What is the cheapest way to get from Auckland to Melbourne?

The cheapest way to get from Auckland to Melbourne is to fly which costs $270 - $650 and takes 7h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Auckland to Melbourne?

The fastest way to get from Auckland to Melbourne is to fly which takes 7h 26m and costs $270 - $650.

How far is it from Auckland to Melbourne?

The distance between Auckland and Melbourne is 2688 km.

How long does it take to get from Auckland to Melbourne?

It takes approximately 7h 26m to get from Auckland to Melbourne, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Auckland and Melbourne?

Melbourne is 2h behind Auckland. It is currently 10:31 PM in Auckland and 8:31 PM in Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5290+ hotels available in Melbourne.

Auckland to Melbourne - 3 ways to travel via plane, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Auckland to Melbourne by plane or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly Auckland to Melbourne Airport
best
1. Fly from Auckland (AKL) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)AKL - MEL
7h 26m
$275–629
Bus to Whangarei Airport, fly to Melbourne Airport
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Auckland - Central to Whangarei
2. Fly from Whangarei Airport (WRE) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)WRE - MEL
12h 20m
$195–870
Fly Auckland to Avalon Airport, bus
1. Fly from Auckland (AKL) to Avalon Airport (AVV)AKL - AVV
2. Take the bus from Avalon Airport/Outside Terminal to Skybus Coach Terminal
11h
$225–929

Auckland (AKL) to Melbourne Airport (MEL) flights

100Weekly Planes

4h 30mAverage Duration

$140Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Auckland to Melbourne.

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Distance: 2,687.8 km
Duration: 7h 26m

What companies run services between Auckland, New Zealand and Melbourne, VIC, Australia?

Jetstar, Qantas, and Air New Zealand fly from Auckland (AKL) to Melbourne Airport (MEL) hourly.

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