What is the cheapest airline that flies from Melbourne to Wellington?

Qantas Airways, Air New Zealand, and Emirates are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to Wellington

How many flights depart from Melbourne Airport to Wellington on average per day?

The number of flights available between Melbourne Airport and Wellington is 12 per day as of October 2025. The most frequent departure time is 9:00AM, with 95% of daily flights leaving at noon.

How many flights depart from Melbourne Airport to Wellington on average per week?

84 flights are operational weekly from Melbourne Airport to Wellington as of October 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 14% of flights per week taking off on this day.

How often are flights from Melbourne to Wellington delayed?

Historically, on average around 19% of flights between Melbourne and Wellington have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 96 minutes.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Melbourne to Wellington flights?

According to our data, Air India have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 14% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Sunday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Friday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Wellington Airport?

Prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Wellington Airport refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne Airport to Wellington Airport?

There are 2 operators available for flights from Melbourne Airport to Wellington Airport as of October 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne Airport to Wellington Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Melbourne Airport to Wellington Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Wellington Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Wellington Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Wellington Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Melbourne Airport and Wellington?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $377 to $652. The lowest price recently found on this route was $376.

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Nov 21

MEL8:00 amMelbourne

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MEL6:00 pmMelbourne

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Melbourne Airport to Wellington

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Melbourne Airport and Wellington?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Wellington?

The month of March is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Wellington from Melbourne Airport, with most prices found around $362. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of March, then book flights to Wellington from Melbourne Airport during February instead. Flights to Wellington in February, while not as cheap as those in March, still average around $363.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Wellington?

According to our data, Thursday is the cheapest day to fly to Wellington from Melbourne Airport. The lowest ticket price found for a Thursday departure recently was $474. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. When flying out on a Tuesday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Melbourne Airport to Wellington for around $564.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Wellington?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Wellington is in the afternoon. momondo users have found flights departing from Melbourne Airport to Wellington in the afternoon for as low as $452. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the morning when prices are $486 on average. Flights to Wellington from Melbourne Airport in the morning are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest Melbourne to Wellington flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Wellington?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Wellington from Melbourne Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Wellington for around $417 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Wellington from Melbourne Airport for as low as $360 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Melbourne to Wellington flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Melbourne to Wellington flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Melbourne Airport to Wellington flights?

You could potentially save up to 13% on your flight if you consider stops on a Melbourne Airport to Wellington flight.

How have Melbourne Airport to Wellington flight prices changed over time?

As of October 2025, prices for Melbourne Airport to Wellington flights are approximately 17% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Fastest flight time	3h 25m
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The fastest flight from Melbourne Airport to Wellington takes 3h 25m

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How far is Melbourne to Wellington by plane?
The distance between Melbourne and Wellington is about 1606.7 mi. Typically, this will take 3h 25m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Wellington Airport?
Prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Wellington Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne Airport to Wellington Airport?
There are 2 operators available for flights from Melbourne Airport to Wellington Airport as of October 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne Airport to Wellington Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Melbourne Airport to Wellington Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Wellington Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Wellington Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Wellington Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from Melbourne Airport to Wellington?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Melbourne Airport to Wellington is Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) (45.27% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A320neo (23.16%), Airbus A320-100/200 (19.55%), and Airbus A321-100/200 (6.65%).
What is the most popular airline from Melbourne Airport to Wellington?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Melbourne Airport to Wellington is Qantas Airways, representing 65% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airline is Air New Zealand at 35%.

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Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $307	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 918 reviews		Search Qantas Airways flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $333	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 515 reviews		Search Air New Zealand flights

Air New Zealand Flights From Melbourne Airport to Wellington
Across 7 Air New Zealand flights from Melbourne Airport to Wellington this week, the average price was $493, with the best Air New Zealand deals starting from $333 round-trip. 515 users have rated Air New Zealand on momondo, with an average score of 8.0/10.
Qantas Airways Flights From Melbourne Airport to Wellington
$307 is the best Qantas Airways flight deal from Melbourne Airport to Wellington found on momondo over the last 72 hours. The average Qantas Airways ticket price found was closer to $457, however, with flight time and availability significantly affecting the price. Qantas Airways (7.5/10 from 918 user reviews) flies into Wellington from Melbourne Airport 7 times in an average week so prices can vary.

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Yes. momondo allows you to filter the results for Melbourne to Wellington flights to just show those with flexible booking policies.

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Melbourne Airport and Wellington?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Wellington?

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What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Wellington?

What is the cheapest Melbourne to Wellington flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Wellington?

What cabin class options are available on Melbourne to Wellington flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Melbourne to Wellington flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Melbourne Airport to Wellington flights?

You could potentially save up to 13% on your flight if you consider stops on a Melbourne Airport to Wellington flight.

How have Melbourne Airport to Wellington flight prices changed over time?

As of October 2025, prices for Melbourne Airport to Wellington flights are approximately 17% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Melbourne to Wellington?

Qantas Airways, Air New Zealand, and Emirates are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to Wellington

How often are flights from Melbourne to Wellington delayed?

Historically, on average around 19% of flights between Melbourne and Wellington have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 96 minutes.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Sunday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Friday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Melbourne to Wellington flights?

According to our data, Air India have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 14% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from Melbourne Airport to Wellington on average per day?

The number of flights available between Melbourne Airport and Wellington is 12 per day as of October 2025. The most frequent departure time is 9:00AM, with 95% of daily flights leaving at noon.

How many flights depart from Melbourne Airport to Wellington on average per week?

84 flights are operational weekly from Melbourne Airport to Wellington as of October 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 14% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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