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Cheap flights from Christchurch to Istanbul from $3,895

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — IST
24 Dec — 31 Dec1
1 adult

The best prices from Christchurch to Istanbul are usually found in March or January, booked 48 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Christchurch to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Christchurch (CHC) to Istanbul (TR5). 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 December 2024.

Round-trip from

$3,895

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$2,919
4/1-21/1
  • 4/1-21/1
  • 4 total stops
  • 71h 50m total
  • Christchurch to Istanbul
High demand for flights, 6% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in December 2024

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Best flights from Christchurch to Istanbul
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Christchurch to Istanbul that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 19 December 2024.

Sat 4/106:15CHC - IST
2 stops41h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 21/107:35IST - CHC
2 stops30h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12$3,895
Sat 4/106:05CHC - IST
3 stops46h 25mEmirates
Tue 21/116:25IST - CHC
2 stops45h 30mEmirates
Deal found 18/12$4,245
Sat 4/122:30CHC - IST
1 stop42h 40mChina Southern
Fri 24/115:55IST - CHC
1 stop39h 25mChina Southern
Deal found 18/12$7,757

Find flights from Christchurch to Istanbul within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Christchurch to Istanbul 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 December 2024.

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ChristchurchIstanbul

CHC - IST

CHCIST

Christchurch

Sat 4/1

06:15-13:20

2 stops41h 05m

Istanbul

Tue 21/1

07:35-00:20

2 stops30h 45m

$3,895

ChristchurchIstanbul

CHC - IST

CHCIST

Christchurch

Sat 4/1

06:05-18:30

3 stops46h 25m

Istanbul

Tue 21/1

16:25-23:55

2 stops45h 30m

$4,245

ChristchurchIstanbul

CHC - IST

CHCIST

Christchurch

Sat 4/1

22:30-07:10

1 stop42h 40m

Istanbul

Fri 24/1

15:55-17:20

1 stop39h 25m

$7,757

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 18/12

Best time to book a flight from Christchurch to Istanbul

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Travel insights for flights from Christchurch to Istanbul

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Christchurch to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 13 December 2024.

Booking 48 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Christchurch to Istanbul. 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 Christchurch to Istanbul?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to Istanbul (average of $1,094). Flying from Christchurch to Istanbul in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,406). 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 IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Christchurch to Istanbul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 19 December 2024.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 35% on flights from Christchurch to Istanbul by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

Rainfall in Istanbul by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Istanbul ranges from 10.0 - 100.0 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Istanbul when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Istanbul by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Istanbul, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 5.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. 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 Istanbul. Reviews last updated 19 December 2024.
8.1
Very Good
3,410 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

8.1
Very Good
3,410 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,410 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

7.5
Good
92 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,410 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Christchurch to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Christchurch to Istanbul?

    For a flight from Christchurch to Istanbul, you will be flying from Christchurch. Christchurch (CHC) is just 9.5 km from the centre of the city. Christchurch is the only Christchurch airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Istanbul per day. 4 airlines have flights to Istanbul from Christchurch on a regular basis.

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

    Currently priced at $4,245, Emirates will fly you from Christchurch to Istanbul and back. In addition to Emirates, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on China Southern for as low as $7,757.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to Istanbul (average of $1,094). Flying from Christchurch to Istanbul in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,406). 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 4 airlines flying from Christchurch to Istanbul

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Christchurch to Istanbul. 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 19 December 2024.
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China SouthernCheapest$1,516Average$1,925FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$2,109Average$2,511FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$2,379Average$2,643FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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EmiratesCheapest$2,853Average$2,966FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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