Cheap flights from Sydney to Christchurch from $384
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 10/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — CHC
4 May — 11 May1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Christchurch are usually found in August or May, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Friday
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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Christchurch
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to Christchurch. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 4 April 2026.
Sat 16/507:05
SYD
-
CHC
1 stop6h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 23/509:15
CHC
-
SYD
1 stop7h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/4$710
Sat 9/507:05
SYD
-
CHC
1 stop6h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 19/509:10
CHC
-
SYD
1 stop14h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/4$713
Thu 14/507:00
SYD
-
CHC
1 stop7h 25m
Jetstar
Thu 21/516:05
CHC
-
SYD
1 stop8h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 29/3$717
Mon 2/1117:55
SYD
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 10m
Air New Zealand
Wed 18/1110:10
CHC
-
SYD
1 stop9h 55m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 30/3$720
Wed 22/717:55
SYD
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 30/706:00
CHC
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/3$722
Mon 18/517:55
SYD
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 10m
Air New Zealand
Mon 25/519:10
CHC
-
SYD
1 stop28h 40m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 3/4$726
Sat 25/415:10
SYD
-
CHC
1 stop7h 00m
Jetstar
Tue 28/416:05
CHC
-
SYD
1 stop8h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 29/3$727
Mon 10/817:55
SYD
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 10m
Air New Zealand
Wed 19/816:05
CHC
-
SYD
1 stop18h 40m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 1/4$729
Wed 12/817:55
SYD
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 10m
Air New Zealand
Wed 19/806:30
CHC
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 40m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 2/4$731
Tue 9/609:10
SYD
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 10m
Air New Zealand
Tue 16/616:05
CHC
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 40m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 30/3$733
Mon 18/507:05
SYD
-
CHC
1 stop9h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 25/520:05
CHC
-
SYD
1 stop27h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/4$734
Wed 13/517:55
SYD
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 10m
Air New Zealand
Wed 20/506:30
CHC
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 40m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 3/4$736
Best flights from Sydney to Christchurch
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Sydney to Christchurch that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 4 April 2026.
Tue 7/714:05
SYD
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CHC
1 stop8h 05m
Jetstar
Tue 14/716:05
CHC
-
SYD
1 stop8h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 29/3$722
Sat 2/518:10
SYD
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 10m
Air New Zealand
Mon 11/520:40
CHC
-
SYD
1 stop13h 30m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 1/4$768
Sat 25/415:10
SYD
-
CHC
1 stop7h 00m
Jetstar
Tue 28/416:05
CHC
-
SYD
1 stop8h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 29/3$727
Sun 17/507:50
SYD
-
CHC
1 stop11h 25m
Air New Zealand
Sun 12/706:30
CHC
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 40m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 1/4$798
Mon 10/811:00
SYD
-
CHC
1 stop6h 55m
Jetstar
Thu 20/816:05
CHC
-
SYD
1 stop8h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 3/4$738
Wed 9/917:55
SYD
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 10m
Air New Zealand
Tue 15/906:30
CHC
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 40m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 30/3$831
Thu 18/609:05
SYD
-
CHC
1 stop6h 30m
Jetstar
Sun 21/606:15
CHC
-
SYD
1 stop10h 05m
Jetstar
Deal found 30/3$759
Wed 13/517:55
SYD
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 10m
Air New Zealand
Thu 14/511:00
CHC
-
SYD
1 stop9h 10m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 30/3$840
Fri 22/517:55
SYD
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 10m
Air New Zealand
Sun 24/521:05
CHC
-
SYD
1 stop13h 40m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 3/4$854
Direct flights from Sydney to Christchurch
Explore direct flight options from Sydney to Christchurch based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 4 April 2026.
Wed 22/717:55
SYD
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 30/706:00
CHC
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/3$722
Mon 10/817:55
SYD
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 10m
Air New Zealand
Wed 19/806:30
CHC
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 40m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 3/4$727
Tue 9/609:10
SYD
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 10m
Air New Zealand
Tue 16/616:05
CHC
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 40m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 30/3$733
Mon 22/617:55
SYD
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 10m
Air New Zealand
Sat 27/606:30
CHC
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 40m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 30/3$734
Wed 13/517:55
SYD
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 10m
Air New Zealand
Wed 20/506:30
CHC
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 40m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 3/4$736
Wed 17/617:55
SYD
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 10m
Air New Zealand
Tue 23/606:30
CHC
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 40m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 1/4$738
Wed 1/717:55
SYD
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 10m
Air New Zealand
Tue 7/706:30
CHC
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 40m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 2/4$740
Sun 17/517:55
SYD
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 10m
Air New Zealand
Wed 20/506:30
CHC
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 40m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 1/4$741
Fri 8/517:55
SYD
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 10m
Air New Zealand
Wed 20/506:30
CHC
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 40m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 31/3$743
Sat 13/617:55
SYD
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 10m
Air New Zealand
Sun 21/606:30
CHC
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 40m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 30/3$745
Wed 26/817:55
SYD
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/916:35
CHC
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/3$747
Last-minute flights from Sydney to Christchurch
Discover last-minute flight deals from Sydney to Christchurch. Data last updated 4 April 2026 and is based on user searches.
Sat 25/415:10
SYD
-
CHC
1 stop7h 00m
Jetstar
Tue 28/416:05
CHC
-
SYD
1 stop8h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 29/3$727
Sat 2/509:05
SYD
-
CHC
1 stop6h 30m
Jetstar
Sat 9/509:15
CHC
-
SYD
1 stop7h 25m
Jetstar
Deal found 1/4$731
Thu 7/507:20
SYD
-
CHC
1 stop14h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 14/517:20
CHC
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/4$743
Sat 9/507:05
SYD
-
CHC
1 stop6h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 19/509:10
CHC
-
SYD
1 stop14h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/4$713
Tue 12/506:20
SYD
-
CHC
1 stop7h 25m
Jetstar
Tue 19/520:30
CHC
-
SYD
1 stop13h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 1/4$740
Wed 13/517:55
SYD
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 10m
Air New Zealand
Wed 20/506:30
CHC
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 40m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 3/4$736
Thu 14/507:00
SYD
-
CHC
1 stop7h 25m
Jetstar
Thu 21/516:05
CHC
-
SYD
1 stop8h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 29/3$717
Sat 16/507:05
SYD
-
CHC
1 stop6h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 23/509:15
CHC
-
SYD
1 stop7h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/4$710
Sun 17/517:55
SYD
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 10m
Air New Zealand
Wed 20/506:30
CHC
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 40m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 1/4$741
Mon 18/517:55
SYD
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 22/516:35
CHC
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/3$722
Mon 18/517:55
SYD
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 10m
Air New Zealand
Mon 25/519:10
CHC
-
SYD
1 stop28h 40m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 3/4$726
Mon 18/507:05
SYD
-
CHC
1 stop9h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 25/520:05
CHC
-
SYD
1 stop27h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/4$734
One-way flights from Sydney to Christchurch
Search for one-way flight options from Sydney to Christchurch. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 4 April 2026.
Mon 10/807:20
SYD
-
CHC
1 stop14h 50m
Jetstar
Deal found 1/4$384
Sat 13/608:10
SYD
-
CHC
1 stop14h 00m
Jetstar
Deal found 1/4$389
Tue 21/715:10
SYD
-
CHC
1 stop7h 00m
Jetstar
Deal found 30/3$391
Sat 9/512:20
SYD
-
CHC
1 stop9h 50m
Jetstar
Deal found 2/4$393
Mon 25/512:20
SYD
-
CHC
1 stop9h 50m
Jetstar
Deal found 31/3$396
Tue 28/408:35
SYD
-
CHC
1 stop13h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 30/3$401
Tue 15/909:10
SYD
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 10m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 30/3$403
Thu 18/607:05
SYD
-
CHC
1 stop9h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/4$407
Thu 7/512:20
SYD
-
CHC
1 stop9h 50m
Jetstar
Deal found 31/3$408
Mon 7/907:50
SYD
-
CHC
1 stop23h 35m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 31/3$410
Tue 26/509:10
SYD
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 10m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 2/4$412
Mon 15/617:55
SYD
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 10m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 1/4$414
Find flight deals from Sydney to Christchurch
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) 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 4 April 2026.
Customise your flight search to find flights from Sydney 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 4 April 2026.
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Departure
Return
Price
Cheapest return flight
SydneyChristchurch
SYD - CHC
SYDCHC
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Tue 7/7
14:05-00:10
1 stop8h 05m
Christchurch
Tue 14/7
16:05-22:15
1 stop8h 10m
$722
SydneyChristchurch
SYD - CHC
SYDCHC
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sat 25/4
15:10-00:10
1 stop7h 00m
Christchurch
Tue 28/4
16:05-22:15
1 stop8h 10m
$727
SydneyChristchurch
SYD - CHC
SYDCHC
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Mon 10/8
11:00-19:55
1 stop6h 55m
Christchurch
Thu 20/8
16:05-22:15
1 stop8h 10m
$738
SydneyChristchurch
SYD - CHC
SYDCHC
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Thu 18/6
09:05-17:35
1 stop6h 30m
Christchurch
Sun 21/6
06:15-14:20
1 stop10h 05m
$759
SydneyChristchurch
SYD - CHC
SYDCHC
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sat 2/5
18:10-23:20
Nonstop3h 10m
Christchurch
Mon 11/5
20:40-08:10
1 stop13h 30m
$768
SydneyChristchurch
SYD - CHC
SYDCHC
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sun 17/5
07:50-21:15
1 stop11h 25m
Christchurch
Sun 12/7
06:30-08:10
Nonstop3h 40m
$798
Fastest return journey
SydneyChristchurch
SYD - CHC
SYDCHC
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 9/9
17:55-23:05
Nonstop3h 10m
Christchurch
Tue 15/9
06:30-08:10
Nonstop3h 40m
$831
SydneyChristchurch
SYD - CHC
SYDCHC
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 13/5
17:55-23:05
Nonstop3h 10m
Christchurch
Thu 14/5
11:00-18:10
1 stop9h 10m
$840
SydneyChristchurch
SYD - CHC
SYDCHC
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Fri 22/5
17:55-23:05
Nonstop3h 10m
Christchurch
Sun 24/5
21:05-08:45
1 stop13h 40m
$854
Cheapest one-way
SydneyChristchurch
SYD - CHC
SYDCHC
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Thu 7/5
12:20-00:10
1 stop9h 50m
$408
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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Christchurch
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Sydney to Christchurch?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to Christchurch. Price data was last updated on 2 April 2026.
Booking 87 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Sydney to Christchurch. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sydney to Christchurch?
Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Christchurch (average of $373). Flying from Sydney to Christchurch in December is currently the most expensive (average of $571). 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 SYD to CHC?
Find hourly flight availability from Sydney 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 4 April 2026.
When flying from Sydney to Christchurch, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Sydney to Christchurch?
How often are flights from Sydney to Christchurch delayed?
About 38% of weekly flights between Sydney and Christchurch have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 123 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Sydney to Christchurch flights?
Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Sydney to Christchurch flights?
Over the past year, Air New Zealand have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 30% of flights being delayed.
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 4 April 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways from Sydney to Christchurch to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
Related info for your journey
Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sydney 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 Sydney to Christchurch?
To fly from Sydney to Christchurch, you need to book a flight from Kingsford Smith (SYD) to Christchurch (CHC). Nonstop flights to Christchurch from Sydney Kingsford Smith take 3h 05m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 10 outbound flights from Kingsford Smith to Christchurch offered by 3 different airlines.
How popular is this Sydney to Christchurch flight route?
Within the past month, 126 users have taken a look at flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Christchurch.
How long is the flight from Sydney to Christchurch?
Airlines like Jetstar and Air New Zealand fly from Sydney to Christchurch in about 3h 10m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 4h 55m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2126 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Christchurch round-trip?
Cheapflights users have booked flights from Sydney to Christchurch round-trip from $337. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Emirates, from $528, and Qantas Airways, from $660. You may be able to fly from Sydney to Christchurch for 55% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sydney to Christchurch one-way?
One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $301 on Air New Zealand. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Virgin Australia from $302 and Jetstar from $322 one-way.
What are the most reliable airlines from Sydney to Christchurch?
Before booking your flight to Christchurch from Sydney, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: United Airlines (100%), Virgin Australia (86%), Air New Zealand( 86%).
What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to Christchurch?
While on average a flight from Sydney to Christchurch is generally $601, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $387. When looking at the most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Christchurch), you can expect to pay $691 for that flight.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Sydney to Christchurch?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney 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 Sydney to Christchurch?
Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Christchurch (average of $373). Flying from Sydney to Christchurch in December is currently the most expensive (average of $571). 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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