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Cheap flights from Christchurch to Tauranga from $159

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 26/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — TRG
12 Nov — 19 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Christchurch to Tauranga are usually found in August or November, booked 10 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Saturday and return on a Sunday

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Cheapest flights from Christchurch to Tauranga
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Christchurch to Tauranga. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 13 October 2025.

Sun 26/1009:00CHC - TRG
Nonstop1h 55mAir New Zealand
Thu 30/1006:10TRG - CHC
1 stop2h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 12/10$383
Sun 26/1020:35CHC - TRG
1 stop12h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 30/1006:10TRG - CHC
1 stop2h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$533

Cheap flight deals from Christchurch to Tauranga

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Christchurch (CHC) to Tauranga (TRG). 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 13 October 2025.

Round-trip from

$248

One-way from

$159

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$524

Good round-trip deal

$373 or less

Good one-way deal

$275 or less
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 13/3-16/3
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 00m total
  • Christchurch to Tauranga
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26/11
  • 26/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 5h 35m total
  • Christchurch to Tauranga
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($53 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($20 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Christchurch to Tauranga that are best for you.

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Christchurch

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Tauranga

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Departure

Return

Price

ChristchurchTauranga

CHC - TRG

CHCTRG

Christchurch

Sun 26/10

09:00-10:55

Nonstop1h 55m

Tauranga

Thu 30/10

06:10-09:05

1 stop2h 55m

$384

ChristchurchTauranga

CHC - TRG

CHCTRG

Christchurch

Sun 26/10

07:50-15:00

1 stop7h 10m

Tauranga

Thu 30/10

12:30-20:35

2 stops8h 05m

$1,114

ChristchurchTauranga

CHC - TRG

CHCTRG

Christchurch

Wed 26/11

06:45-12:20

1 stop5h 35m

$159

ChristchurchTauranga

CHC - TRG

CHCTRG

Christchurch

Wed 26/11

07:00-16:00

2 stops9h 00m

$297

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Deals found on 12/10

Best time to book a flight from Christchurch to Tauranga

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Christchurch to Tauranga

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Christchurch to Tauranga. Price data was last updated on 3 October 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Christchurch to Tauranga may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 10 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to Tauranga (average of $72). Flying from Christchurch to Tauranga in January is currently the most expensive (average of $129). 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 TRG?

Find hourly flight availability from Christchurch to Tauranga. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 13 October 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Christchurch to Tauranga at midday. Doing so could potentially save you 18% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Reviews of airlines servicing Tauranga

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Tauranga. 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 Tauranga. Reviews last updated 13 October 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand from Christchurch to Tauranga 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.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
513 reviews
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Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
513 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
513 reviews
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Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Related info for your journey

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

    Booking a flight from Christchurch (CHC) to Tauranga (TRG) is your only option if you wish to fly from Christchurch to Tauranga. On a typical day, there are 5 flights from Christchurch to Tauranga, all of which are around 1h 55m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 1 airline when you book a flight from Christchurch to Tauranga.

  • How popular is this Christchurch to Tauranga flight route?

    This flight path from Christchurch to Tauranga was viewed by 394 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Christchurch to Tauranga?

    Air New Zealand can get you from Christchurch to Tauranga in just under 1h 55m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. There are 716 km between Christchurch and Tauranga. Most flights are nonstop.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Christchurch to Tauranga round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Christchurch to Tauranga is Air New Zealand. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $237 on this airline. Air New Zealand is 42% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Christchurch to Tauranga are Singapore Airlines (86%), Air New Zealand (86%) and Qantas Airways (83%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Christchurch to Tauranga?

    On average you can expect to pay $396 for a flight from Christchurch to Tauranga. The cheapest flight overall is $109 while the most popular route, (Christchurch - Tauranga) is currently priced at $248.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to Tauranga (average of $72). Flying from Christchurch to Tauranga in January is currently the most expensive (average of $129). 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 airline flying from Christchurch to Tauranga

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Christchurch to Tauranga. 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 13 October 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air New ZealandCheapest$237Average$415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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