$69 Find Cheap Flights from Christchurch to New Zealand

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Cheap Flights from Christchurch to New Zealand

Cheapest return prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours
Auckland
Aucklanddirect$147
Wellington
Wellingtondirect$134
Queenstown
Queenstowndirect$192
Nelson
Nelsondirect$207
Dunedin
Dunedindirect$230
Hamilton
Hamiltondirect$144
Napier
Napier1 stop$346
Tauranga
Tauranga1 stop$345
Invercargill
Invercargilldirect$297
Rotorua
Rotorua1 stop$439
Auckland
Aucklanddirect$147
Wellington
Wellingtondirect$134
Queenstown
Queenstowndirect$192
Nelson
Nelsondirect$207
Dunedin
Dunedindirect$230
Hamilton
Hamiltondirect$144
Napier
Napier1 stop$346
Tauranga
Tauranga1 stop$345
Invercargill
Invercargilldirect$297
Rotorua
Rotorua1 stop$439

Book Cheap Christchurch to New Zealand Plane Tickets

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Christchurch to New Zealand that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from Christchurch to New Zealand

Wed, 22 Apr - Wed, 29 Apr
Jetstar Logo
06:45 - 07:35
CHC
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WLG
0h 50mdirect
Jetstar Logo
19:40 - 20:30
WLG
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CHC
0h 50mdirect
$134Jetstar
Sat, 15 Aug - Sat, 22 Aug
Jetstar Logo
18:10 - 19:00
CHC
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WLG
0h 50mdirect
Jetstar Logo
19:40 - 20:30
WLG
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CHC
0h 50mdirect
$137Jetstar
Wed, 20 May - Wed, 27 May
Jetstar Logo
06:45 - 07:35
CHC
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WLG
0h 50mdirect
Jetstar Logo
19:40 - 20:30
WLG
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CHC
0h 50mdirect
$139Jetstar
Tue, 21 Apr - Wed, 22 Apr
Jetstar Logo
18:10 - 19:00
CHC
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WLG
0h 50mdirect
Jetstar Logo
19:40 - 20:30
WLG
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CHC
0h 50mdirect
$142Jetstar
Wed, 3 Jun - Tue, 23 Jun
Jetstar Logo
09:15 - 10:30
CHC
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HLZ
1h 15mdirect
Jetstar Logo
11:05 - 12:20
HLZ
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CHC
1h 15mdirect
$144Jetstar
Wed, 3 Jun - Sat, 20 Jun
Jetstar Logo
06:45 - 07:35
CHC
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WLG
0h 50mdirect
Jetstar Logo
19:40 - 20:30
WLG
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CHC
0h 50mdirect
$146Jetstar
Wed, 29 Apr - Wed, 6 May
Air New Zealand Logo
08:40 - 09:40
CHC
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ZQN
1h 00mdirect
Air New Zealand Logo
10:25 - 11:20
ZQN
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CHC
0h 55mdirect
$192Air New Zealand
Tue, 28 Apr - Tue, 5 May
Air New Zealand Logo
08:40 - 09:40
CHC
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ZQN
1h 00mdirect
Air New Zealand Logo
10:25 - 11:20
ZQN
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CHC
0h 55mdirect
$206Air New Zealand
Tue, 28 Apr - Tue, 5 May
Air New Zealand Logo
11:35 - 12:35
CHC
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NSN
1h 00mdirect
Air New Zealand Logo
13:05 - 14:00
NSN
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CHC
0h 55mdirect
$207Air New Zealand
Wed, 29 Apr - Wed, 6 May
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:10 - 06:50
CHC
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NSN
12h 40m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:25 - 20:30
NSN
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CHC
3h 05m
1 stop
$391Multiple Airlines
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Christchurch to New Zealand flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Christchurch to New Zealand to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly, and much more.

What is the cheapest Christchurch to New Zealand flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest ticket to New Zealand from Christchurch found in the last 72 hours was to Auckland, at $94 return. The most popular route is from Christchurch (CHC) to Auckland (AKL), and the cheapest round-trip airline ticket found on this route in the last 72 hours was $94.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to New Zealand?

The average price for all round-trip flights from Christchurch to New Zealand depending on the time of departure, clicked by users on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

The cheapest time of day to fly to New Zealand is generally in the morning, when retur flights cost $261 on average. Morning departures are around 70% cheaper than evening flights, on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to New Zealand is generally in the evening, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $875.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Christchurch to New Zealand?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $408, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Christchurch to New Zealand?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Christchurch to New Zealand, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Christchurch to New Zealand is August, when tickets cost $151 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are April and February, when the average cost of return tickets is $230 and $214 respectively.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Christchurch to New Zealand?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Christchurch to New Zealand clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to New Zealand on a Friday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Monday is the most expensive day to fly from Christchurch to New Zealand. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Tuesday and avoiding Sundays for the best deals.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Christchurch to New Zealand?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Christchurch to New Zealand, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below-average price on a flight from Christchurch to New Zealand, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 46% compared to booking last-minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 8 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flight$69
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 3% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 4% lower on average.
Flight from Christchurch to Wellington

Flights from Christchurch to New Zealand: the best tips from KAYAK users

Insights shared by verified travellers who flew the route from Christchurch to New Zealand 
MichelleFlew with Air New Zealand
CHC
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HKK
Nov 2025
Make sure you have a back up plan for transportation. My ride was unfortunately delayed due to a multiple car accident that closed the road for seven hours. I had no way to get to my hotel near Greymouth.There are no taxis, but I was fortunate enough to find a lovely bus driver who dropped me at my hotel on her route to Greymouth.
Verified travelerFlew with Air New Zealand
CHC
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AKL
Apr 2025
The connection from domestic to international terminal involves outside walk, marked by Green Line on floor, not enough signage, exposure to elements
Verified travelerFlew with Air New Zealand
CHC
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AKL
Jan 2025
Dress comfortably. Make sure also have a change of clothes.

FAQs - booking New Zealand flights

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Christchurch to New Zealand?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Christchurch to New Zealand.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Christchurch to New Zealand?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from Christchurch to New Zealand is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Christchurch to New Zealand?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly from Christchurch to New Zealand with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Christchurch to New Zealand?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying from Christchurch to New Zealand up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to New Zealand

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found tickets from Christchurch to the following destinations at these prices or less: Auckland $101 one-way - $147 round-trip; Hamilton $91 one-way - $197 round-trip; Wellington $95 one-way - $160 round-trip

Reviews of the top 4 airlines flying from Christchurch to New Zealand

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Christchurch to New Zealand? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.1
Fiji AirwaysOverall score based on 233 reviews
7.5Food
8.2Boarding
8.1Comfort
8.5Crew
7.5Entertainment
Airline reviews

Left on time , arrived on time. Staff was awesome!!!!! Great flight!!!!

10.0 ExcellentNick, Mar 2026
NAN - LAX
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Left on time , arrived on time. Staff was awesome!!!!! Great flight!!!!

Great food, wonderful staff made a long flight seem short

Everything was great . Arrived on time was smooth plane was clean. Crew/Staff was friendly and helpful.

Everything from the staff to the comfort of business class was excellent. This is one of my new favorite airlines.

Ticketing said dinner for the almost 14 hour flight and we were delayed an hour. However, onboard we were only served a sluce if pizza bread and a cookie. Not at all dinner and insufficient for a long international flight. Breakfast was good.

We have had an absolutely horrific experience so far getting home from Australia on a $18,000 + flight we booked with you. The flight did not deplane in Dallas because there was no available gate or staircase. We sat in the plane for 3 hours waiting to deplane. As a result we missed our connecting flight to New York. American Airlines put us up in a hotel several miles away. We waited 45 minutes for a shuttle and The shuttle driver was horribly rude and unhelpful. They offered us $70 vouchers for food but actually there was no food left when we arrived minus some chicken nuggets and corn dogs. It was awful. Horrible way to end a vacation. There has to be accountability here.

A bit cramped in economy and the people in front wouldn’t put their seats up during meal service, crew did not help with that and I felt they could have done more about it.

The airline is ok, but it needs to improve it schedules.

Again, Fijian hospitality was genuine, very comfortable, only improvement would be the entertainment. Why Do they only have 5 episodes of TV shows and from like season three...

Fiji Airways was amazing, will definately be lfying them again. The "Fijian hospitality" is not a catch phrase, it is genuine. the only things that could be improved is the entertainment. Not a great choice of movies, and the TV shows only have about 5 or so episodes, and often of a random season.

The crew were absolutely fantastic. They actively asked if passengers wanted refills and if they were comfortable. I was extremely impressed.

Food was great. More vegetarian options on menu would be great!

They changed the flight time without telling us and were unwilling to help with rebooking because we booked through orbits/kayak

I liked everything: the service, the food, the cleanness. I flew last year with Qatar Airways, so I can compare. Emirates did much better! Especially their meals and service.

The main issue was that the flight from trivandrum to Dubai was delayed which resulted in arriving late in Dubai. Coincidentally the flight leaving out of Dubai to jfk was also delayed for different reason. Despite we reached the gate ( through wheel chair assistance) along with 10 other passengers we were not let in. The gate was open and yet was refrained from entering. We were then requested to flight the next morning. Meal vouchers were provided but the hotel reservations were not made and took a lot longer to receive that. If Emirates knew about the delay and was certain the passengers will not be able to board the next flight shouldn't they have prepared these ahead of time?

Emirates A380s are always wonderful to fly on. Their crews, food and service are always excellent. They are typically on time and the only thing I would change (maybe newer or upgraded aircraft have this) is bluetooth so I can pair my noise cancelling headphones without a cable.

Premium economy was worth it-comfort was definitely better than economy class. The seats were more comfortable, blankets and pillows thicker

Could not board flight due to visa issue and emirates staff at the airport refused to help rebook flight because it was made by another provider. It took hours of communicating with my provider and Emirates staff each of whom said it was the others responsibility. As the time passed, I was eventually told it was too late for rebooking as I needed to do this at least three hours before the flight. Emirates staff also said the would unboard me but I believe I was recorded as a no show. Our first flight from Sydney to Dubai was more cramped than other airlines which was surprising considering their reputation.

It was delayed for 2 hrs. Flight attendants were not attentive.

Had to do shuttle bus both times during the transfer. It was waaay longer than acceptable. These 777s need a refurbishment really badly. Emirates and Dubai Airport used to be top notch. Now overcrowded and outdated.

The Air New Zealand product is terrible, it's as expensive as a Jetstar ticket with add ons but with surely staff and old aircraft.

Great service. Food could be improved but overall a very good airline

Wonderful trip. Everyone from checking in to the gate to the flight itself was amazing - kind, helpful, and has a beautiful smile.

The Premium Economy seats were very comfortable and the food was quite tasty. I did not use the entertainment system, but I was able to charge my phone and tablet with the seatback connection.

The seats are feeling very hard to sit on. All the padding is flat, like sitting on a park bench for over an hour

Nothing better than Air New Zealand. Top scores in every category.

Space between seats on Air New Zealand is generally tight. The crew on this flight was excellent! Very attentive and nice. You get free wine or beer and chips and of course the Air New Zealand candies. 1 hour and 35 min flight approximately.

All good, except entertainment system could have been better. More choices.

Your entertainment could be better. I flew on Air New Zealand in January so was expecting a better choice in February...but no luck. Same choices and also could have a better selection. Otherwise, lovely service, the purser came to our seats to welcome us. Overall, very nice. Direct flight from Auckland to YVR was fantastic!

I was not even on that flight and did not even book a ticket. Kayak did a phenomenal job

The smells on this plane were disgusting. So many sweaty and unhygienic people i couldn't stand it. I dream of being anywhere else in the world when I am on a JetStar flight they suck.

One of the better flights I’ve had w Jetstar. Smooth boarding, early take off, on time landing, very courteous crew, clean plane.

local frequent travellers know that Jetstar’s flights between MEL and LST are turnaround flights so those in the morning tend to run on time and become delayed increasingly through the day. We observed how the staff at check in and boarding try to assist, guide and facilitate travellers - they were courteous, efficient, amiable while enforcing Jetstar’s baggage requirements. They try to speed up boarding by having passengers board from both front and back. We would take Jetstar again.

The issue was a 4 hour delay to takeoff with very sketchy information provided about the available of the flights delay. Passengers were not informed of gate changes and how long the delay might be. It ended with a late night 2 hour drive to our home which was not ideal for elderly people.

Flight was fine with boarding starting a few minutes early. Not a fan of the crew pushing political messaging regarding indigenous naming of Brisbane city… really pushed it like I haven’t heard on Jetstar before.

The flight ticket were not reimbursed on Jan 22nd from Auckland to Wellington. Very Very dissatisfied.Please reimburse the ticket of my onward travel.

Improved experience over our last years flight when also we flew local but on an international scheduled flight. The double processing is still unwelcome i.e. by security and then by border force having to produce a licence and boarding pass repeatedly on departure and return. Obviously suits the airline rather than the local traveller. The flight and crew were good though a helper on return was offhand having to push the wheel chair did the bare minimum we felt.

Flight on time. New plane. No entertainment screen just device. No offer of water. Didn’t order food.

Over four hours late. No entertainment without paying and same for food. Asked to check in at original time even though we were told it was going to be very late leaving. Way too long time to hang around the airport. Arriving to Sydney luggage did not arrive for an hour. Had to get staff to go and find out what was going on. All this made for a very long day and night for a eight hour flight.

Jet star delayed both trips with poor communication. Passengers were made to change gates often and then left to stand with no seating. As someone getting over surgery this was very trying.

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