the most expensive time to fly is during the height of summer in July, and in the holiday month of December.*According to flight demand on Orbitz.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change based on departure location, date and destination.

Fare, taxes & fees: Fares include all taxes and fees, except baggage fees. Rates shown reflect fares found by other Orbitz users over the past 7 days. Due to rapidly changing airline prices & seat availability, these fares may no longer be available.

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Other conditions: Schedules, fares and rules are subject to change without notice. Seats are limited and may not be available on all flights/dates or in all markets. Lower fares may be available. Fares will not be honored retroactively or in exchange for any wholly/partially unused ticket. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable. Fare rules are provided for the selected itinerary before booking.