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$117+ Cheap flights to Christchurch

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 11/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— CHC
24 Mar — 31 Mar1
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Flights to Christchurch in 2025

Find the latest flights to Christchurch in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 134,765 searches and data was last updated on 19 March 2025.

Return from

$131

One-way from

$120

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$239

Good round-trip deal

$154 or less

Good one-way deal

$89 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 1/4-30/4
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 45m total
  • Auckland to Christchurch
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 2/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 4h 25m total
  • Auckland to Christchurch
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($63 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($13 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for return flights in March 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Auckland Intl to Christchurch.
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from Auckland Intl to Christchurch.
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Cheapest flights to Christchurch
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Christchurch. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 19 March 2025.

Tue 1/418:30AKL - CHC
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Wed 30/406:15CHC - AKL
Nonstop1h 20mJetstar
Deal found 18/3$131
Wed 19/1106:40AKL - CHC
Nonstop1h 25mAir New Zealand
Thu 20/1109:15CHC - AKL
Nonstop1h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 18/3$194
Tue 15/419:00AKL - CHC
Nonstop1h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 22/420:30CHC - AKL
Nonstop1h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/3$285

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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 134,765 searches and data was last updated on 19 March 2025.
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Auckland

Route

Departure

Return

Price

AucklandChristchurch

AKL - CHC

AKLCHC

Auckland Intl

Tue 1/4

18:30-19:55

Nonstop1h 25m

Christchurch

Wed 30/4

06:15-07:35

Nonstop1h 20m

$131

AucklandChristchurch

AKL - CHC

AKLCHC

Auckland Intl

Thu 3/4

06:00-07:25

Nonstop1h 25m

Christchurch

Tue 15/4

06:15-07:35

Nonstop1h 20m

$194

AucklandChristchurch

AKL - CHC

AKLCHC

Auckland Intl

Sat 5/7

06:40-08:05

Nonstop1h 25m

Christchurch

Sat 5/7

15:30-16:55

Nonstop1h 25m

$217

AucklandChristchurch

AKL - CHC

AKLCHC

Auckland Intl

Fri 11/4

19:50-21:15

Nonstop1h 25m

$117

AucklandChristchurch

AKL - CHC

AKLCHC

Auckland Intl

Sun 6/4

21:15-22:40

Nonstop1h 25m

$127

AucklandChristchurch

AKL - CHC

AKLCHC

Auckland Intl

Sun 18/5

06:45-20:55

2 stops38h 10m

$253

AucklandChristchurch

AKL - CHC

AKLCHC

Auckland Intl

Fri 28/3

20:55-23:55

3 stops27h 00m

$1,158

AucklandChristchurch

AKL - CHC

AKLCHC

Auckland Intl

Tue 26/8

08:25-09:50

Nonstop1h 25m

$1,282

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Best time to book a flight to Christchurch

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Christchurch

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

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

The price you pay for your flight to Christchurch may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 74 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

How long is the flight to Christchurch?

On average, a flight from Auckland to Christchurch takes 1 hour 20 minutes. Flights to Christchurch from other popular cities in New Zealand will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Christchurch?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Auckland to Christchurch. Price data was last updated on 16 March 2025.

Users looking for the lowest fares to Christchurch should consider flying on Monday at midday, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Sunday mornings, when prices are usually at their highest.

Weekly flight availability to Christchurch

The most flights from Auckland to Christchurch are scheduled on a Tuesday (110 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (73 on average).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Christchurch?

The most popular airlines flying from Auckland to Christchurch are Jetstar and Air New Zealand.

Jetstar

Jetstar

From $61

Air New Zealand

Air New Zealand

From $95

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Christchurch?

The cheapest airlines flying from Auckland to Christchurch are Jetstar and Air New Zealand.

Rainfall in Christchurch by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Christchurch ranges from 40.0 - 60.0 mm per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Christchurch when rainfall is around 40.0 mm.

Temperature in Christchurch by month

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

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).

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 19 March 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways to Christchurch. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,197 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

AKL - DXB

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,197 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,197 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

AKL - DXB

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
452 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,197 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

AKL - DXB

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!
Qantas Airways
7.4
Good
815 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,197 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

AKL - DXB

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
434 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,197 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

AKL - DXB

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!

FAQs about flying to Christchurch

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

    If you book a flight to Christchurch, you will be flying into Christchurch, which is the city’s only airport. Christchurch (CHC) is located 9.5 km from the centre of Christchurch. There are 89 flights from Auckland to Christchurch per day from 2 different airlines.

  • 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 is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Christchurch. One-way flights to Christchurch typically cost $40, while return flights cost around $91.

  • How much is a return flight to Christchurch?

    A return flight to Christchurch will typically cost around $1,514, however they can be found for as little as $53.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Christchurch depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Christchurch, Wellington offers the quickest one-way flight (0 hours 50 minutes).

  • Does Christchurch have rental cars?

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

  • Are there hotels close to Christchurch?

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

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