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Cheap flights from Christchurch to Queenstown from $98

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 1/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — ZQN
21 Jan — 28 Jan1
1 adult

The best prices from Christchurch to Queenstown Intl are usually found in July or June, booked 88 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Christchurch to Queenstown

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Christchurch (CHC) to Queenstown (ZQN). 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 16 January 2025.

Round-trip from

$171

One-way from

$98

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$347
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 5/2-7/2
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 10m total
  • Christchurch to Queenstown
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Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 1/2
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 15m total
  • Christchurch to Queenstown
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High demand for flights, 1% potential price rise
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Cheapest flights from Christchurch to Queenstown
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Christchurch to Queenstown. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 January 2025.

Wed 5/206:30CHC - ZQN
Nonstop1h 15mAir New Zealand
Fri 7/216:45ZQN - CHC
Nonstop0h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 15/1$171
Sat 1/318:15CHC - ZQN
1 stop15h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/313:35ZQN - CHC
Nonstop1h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/1$233
Thu 6/218:15CHC - ZQN
1 stop15h 35mJetstar
Wed 12/210:30ZQN - CHC
1 stop10h 05mJetstar
Deal found 16/1$331

Find flights from Christchurch to Queenstown within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Christchurch to Queenstown 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 16 January 2025.

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ChristchurchQueenstown

CHC - ZQN

CHCZQN

Christchurch

Wed 5/2

06:30-07:45

Nonstop1h 15m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 7/2

16:45-17:40

Nonstop0h 55m

$171

ChristchurchQueenstown

CHC - ZQN

CHCZQN

Christchurch

Sat 1/3

18:15-09:50

1 stop15h 35m

Queenstown Intl

Sat 8/3

13:35-14:45

Nonstop1h 10m

$233

ChristchurchQueenstown

CHC - ZQN

CHCZQN

Christchurch

Thu 6/2

18:15-09:50

1 stop15h 35m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 12/2

10:30-20:35

1 stop10h 05m

$331

ChristchurchQueenstown

CHC - ZQN

CHCZQN

Christchurch

Sat 1/2

11:50-13:05

Nonstop1h 15m

$98

ChristchurchQueenstown

CHC - ZQN

CHCZQN

Christchurch

Tue 18/2

18:15-09:50

1 stop15h 35m

$121

ChristchurchQueenstown

CHC - ZQN

CHCZQN

Christchurch

Tue 10/6

06:45-15:20

1 stop8h 35m

$141

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Travel insights for flights from Christchurch to Queenstown

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Christchurch to Queenstown. Price data was last updated on 10 January 2025.

The best time to book flights from Christchurch to Queenstown is 88 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 Christchurch to Queenstown?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to Queenstown (average of $114). Flying from Christchurch to Queenstown in February is currently the most expensive (average of $189). 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 ZQN?

Find hourly flight availability from Christchurch to Queenstown. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 16 January 2025.

When flying from Christchurch to Queenstown, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 24% versus a flight in the evening.

Rainfall in Queenstown by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Queenstown ranges from 50.0 - 80.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 80.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit Queenstown when rainfall is around 50.0 mm.

Temperature in Queenstown by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Queenstown, 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 15.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 3.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Queenstown

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Queenstown. 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 Queenstown. Reviews last updated 16 January 2025.
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
485 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Connection Booked by United was one hour and 20 minutes to come from international Auckland to San Francisco, deplane, clear customs and immigration, collect baggage, transfer baggage, go through TSA, walk/run across terminals 20 minutes and barely make connection When united informed pre-vacation of the tightness of the connection,would not switch to a flight two hours later, despite open seats, the flight that the baggage actually took Passengers made connection; baggage did not Food: nonexistent for a cross country six hour flight Arrived early, but of course gate unavailable and then plane door to get off stuck for 20 minutes

Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
485 reviews
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
485 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Connection Booked by United was one hour and 20 minutes to come from international Auckland to San Francisco, deplane, clear customs and immigration, collect baggage, transfer baggage, go through TSA, walk/run across terminals 20 minutes and barely make connection When united informed pre-vacation of the tightness of the connection,would not switch to a flight two hours later, despite open seats, the flight that the baggage actually took Passengers made connection; baggage did not Food: nonexistent for a cross country six hour flight Arrived early, but of course gate unavailable and then plane door to get off stuck for 20 minutes

Jetstar
6.6
Okay
467 reviews
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
485 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Connection Booked by United was one hour and 20 minutes to come from international Auckland to San Francisco, deplane, clear customs and immigration, collect baggage, transfer baggage, go through TSA, walk/run across terminals 20 minutes and barely make connection When united informed pre-vacation of the tightness of the connection,would not switch to a flight two hours later, despite open seats, the flight that the baggage actually took Passengers made connection; baggage did not Food: nonexistent for a cross country six hour flight Arrived early, but of course gate unavailable and then plane door to get off stuck for 20 minutes

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Christchurch to Queenstown. 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 Christchurch to Queenstown?

    If you book a flight from Christchurch to Queenstown, you will be flying from Christchurch to Queenstown Intl. Flights to Queenstown Intl (ZQN) from Christchurch (CHC) take 1h 00m for a nonstop flight. There are 5 flights from Christchurch to Queenstown per day from 1 airline.

  • How popular is this Christchurch to Queenstown flight route?

    Within the past month, 615 users have taken a look at flights from Christchurch to Queenstown Intl.

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

    Air New Zealand, at $171, was found to be the cheapest airline from Christchurch to Queenstown. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be Jetstar. Air New Zealand is priced at 46% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    Before booking your flight to Queenstown from Christchurch, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Air New Zealand (85%), Etihad Airways (82%), Singapore Airlines( 75%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Christchurch to Queenstown?

    The cheapest flight price from Christchurch to Queenstown is $75. On average you can expect to pay $226. The most popular route, (Christchurch - Queenstown Intl), can usually be booked for $130.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to Queenstown (average of $114). Flying from Christchurch to Queenstown in February is currently the most expensive (average of $189). 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$171Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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