Flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Whanganui (WAG)

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Melbourne to Whanganui Flight Information

Find the Cheapest Flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Whanganui (WAG)

Work hard, travel harder! Wotif brings you the cheapest Melbourne to Whanganui flights, making it possible to have a five star holiday without that five star price tag. Browse and compare our top MEL to WAG routes and airport options. So, go ahead and treat yourself, your sweetheart, or the kids to an unforgettable holiday this year.

to Information

Traveling From
Tullamarine
Origin Airport
Origin Airport IATA Code
MEL
Traveling To
Whanganui
Destination Airport
Destination Airport IATA Code
WAG
Number of Airlines Serving
Average Flight Time
hours mins
Direct Flight Time
hours mins
Flight Price
Address:
Wanganui ,
New Zealand
IATA code:
WAG
Longitude:
175.024443
Latitude:
-39.960921
Time zone:
Pacific/Auckland
Address:
Melbourne VIC,
Australia
IATA code:
MEL
Longitude:
144.843013
Latitude:
-37.673295
Time zone:
Australia/Sydney

Melbourne to Whanganui Flight Deals from

Considering a quick trip to Whanganui, but not sure which is the best route for you? Well, you’re in luck! Wotif has done the hard work, so all you need to do is check out these flights from MEL to WAG. With heaps of cheap fares from Melbourne, we guarantee you’ll be arriving to your holiday destination in style without emptying your bank account in the process.

It’s easy to book flights to Whanganui from Melbourne  

For a huge choice of flights, simply enter your travel dates and hit search and we’ll hunt out fantastic deals on one-way, return and multi-city airfares to Whanganui from Melbourne from different airlines. If you click the ‘direct flights’ box, you see flights that’ll get you to Whanganui in just hour(s) and mins, too.   

Snap up great deals on flights to Whanganui from Melbourne 

Choose from flights a day on average, with prices starting at and rising to depending on the cabin class, travel dates, and airline carrier. And if you’re up for a last-minute getaway, you can get great deals on flights from Melbourne to Whanganui today!  

Find cheap airfares to Whanganui from Melbourne 

Here are our insider tips for bagging a flight bargain: 

  • Look for midweek flights and late night, early morning arrival and departure times
  • Check out other airports near Melbourne and Whanganui
  • Avoid peak season (prices tend to be lower in )
  • Be flexible with your travel dates and you can usually get cheaper options  

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Great places to stay after flight from Melbourne to Whanganui

151 on London Motel

151 on London Motel

4.5 out of 5
151 London Street Whanganui
The price is NZ$166 per night from 28 Dec to 29 Dec
NZ$166
28 Dec - 29 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Whanganui. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a business centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (458 reviews)
Lovely decor and very comfortable

Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025

151 on London Motel
The Avenue Hotel

The Avenue Hotel

3 out of 5
379 Victoria Avenue Whanganui
The price is NZ$140 per night from 28 Dec to 29 Dec
NZ$140
28 Dec - 29 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Whanganui. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the room service ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (297 reviews)
Good location and customer service. Just needs a little 'refresh' pealing paint on light switches, cracked basin, towels fraying. But other than that a comfortable stay.

Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025

The Avenue Hotel
Gateway Motor Lodge Wanganui

Gateway Motor Lodge Wanganui

4 out of 5
59 Heads Road Whanganui
The price is NZ$189 per night from 29 Dec to 30 Dec
NZ$189
29 Dec - 30 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Whanganui. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Popular attractions Ward Observatory and Watt Fountain are located nearby.
8.8/10 Excellent! (279 reviews)
Clean room, friendly staff, good parking. Stay was comfortable and enjoyable. TV seemed very loud background ànf picture fuzzy maybe needs to be upgraded.

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

Gateway Motor Lodge Wanganui
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

^Savings based on all package bookings made with Flight + Hotel on Wotif.co.nz from , as compared to the price of the same components booked separately. Savings will vary based on origin/destination, length of trip, stay dates and selected travel supplier(s). Savings not available on all packages.