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Cheap flights from Christchurch to Australia from $164

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 16/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — SYD
9 Aug — 16 Aug1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Christchurch to Australia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Christchurch to Australia flight deals. Data was last updated 4 August 2025.

Round-trip from

$397

One-way from

$164

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$594

Good round-trip deal

$457 or less

Good one-way deal

$206 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 5/9-14/9
  • Nonstop
  • 10h 30m total
  • Christchurch to Australia
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 16/10
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 40m total
  • Christchurch to Australia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($64 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($15 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Christchurch to Australia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Christchurch to Australia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 4 August 2025.

Fri 5/907:05CHC - CNS
Nonstop5h 35mJetstar
Sun 14/922:55CNS - CHC
Nonstop4h 55mJetstar
Deal found 3/8$397
Thu 16/1016:05CHC - OOL
Nonstop3h 40mJetstar
Sat 8/1117:50OOL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 3/8$444
Wed 3/920:10CHC - OOL
1 stop13h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/918:55OOL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/8$464
Thu 11/908:20CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 15/918:25MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/8$471
Wed 3/919:10CHC - OOL
1 stop14h 40mAir New Zealand
Wed 10/911:55OOL - CHC
1 stop17h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/8$500
Mon 8/1206:00CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 55mAir New Zealand
Fri 12/1218:55MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/8$513
Thu 11/908:20CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Tue 16/923:55MEL - CHC
1 stop12h 40mJetstar
Deal found 1/8$523
Thu 28/810:00CHC - BNE
1 stop10h 25mAir New Zealand
Mon 1/919:35BNE - CHC
1 stop9h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 3/8$532
Mon 18/806:35CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 26/806:20SYD - CHC
1 stop23h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/8$557
Thu 28/815:30CHC - SYD
1 stop8h 10mAir New Zealand
Mon 1/909:55SYD - CHC
1 stop7h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 3/8$571
Sat 30/816:05CHC - SYD
1 stop8h 10mJetstar
Tue 9/915:15SYD - CHC
1 stop6h 55mJetstar
Deal found 3/8$579
Wed 3/910:30CHC - BNE
1 stop10h 25mJetstar
Wed 10/923:20BNE - CHC
1 stop14h 35mJetstar
Deal found 2/8$594

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Christchurch to Australia that are best for you.

Fly from

Christchurch

Fly to

Australia

Route

Departure

Return

Price

ChristchurchCairns

CHC - CNS

CHCCNS

Christchurch

Fri 5/9

07:05-10:40

Nonstop5h 35m

Cairns

Sun 14/9

22:55-05:50

Nonstop4h 55m

$397

ChristchurchCoolangatta

CHC - OOL

CHCOOL

Christchurch

Thu 16/10

16:05-16:45

Nonstop3h 40m

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Sat 8/11

17:50-00:05

Nonstop3h 15m

$444

ChristchurchCoolangatta

CHC - OOL

CHCOOL

Christchurch

Wed 3/9

20:10-07:50

1 stop13h 40m

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Wed 10/9

18:55-00:10

Nonstop3h 15m

$464

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Thu 11/9

08:20-10:05

Nonstop3h 45m

Melbourne

Mon 15/9

18:25-23:50

Nonstop3h 25m

$471

ChristchurchCoolangatta

CHC - OOL

CHCOOL

Christchurch

Wed 3/9

19:10-07:50

1 stop14h 40m

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Wed 10/9

11:55-07:25

1 stop17h 30m

$500

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Mon 8/12

06:00-07:55

Nonstop3h 55m

Melbourne

Fri 12/12

18:55-00:20

Nonstop3h 25m

$513

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Thu 11/9

08:20-10:05

Nonstop3h 45m

Melbourne

Tue 16/9

23:55-14:35

1 stop12h 40m

$523

ChristchurchBrisbane

CHC - BNE

CHCBNE

Christchurch

Thu 28/8

10:00-18:25

1 stop10h 25m

Brisbane

Mon 1/9

19:35-07:25

1 stop9h 50m

$532

ChristchurchSydney

CHC - SYD

CHCSYD

Christchurch

Thu 28/8

15:30-21:40

1 stop8h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 1/9

09:55-19:25

1 stop7h 30m

$571

ChristchurchSydney

CHC - SYD

CHCSYD

Christchurch

Sat 30/8

16:05-22:15

1 stop8h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 9/9

15:15-00:10

1 stop6h 55m

$579

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Best time to book a flight from Christchurch to Australia

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Christchurch to Australia

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Christchurch to Australia?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to Australia (average of $268). Flying from Christchurch to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $357). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CHC to AU?

Find hourly flight availability from Christchurch to Australia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 4 August 2025.

When flying from Christchurch to Australia, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Christchurch to Australia

Explore weekly flight availability from Christchurch to Australia. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 4 August 2025.

The most flights from CHC to AU0 are scheduled on a Tuesday (25 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (23 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Australia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Australia. 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 Australia. Reviews last updated 4 August 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Christchurch to Australia, such as Emirates, Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,302 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,302 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,302 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
501 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,302 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
887 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,302 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
461 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,302 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Christchurch to Australia?

    Christchurch (CHC), located 9.5 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Christchurch to Australia.

  • How popular is this Christchurch to Australia flight route?

    Flights from Christchurch to Australia have been viewed 16,797 times in the past calendar month.

  • What are the most popular routes from Christchurch to Australia?

    While some choose either Christchurch - Brisbane or Christchurch - Melbourne, Christchurch - Sydney Kingsford Smith is the most popular route from Christchurch to Australia.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Christchurch to Australia?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Christchurch to Australia are British Airways (79%), Emirates (79%) and American Airlines (76%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Christchurch to Australia?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,526 for a flight from Christchurch to Australia. The cheapest flight overall is $282 while the most popular route, (Christchurch - Sydney Kingsford Smith) is currently priced at $502.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Christchurch to Australia that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Christchurch to Australia flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Christchurch to Australia?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Christchurch to Australia.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Christchurch to Australia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Christchurch to Australia by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Christchurch to Australia?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to Australia (average of $268). Flying from Christchurch to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $357). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Christchurch to Australia

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Christchurch to Australia. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 4 August 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$292Average$727FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest$356Average$907FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$448Average$816FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$468Average$916FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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