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Cheap flights from Dunedin to Christchurch from $126

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 6/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DUD — CHC
27 Mar — 3 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Dunedin to Christchurch are usually found in October or May, booked 65 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Dunedin to Christchurch

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dunedin (DUD) 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 22 March 2025.

Round-trip from

$164

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$377

Good round-trip deal

$540 or less

Good one-way deal

$184 or less
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 10/5-12/5
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 15m total
  • Dunedin to Christchurch
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($19 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
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Cheapest flights from Dunedin to Christchurch
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dunedin to Christchurch. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 March 2025.

Sat 10/516:55DUD - CHC
Nonstop1h 05mAir New Zealand
Sat 10/519:30CHC - DUD
Nonstop1h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 20/3$183
Sat 10/513:35DUD - CHC
Nonstop1h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/518:10CHC - DUD
1 stop18h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/3$283
Sat 3/511:50DUD - CHC
1 stop5h 45mJetstar
Mon 5/509:40CHC - DUD
1 stop25h 35mJetstar
Deal found 22/3$530

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Dunedin 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 22 March 2025.
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Dunedin

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Christchurch

Route

Departure

Return

Price

DunedinChristchurch

DUD - CHC

DUDCHC

Dunedin

Sat 10/5

18:45-19:50

Nonstop1h 05m

Christchurch

Mon 12/5

19:30-20:40

Nonstop1h 10m

$164

DunedinChristchurch

DUD - CHC

DUDCHC

Dunedin

Sat 10/5

16:55-18:00

Nonstop1h 05m

Christchurch

Mon 12/5

20:30-11:15

1 stop14h 45m

$279

DunedinChristchurch

DUD - CHC

DUDCHC

Dunedin

Sat 10/5

11:50-17:35

1 stop5h 45m

Christchurch

Mon 12/5

20:30-11:15

1 stop14h 45m

$427

DunedinChristchurch

DUD - CHC

DUDCHC

Dunedin

Sun 6/7

18:45-19:50

Nonstop1h 05m

$126

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Deals found on 22/3

Best time to book a flight from Dunedin to Christchurch

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Christchurch from Dunedin with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Dunedin to Christchurch

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Dunedin to Christchurch. Price data was last updated on 21 March 2025.

The best time to book flights from Dunedin to Christchurch is 65 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dunedin to Christchurch (average of $102). Flying from Dunedin to Christchurch in November is currently the most expensive (average of $193). 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 DUD to CHC?

Find hourly flight availability from Dunedin 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 22 March 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Dunedin to Christchurch in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 58% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.

Weekly flight availability from Dunedin to Christchurch

Explore weekly flight availability from Dunedin to Christchurch. 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 22 March 2025.

The most flights from DUD to CHC are scheduled on a Tuesday (17 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (13 on average).

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 22 March 2025.
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
453 reviews
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Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
453 reviews
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
453 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.
Jetstar
6.6
Okay
433 reviews
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
453 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airports do I use to fly from Dunedin to Christchurch?

    If you wish to fly to Christchurch from Dunedin, then you need to book flights from Dunedin to Christchurch. There are 15 flights from Dunedin (DUD) to Christchurch (CHC) per day to choose from. Flights to Christchurch from Dunedin are available from 1 airline, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 1h 05m is how long a nonstop flight from Dunedin to Christchurch typically takes.

  • How popular is this Dunedin to Christchurch flight route?

    Within the past month, 1,371 users have taken a look at flights from Dunedin to Christchurch.

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

    Flying on Air New Zealand is currently your cheapest option to Christchurch, with prices starting at $164. Another option worth looking into is Jetstar, starting at $427 round trip. You may be able to fly from Dunedin to Christchurch for 37% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Dunedin to Christchurch?

    Consider Air New Zealand (94%), Singapore Airlines (93%) or Etihad Airways (92%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Dunedin to Christchurch.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Dunedin to Christchurch?

    The cheapest flight price from Dunedin to Christchurch is $140. On average you can expect to pay $571. The most popular route, (Dunedin - Christchurch), can usually be booked for $183.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dunedin to Christchurch (average of $102). Flying from Dunedin to Christchurch in November is currently the most expensive (average of $193). 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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Air New ZealandCheapest$148Average$253FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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