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Cheap flights from Christchurch to Cape Town from $1,512

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 9/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — CPT
27 Feb — 6 Mar1
1 adult

The best prices from Christchurch to Cape Town Intl are usually found in February or April, booked 12 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Saturday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Christchurch to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Christchurch (CHC) to Cape Town (CPT). 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 22 February 2025.

Round-trip from

$2,335

One-way from

$1,512

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,160
Emirates
  • Emirates
  • 8/4-15/4
  • 4 total stops
  • 107h 00m total
  • Christchurch to Cape Town
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Emirates
  • Emirates
  • 9/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 53h 50m total
  • Christchurch to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($358 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($106 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2025
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Cheapest flights from Christchurch to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Christchurch to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 February 2025.

Mon 3/1120:30CHC - CPT
3 stops33h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 24/1119:35CPT - CHC
2 stops41h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/2$1,932
Mon 3/1106:15CHC - CPT
3 stops38h 10mSingapore Airlines
Mon 24/1110:40CPT - CHC
3 stops27h 00mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 21/2$2,045
Tue 8/406:20CHC - CPT
2 stops63h 15mEmirates
Tue 15/418:25CPT - CHC
2 stops43h 45mEmirates
Deal found 21/2$2,335
Sun 23/1111:00CHC - CPT
3 stops40h 45mSouth African
Thu 11/1211:05CPT - CHC
3 stops35h 20mSouth African
Deal found 22/2$2,578

Find flights from Christchurch to Cape Town within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Christchurch to Cape Town that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 22 February 2025.

Fly from

Christchurch

Fly to

Cape Town

Route

Departure

Return

Price

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Tue 8/4

06:20-11:35

2 stops63h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 15/4

18:25-00:10

2 stops43h 45m

$2,335

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Tue 8/4

17:45-22:35

3 stops38h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 15/4

18:25-12:55

3 stops56h 30m

$2,729

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Wed 9/4

15:45-11:35

2 stops53h 50m

$1,512

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Wed 9/4

06:35-09:25

3 stops36h 50m

$2,295

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Best time to book a flight from Christchurch to Cape Town

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Travel insights for flights from Christchurch to Cape Town

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Christchurch to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Christchurch to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 14 February 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Christchurch to Cape Town, you should look to book at least 12 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to Cape Town (average of $1,242). Flying from Christchurch to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,740). 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 CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from Christchurch to Cape Town. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 22 February 2025.

When flying from Christchurch to Cape Town, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 38% versus a flight at midday.

Rainfall in Cape Town by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cape Town ranges from 20.0 - 100.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Cape Town when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

Temperature in Cape Town by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cape Town, 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 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 12.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. 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 Cape Town. Reviews last updated 22 February 2025.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,276 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,276 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,276 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,297 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,276 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Christchurch to Cape Town round-trip?

    Currently priced at $2,335, Emirates will fly you from Christchurch to Cape Town and back. In addition to Emirates, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Users have found that Emirates is 6% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Christchurch to Cape Town?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Christchurch to Cape Town 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 Cape Town?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to Cape Town (average of $1,242). Flying from Christchurch to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,740). 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 3 airlines flying from Christchurch to Cape Town

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Christchurch to Cape Town. 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 22 February 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,277Average$2,431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,793Average$2,282FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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EmiratesCheapest$2,151Average$2,817FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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