Cheap Flights from Auckland (AKL) to Melbourne (MEL)

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Cheap Flights from Auckland (AKL) to Melbourne (MEL)

Prices were available within the past 7 days for one-way flights and round trip tickets for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Jetstar
Fri, 22 Aug. - Sun, 24 Aug.
AKL
Auckland
MEL
Melbourne
AU$362 Return, found 1 hour ago
AU$362
Return
found 1 hour ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Fri, 22 Aug. from Auckland to Melbourne, returning Sun, 24 Aug., priced at AU$362 found 1 hour ago
Jetstar
Sat, 16 Aug. - Sat, 23 Aug.
AKL
Auckland
MEL
Melbourne
AU$373 Return, just found
AU$373
Return
just found
Select Jetstar flight, departing Sat, 16 Aug. from Auckland to Melbourne, returning Sat, 23 Aug., priced at AU$373 just found
Jetstar
Sat, 6 Sep. - Mon, 15 Sep.
AKL
Auckland
MEL
Melbourne
AU$384 Return, found 15 hours ago
AU$384
Return
found 15 hours ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Sat, 6 Sep. from Auckland to Melbourne, returning Mon, 15 Sep., priced at AU$384 found 15 hours ago
Jetstar
Thu, 7 Aug. - Fri, 15 Aug.
AKL
Auckland
MEL
Melbourne
AU$395 Return, found 9 hours ago
AU$395
Return
found 9 hours ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Thu, 7 Aug. from Auckland to Melbourne, returning Fri, 15 Aug., priced at AU$395 found 9 hours ago
Jetstar
Tue, 9 Sep. - Thu, 18 Sep.
AKL
Auckland
MEL
Melbourne
AU$405 Return, found 1 day ago
AU$405
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Tue, 9 Sep. from Auckland to Melbourne, returning Thu, 18 Sep., priced at AU$405 found 1 day ago
Jetstar
Wed, 13 Aug. - Sun, 24 Aug.
AKL
Auckland
MEL
Melbourne
AU$406 Return, found 12 hours ago
AU$406
Return
found 12 hours ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Wed, 13 Aug. from Auckland to Melbourne, returning Sun, 24 Aug., priced at AU$406 found 12 hours ago
LATAM Airlines Group
Sat, 12 Jul. - Sun, 20 Jul.
AKL
Auckland
AVV
Melbourne
AU$642 Return, found 2 days ago
AU$642
Return
found 2 days ago
Select LATAM Airlines Group flight, departing Sat, 12 Jul. from Auckland to Melbourne, returning Sun, 20 Jul., priced at AU$642 found 2 days ago
Qantas Airways
Fri, 12 Sep. - Thu, 18 Sep.
AKL
Auckland
MEL
Melbourne
AU$650 Return, just found
AU$650
Return
just found
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Fri, 12 Sep. from Auckland to Melbourne, returning Thu, 18 Sep., priced at AU$650 just found
Air New Zealand
Sat, 23 Aug. - Wed, 27 Aug.
AKL
Auckland
MEL
Melbourne
AU$668 Return, found 2 hours ago
AU$668
Return
found 2 hours ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Sat, 23 Aug. from Auckland to Melbourne, returning Wed, 27 Aug., priced at AU$668 found 2 hours ago
Emirates
Sat, 23 Aug. - Wed, 27 Aug.
AKL
Auckland
MEL
Melbourne
AU$725 Return, found 2 hours ago
AU$725
Return
found 2 hours ago
Select Emirates flight, departing Sat, 23 Aug. from Auckland to Melbourne, returning Wed, 27 Aug., priced at AU$725 found 2 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Auckland (AKL) to Melbourne (MEL)

August is typically the cheapest month to fly

From AU$368 - AU$506 per traveller.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flight from Auckland to Melbourne route information
Origin airport
Auckland Intl.
Destination airport
Tullamarine
Airlines serving
Air New Zealand, Air Tahiti Nui, Emirates, Jetstar, Qantas Airways
Return price
AU$361
Distance
2620 km
Average flight time
2 hours 9 mins

Your quick guide to flights from Auckland to Melbourne

Pick up great flights from Auckland to Melbourne

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Find cheap flights from Auckland to Melbourne

From the great flight deals with prices currently ranging from AU$362 to AU$725, you can choose to see the cheapest flights first. Generally, you can book the cheapest flights from Auckland to Melbourne around 4 to 6 weeks in advance. If your travel dates are flexible, try to avoid weekends and peak seasons – when you are more likely to grab the lowest prices. Even last minute, there are some impressive deals. The cheapest time to fly to Melbourne is normally in August.

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from AKL to Tullamarine Airport (MEL)?
Round-trip journeys from Auckland Airport to Tullamarine Airport start from AU$362. This price is based on fares listed within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year --- book today so you don't miss out. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from AKL to Tullamarine Airport (MEL)?
The majority of flights can be cancelled online, but whether you are charged a fee all comes down to your airline. If you do have to cancel your escape, follow the instructions in the Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) to Tullamarine Airport (MEL) that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for Auckland Airport to Tullamarine Airport flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from AKL to Tullamarine Airport?
It's around 2 600 kilometres between Auckland Airport and MEL, so expect to be strapped into your seat for a while. Keep yourself entertained with things like a magazine or a good old-fashioned book.
Which airlines fly direct from Auckland Airport to Tullamarine Airport?
Qantas (QF) is a top choice. It operates 121 flights between Auckland Airport and MEL each month. Another carrier operating on this route is Air New Zealand (NZ). You'll have 95 flights each month to choose from.
Are AKL to Tullamarine Airport flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Fares from Auckland Airport to Tullamarine Airport (MEL) are available up to 12 months prior to departure on Expedia. And although you may nab a fantastic last-minute deal, it's not something you should bank on. Also, booking your flights well in advance means you'll have more choices --- and you can avoid being wedged in the dreaded middle seat! We're constantly updating our fares to make sure you get the biggest bargains, so check back often for all the latest specials.

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Melbourne Flight Deals

Melbourne

Auckland to Avalon
AU$641.28
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