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Cheap flights from Christchurch to California from $740

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 26/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — LAX
23 Apr — 30 Apr1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Christchurch to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Christchurch to California flight deals. Data was last updated 18 April 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,385

One-way from

$740

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,798

Good round-trip deal

$1,994 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,005 or less
10/5-26/5
  • 10/5-26/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 41h 20m total
  • Christchurch to California
26/5
  • 26/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 21h 25m total
  • Christchurch to California
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($85 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($42 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Christchurch to California.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Christchurch to California.

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Cheapest flights from Christchurch to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Christchurch to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 April 2025.

Sat 10/513:15CHC - LAX
1 stop18h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 26/523:55LAX - CHC
2 stops22h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/4$1,385
Sun 4/516:40CHC - SFO
1 stop20h 05mQantas Airways
Sun 18/517:49SFO - CHC
2 stops26h 36mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/4$1,741
Tue 29/406:10CHC - LAX
1 stop29h 30mQantas Airways
Tue 13/521:50LAX - CHC
1 stop31h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/4$1,745
Sun 1/609:40CHC - SFO
2 stops27h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/616:18SFO - CHC
2 stops28h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4$1,822
Thu 25/906:10CHC - SFO
1 stop21h 05mUnited Airlines
Mon 29/923:35SFO - CHC
1 stop42h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 17/4$2,079
Sun 28/1212:10CHC - LAX
2 stops17h 55mAir New Zealand
Wed 21/120:00LAX - CHC
2 stops20h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/4$2,130
Fri 2/516:40CHC - SAN
2 stops33h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/518:27SAN - CHC
2 stops34h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4$2,636
Tue 29/413:15CHC - LAX
2 stops24h 47mFiji Airways
Tue 13/523:55LAX - CHC
2 stops26h 20mFiji Airways
Deal found 17/4$2,747
Fri 2/517:00CHC - SFO
1 stop14h 50mAir New Zealand
Mon 5/516:45SFO - CHC
2 stops23h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 17/4$3,117
Mon 5/506:05CHC - LAX
2 stops29h 03mAir Canada
Tue 20/507:30LAX - CHC
3 stops35h 55mAir Canada
Deal found 17/4$3,196
Sat 25/1015:25CHC - LAX
3 stops40h 50mSingapore Airlines
Fri 14/1119:50LAX - CHC
2 stops31h 50mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 17/4$3,270
Fri 4/716:40CHC - LAX
2 stops47h 55mChina Airlines
Fri 18/700:55LAX - CHC
2 stops52h 04mChina Airlines
Deal found 17/4$3,299

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

Fly from

Christchurch

Fly to

California

Route

Departure

Return

Price

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Sat 10/5

13:15-12:55

1 stop18h 40m

Los Angeles

Mon 26/5

23:55-17:35

2 stops22h 40m

$1,385

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Sun 4/5

16:40-17:45

1 stop20h 05m

San Francisco

Sun 18/5

17:49-15:25

2 stops26h 36m

$1,741

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Tue 29/4

06:10-16:40

1 stop29h 30m

Los Angeles

Tue 13/5

21:50-00:10

1 stop31h 20m

$1,745

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Sun 1/6

09:40-17:45

2 stops27h 05m

San Francisco

Sun 8/6

16:18-15:25

2 stops28h 07m

$1,822

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Thu 25/9

06:10-08:15

1 stop21h 05m

San Francisco

Mon 29/9

23:35-14:30

1 stop42h 55m

$2,079

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Fri 4/7

14:30-13:20

2 stops17h 50m

Los Angeles

Sat 19/7

19:50-10:25

2 stops19h 35m

$2,148

ChristchurchSan Diego

CHC - SAN

CHCSAN

Christchurch

Fri 2/5

16:40-07:30

2 stops33h 50m

San Diego

Mon 5/5

18:27-00:10

2 stops34h 43m

$2,636

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Tue 29/4

13:15-19:02

2 stops24h 47m

Los Angeles

Tue 13/5

23:55-21:15

2 stops26h 20m

$2,747

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Fri 2/5

17:00-12:50

1 stop14h 50m

San Francisco

Mon 5/5

16:45-11:25

2 stops23h 40m

$3,117

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Mon 5/5

06:05-16:08

2 stops29h 03m

Los Angeles

Tue 20/5

07:30-14:25

3 stops35h 55m

$3,196

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to California (average of $758). Flying from Christchurch to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,000). 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 CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Christchurch to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 18 April 2025.

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

Rainfall in California by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 87.0 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 87.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in California by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 14.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated 18 April 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with China Airlines, Fiji Airways and Singapore Airlines from Christchurch to California by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 9.5 km from the city centre, Christchurch (CHC) is the airport most travellers will use when flying to California from Christchurch.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $848 on Qantas Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air New Zealand from $875 and United Airlines from $898 one-way.

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Christchurch to California 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 California?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to California (average of $758). Flying from Christchurch to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,000). 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 6 airlines flying from Christchurch to California

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Christchurch to California. 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 18 April 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$922Average$1,204FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,050Average$1,562FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,083Average$1,340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,160Average$1,714FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,316Average$1,952FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,406Average$1,778FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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