On this page, you can book flights from Melbourne to Wellington. This 2,579 km route is served by approximately 12 scheduled flights per week.
Flights are operated by Air New Zealand, Qantas, and Virgin Australia. Information on how to get to the airport of departure or travel to the city from the arrival airport will help you plan your trip logistics in advance.
The table shows direct flights Melbourne → Wellington on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 3 h 35 min. Regular flights are operated by Air New Zealand, Qantas and Virgin Australia. Departures from Tullamarine Airport and Avalon Airport airports, arrivals at Wellington International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Melbourne — Wellington by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 817 in y, and the most expensive are around AED 1,550 in r. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Melbourne → Wellington, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 941 | high | May | AED 841 | low | Sep | AED 861 | medium |
| Feb | AED 1,001 | high | Jun | AED 801 | low | Oct | AED 881 | medium |
| Mar | AED 881 | medium | Jul | AED 821 | low | Nov | AED 841 | low |
| Apr | AED 901 | medium | Aug | AED 811 | low | Dec | AED 981 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The warmest month in Wellington is January, with average highs reaching up to 19°C. The coolest and wettest weather occurs in July, when rainfall peaks for the year and the average temperature drops to 8.5°C.
The lowest flight prices are recorded in July — AED 817. During peak periods, such as March, ticket costs increase significantly and start AED 1,328.
October can be considered a good compromise for a trip, as tickets cost AED 844 while weather conditions gradually improve. It is best to avoid booking for June due to the combination of high flight costs AED 1,200 and the winter season.
Three major airlines operate scheduled flights on the Melbourne to Wellington route: Air New Zealand, Qantas, and Virgin Australia. Direct service is primarily provided by New Zealand's national carrier, which operates the highest number of weekly departures. You can view the detailed schedule, departure times, and aircraft types in the interactive list below.
Flights Melbourne — Wellington depart from Tullamarine Airport and Avalon Airport and arrive at Wellington International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
A direct flight on this route takes approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes, covering a distance of 2,579 km.
Regular flights between the cities are operated by Air New Zealand, Qantas, and Virgin Australia.
Yes, direct non-stop flights are available on this route, allowing you to reach your destination as quickly as possible.
All flights from Melbourne arrive at Wellington International Airport (WLG).
Ticket prices change constantly. To find the best deals, we recommend using the price trend chart and the low-price calendar on this page.
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