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Melbourne – Auckland
Outbound – Nov 30, 2026
JQMEL
direct
3h 35m
AKL
Return – Dec 9, 2026
JQAKL
direct
4h 5m
MEL
$374
2 days ago
Melbourne – Auckland
Outbound – Nov 23, 2026
NZMEL
direct
3h 40m
AKL
Return – Nov 30, 2026
NZAKL
direct
4h 10m
MEL
$368
yesterday
Melbourne – Auckland
Outbound – Nov 23, 2026
JQMEL
direct
3h 35m
AKL
Return – Dec 1, 2026
JQAKL
direct
4h 5m
MEL
$393
yesterday
Melbourne – Auckland
Outbound – Nov 23, 2026
VAMEL
direct
3h 40m
AKL
Return – Dec 1, 2026
JQAKL
direct
4h 5m
MEL
$391
yesterday

* Prices are in USD per passenger, including taxes, for a round trip. Prices are based on searches carried out within the last 72 hours. Please note that availability and ticket prices are subject to change and should not be considered as the final price quoted.

Cheapest flight tickets

$319

Price observed over the last 3 months for a round trip.

Average price of a round trip

$355

Average flight ticket price recorded over the last 3 months for a round trip.

Flight duration

3h35

A flight from Melbourne to Auckland takes on average 3h35.

Best time

September

According to user searches, the ideal month to go to Auckland is September.

Tips for finding a cheap flight from Melbourne to Auckland

Check out our tips for booking your flight to Auckland (New Zealand) from Melbourne (Australia) at the cheapest possible price.

Usually, the cheapest month to pick up a ticket on this route is November, with an average flight ticket price of $345 (calculation over the last two years). The most touristic season corresponds to the months of November, October and September.
For the cheapest flights, it is advisable to buy your ticket at least 46 days before the departure date.

The airline offering the cheapest flight tickets is Jetstar Airways. A ticket from the airline Jetstar Airways to Auckland costs on average $355.
The airlines that offer the most flights are Jetstar Airways, Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways.

info departure city :
Melbourne, Australia
airports :
Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Essendon Airport (MEB)
local time :

Melbourne is a city in the country Australia, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In Melbourne, it is currently {fromLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 21°C, with a minimum of 16°C and a maximum of 28°C.

The city of Melbourne (MEL) has 2 airport(s): Tullamarine and Essendon

destination info :
Auckland, New Zealand
airports :
Auckland International Airport (AKL)
Ardmore Airport (AMZ)
local time :

Auckland is in the country New Zealand, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In Auckland, it is currently {toLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 14°C, with a minimum of 9°C and a maximum of 21°C.

The city of Auckland has 2 airport(s): Auckland and Ardmore

Useful info about Auckland

What is the least touristic period to go to Auckland?

If you want to visit Auckland during the least touristic period, choose the month of September.

What is the most popular time to travel to Auckland?

In Auckland, the most popular month is November. It is during this period that the prices offered by airlines are also the highest.

When should I book my flight from Melbourne to Auckland?

According to our data, it is recommended to book your flight 46 days before your departure. If you book your flight ticket 7 weeks before your departure, you may find a price below average. The cheapest day to book a flight from Melbourne to Auckland is Sunday.

What are the arrival and destination airports when traveling between Melbourne and Auckland?

When you leave, you can leave from Tullamarine, and you will arrive at Auckland.

How to reach Melbourne airport from the city centre?

The airport Tullamarine is located 20 km, Ndolo is located 2 km ou Essendon is located 11 km from the city centre. You can access it by using public transportation, taking a taxi, or renting a car.

Are there other means of transportation to go from Melbourne to Auckland?

Airplane is the only means of transportation listed on Liligo for this journey.

Are there big differences in weather between Melbourne and Auckland?

In summer, the average temperature is 12°C in Auckland and 10°C in Melbourne. The average rainfall in summer is 120 mm in Auckland and 55 mm in Melbourne. In summer, it is warmer in Auckland and it rains less in Melbourne. In winter, it is colder in Melbourne and it rains more in Auckland.

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