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Cheap flights from Christchurch to Australia from $179

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CHC — SYD
25 Jan — 1 Feb1
1 adult

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Christchurch (CHC) to Australia (AU0). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 20 January 2025.

Round-trip from

$445

One-way from

$179
Jetstar
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  • 6h 50m total
  • Christchurch to Australia
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  • 3h 35m total
  • Christchurch to Australia
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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 20 January 2025.

Sat 8/316:10CHC - OOL
Nonstop3h 35mJetstar
Thu 13/317:50OOL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 20/1$445
Fri 31/1009:15CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Fri 7/1112:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 19/1$531
Sun 16/306:00CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 25/312:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1$558
Tue 25/206:00CHC - OOL
Nonstop3h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 13/317:50OOL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/1$565
Thu 13/320:30CHC - BNE
1 stop13h 55mJetstar
Mon 17/322:55BNE - CHC
1 stop12h 45mJetstar
Deal found 20/1$590
Wed 5/306:00CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 55mAir New Zealand
Sat 8/318:55MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 20/1$597
Tue 18/318:40CHC - SYD
1 stop16h 05mAir New Zealand
Thu 20/317:45SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 20/1$605
Thu 6/316:10CHC - SYD
1 stop7h 00mJetstar
Tue 11/306:25SYD - CHC
1 stop11h 30mJetstar
Deal found 19/1$617
Tue 5/815:45CHC - OOL
Nonstop3h 50mAir New Zealand
Tue 12/809:00OOL - CHC
Nonstop3h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 18/1$639
Wed 22/106:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 55mQantas Airways
Sun 2/218:55MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 19/1$640
Sun 6/421:00CHC - BNE
1 stop13h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 13/423:55BNE - CHC
1 stop14h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/1$640
Wed 6/820:10CHC - BNE
1 stop14h 20mAir New Zealand
Tue 12/819:15BNE - CHC
Nonstop3h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 18/1$642

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ChristchurchCoolangatta

CHC - OOL

CHCOOL

Christchurch

Sat 8/3

16:10-16:45

Nonstop3h 35m

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Thu 13/3

17:50-00:05

Nonstop3h 15m

$445

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Wed 26/3

08:50-10:40

Nonstop3h 50m

Melbourne

Sat 29/3

12:05-17:20

Nonstop3h 15m

$538

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Sun 16/3

06:00-07:55

Nonstop3h 55m

Melbourne

Tue 25/3

12:05-17:20

Nonstop3h 15m

$558

ChristchurchCoolangatta

CHC - OOL

CHCOOL

Christchurch

Tue 25/2

06:00-06:45

Nonstop3h 45m

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Thu 13/3

17:50-00:05

Nonstop3h 15m

$565

ChristchurchBrisbane

CHC - BNE

CHCBNE

Christchurch

Thu 13/3

20:30-07:25

1 stop13h 55m

Brisbane

Mon 17/3

22:55-14:40

1 stop12h 45m

$590

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Wed 5/3

06:00-07:55

Nonstop3h 55m

Melbourne

Sat 8/3

18:55-00:20

Nonstop3h 25m

$597

ChristchurchSydney

CHC - SYD

CHCSYD

Christchurch

Tue 18/3

18:40-08:45

1 stop16h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 20/3

17:45-22:55

Nonstop3h 10m

$605

ChristchurchSydney

CHC - SYD

CHCSYD

Christchurch

Thu 6/3

16:10-21:10

1 stop7h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 11/3

06:25-19:55

1 stop11h 30m

$617

ChristchurchBrisbane

CHC - BNE

CHCBNE

Christchurch

Sun 6/4

21:00-08:30

1 stop13h 30m

Brisbane

Sun 13/4

23:55-15:55

1 stop14h 00m

$640

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Thu 13/2

06:05-08:00

Nonstop3h 55m

Melbourne

Sun 16/2

18:55-00:15

Nonstop3h 20m

$657

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Best time to book a flight from Christchurch to Australia

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Travel insights for flights from Christchurch to Australia

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Christchurch to Australia including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 20 January 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 20 January 2025.

The most flights from CHC to AU0 are scheduled on a Monday (25 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (14 on average).

Rainfall in Australia by month

Plan your trip to Australia by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Australia ranges from 50.0 - 130.0 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 130.0 mm. September is typically the driest time to visit Australia when rainfall is around 50.0 mm.

Temperature in Australia by month

Plan your trip to Australia by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Australia, 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 22.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

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 20 January 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways and Jetstar from Christchurch to Australia by reading reviews from past customers. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,356 reviews
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Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,356 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,356 reviews
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Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,328 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,356 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
188 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,356 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
485 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,356 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
824 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,356 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Christchurch to Australia. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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 15,293 times in the past calendar month.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Christchurch to Australia one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $179 on Jetstar. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air New Zealand from $245 and Emirates from $277 one-way.

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

    While some choose either Christchurch - Melbourne or Christchurch - Brisbane, 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 Virgin Australia (95%), Air Canada (89%) and Asiana Airlines (89%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Christchurch to Australia?

    On average you can expect to pay $2,240 for a flight from Christchurch to Australia. The cheapest flight overall is $300 while the most popular route, (Christchurch - Sydney Kingsford Smith) is currently priced at $583.

  • 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 20 January 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
EmiratesCheapest$326Average$982FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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JetstarCheapest$356Average$773FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$421Average$987FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$461Average$887FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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