How many flights from Melbourne to Wellington are non-stop?

Across the trailing quarter, approximately 27.4% of flights from Melbourne to Wellington are non-stop. For flights that include stopovers, the median number of stopovers is typically one. This means that while direct options are available, a significant portion of routes will involve at least one connection.

What's the flight time from Melbourne to Wellington?

The typical direct flight time from Melbourne to Wellington is 3 hours and 35 minutes, covering a distance of 2590 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration extends to 8 hours and 55 minutes. This represents a significant difference in travel time, with direct flights being considerably faster.

How often do cheap flights from Melbourne to Wellington come up?

Historically, cheap flights from Melbourne to Wellington are classified as frequent. This suggests that travelers have regular opportunities to find economical fares for this route. The consistent availability of deals makes it a favorable route for budget-conscious planning.

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August 18 - August 25

Cheapest

Best

MEL - Wellington

A$663

A$495

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August 19 - August 26

MEL - Wellington

A$663

A$551

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August 1 - August 15

Earliest

MEL - Wellington

A$637

A$558

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August 1 - August 7

Earliest

MEL - Wellington

A$688

A$560

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August 20 - August 23

MEL - Wellington

A$680

A$561

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November 3 - November 6

AVV - Wellington

A$744

A$597

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November 3 - November 25

AVV - Wellington

A$699

A$600

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August 22 - September 16

AVV - Wellington

A$741

A$604

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September 8 - September 16

AVV - Wellington

A$780

A$604

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September 5 - September 16

AVV - Wellington

A$762

A$604

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Melbourne to Wellington: Overview

Insights for flights from Melbourne to Wellington

Fares for flights from Melbourne to Wellington typically range from $398–$690, with a median of $518. Right now, fares are above the typical level, and about 13% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find cheap flights from Melbourne to Wellington.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne to Wellington? The data shows that February is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $260. Following closely are November, with a median fare of $319, and October, with a median fare of $322.

The journey from Melbourne to Wellington covers a distance of 2590 km, classifying it as a medium-haul route.

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with only 27.4% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 1.

A typical journey from Melbourne to Wellington, including connections, takes approximately 10h 15m. For direct flights, the median flight time is 3h 35m.

How much is a round trip from Melbourne to Wellington

Regular price: A$558 - A$809

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Melbourne to Wellington is typically between 558 AUD and 809 AUD. The current lowest deal is 495 AUD with Air New Zealand for travel from Aug 18-Aug 25.

now A$495

Low A$558

High A$809

The cheapest time to fly from Melbourne to Wellington

The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Wellington is November, with a median price of $319. The most expensive month to fly is December, with a median price of $722. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

November

Cheapest

Flights from A$319

December

Most Expensive

Flights from A$722

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Direct flights from Melbourne to Wellington

Air New Zealand

Last-minute flights going from Melbourne to Wellington

Fri, Jul 24

⌛ Last-Minute

AVV - Wellington

Melbourne (AVV) - Wellington (WLG)

Jetstar

A$916

A$665

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MEL - Wellington

Melbourne (MEL) - Wellington (WLG)

Air New Zealand

A$687

A$560

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MEL - Wellington

Melbourne (MEL) - Wellington (WLG)

Air New Zealand

A$505

A$586

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MEL - Wellington

Melbourne (MEL) - Wellington (WLG)

Air New Zealand

A$555

A$636

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MEL - Wellington

Melbourne (MEL) - Wellington (WLG)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

A$497

A$646

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

MEL - Wellington

Melbourne (MEL) - Wellington (WLG)

Jetstar

A$671

A$636

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Melbourne to Wellington

3 nights

Sep 1 - Sep 4

A$1,034 → A$588

43%

4 nights

Sep 5 - Sep 9

A$1,030 → A$598

42%

6 nights

Sep 3 - Sep 9

A$1,008 → A$581

42%

4 nights

Sep 2 - Sep 6

A$1,028 → A$607

41%

Popular Airports to fly from Melbourne to Wellington

Melbourne - Wellington route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares above the typical level

Recent fares from Melbourne to Wellington are above the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in November for the best prices

Historically, November is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $319.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 3h 35m

Direct flights to Wellington typically take 3 hours and 35 minutes, connecting flights 10h 15m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Air New Zealand offers direct flights

Air New Zealand offers direct flights from Melbourne to Wellington, with deals frequently available.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air New Zealand: direct flights from $495

Air New Zealand has offered recent direct flights from Melbourne to Wellington for $495.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals from Melbourne to Wellington are frequent, with 13% of recent fares considered good.

Melbourne main airports to depart from

Melbourne (MEL)

Cheapest

Melbourne Airport (MEL) is a primary choice for flights to Wellington, offering competitive pricing.

📍 ~19 km from city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~A$495

Avalon (AVV)

Avalon Airport (AVV) is an alternative departure point for travelers heading to Wellington.

📍 ~50 km from city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~A$601

Wellington main airports to arrive at

Wellington International (WLG)

Cheapest

Wellington International Airport is a convenient arrival point for flights from Melbourne to Wellington.

📍 ~5 km from city center

💸 Flights from ~A$495

Airports nearby Wellington used as alternative

Palmerston North (PMR)

Cheapest

Palmerston North is a major regional hub on the same island, offering a reliable alternative for domestic connections.

📍 ~135 km from Wellington (approximately 2-hour drive)

💸 Flights from ~A$695

Kapiti Coast (PPQ)

Kapiti Coast is geographically closest and offers easy access from northern Wellington suburbs via the Kapiti Expressway.

📍 ~45 km from Wellington

💸 Flights from ~A$950

Whanganui Airport (WAG)

Whanganui Airport is an alternative North Island regional airport within driveable distance from the Wellington region.

📍 ~150 km from Wellington

💸 Flights from ~A$776

Nelson (NSN)

Nelson is a significant regional airport geographically near Wellington, but requires crossing the Cook Strait.

📍 ~140 km from Wellington (requires ferry or additional flight)

💸 Flights from ~A$695

Woodbourne (BHE)

Woodbourne is the closest South Island airport to Wellington, requiring a ferry crossing across the Cook Strait.

📍 ~100 km from Wellington (requires ferry crossing)

💸 Flights from ~A$706

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Wellington

Wellington, New Zealand

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$2,956

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Wellington

Historically, the lowest prices for flights from Melbourne to Wellington are found when booking 7-13 days in advance. During this period, the average price is typically around $386. Booking within 0-6 days of departure sees the average price rise to $520. Prices tend to be higher for bookings made 14-27 days out, averaging $553, and for those made 28-59 days in advance, where the average price is $489.

Across the trailing quarter, a good deal for a flight from Melbourne to Wellington is considered to be $398 or less. Prices at the median typically hover around $518. For comparison, prices at the 75th percentile are approximately $690. This threshold helps travelers identify more economical options when planning their trip.

Historically, February has been the best month to fly from Melbourne to Wellington, with a median price of $260. November also offers competitive prices, with a median of $319. October follows closely with a median price of $322. The annual median price for this route is $518, indicating that these months typically offer significant savings.

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