| Distance | about 2,635 km |
|---|---|
| Flying time | Midsize jet about 3 h 45 min · heavy jet about 3 h 30 min |
| Aircraft that fly it non-stop | Midsize jets and larger |
| Airports at Melbourne | Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) (MEL / YMML), Essendon Fields (MEB / YMEN) and Avalon Airport (AVV / YMAV) |
| Airports at Auckland | Auckland Airport (AKL / NZAA) |
| Border formalities | International flight: customs and immigration at the arrival airport, and often at departure. We plan the permissions. |
Distances are great-circle between the main airports; flying times are indicative.
Why fly Melbourne to Auckland privately
Auckland is the most common first stop in New Zealand for Australian business travellers, and private flights here serve corporate teams, sports groups and families. The Tasman crossing takes a midsize jet a little under four hours.
International flights clear customs and immigration at both ends. We plan the permissions and tell you exactly what each passenger needs.
Who flies this route
- Business and corporate travel
- Sports teams and event groups
- Family travel
- Onward flights to Queenstown and the South Island
Choosing the aircraft
A midsize jet is the comfortable choice for most groups on this sector; a light jet can also fly it for smaller parties travelling light. See the aircraft guide for what each class carries, or what drives the price.
Airports and planning
Melbourne: Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine), Essendon Fields, Avalon Airport. Auckland: Auckland Airport.
International flights clear customs and immigration at both ends. Private jet hire Melbourne and private jet hire Auckland have more on the airports at each end.
Flying from Melbourne? Read our guide to Melbourne private jet airports.
Melbourne to Auckland: frequently asked questions
How long does it take to fly from Melbourne to Auckland by private jet?
About 3 h 45 min by midsize jet over roughly 2,635 km. A light jet takes about 4 h 10 min and a turboprop about 5 h 40 min. Times are indicative and depend on the aircraft, winds and routing.
How much does a private jet from Melbourne to Auckland cost?
The price depends on the aircraft, the date and whether you fly one way or return, so there is no single figure. Send us the date and the number of passengers for a fixed quote, or read what drives the cost of a private jet charter.
Which aircraft can fly Melbourne to Auckland?
Midsize jets and larger can fly it non-stop. A midsize jet is the comfortable choice for most groups on this sector; a light jet can also fly it for smaller parties travelling light.
Which airports do you use for Melbourne and Auckland?
At Melbourne: Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine), Essendon Fields and Avalon Airport. At Auckland: Auckland Airport. We choose the best pairing for your aircraft, timing and destination.
What happens if the flight is cancelled because of the weather?
If the flight is cancelled because of the weather, you pay nothing.
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