291 € Cheap Flights from Wellington to Melbourne Tullamarine

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Wellington to Melbourne Tullamarine flights are currently cheapest in April.

Direct flights from Wellington to Melbourne Tullamarine

Wellington to Melbourne Tullamarine: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Wellington to Melbourne below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Melbourne Tullamarine.

Wellington to Melbourne: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found291 €
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time4 hrs, 6 mins
Most popular airlineEtihad Airways
Average flights per week104

Finding cheap flights from Wellington to Melbourne Tullamarine: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Wellington to Melbourne Tullamarine is 291 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
4 hours and 6 minutes is the average flight time from Wellington to Melbourne Tullamarine.
Etihad Airways, Qantas and IndiGo fly direct from Wellington to Melbourne Tullamarine.
As of February 2026, there are 104 flights per week flying from Wellington to Melbourne Tullamarine.
The cheapest month to fly from Wellington to Melbourne Tullamarine is usually April.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Wellington Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport on Saturday, 18 April 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 6 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Melbourne is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Qantas offers the cheapest flight tickets to Melbourne Tullamarine.

Travelling from Wellington International Airport (WLG) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Wellington International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is 4 hours 5 minutes.

  • The timezone in Melbourne is UTC+11, which is two hours behind Wellington.

  • Every week, there are 19 Wellington International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flights. If you want to take off early, opt for the 06:00 Air New Zealand flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 15:50 with Air New Zealand.

  • For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your WLG to MEL flight.

  • Travelling during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Travelling to Melbourne (and then discovering more of Australia!) is a snap with Air New Zealand. This popular carrier has direct flights from Wellington International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport.

  • Air New Zealand has the highest passenger demand on this route.

  • Qantas tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for WLG to MEL flights, with 81.4% of services arriving as scheduled.

How to find the cheapest flights from Wellington International Airport (WLG) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • Right now, 128 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Wellington International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 291 €. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Score cheap tickets from WLG to MEL by booking at least ten months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.

  • September is the cheapest month for flights from Wellington International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. If you'd like to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from WLG to MEL by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Wellington International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport.

Handy information about Wellington International Airport (WLG)

  • When it comes to Wellington International Airport's on-time performance, 72.62% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

  • To reach Wellington International Airport from central Wellington, it takes about 25 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The trip when using public transport takes about 1 hour 20 minutes.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel close to WLG? If you're boarding an early flight from Wellington International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne

  • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to central Melbourne has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.

  • If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 40 minutes.

When to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • January is the busiest month for flights from Wellington International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Melbourne in April.

  • Book your flight from Wellington International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport for January if you want to explore Melbourne during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).

  • For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from WLG to MEL in July. Average temperatures are between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) then.

Explore more of Australia

  • Melbourne has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Australia just waiting to be explored. About 467 kilometres north-east of Melbourne, a visit to Canberra will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.

  • Around 64 kilometres south-west of Melbourne, Geelong is another essential stop in Australia. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre.

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