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$57 Find Cheap Flights from Auckland to Christchurch

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Cheap Flight Deals from Auckland to Christchurch (AKL-CHC)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Auckland to Christchurch that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent return flight deals from Auckland to Christchurch

KAYAK's recommended return flight deals from the most popular airlines that fly from Auckland to Christchurch.
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Jetstar Logo
11:40 - 13:05AKL-CHC
1h 25mdirect
Jetstar Logo
08:30 - 09:50CHC-AKL
1h 20mdirect
$110Jetstar
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Tue, 6 May - Tue, 20 May
Jetstar Logo
11:40 - 13:05AKL-CHC
1h 25mdirect
Jetstar Logo
08:30 - 09:50CHC-AKL
1h 20mdirect
$111Jetstar
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Tue, 6 May - Wed, 7 May
Jetstar Logo
14:30 - 15:55AKL-CHC
1h 25mdirect
Jetstar Logo
06:15 - 07:35CHC-AKL
1h 20mdirect
$113Jetstar
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Thu, 22 May - Mon, 26 May
Jetstar Logo
14:30 - 15:55AKL-CHC
1h 25mdirect
Jetstar Logo
10:30 - 11:50CHC-AKL
1h 20mdirect
$115Jetstar
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Tue, 6 May - Tue, 20 May
Jetstar Logo
06:25 - 07:50AKL-CHC
1h 25mdirect
Jetstar Logo
20:30 - 21:50CHC-AKL
1h 20mdirect
$117Jetstar
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Wed, 2 Jul - Wed, 2 Jul
Jetstar Logo
14:30 - 15:55AKL-CHC
1h 25mdirect
Jetstar Logo
10:30 - 11:50CHC-AKL
1h 20mdirect
$118Jetstar
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Fri, 16 May - Wed, 21 May
Air New Zealand Logo
18:30 - 19:55AKL-CHC
1h 25mdirect
Air New Zealand Logo
21:00 - 22:25CHC-AKL
1h 25mdirect
$233Air New Zealand
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Sun, 6 Jul - Sun, 6 Jul
Air New Zealand Logo
15:00 - 19:00AKL-CHC
4h 00m1 stop
Air New Zealand Logo
05:45 - 07:10CHC-AKL
1h 25mdirect
$272Air New Zealand
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Sat, 5 Jul - Sun, 6 Jul
Air New Zealand Logo
20:45 - 22:10AKL-CHC
1h 25mdirect
Air New Zealand Logo
08:00 - 11:20CHC-AKL
3h 20m1 stop
$334Air New Zealand
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Fri, 4 Jul - Sat, 5 Jul
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16:10 - 17:35AKL-CHC
1h 25mdirect
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17:30 - 18:55CHC-AKL
1h 25mdirect
Fri, 25 Apr - Sat, 26 Apr

KAYAK's insights & trends for Auckland to Christchurch flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Auckland to Christchurch to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Auckland to Christchurch?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Auckland to Christchurch clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
If you are looking for a flight deal from Auckland to Christchurch, look for departures on Tuesdays and avoid leaving on a Sunday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Christchurch, Friday is the cheapest day to fly and Sunday is the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Auckland to Christchurch?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Auckland to Christchurch, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Auckland to Christchurch is May, where tickets cost $163 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are November and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $307 and $302 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Auckland to Christchurch?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.
No, with an average price for the route of $175, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Auckland to Christchurch?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Auckland to Christchurch, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.
To get a below average price on the flight from Auckland to Christchurch, you should book around 8 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 22 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low season

May

High season

December

Cheapest flight

$57
Best time to beat the crowds (31% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (29% more expensive on average)
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When to book flights from Auckland to Christchurch

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Auckland to Christchurch based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Auckland to Christchurch

  • Is there duty free shopping at Auckland or Christchurch Airport?

    Unfortunately, you will not be able to do any duty free shopping as you are flying domestic. Only holders of a valid international flight ticket are able to purchase duty free items.

  • Are public showers available at Christchurch Airport?

    You can freshen up after your flight thanks to the public showering facilities located on both the ground and first floor. You can hire a towel and soap for the cost of NZ$ 5 approx.

  • How much will a taxi cost from Christchurch Airport to the city?

    Expect to pay somewhere between NZ$ 45-65 approx. for a taxi from the airport to the central business district. The price will be dependent on the exact location of your destination and the traffic on the roads.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Auckland to Christchurch?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Auckland to Christchurch was $32 for a one-way ticket and $62 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Auckland to Christchurch?

    Auckland airport is called Auckland Intl and the only airport in Christchurch is Christchurch.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Auckland to Christchurch?

    The Airbus A320-100/200 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Auckland to Christchurch flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Auckland to Christchurch?

    oneworld, Star Alliance, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Auckland and Christchurch, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Auckland to Christchurch?

    There are direct flights from Auckland to Christchurch on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Auckland to Christchurch, Air New Zealand or Jetstar?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Auckland to Christchurch are Air New Zealand and Jetstar. With an average price for the route of $359 and an overall rating of 8.0, Air New Zealand is the most popular choice. Jetstar is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $223 and an overall rating of 6.6.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Auckland to Christchurch?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Auckland to Christchurch.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Auckland to Christchurch?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Christchurch from Auckland is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Auckland to Christchurch?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Christchurch with an airline and back to Auckland with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Auckland to Christchurch?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Christchurch from Auckland up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Auckland to Christchurch

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $85 or less one-way and $150 or less round-trip.
  • Considering the flight time between Auckland (AKL) and Christchurch (CHC) is so short, don’t waste a large part of your day travelling to the airport. Drive your car directly to Auckland Airport and leave your car in one of the parking bays. You can pre-book your parking space online to save further time on the day of your flight.
  • Air New Zealand and Jetstar do not offer complimentary meals on the flight between Auckland and Christchurch. Although the length of the flight is not long, once you add the time it takes to board and go through customs you may realise that you’re hungrier on the plane than you expected. Plan ahead and bring some snacks or fill up with a large meal beforehand.
  • A Metro Bus is the most economical way to get from Christchurch International Airport to the central business district. The number 29 bus departs from the north end of the International Arrivals Hall and will take you to Central Station in approximately 30 minutes. The cost of a one-way adult ticket is NZ$ 8.50 approx.
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Prefer to fly direct from Auckland Intl to Christchurch?

Find which airlines fly direct from Auckland Intl Airport to Christchurch Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Auckland Intl to Christchurch

Monday

ANA, Air China, Air New Zealand, +13 more

ANA, Air China, +14 more

Tuesday

ANA, Air China, Air New Zealand, +14 more

ANA, Air China, +15 more

Wednesday

ANA, Air China, Air New Zealand, +14 more

ANA, Air China, +15 more

Thursday

ANA, Air China, Air New Zealand, +14 more

ANA, Air China, +15 more

Friday

ANA, Air New Zealand, American Airlines, +13 more

ANA, Air New Zealand, +14 more

Saturday

ANA, Air China, Air New Zealand, +13 more

ANA, Air China, +14 more

Sunday

ANA, Air China, Air New Zealand, +14 more

ANA, Air China, +15 more

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Direct returns

Christchurch to Auckland Intl

Monday

ANA, Air China, Air New Zealand, +14 more

ANA, Air China, +15 more

Tuesday

ANA, Air China, Air New Zealand, +14 more

ANA, Air China, +15 more

Wednesday

ANA, Air New Zealand, American Airlines, +13 more

ANA, Air New Zealand, +14 more

Thursday

ANA, Air China, Air New Zealand, +13 more

ANA, Air China, +14 more

Friday

ANA, Air China, Air New Zealand, +14 more

ANA, Air China, +15 more

Saturday

ANA, Air China, Air New Zealand, +13 more

ANA, Air China, +14 more

Sunday

ANA, Air China, Air New Zealand, +14 more

ANA, Air China, +15 more

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Top airlines flying from Auckland to Christchurch

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Auckland to Christchurch. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Auckland to Christchurch? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.0
Air New ZealandOverall score based on 461 reviews
8.0Comfort
8.2Boarding
8.5Crew
7.4Entertainment
7.2Food
Airline reviews

Arriving at Coolangatta, rows 20 forward, took the airbridge across to the terminal. It was suggested to those from rows 21 back, that we take the rear stairs and to be careful crossing the tarmac. That was all well and good. However, when we got across to the terminal we then had to climb three large flights of stairs to meet up with those coming across the airbridge. No elevator! There were people carrying babies and elderly carrying hand luggage that needed assistance from others.. There was no option to turn back.

10.0 ExcellentSandra, Apr 2025AKL - OOL
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Arriving at Coolangatta, rows 20 forward, took the airbridge across to the terminal. It was suggested to those from rows 21 back, that we take the rear stairs and to be careful crossing the tarmac. That was all well and good. However, when we got across to the terminal we then had to climb three large flights of stairs to meet up with those coming across the airbridge. No elevator! There were people carrying babies and elderly carrying hand luggage that needed assistance from others.. There was no option to turn back.

It was good for a short domestic flight. As no food ar entertainment provided, there should be a n/a rating available for those.

USB charging ports did not work on any of Air New Zealand flights

Economy was much nicer on the Air New Zealand planes.

At Coolangatta International it is difficult to hear voice boarding announcements when away from screen announcements.

Flew premium economy, well worth the extra. Much better seat size & space. Meals & snacks were lovely. Crew really pleasant. Internet is not great, not really useful for anything. Couldn't even send messages.

Everything was fine. Wish the wifi was free and included in the ticket price.

Nothing special short flight - all good - difference between 1 fudge and 2 fudge is obligation and thankfulness

The flight we had booked was cancelled due to bad weather conditions, but we were lucky to arrive at the airport quite early and got a seat on an earlier flight. The flight was mostly nice, but there were some hefty turbulences towards Queenstown. One of the passengers behaved hysterically. It would have been great if the crew had done something to calm her.

Sitting in an aisle seat equals getting hit by food cart and spilled on multiple times Food: gross and minimalistic Crew: frumpy and kurt Sound on multiple entertainment platforms poor Not an earplug problem, system soundboard poor

Overall, it was good. The only concern was that I couldn't charge my phone because the USB port didn't work after we took off. One of the crew members tried to restart it but never came back to me with an update.

Comfortable seats, boarding was easy and staff were very nice.

Flight was fine but a domestic flight was called by Jetstar international. This meant going through immigration and custom scanning twice. Long queues were experienced which were frustrating. We were using a wheelchair and exit at Perth needed a scissor lift as no air bridge provided. No fast lane at Perth for wheelchair. The staff were helpful but this system is poor.

The crew were great. The seat was older than an old Holden with a big metal bar sticking right into my back. The passenger next to me complained that hers was the same. The pre purchase system for food was disappointing as the pie/quiche took 20 mins to warm up, arrived too hot and with no utensils. It was one of the most uncomfortable flights I've ever been on.

Not very good, no food and not drink ( caffe or tea). Never ever fly with jet star.

Fabulous I have no issues with JetStar great service always use them to fly

Flight was as expected - we got what we paid for which was a base fare

Hardly we had overweight and we were asked to pay $75. We were checked by a female and weight was alright

Unaware of charge for carry on until i got to gate

I got what I paid for - flight was clean, staff were friendly

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