$222 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.

Sat, Oct 18 - Mon, Oct 27
MEL
Tullamarine
AKL
Auckland Intl.
$449 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$449
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Air Tahiti Nui flight, departing Sat, Oct 18 from Tullamarine to Auckland Intl., returning Mon, Oct 27, priced at $449 found 4 days ago
Sat, Oct 18 - Mon, Oct 27
AVV
Avalon
AKL
Auckland Intl.
$685 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$685
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Sat, Oct 18 from Avalon to Auckland Intl., returning Mon, Oct 27, priced at $685 found 4 days ago

Airfares from $222 One Way, $363 Round Trip from Melbourne to Auckland

Prices starting at $363 for return flights and $222 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.

Wed, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 14
MEL
Melbourne
AKL
Auckland
$363 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$363
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Wed, Dec 3 from Melbourne to Auckland, returning Sun, Dec 14, priced at $363 found 1 day ago
Wed, Apr 15 - Thu, Apr 30
MEL
Melbourne
AKL
Auckland
$460 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$460
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Wed, Apr 15 from Melbourne to Auckland, returning Thu, Apr 30, priced at $460 found 3 days ago
Sun, Feb 1 - Wed, Feb 18
MEL
Melbourne
AKL
Auckland
$471 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$471
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Sun, Feb 1 from Melbourne to Auckland, returning Wed, Feb 18, priced at $471 found 3 days ago
Wed, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 14
MEL
Melbourne
AKL
Auckland
$487 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$487
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Emirates flight, departing Wed, Dec 3 from Melbourne to Auckland, returning Sun, Dec 14, priced at $487 found 1 day ago
Wed, Jan 14 - Thu, Jan 29
AVV
Melbourne
AKL
Auckland
$514 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$514
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Wed, Jan 14 from Melbourne to Auckland, returning Thu, Jan 29, priced at $514 found 6 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.

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