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Cheap flights to Christchurch from $292

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 17/8. 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.
CMH — CHC
21 May — 28 May1
1 adult
Tue 21/5
Tue 28/5

Flights to Christchurch in 2024

Find the latest flights to Christchurch in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 536,630 searches and data was last updated on 16 May 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$557

Return from

$492

One-way from

$292
High demand for flights, 11% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 3% potential price drop
Average for return flights in May 2024
From Sydney Kingsford Smith to Christchurch
One-way flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) to Christchurch (CHC)

Cheap flights to Christchurch in May & June 2024

Discover affordable flights and deals to Christchurch in May and June 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 536,630 searches and data was last updated on 16 May 2024.
The lowest-priced flights departing to Christchurch in May and June 2024 can be found below. If these deals fall outside of your budget, be sure to come back soon as prices update often.
Tue 28/508:10SYD - CHC
2 stops34h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 18/606:35CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5$543
Sat 22/609:15SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 05mAir New Zealand
Fri 28/620:10CHC - SYD
1 stop27h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/5$545
Thu 6/609:15SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 05mAir New Zealand
Sun 16/606:35CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/5$546
Fri 24/511:35SYD - CHC
1 stop18h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 26/506:35CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5$548
Sat 22/618:25SYD - CHC
1 stop12h 40mAir New Zealand
Fri 28/614:00CHC - SYD
1 stop9h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/5$551
Thu 13/618:10SYD - CHC
1 stop11h 15mAir New Zealand
Thu 20/606:35CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/5$554
Thu 13/610:45SYD - CHC
1 stop11h 20mJetstar
Thu 20/620:25CHC - SYD
1 stop13h 40mJetstar
Deal found 16/5$555
Thu 13/609:15SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 05mAir New Zealand
Thu 20/606:35CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/5$560
Tue 21/506:00SYD - CHC
1 stop16h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 28/506:35CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5$561

Christchurch 2024 flight deals

Explore flight deals for Christchurch in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 536,630 searches and data were last updated on 16 May 2024.
Browse some of the best deals on flights to Christchurch in 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Mon 5/817:55SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 05mAir New Zealand
Sun 11/806:35CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/5$492
Fri 26/717:55SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 05mAir New Zealand
Mon 5/806:35CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/5$498
Wed 17/717:55SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 05mAir New Zealand
Tue 23/706:35CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/5$501
Fri 2/817:55SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 05mAir New Zealand
Sun 11/806:35CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/5$503
Fri 19/717:55SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 05mAir New Zealand
Wed 24/706:35CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/5$510
Mon 5/818:30SYD - CHC
1 stop11h 20mJetstar
Mon 12/806:15CHC - SYD
1 stop13h 15mJetstar
Deal found 16/5$518
Fri 19/718:10SYD - CHC
1 stop23h 15mAir New Zealand
Wed 24/706:35CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/5$519
Wed 27/1118:05SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 10mAir New Zealand
Sun 1/1206:15CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/5$522
Mon 5/817:55SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 05mAir New Zealand
Sun 11/808:00CHC - SYD
1 stop11h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/5$524

Flights to Christchurch departing soon

Discover available last-minute flight options to Christchurch, providing immediate availability and potentially lower prices. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 536,630 searches and data was last updated on 16 May 2024.
Browse some of the flights available to Christchurch departing last-minute. Prices refresh often so be sure to come back soon for more deals.
Fri 24/511:35SYD - CHC
1 stop18h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 26/506:35CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5$548
Tue 21/506:00SYD - CHC
1 stop16h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 28/506:35CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5$561
Tue 21/508:10SYD - CHC
2 stops34h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 28/506:35CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5$563
Wed 22/511:35SYD - CHC
1 stop18h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 29/516:05CHC - SYD
1 stop17h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5$599
Wed 22/511:35SYD - CHC
1 stop6h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 29/506:35CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5$609
Tue 21/506:00SYD - CHC
1 stop16h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 23/506:15CHC - SYD
1 stop29h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5$627
Wed 22/511:35SYD - CHC
1 stop18h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 31/517:45CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5$630
Tue 21/518:45SYD - CHC
2 stops23h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 28/506:45CHC - SYD
1 stop12h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5$632
Tue 21/509:15SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 05mAir New Zealand
Thu 23/506:35CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 15/5$645

One-way flights to Christchurch

Explore one-way flight options to Christchurch for greater flexibility in your travel plans. Find up-to-date pricing and availability for one-way flights. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 536,630 searches and data was last updated on 16 May 2024.
Consider booking one of these one-way flights heading to Christchurch. Users can also find round-trip Christchurch flights by using the search form above.
Sat 17/817:55SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/5$292
Mon 29/719:10SYD - CHC
1 stop15h 50mJetstar
Deal found 16/5$295
Wed 22/511:35SYD - CHC
1 stop25h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5$296
Fri 23/811:35SYD - CHC
1 stop18h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5$305
Sun 28/717:55SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/5$307
Mon 29/717:55SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/5$308
Fri 21/617:55SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/5$310
Fri 21/611:35SYD - CHC
1 stop25h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5$314
Sun 26/511:35SYD - CHC
1 stop23h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5$317

Direct flights to Christchurch

Mon 5/817:55SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 05mAir New Zealand
Sun 11/806:35CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/5$492
Fri 26/717:55SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 05mAir New Zealand
Mon 5/806:35CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/5$498
Wed 17/717:55SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 05mAir New Zealand
Tue 23/706:35CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/5$501
Fri 2/817:55SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 05mAir New Zealand
Sun 11/806:35CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/5$503
Fri 19/717:55SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 05mAir New Zealand
Wed 24/706:35CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/5$510
Fri 6/917:55SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 05mAir New Zealand
Tue 10/906:35CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/5$519
Mon 1/717:55SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 05mAir New Zealand
Mon 15/706:35CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/5$543
Thu 6/609:15SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 05mAir New Zealand
Sun 16/606:35CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/5$546
Tue 5/1118:05SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 10mAir New Zealand
Tue 12/1106:15CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/5$549

Find flights to Christchurch within your budget

Locate flights to Christchurch that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 536,630 searches and data was last updated on 16 May 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Budget

$492 - $629

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Depart

Return

Price

Sydney Kingsford SmithChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 5/8

Nonstop3h 05m

Christchurch

Sun 11/8

Nonstop3h 40m

$492

Sydney Kingsford SmithChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 26/7

Nonstop3h 05m

Christchurch

Mon 5/8

Nonstop3h 40m

$498

Sydney Kingsford SmithChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 17/7

Nonstop3h 05m

Christchurch

Tue 23/7

Nonstop3h 40m

$501

Sydney Kingsford SmithChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 5/8

1 stop11h 20m

Christchurch

Mon 12/8

1 stop13h 15m

$518

Sydney Kingsford SmithChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 28/5

2 stops34h 20m

Christchurch

Tue 18/6

Nonstop3h 40m

$543

Sydney Kingsford SmithChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 6/6

1 stop18h 15m

Christchurch

Sun 16/6

Nonstop3h 40m

$548

Sydney Kingsford SmithChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 6/9

Nonstop3h 05m

Christchurch

Tue 10/9

1 stop13h 40m

$549

Sydney Kingsford SmithChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 13/6

1 stop11h 20m

Christchurch

Thu 20/6

1 stop13h 40m

$555

Sydney Kingsford SmithChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 3/11

Nonstop3h 05m

Christchurch

Thu 14/11

Nonstop3h 30m

$629

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Average price of flights to Christchurch by month

Plan your trip to Christchurch by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to Christchurch is currently $305 while a return flight costs $537. Price data was last updated on 12 May 2024.

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Christchurch (average of $344). Flying to Christchurch in December will prove the most costly (average of $431). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

$566

February

$567

March

$560

April

$561

May

$515

June

$621

July

$585

August

$569

September

$615

October

$567

November

$587

December

$645

Peak season

The capital city of New Zealand, Wellington, is located at the southern tip of the North Island on the edge of a sweeping harbour. Nicknamed ‘Windy Wellington’ by locals, it’s true that the city experiences lively gusts most of the year due to its exposed location on the Cook Strait. Still there’s much about this cool little city to charm visitors into taking cheap flights to Wellington, even if it’s just a stopover before heading north or south. From December to the end of February is generally the busiest time of year for visitors to Wellington. The warmer summer weather also coincides with the school holidays, so don’t be surprised if flight tickets are markedly higher than normal at this time. Wellington is a foodie city so be sure to check out some of its numerous cafes, restaurants and bars to sample the local produce and creative cuisine by top chefs. Popular events people book flights to Wellington for include: the Wellington Rugby Sevens in February, the World of Wearable Art (WOW) awards in September and the Toast Martinborough Festival in November.

Off Season

Although any time of year is great for visiting, if you like wild weather then winter is a good time to book cheap flights to Wellington. Bring warm clothing and wet weather gear, jackets and raincoats are advised; leave the umbrella at home, it will be torn from your grip in a flash. Be prepared to spend most of your time visiting indoor attractions or hunkered down in warm cafes drinking hot chocolate.

Temperature and rainfall in Christchurch by month

Plan your trip to Christchurch by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

CHC

Temperature

6 - 17 °C

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Christchurch, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 6.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to Christchurch?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight to Christchurch. Price data was last updated on 10 May 2024.

Mid to late-March is considered the optimal time of year to book a flight to Wellington as it is the most stable month weather wise and kids are back at school. Temperatures range between 14 – 18C at this time of year so bring a light jacket in case the weather changes. Book a couple of weeks ahead and travel mid week (excluding Fridays and Mondays) for discounted flight ticket prices.

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When is the cheapest time to fly to Christchurch?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return to Christchurch. Price data was last updated on 12 May 2024.
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Users looking for the lowest fares to Christchurch should consider flying on Tuesday afternoons, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Sunday mornings, when prices are usually at their highest.
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Reviews of airlines servicing Christchurch

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Christchurch. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Christchurch. Reviews last updated 16 May 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown Jetstar, Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways to Christchurch to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.3
Very Good
626 reviews

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

8.3
Very Good
626 reviews
8.3
Very Good
626 reviews

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

8.1
Very Good
3,955 reviews
8.3
Very Good
626 reviews

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

8.0
Very Good
246 reviews
8.3
Very Good
626 reviews

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

7.6
Good
967 reviews
8.3
Very Good
626 reviews

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

6.8
Okay
638 reviews
8.3
Very Good
626 reviews

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

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  • How long is the flight to Wellington?

    Flights from Sydney to Wellington – 3 hrs 15 mins Flights from Brisbane to Wellington – 3 hrs 50 Flights from Melbourne to Wellington – 3 hrs 40 mins Flights from Perth to Wellington – 8 hrs 50 mins

  • Which airlines operate flights to Wellington?

    Virgin Australia, Jet Star and Air New Zealand offer the cheapest flights to Wellington and service Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and the Gold Coast. Emirates and Qantas also operate flights to Wellington from the main Australian cities but you’ll generally pay more with these carriers.

  • How to get from the airport to the city centre?

    Wellington International Airport (WLG) is located 5.5 km south east of the city centre. The Airport Flyer express bus service leaves every 15 minutes and travels to the Hutt Valley, via Wellington central, to Queensgate. Taxi ranks are situated outside the baggage claim area on level 0 of the terminal building. There are five car rental companies that have desks at the airport if you plan on touring the area.

  • What does CHC mean?

    CHC stands for Christchurch Airport. Codes like this one are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Christchurch?

    For a flight to Christchurch, you will be flying into Christchurch. Christchurch (CHC) is just 9.5 km from the centre of the city. CHC handles an average of 21 flights per day from Sydney. You should also have a few airline options to choose from. 4 airlines have flights to Christchurch from Sydney.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Christchurch if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Christchurch on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Christchurch?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Jetstar is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Christchurch.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Christchurch?

    Christchurch Airport is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Christchurch. One-way flights to Christchurch Airport typically cost $44, while return flights cost around $73.

  • How much is a return flight to Christchurch?

    A return flight to Christchurch will typically cost around $130, however they can be found for as little as $49.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Christchurch depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Christchurch, Sydney offers the quickest one-way flight (3 hours 5 minutes).

  • Does Christchurch Airport have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Christchurch Airport can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Christchurch Airport?

    Yes. Christchurch Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Novotel Christchurch Airport is the closest property to Christchurch Airport (0.0 km away from Christchurch Airport).

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