Which airports can I use when flying from Christchurch to Cape Town?

Flights from Christchurch to Cape Town usually depart from Christchurch (CHC) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Christchurch to Cape Town?

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Christchurch to Cape Town: • Economy class • Premium Economy Class

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Christchurch to Cape Town?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 5% on flights from Christchurch to Cape Town. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $2,560 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $2,678, a difference of $118. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

Cape Town International Convention Centre is one of the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

Do I need a passport to fly from Christchurch to Cape Town?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from Christchurch to Cape Town changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return prices on this route varied from about $2,465 to $3,741. That means the highest observed fare was about 51% higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Christchurch to Cape Town looking right now?

One-way fares from Christchurch to Cape Town are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,449, which is 10% below the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between Christchurch and Cape Town?

Cape Town is 11 hours behind Christchurch (South Africa Time vs New Zealand Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Which car hire options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?

Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $5 for economy cars. Top options include: • Sixt • Europcar • Woodford • GREEN MOTION • Hertz

How much should I expect to pay for a Christchurch to Cape Town flight?

Return flights from Christchurch to Cape Town range from $2,435 to $2,877, with an average of $2,607 over the past 12 months. Anything below $2,435 counts as a good deal.

How much is a return flight from Christchurch to Cape Town?

Return flights from Christchurch to Cape Town typically range from $2,435 to $2,877. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $2,465 on Emirates.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Christchurch to Cape Town?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Christchurch to Cape Town. It’s 2% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 2% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Christchurch to Cape Town?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Christchurch to Cape Town at $2,474 return. •April ($2,949) and July ($2,893) are the most expensive months. •The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 19% on average. This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Christchurch to Cape Town?

Emirates ($2,465) and Singapore Airlines ($2,497) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Christchurch to Cape Town according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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$2,465

Typical prices: $2,435-$2,877

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Thu 15/2Fri 16/3

CHC - CPT • 2 stops

Cheapest one-way flight

$1,318

Typical prices: $1,459-$1,916

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Sat 24/2

CHC - CPT • 2 stops

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Mon, 15 Feb - Tue, 16 Mar

16:35 - 16:45CHC Christchurch-CPT Cape Town Intl

35h 10m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dubai Intl

20:00 - 00:10CPT Cape Town Intl-CHC Christchurch

41h 10m2 stops Dubai Intl Melbourne

$2,465Emirates

Mon, 15 Feb - Tue, 16 Mar

12:00 - 09:25CHC Christchurch-CPT Cape Town Intl

32h 25m3 stops Auckland Intl Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo

10:40 - 10:40CPT Cape Town Intl-CHC Christchurch

37h 00m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi

$2,497Singapore Airlines

Thu, 25 Feb - Sun, 28 Feb

15:45 - 18:00CHC Christchurch-CPT Cape Town Intl

37h 15m2 stops Melbourne Dubai Intl

18:30 - 14:15CPT Cape Town Intl-CHC Christchurch

32h 45m2 stops Dubai Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,549Emirates

Mon, 26 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov

18:10 - 11:35CHC Christchurch-CPT Cape Town Intl

52h 25m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dubai Intl

13:40 - 14:15CPT Cape Town Intl-CHC Christchurch

37h 35m2 stops Dubai Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,551Emirates

Thu, 25 Feb - Sun, 28 Feb

15:45 - 18:00CHC Christchurch-CPT Cape Town Intl

37h 15m2 stops Melbourne Dubai Intl

18:30 - 14:15CPT Cape Town Intl-CHC Christchurch

32h 45m2 stops Dubai Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,553Emirates

Mon, 15 Feb - Tue, 16 Mar

12:00 - 09:25CHC Christchurch-CPT Cape Town Intl

32h 25m3 stops Auckland Intl Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo

10:40 - 14:35CPT Cape Town Intl-CHC Christchurch

40h 55m3 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi Melbourne

$2,592Singapore Airlines

Mon, 26 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov

18:10 - 18:15CHC Christchurch-CPT Cape Town Intl

59h 05m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dubai Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo

11:25 - 14:15CPT Cape Town Intl-CHC Christchurch

39h 50m3 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Dubai Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,665Multiple Airlines

Sun, 14 Feb - Tue, 16 Mar

18:10 - 18:00CHC Christchurch-CPT Cape Town Intl

34h 50m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dubai Intl

17:25 - 14:15CPT Cape Town Intl-CHC Christchurch

33h 50m3 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Dubai Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,785Multiple Airlines

Thu, 25 Feb - Sun, 28 Feb

06:05 - 09:25CHC Christchurch-CPT Cape Town Intl

38h 20m3 stops Brisbane Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo

10:40 - 00:50CPT Cape Town Intl-CHC Christchurch

27h 10m3 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi Brisbane

$2,795Singapore Airlines

Tue, 24 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec

18:10 - 11:55CHC Christchurch-CPT Cape Town Intl

52h 45m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dubai Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo

14:35 - 14:15CPT Cape Town Intl-CHC Christchurch

36h 40m3 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Dubai Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,840Multiple Airlines

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How much is a return flight from Christchurch to Cape Town? This analysis is based on the cheapest return price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Christchurch to Cape Town departing in February.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Christchurch to Cape Town?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Christchurch to Cape Town. It’s 2% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 2% higher.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Christchurch to Cape Town? KAYAK internal proprietary data takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months for return flights from Christchurch to Cape Town, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.: •January is the cheapest month to fly from Christchurch to Cape Town at $2,474 return.
•April ($2,949) and July ($2,893) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 19% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Christchurch to Cape Town?
Two cabin classes are available on flights from Christchurch to Cape Town:

• Economy class
• Premium Economy Class
Do I need a passport to fly from Christchurch to Cape Town?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
How much should I expect to pay for a Christchurch to Cape Town flight?
Return flights from Christchurch to Cape Town range from $2,435 to $2,877, with an average of $2,607 over the past 12 months. Anything below $2,435 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Christchurch to Cape Town changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return prices on this route varied from about $2,465 to $3,741. That means the highest observed fare was about 51% higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Christchurch to Cape Town looking right now?
One-way fares from Christchurch to Cape Town are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,449, which is 10% below the typical average for this route.
Which car hire options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?
Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $5 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Sixt
• Europcar
• Woodford
• GREEN MOTION
• Hertz
Which airports can I use when flying from Christchurch to Cape Town?
Flights from Christchurch to Cape Town usually depart from Christchurch (CHC) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Christchurch to Cape Town?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 5% on flights from Christchurch to Cape Town. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $2,560 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $2,678, a difference of $118.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
What is the time difference between Christchurch and Cape Town?
Cape Town is 11 hours behind Christchurch (South Africa Time vs New Zealand Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?
Cape Town International Convention Centre is one of the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Sunday flights average $2,560, about $118 less than Monday fares (4% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Christchurch to Cape Town trip for January. Fares historically average $2,474 return in that month – typically $475 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cape Town Intl Airport.

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