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Find cheap flights to Christchurch from $59

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight to Christchurch departing on 7/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results for flights to Christchurch, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheap flight deals to Christchurch

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights to Christchurch 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.
13:15 - 14:35AKL-CHC
1h 20mdirect
11:25 - 12:45CHC-AKL
1h 20mdirect
$71Jetstar
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Wed, 19 Jun - Wed, 3 Jul
13:15 - 14:35AKL-CHC
1h 20mdirect
13:50 - 15:10CHC-AKL
1h 20mdirect
$94Jetstar
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Wed, 29 May - Wed, 5 Jun
11:40 - 13:00AKL-CHC
1h 20mdirect
06:15 - 07:35CHC-AKL
1h 20mdirect
$95Jetstar
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Tue, 7 May - Tue, 21 May
09:25 - 10:50AKL-CHC
1h 25mdirect
06:15 - 07:35CHC-AKL
1h 20mdirect
$100Jetstar
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Mon, 3 Jun - Fri, 7 Jun
18:30 - 19:50AKL-CHC
1h 20mdirect
08:35 - 09:55CHC-AKL
1h 20mdirect
$102Jetstar
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Tue, 4 Jun - Mon, 10 Jun
06:25 - 07:50AKL-CHC
1h 25mdirect
21:00 - 22:25CHC-AKL
1h 25mdirect
Thu, 2 May - Mon, 6 May
13:35 - 14:40DUD-CHC
1h 05mdirect
19:30 - 20:35CHC-DUD
1h 05mdirect
$236Air New Zealand
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Wed, 28 Aug - Sat, 31 Aug
19:55 - 20:50NSN-CHC
0h 55mdirect
08:35 - 15:30CHC-NSN
6h 55m1 stop
$255Air New Zealand
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Fri, 26 Apr - Sun, 28 Apr
10:15 - 11:20DUD-CHC
1h 05mdirect
19:30 - 20:35CHC-DUD
1h 05mdirect
$263Air New Zealand
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Wed, 28 Aug - Sat, 31 Aug
15:25 - 16:45PMR-CHC
1h 20mdirect
08:15 - 09:35CHC-PMR
1h 20mdirect
$268Air New Zealand
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Tue, 6 Aug - Wed, 7 Aug

Flights to Christchurch - Travel Insights & Trends

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

What is the cheapest flight to Christchurch?

These are the best prices found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
The cheapest airline ticket to Christchurch from the New Zealand in the last 72 hours was $97 one-way, and $115 round-trip on the route from Wellington to Christchurch. The most popular route is from Auckland to Christchurch and the cheapest ticket found on this route in the last 72 hours was $71 return.

How much is a flight to Christchurch?

The average and cheapest price for all flights to Christchurch from each origin found by users searching on KAYAK in the last month.
On average, a flight to Christchurch costs $276. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks cost $47 and departed from Wellington. The most popular routes on KAYAK are Auckland to Christchurch which costs $267 on average, and Wellington to Christchurch, which costs $272 on average.
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What is the cheapest day to fly to Christchurch?

The average price of all flights to Christchurch clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to Christchurch is Tuesday where tickets can be as cheap as $239. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Sunday, where prices are $308 on average.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Christchurch?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights to Christchurch, 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 to Christchurch is November, where tickets cost $171 on average for one-way flights. On the other hand, the most expensive months are April and August, where the average cost of tickets from New Zealand is $304 and $301 respectively. For return trips, the best month to travel is June with an average price of $217.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Christchurch?

The average price for all flights to Christchurch depending on the time of departure, clicked by users on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.
The cheapest time of day to fly to Christchurch is generally in the afternoon, when flights cost $247 on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Christchurch is generally in the evening, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $285.

What is a good deal for flights to Christchurch?

If you’re looking for cheap airfare to Christchurch, 25% of our users found tickets to Christchurch for the following prices or less: From Wellington $59 one-way - $153 return, from Auckland $99 one-way - $152 return, from Palmerston North $124 one-way - $312 return.

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

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights to Christchurch, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price, you should book around 5 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 74 days before departure.

Which airlines fly to Christchurch?

In general from New Zealand, Air New Zealand, Jetstar and Sounds Air fly the most to Christchurch. See the amount of flights per week for popular airlines flying to Christchurch.

Which airline offers the most flights to Christchurch?

Of the 4 airlines that fly to Christchurch, Air New Zealand offers the most flights, with around 599 per week, followed by Jetstar with 95 flights per week.

How long is the flight to Christchurch?

The duration of your flight to Christchurch depends on your departure and arrival airports. Obviously any flights that include a layover will also be longer. The most popular routes to Christchurch on KAYAK are from Wellington, which takes 0h 50m, Queenstown, which takes 0h 55m, Dunedin, which takes 1h 05m, and Auckland, which takes 1h 20m.

How many direct flights to Christchurch are there each day?

There are around 105 direct flights from within New Zealand to Christchurch every day. Most flights depart in the morning, with 06:00 the most common departure time and 53% of flights departing in the morning.

How many direct flights to Christchurch are there each week?

Each week there are around 734 direct flights from within New Zealand to Christchurch. The most common day for departures is Friday, with 16% of flights taking off on this day.

How many long-haul flights are there to Christchurch each week?

Each week there are around 10 long-haul flights (6-12 hour flight duration), 3 medium-haul (3-6 hour flight duration) and 861 short-haul (up to 3 hour flight duration) flights to Christchurch. The most long-haul flights depart from Singapore.

How many cities have direct flights to Christchurch?

From New Zealand, there are direct flights to Christchurch from 16 cities. The city with the most direct flights is Auckland, with 182 direct flights each week.

Good to know

Low season

May

High season

April

Cheapest flight

$59
Best time to beat the crowds (11% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (5% more expensive on average)
Flight from Wellington to Christchurch

When to book flights to Christchurch

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel to Christchurch based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. The information is for flights to Christchurch based on your location. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs - booking Christchurch flights

  • Are there any onsite hotels at Christchurch Airport?

    There are no hotels located within the grounds of Christchurch Airport, however Sudima Hotel Christchurch Airport is the closest and is only 700m away from the terminal. You can either take a short walk to reach the hotel or arrange to be picked up by a free shuttle. A Superior Room is perfect for a small family, with two double beds and an ensuite bathroom.

  • Can I catch public transport from Christchurch Airport to the city?

    The number 29 public bus operates a service that connects Christchurch Airport to Central Station. The trip only takes approximately 30 min in travel time to reach Christchurch Bus Interchange which is in the heart of the city. You can purchase a ticket once you board the bus from the driver, which will cost NZ$ 8.50 for an adult and NZ$ 2.65 for a child.

  • What is the cheapest flight to Christchurch?

    The cheapest airline ticket to Christchurch from the New Zealand in the last 72 hours was $97 one-way, and $115 round-trip on the route from Wellington to Christchurch. The most popular route is from Auckland to Christchurch and the cheapest ticket found on this route in the last 72 hours was $71 return.

  • How far is Christchurch from central Christchurch?

    Christchurch is 10 km from the centre of Christchurch.

  • What is the name of Christchurch’s airport?

    When flying to Christchurch, you'll arrive at Christchurch (CHC). The airport is also known as Christchurch or Christchurch Intl.

  • How much is a flight to Christchurch?

    On average, a flight to Christchurch costs $276. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks cost $47 and departed from Wellington Airport.

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

    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 to Christchurch.

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

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

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

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Christchurch 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 to Christchurch?

    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 to Christchurch up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding cheap flights to Christchurch

  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Christchurch flight deals.
  • Christchurch Airport (CHC) is the biggest travel hub for the South Island, and is close to Mount Hutt and Mount Taylor, which both have popular ski resorts during the winter.
  • A Children’s Play Area is located on Level 1 of Christchurch Airport (CHC) so that you can let your kids release some energy after the flight.
  • If you are being picked up from Christchurch Airport and require assistance to reach your vehicle, contact the Airport Services department as they can arrange to provide support to help you move throughout the terminal building to reach the car park. Special mobility parks are available on the ground floor of the multi-level car park which is directly opposite the terminal.
  • Should you have forgotten any toiletries or have any post-flight medical needs, a pharmacy is located on Level 1 of Christchurch Airport. TravelPharm has a broad range of healthcare items and medicines, however it does not dispense prescriptions.
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Prefer to fly direct to Christchurch?

Find which airlines fly direct to Christchurch, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

New Zealand to Christchurch

Monday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +24 more

ANA, Air Canada, +25 more

Tuesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air Chathams, +25 more

ANA, Air Canada, +26 more

Wednesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air Chathams, +25 more

ANA, Air Canada, +26 more

Thursday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +24 more

ANA, Air Canada, +25 more

Friday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +24 more

ANA, Air Canada, +25 more

Saturday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +24 more

ANA, Air Canada, +25 more

Sunday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +24 more

ANA, Air Canada, +25 more

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Direct returns

Christchurch to New Zealand

Monday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +24 more

ANA, Air Canada, +25 more

Tuesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air Chathams, +25 more

ANA, Air Canada, +26 more

Wednesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air Chathams, +25 more

ANA, Air Canada, +26 more

Thursday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +24 more

ANA, Air Canada, +25 more

Friday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +24 more

ANA, Air Canada, +25 more

Saturday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +24 more

ANA, Air Canada, +25 more

Sunday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +24 more

ANA, Air Canada, +25 more

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Top airlines flying to Christchurch

Need help choosing which airline to fly with to Christchurch? 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 KAYAK reviews.
8.1
Air New ZealandOverall score based on 695 reviews
79entertainment
83boarding
81comfort
88crew
83overall
76food
Airline reviews

Food was not good. We asked for Muslim food and it was weird tasteless type of boiled veges.

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Food was not good. We asked for Muslim food and it was weird tasteless type of boiled veges.

Crew were pleasant, happy to be there and were a joy to be around. Entire operation was professional, well thought out and ran like a Swiss clock.

United flight from SFO to PDX was cancelled. I will ask for a refund. Had to book on Alaska

They announced food service but then never came around. We also couldn’t land so kept trying to get to runway and then had to come up and go around happened like 3 times and cause the child next to me to start throwing up

There was a snafu with confirming seats at check which left us in limbo for the second leg of our trip. I believe the ANZ app is not well integrated with the systems at the terminal resulting in this disconcerting error.

Flight attendants are always pleasant and helpful. Pilot kept us updated.

Just a hiccup being added to the NZ Traveller Declaration a bit late.

Boarding instructions on one leg of my journey were not well communicated at the gate (Melbourne to Auckland)

The only thing that was less than excellent was the food server at dinner. (I had the chicken.) It wasn't that it was poorly heated or in difficult-to-open containers; it was just that it had a very peculiar taste. And I use that to describe not just the main course but the dessert as well. Very odd flavours for what seemed to be a mainstream item. I did like that the airline offered us a free glass of wine. The breakfast omelette wasn't bad, although it was quite bland.

No refunds for flights that I could not take due to Covid restrictions

Note that food has to be purchased in flight. No free food. And no entertainment in flight. So I’ve treated these two items as okay which, in this case, means neutral/not applicable.

I got to the airport earlier than I expected, and they let me change to an earlier flight with no trouble.

The price difference/saving isn't sufficient to compensate the experience difference, don't recommend unless flight is under 3 hours. Huge queues for check in and the priority lane of other ailines blocked checked in Jetstar passengers from proceeding through to screening. Gate change to a "dungeon gate" that didn't have toilets in the vicinity. 45minute delay in boarding, no updates or explaination, let alone apology for any inconvenience. 1 scanner working for a full fight to board, no coordination. Loaded on to crowded buses to get on the plane in the middle of the tarmac, up stairs with no explaination. 4 bus trips. No system for boarding in sections. Over an hour late departing. Nothing complimentary, not even water or in-flight music. Pay wave not available and no cash sales. Staff onboard were friendly and professional.

Flight was delayed by 1 hour, we board then had to sit on the tarmac for another hour before take off. The flight was fine but again another delay with the baggage which took another hour to appear on the carousel.

Check in was awful. Crowded and staff was lazy. Service for food was slow, could have turned off the lights much earlier which could make the red eye flight much more convenient

Plane was late leaving darwin so we didn’t get home till 1130pm 2nd time in a fortnight that has happened. Hard when you have to work the next day

Worst airline ever. No need to go into detail as everything is terrible. Do not do it - whatever the price.

Captains address to passengers was excellent. Knee room in seating was very uncomfortable.

Flight departing too early at 06.15 Difficult to get to airport

Plane was more than 3 hrs delayed as the only plane on that day. Had to wait 1 hrs in the plane which was very unpleasent.

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Recent return flight deals

 
These are the cheapest return flights to Christchurch found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
19/6Wed
directJetstar
1h 20mAKL-CHC
3/7Wed
directJetstar
1h 20mCHC-AKL
$71
29/5Wed
directJetstar
1h 20mAKL-CHC
5/6Wed
directJetstar
1h 20mCHC-AKL
$94
7/5Tue
directJetstar
1h 20mAKL-CHC
21/5Tue
directJetstar
1h 20mCHC-AKL
$95
3/6Mon
directJetstar
1h 25mAKL-CHC
7/6Fri
directJetstar
1h 20mCHC-AKL
$100
4/6Tue
directJetstar
1h 20mAKL-CHC
10/6Mon
directJetstar
1h 20mCHC-AKL
$102
2/5Thu
direct
1h 25mAKL-CHC
6/5Mon
direct
1h 25mCHC-AKL
$179
28/8Wed
directAir New Zealand
1h 05mDUD-CHC
31/8Sat
directAir New Zealand
1h 05mCHC-DUD
$236
26/4Fri
directAir New Zealand
0h 55mNSN-CHC
28/4Sun
1 stopAir New Zealand
6h 55mCHC-NSN
$255
28/8Wed
directAir New Zealand
1h 05mDUD-CHC
31/8Sat
directAir New Zealand
1h 05mCHC-DUD
$263
6/8Tue
directAir New Zealand
1h 20mPMR-CHC
7/8Wed
directAir New Zealand
1h 20mCHC-PMR
$268

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best deals for one-way flights to Christchurch found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
7/6Fri
directJetstar
0h 50mWLG-CHC
$59
3/4Wed
directJetstar
1h 20mAKL-CHC
$80
25/4Thu
directAir New Zealand
1h 05mWLG-CHC
$89
17/4Wed
directAir New Zealand
1h 25mAKL-CHC
$112
14/9Sat
1 stop
5h 25mROT-CHC
$146
19/7Fri
1 stop
3h 25mROT-CHC
$210
20/7Sat
directQantas Airways
1h 55mROT-CHC
$750
7/4Sun
1 stopEmirates
18h 05mAKL-CHC
$923
2/4Tue
1 stopEmirates
17h 05mAKL-CHC
$925
15/7Mon
directQantas Airways
1h 55mROT-CHC
$1,442

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Last minute flights to Christchurch

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights to Christchurch that are departing in the next 10 days.
20/3Wed
directJetstar
0h 50mWLG-CHC
22/4Mon
directJetstar
0h 50mCHC-WLG
$153
20/3Wed
directJetstar
0h 50mWLG-CHC
22/4Mon
multi-stopJetstar
10h 40mCHC-WLG
$302
19/3Tue
directJetstar
1h 25mAKL-CHC
19/3Tue
directJetstar
1h 20mCHC-AKL
$486
21/3Thu
directJetstar
1h 25mAKL-CHC
23/3Sat
multi-stopJetstar
12h 00mCHC-AKL
$506
22/3Fri
directJetstar
1h 25mAKL-CHC
24/3Sun
directJetstar
1h 20mCHC-AKL
$514
23/3Sat
direct
1h 25mAKL-CHC
25/3Mon
direct
1h 20mCHC-AKL
$534
21/3Thu
directAir New Zealand
1h 05mWLG-CHC
21/3Thu
directAir New Zealand
1h 00mCHC-WLG
$573
23/3Sat
directAir New Zealand
1h 25mAKL-CHC
28/3Thu
multi-stopAir New Zealand
2h 45mCHC-AKL
$604
23/3Sat
multi-stopAir New Zealand
4h 10mAKL-CHC
28/3Thu
multi-stopAir New Zealand
2h 45mCHC-AKL
$649
19/3Tue
multi-stopAir New Zealand
6h 45mAKL-CHC
19/3Tue
multi-stopAir New Zealand
3h 15mCHC-AKL
$696

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Flights to Christchurch

Destination:

Christchurch (CHC)New Zealand

Return flight deals:

Christchurch - New Zealand

Cabin classes:

$1,749
$3,281
$97