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Cheap flights from Adelaide to Christchurch from $483

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 30/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ADL — CHC
24 Jan — 31 Jan1
1 adult

The best prices from Adelaide to Christchurch are usually found in May or August, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Adelaide to Christchurch

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Adelaide (ADL) to Christchurch (CHC). 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 19 January 2025.

Round-trip from

$857

One-way from

$483

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$955
Emirates
  • Emirates
  • 17/3-23/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 25h 25m total
  • Adelaide to Christchurch
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Emirates
  • Emirates
  • 30/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 15h 00m total
  • Adelaide to Christchurch
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High demand for flights, 2% potential price rise
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Cheapest flights from Adelaide to Christchurch
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Adelaide to Christchurch. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 19 January 2025.

Mon 17/320:00ADL - CHC
1 stop16h 55mEmirates
Sun 23/316:30CHC - ADL
1 stop8h 30mEmirates
Deal found 19/1$857
Sat 12/706:00ADL - CHC
1 stop15h 20mAir New Zealand
Sat 26/708:45CHC - ADL
1 stop28h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 19/1$891
Thu 27/318:30ADL - CHC
1 stop20h 20mJetstar
Mon 31/309:20CHC - ADL
1 stop14h 15mJetstar
Deal found 18/1$909
Thu 27/307:55ADL - CHC
1 stop13h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 31/309:20CHC - ADL
1 stop15h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/1$912
Mon 17/320:40ADL - CHC
1 stop15h 25mQantas Airways
Sun 23/306:45CHC - ADL
2 stops29h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 19/1$918

Find flights from Adelaide to Christchurch within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Adelaide to Christchurch 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 19 January 2025.

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AdelaideChristchurch

ADL - CHC

ADLCHC

Adelaide

Mon 17/3

20:00-15:25

1 stop16h 55m

Christchurch

Sun 23/3

16:30-22:30

1 stop8h 30m

$857

AdelaideChristchurch

ADL - CHC

ADLCHC

Adelaide

Sat 12/7

06:00-23:50

1 stop15h 20m

Christchurch

Sat 26/7

08:45-10:55

1 stop28h 40m

$891

AdelaideChristchurch

ADL - CHC

ADLCHC

Adelaide

Thu 27/3

18:30-17:20

1 stop20h 20m

Christchurch

Mon 31/3

09:20-21:05

1 stop14h 15m

$909

AdelaideChristchurch

ADL - CHC

ADLCHC

Adelaide

Thu 27/3

07:55-00:20

1 stop13h 55m

Christchurch

Mon 31/3

09:20-21:55

1 stop15h 05m

$912

AdelaideChristchurch

ADL - CHC

ADLCHC

Adelaide

Mon 17/3

20:40-14:35

1 stop15h 25m

Christchurch

Sun 23/3

06:45-09:25

2 stops29h 10m

$918

AdelaideChristchurch

ADL - CHC

ADLCHC

Adelaide

Wed 30/4

06:50-00:20

1 stop15h 00m

$483

AdelaideChristchurch

ADL - CHC

ADLCHC

Adelaide

Fri 24/1

07:05-00:15

1 stop14h 40m

$547

AdelaideChristchurch

ADL - CHC

ADLCHC

Adelaide

Wed 30/4

12:00-21:15

2 stops30h 45m

$563

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Deals found on 19/1

Best time to book a flight from Adelaide to Christchurch

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Travel insights for flights from Adelaide to Christchurch

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Adelaide to Christchurch. Price data was last updated on 17 January 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Adelaide to Christchurch, you should look to book at least 60 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 Adelaide to Christchurch?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Adelaide to Christchurch (average of $102). Flying from Adelaide to Christchurch in November is currently the most expensive (average of $194). 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 ADL to CHC?

Find hourly flight availability from Adelaide to Christchurch. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 19 January 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Adelaide to Christchurch in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 16% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

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 inches 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 January 2025.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,355 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Check in was poor, understaffed. ICE system old and no live channels. All in Emirates service is declining

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,355 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,355 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Check in was poor, understaffed. ICE system old and no live channels. All in Emirates service is declining

Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
485 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,355 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Check in was poor, understaffed. ICE system old and no live channels. All in Emirates service is declining

Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
823 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,355 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Check in was poor, understaffed. ICE system old and no live channels. All in Emirates service is declining

Jetstar
6.6
Okay
468 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,355 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Check in was poor, understaffed. ICE system old and no live channels. All in Emirates service is declining

Related info for your journey

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

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Adelaide to Christchurch round-trip?

    Currently priced at $857, Emirates will fly you from Adelaide to Christchurch and back. In addition to Emirates, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Air New Zealand and Jetstar - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $891 and $909, respectively. Emirates is currently priced 9% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Adelaide to Christchurch (average of $102). Flying from Adelaide to Christchurch in November is currently the most expensive (average of $194). 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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