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Flight deals from Papeete to Melbourne

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Papeete Airport to Melbourne? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from C$1,388. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Melbourne.C$705 per passenger.Departing Wed., May 27.One-way flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Papeete on Wed., May 27, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$705, select.
Melbourne.C$706 per passenger.Departing Wed., Nov. 11.One-way flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Papeete on Wed., Nov. 11, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$706, select.
Melbourne.C$706 per passenger.Departing Fri., Sep. 4.One-way flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Papeete on Fri., Sep. 4, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$706, select.
Melbourne.C$707 per passenger.Departing Wed., Aug. 26.One-way flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Papeete on Wed., Aug. 26, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$707, select.
Melbourne.C$716 per passenger.Departing Sat., Feb. 6.One-way flight with Air Tahiti Nui.Outbound indirect flight with Air Tahiti Nui, departs from Papeete on Sat., Feb. 6, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$716, select.
Melbourne.C$719 per passenger.Departing Fri., Jan. 8.One-way flight with Air Tahiti Nui.Outbound indirect flight with Air Tahiti Nui, departs from Papeete on Fri., Jan. 8, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$719, select.
Melbourne.C$720 per passenger.Departing Sat., Oct. 3.One-way flight with Air Tahiti Nui.Outbound indirect flight with Air Tahiti Nui, departs from Papeete on Sat., Oct. 3, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$720, select.
Melbourne.C$869 per passenger.Departing Wed., Jun. 10.One-way flight with Air Tahiti Nui.Outbound indirect flight with Air Tahiti Nui, departs from Papeete on Wed., Jun. 10, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$869, select.
Melbourne.C$1,030 per passenger.Departing Wed., Apr. 22.One-way flight with Air Tahiti Nui.Outbound indirect flight with Air Tahiti Nui, departs from Papeete on Wed., Apr. 22, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,030, select.
Melbourne.C$1,093 per passenger.Departing Wed., Jul. 8.One-way flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Papeete on Wed., Jul. 8, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,093, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Papeete to Melbourne

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Papeete to Melbourne flights are currently cheapest in May.
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from C$1,030
May
from C$705
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from C$869
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from C$1,093
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from C$707
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from C$720
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Alternative Papeete to Melbourne routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Papeete 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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Melbourne Avalon

50km from central Melbourne
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Papeete to Melbourne: Flight information

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Cheapest flight foundC$705
Cheapest month to flyMay

Finding cheap flights from Papeete 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 Papeete to Melbourne is C$1,386. 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 Papeete to Melbourne. But we found flights with one or more stops from C$1,389.
As of April 2026, there are no flights flying from Papeete to Melbourne.
The cheapest month to fly from Papeete to Melbourne is usually October.
If you're flying from Papeete 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 C$1,386.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Papeete Airport to Melbourne on Saturday, October 3, 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Papeete 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 April, the average temperature is usually around 15°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 Tahiti Nui offers the cheapest flight tickets to Melbourne.

Flying from Tahiti Faa'an Airport (PPT) to Melbourne: what you need to know

  • The timezone in Melbourne is UTC+11. The city is 21 hours ahead of Papeete, where Tahiti Faa'an Airport is located.

  • For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from PPT to Melbourne.

  • If you're taking off during a major holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.

  • Central Papeete to PPT is around 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 11 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.

  • Planning to catch an early flight from Tahiti Faa'an Airport to Melbourne? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near PPT:

How to find the cheapest flights from Tahiti Faa'an Airport (PPT) to Melbourne

  • C$705 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Tahiti Faa'an Airport to Melbourne. Return flights start from C$1,386. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.

  • It's often best to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from PPT to Melbourne. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the departure date.

  • If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when looking for a ticket from Tahiti Faa'an Airport to Melbourne.

  • Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. We'll let you know straight away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you time checking for cheap tickets from PPT to Melbourne every day.

  • Tailor your travel plans with filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Tahiti Faa'an Airport to Melbourne.

Airports in Melbourne

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is around 24 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 28 minutes.

  • Travelling by public transport will take you around 42 minutes.

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Tahiti Faa'an Airport to Melbourne. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MEL instead:

Avalon Airport (AVV)

  • The centre of Melbourne is approximately 56 kilometres from Avalon Airport (AVV). Once your flight from Tahiti Faa'an Airport to Melbourne has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 51 minutes.

  • You can also travel using public transport, which typically takes 2 hours and 4 minutes.

  • Settle in and unpack not long after your flight from PPT to Melbourne at Little River Bed and Breakfast. This comfy accommodation option is an easy drive from AVV.

Best time to go to Melbourne

  • It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Tahiti Faa'an Airport to Melbourne. July is the most popular month to visit Melbourne. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.

  • The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your flights from Tahiti Faa'an Airport to Melbourne in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • Search for cheap flights from PPT to Melbourne in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC and 13ºC on average.

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