$1,022 Find Cheap Flights from South Africa to Christchurch

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Cheap Flights from South Africa to Christchurch

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from South Africa 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.
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Recent return flight deals from South Africa to Christchurch

Fri, 10 Oct - Fri, 17 Oct
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14:15 - 23:59CPT-CHC
22h 44m2 stops
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06:00 - 09:45CHC-CPT
38h 45m2 stops
$2,179
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Tue, 23 Sep - Mon, 29 Sep
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13:05 - 12:55CPT-CHC
37h 50m2 stops
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18:45 - 09:45CHC-CPT
50h 00m3 stops
$2,579
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Tue, 23 Sep - Mon, 29 Sep
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06:05 - 12:55CPT-CHC
44h 50m3 stops
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18:45 - 09:45CHC-CPT
50h 00m3 stops
$2,729
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Tue, 23 Sep - Mon, 29 Sep
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07:00 - 23:59CPT-CHC
30h 59m2 stops
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17:40 - 17:20CHC-CPT
58h 40m2 stops
$3,025Qantas Airways
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Fri, 10 Oct - Fri, 17 Oct
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14:15 - 23:59CPT-CHC
22h 44m2 stops
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18:20 - 12:45CHC-CPT
53h 25m3 stops
$3,330
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Wed, 1 Oct - Mon, 8 Dec
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18:25 - 01:00CPT-CHC
43h 35m2 stops
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09:15 - 11:40CHC-CPT
61h 25m2 stops
$3,599Emirates
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Wed, 1 Oct - Mon, 8 Dec
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18:25 - 01:00CPT-CHC
43h 35m2 stops
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09:15 - 11:40CHC-CPT
61h 25m2 stops
$3,606Emirates
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Wed, 1 Oct - Mon, 8 Dec
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13:05 - 01:00CPT-CHC
48h 55m2 stops
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09:15 - 11:40CHC-CPT
61h 25m2 stops
$3,618Emirates
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Wed, 1 Oct - Mon, 8 Dec
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18:25 - 01:00CPT-CHC
43h 35m2 stops
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20:35 - 19:55CHC-CPT
34h 20m3 stops
$4,060
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Wed, 1 Oct - Mon, 8 Dec
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18:25 - 01:00CPT-CHC
43h 35m2 stops
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18:20 - 19:55CHC-CPT
60h 35m3 stops
$4,140Emirates
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When to book
5 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 5 weeks in advance save around 19% compared to booking last minute.
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August
Cheapest • 10% price drop
December
Most popular
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Cheapest return fare
$2,179
Overall average: $1,860
Multi-carrier
Fri 10/10Fri 17/10
CPT - CHC • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
$1,022
Typical prices: $1,260-1472
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Thu 20/11
CPT - CHC • 2 stops
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KAYAK's insights & trends for flights to Christchurch

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 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 August, where tickets cost $1,823 on average for return flights. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and January, where the average cost of tickets from South Africa is $2,529 and $2,374 respectively. For one-way flights, the best month to travel is October with an average price of $1,860.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights to Christchurch, 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, you should book around 5 weeks before departure, which saves you about 19% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 25 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonJuly
Cheapest flight$1,022
Best time to beat the crowds (5% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (33% more expensive on average)
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FAQs - booking Christchurch flights

  • How far is Christchurch Airport from central Christchurch?

    The distance between Christchurch Airport and the city centre of Christchurch is 10 km.

  • What is the name of Christchurch’s airport?

    All flights to Christchurch land at Christchurch Airport. The airport code is CHC,and it can also be referred to as Christchurch or Christchurch Intl.

  • What is the cheapest day to fly to Christchurch?

    Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to Christchurch is Saturday where round-trip tickets can be as cheap as $2,105. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Monday, where round-trip prices are $2,458 on average.

  • 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.

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

    The cheapest time of day to fly to Christchurch is generally in the evening, when round-trip flights cost $1,254 on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Christchurch is generally at night, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $1,561.

  • How many direct flights to Christchurch are there each week?

    Each week there are around 600 direct flights from within South Africa to Christchurch. The most common day for departures is Friday, with 16% of flights taking off on this day.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Christchurch

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Nonstop data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying nonstop to Christchurch.
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Direct departures

South Africa to Christchurch

Monday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +27 more

ANA, Air Canada, +28 more

Tuesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air Chathams, +27 more

ANA, Air Canada, +28 more

Wednesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +28 more

ANA, Air Canada, +29 more

Thursday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +26 more

ANA, Air Canada, +27 more

Friday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +28 more

ANA, Air Canada, +29 more

Saturday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +27 more

ANA, Air Canada, +28 more

Sunday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +28 more

ANA, Air Canada, +29 more

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Direct returns

Christchurch to South Africa

Monday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +27 more

ANA, Air Canada, +28 more

Tuesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air Chathams, +27 more

ANA, Air Canada, +28 more

Wednesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +28 more

ANA, Air Canada, +29 more

Thursday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +26 more

ANA, Air Canada, +27 more

Friday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +28 more

ANA, Air Canada, +29 more

Saturday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +27 more

ANA, Air Canada, +28 more

Sunday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +28 more

ANA, Air Canada, +29 more

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Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying from South Africa to Christchurch

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying to Christchurch. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline from South Africa to Christchurch. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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EmiratesOverall score based on 3334 reviews
8.2Entertainment
7.9Food
8.1Boarding
8.0Comfort
8.3Crew
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This was my first time flying with Emirates. Overall, the experience was very good. I thought the seats in economy would have been a bit more comfortable, but, they seem to be on par with other airlines. The food was excellent and very satisfying. If you can afford it, I would definitely suggest upgrading to at lest premium economy seats for long haul flights.

8.0 ExcellentCarlton, Sept 2025CPT - DXB
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This was my first time flying with Emirates. Overall, the experience was very good. I thought the seats in economy would have been a bit more comfortable, but, they seem to be on par with other airlines. The food was excellent and very satisfying. If you can afford it, I would definitely suggest upgrading to at lest premium economy seats for long haul flights.

I lost my lock from my luggage, I don’t know someone took something from my bag.

They cancelled our flight, rebooked, cancelled that one. We are now flying New Zealand Air and need a refund please. How do we get it?

Emirates is superb service. The A380 was very comfortable. The cabin crew is really helpful

Over - amazing. The aircraft is somewhat old on this route.

First time and very memorable, the finest flying experience ive ever had

I would never have been able to make the transfer in time without asking for a wheelchair

The boarding process was smooth and the stewardesses were nice. Some delays with drinks at the end of the flight, but no issues.

Very uncomfortable aircraft. No free entertainment or drinks. Food okay. Won't fly with them again.

Comfort good. Service as usual poor. Cabin temperature as usual too cold, about 15 degrees

The business class seats were very uncomfortable. When in lie flat position my legs were very restricted.

The staff on the plane were attentive and friendly. The frustration with the cabin crew was that we were served second to special diet people. And, we were in economy section. The boarding staff was mediocre. Got scolded for requesting to sit with spouse on 14 hours long flight home. Was told they cannot break up families for us. Didn’t understand how we were denied sitting together as we are husband and wife. After many words of exchange, we were accommodated. Cleaning crew did a horrible job! Bathrooms were unsanitary or dirty from beginning of flight! Didn’t expect sparkling as its economy, but did except decent.

Crew and service excellent. 2 hour delay for takeoff. SQ app showed flight on time.

Headwind delayed our flight which wasn’t the airlines fault

The food wasn’t good at all. I skipped meals .

Food from Surabaya was below average but from Singapore is much better

The usual excellent experience with Singapore Airlines. The airplane was on time and actually early to Haneda Airport. The onboarding experience was pleasant with no delays, perhaps owing to the fact that the flight was not full. Nevertheless, the air crew were their usual outstanding standards in serving the passengers.

We were not given option for meals since they ran out of the other option but good thing the remaining options tasted great.

Horrendous. We upgraded and they took the money but cancelled one of our tickets. The recline action didn’t work on the seats for the flight from Singapore to London, pre booked meals but they seemed to have disappeared as well.. Phone customer service was horrendous. Took 5 phone calls and no fix. Craig at the airport was the only one who seemed to be able to get the ticket back.

Very good flight from Boarding to landing -efficient and comfortable with decent entertainment options

Just want to do a little more clean up so does not smell like urine.

The economy seats are incredibly tight. A large percent of the traveling public will not fit. I will not fly Cathay again because of this. You are literally squeezing passengers for profit. The CEO should fly some economy flights.

it was a great experience as far as business class.. but I have had better meals and wine on other airlines.. that said.. the price was a great value for what I got in return.. crew made the difference.

Great. Efficient boarding process with the face recognition. Plenty of cabin space for luggage.

Entertainment for kids was good. Good was terrible, needs lots of work.

The only problem I had was not being able to download my boarding passes prior to arriving at the airport. Everything else was perfect.

Better. I took an aisle seat this time. Although the overheard compartment above the seat ahead of me kept opening up during flight.

If I had blood clots, that window seat would've killed me for certain.

The food and service was great. You have to pay a lot for in flight Internet though which is lame.

I had high expectations but met with a below average experience. I hope the Airline will take a notice and improve.

The food options were beef or veg, No alternatives for Hindus, that don't eat beef...

Flight was on time Seats ( business class) are terrible- you keep on slipping down as it doesn’t lie flat Food service is like economy class. Meals ( still wrapped in plastic) are just dropped in front of you

On time flight; otherwise not impressed by the check- in- purchased business class and the aircraft was downgraded; no refund given for the difference. Told I could access the lounge due to the above and was questioned by the lounge check- in person who was not friendly

Flight was cancelled with no notification until I reached the check-in desk at the airport. I also got downgraded and they lost my luggage.

Very bad. Linda the hostess was very rude all the time

Very bad, Linda the hostess was very rude all the time

The flight SA227 on 2nd March Sao Paulo to Cape Town was delayed by 3 hours. All other flights leaving Sao Paulo left on time. We were told that we were waiting for push back and a routing from Air traffic control. I don't believe this, what was the real reason for the flight delay?

I think more immigration officers at Or Tambo- I spent 90 mins in a queue before I can assisted and most people missed their appointments and meetings

Not sure it was a basic airline so nothing much to like but what was annoying was they delayed so much we missed our connecting flight and we had to almost fight to be out on the next flight and also even get food

Everything the crew werr nice and helpful plus the food was good

by the time they got to our row, they were out of some of the food options. games and movies were great but maybe more game options like tetris or pac man would be great

A few more inches of legroom is all i ask

One of the best Qantas business flights I've had. Quality product

Great as usual, some delays but well communicated and made up for in the air

Business class points redemption - good value for points paid, dubious value if out of your own pocket, domestic class business product okay for this length of flight. The flight left and arrived on time, crew were good, aircraft was a bit old and tired, but still miles ahead of their competitors in Virgin and Jetstar.

Airline running better than post Covid, proper boarding process now implemented, some aircraft feeling a bit old and tired, crew fine, online experience better.

Traditional economy class. Not a full flight so spare seats. Food and drinks were good

Inflight entertainment, poor that there are no headrest screens on aircraft used for an international flight.

The Emerits/Qantas flight was cancelled to Wellington. We need a refund. Had to buy another airline ticket. How do we get the refund. Still not in Wellington.

Touch screens were very difficult to use, generally being laggy and unresponsive- it was quite an art to get it to play the thing you wanted rather than some thing at random. Selection of films and Tv was good when touchscreen decided to finally respond.

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