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Flight deals from New Plymouth to Melbourne

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from New Plymouth Airport to Melbourne? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from ₹ 51,750. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Melbourne.₹ 21,180 per passenger.Departing Sun, 14 Jun.One-way flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from New Plymouth on Sun, 14 Jun, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 21,180, select.
Melbourne.₹ 21,744 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 Aug.One-way flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from New Plymouth on Tue, 18 Aug, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 21,744, select.
Melbourne.₹ 21,954 per passenger.Departing Thu, 17 Dec.One-way flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from New Plymouth on Thu, 17 Dec, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 21,954, select.
Melbourne.₹ 22,004 per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Nov.One-way flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from New Plymouth on Mon, 16 Nov, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 22,004, select.
Melbourne.₹ 22,014 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Sep.One-way flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from New Plymouth on Fri, 4 Sep, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 22,014, select.
Melbourne.₹ 26,450 per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 Oct.One-way flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from New Plymouth on Thu, 22 Oct, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 26,450, select.
Melbourne.₹ 27,593 per passenger.Departing Sun, 12 Jul.One-way flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from New Plymouth on Sun, 12 Jul, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 27,593, select.
Melbourne.₹ 28,671 per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 May.One-way flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from New Plymouth on Sat, 30 May, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 28,671, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from New Plymouth to Melbourne

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New Plymouth to Melbourne flights are currently cheapest in June.
May
from ₹ 28,671
Jun
from ₹ 21,180
Jul
from ₹ 27,593
Aug
from ₹ 21,744
Sep
from ₹ 22,014
Oct
from ₹ 26,450
Nov
from ₹ 22,004
Dec
from ₹ 21,954
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Alternative New Plymouth to Melbourne routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from New Plymouth to Melbourne? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Melbourne Essendon

11km from central Melbourne
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Melbourne Tullamarine

19km from central Melbourne
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from ₹ 21,180
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Melbourne Avalon

50km from central Melbourne
from ₹ 28,494
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New Plymouth to Melbourne: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found₹ 21,180
Cheapest month to flyJune

Finding cheap flights from New Plymouth to Melbourne: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Melbourne: Melbourne Essendon, Melbourne Tullamarine and Melbourne Avalon.
The best price we found for a return flight from New Plymouth to Melbourne is ₹ 50,022. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from New Plymouth to Melbourne. But we found flights with one or more stops from ₹ 50,234.
As of May 2026, there are no flights flying from New Plymouth to Melbourne.
The cheapest month to fly from New Plymouth to Melbourne is usually August.
If you're flying from New Plymouth Airport, the cheapest airport near Melbourne is Melbourne Tullamarine – which is 18.8 km away from the centre of Melbourne. We've found flights into this airport from ₹ 50,022.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from New Plymouth Airport to Melbourne on Thursday, 6 August 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between New Plymouth Airport and Melbourne. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 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.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 12°C. February is typically the warmest month in Melbourne, when it usually averages around 26°C. You can expect the least rain in March. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 5°C. The rainiest month is September.
Currently, Air New Zealand offers the cheapest flight tickets to Melbourne.

Travelling from New Plymouth Airport (NPL) to Melbourne: what you need to know

  • Melbourne is two hours behind New Plymouth, where New Plymouth Airport is located. Melbourne observes the UTC+11 timezone.

  • For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to catch your NPL to Melbourne flight.

  • Travelling over a peak time like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even tick off a new city. When browsing for plane tickets from NPL to Melbourne, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:

    • Auckland Airport (AKL)

    • Christchurch International Airport (CHC)

    • Wellington International Airport (WLG)

  • NPL is around 10 kilometres from central New Plymouth. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Looking for a hotel near NPL? If you're catching an early flight from New Plymouth Airport to Melbourne, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:

  • Of all flights leaving New Plymouth Airport, 69.14% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

How to find the cheapest flights from New Plymouth Airport (NPL) to Melbourne

  • ₹ 21,180 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way New Plymouth Airport to Melbourne flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is ₹ 50,234. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.

  • To find cheap flights from NPL to Melbourne, book early. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.

  • Scoring cheap tickets from New Plymouth Airport to Melbourne is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to access the best prices across every month and score a sweet deal.

  • There's no need to keep looking every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's an updated deal for cheap flights from NPL to Melbourne.

  • Save money on your flight from New Plymouth Airport to Melbourne with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Airports in Melbourne

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 24 kilometres away.

  • Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 40 minutes.

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from New Plymouth Airport to Melbourne, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near MEL:

  • Grab a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car and explore Melbourne and beyond with your own set of wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast and Sixt are popular outlets you can book with here.

  • For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from NPL to Melbourne.

Avalon Airport (AVV)

  • Avalon Airport (AVV) is around 56 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. Once you've disembarked your flight from New Plymouth Airport to Melbourne, it'll take you around 50 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.

  • If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 2 hours 5 minutes or so.

  • Corio Bay Motel is a comfortable accommodation option within an easy drive of AVV. Unpack your bags here after your NPL to Melbourne flight and then put up the 'Do not disturb' sign to get some rest.

  • The quickest way to reach your destination is with an Avalon Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Sixt, Kangaroo Rental or yesaway car hire and hit the road in a heartbeat.

  • Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Booking your ride from AVV three weeks in advance often means more savings and a greater selection of vehicles.

Essendon Airport (MEB)

  • Essendon Airport (MEB) is around 19 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. It'll take you about 25 minutes to reach the city centre in a ride-share or taxi once you've stepped off your flight from New Plymouth Airport to Melbourne.

  • If you use public transport, the journey time is around 1 hour 15 minutes.

  • If you don't want to travel into the centre, choose a hotel close to MEB. Make yourself comfortable at one of these options after your NPL to Melbourne flight:

  • Whether you want an economy for solo travel or a spacious SUV to fit everyone and their gear, you'll find the perfect Essendon Airport rental car for you. Check out the range of wheels available here from companies such as East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar.

  • If you'd like a particular kind of vehicle, booking early increases your chances of snagging what you want. Reserve your ride from MEB a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from New Plymouth Airport to Melbourne.

Best time to go to Melbourne

  • Plan your trip to Melbourne during peak season if you prefer a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from New Plymouth Airport to Melbourne in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.

  • Before locking in your New Plymouth Airport to Melbourne plane ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. January is the warmest month in Melbourne, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 29ºC.

  • Search for cheap tickets from NPL to Melbourne in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC and 13ºC on average.

More about Melbourne

  • Start your Melbourne trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from New Plymouth Airport to Melbourne, explore our selection of hotels including:

  • All great holidays should include some sightseeing. National Gallery of Victoria, Federation Square and Eureka Skydeck 88 are attractions you won't want to skip in Melbourne.

Explore more of Australia

  • Melbourne has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Australia just waiting to be discovered. About 467 kilometres north-east of Melbourne, a visit to Canberra will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.

  • If there's time to check out another well-known destination in Australia, head for Launceston, about 451 kilometres south-east of Melbourne. City Park, Tamar Island Wetlands and James Boag Brewery Experience are key reasons to visit.

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