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Cheap Flight Deals from Australia to Christchurch

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Australia 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 Australia to Christchurch

Recommended return deals departing in the coming months from the most popular airlines that fly from Australia to Christchurch.
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17:55 - 00:10OOL-CHC
3h 15mdirect
16:05 - 17:50CHC-OOL
3h 45mdirect
$397Jetstar
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Tue, 1 Apr - Mon, 7 Apr
12:05 - 17:20MEL-CHC
3h 15mdirect
08:20 - 10:05CHC-MEL
3h 45mdirect
$413Jetstar
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Tue, 1 Apr - Sun, 6 Apr
18:25 - 10:05SYD-CHC
13h 40m1 stop
06:15 - 07:50CHC-SYD
3h 35mdirect
$450Air New Zealand
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Wed, 12 Mar - Fri, 14 Mar
18:45 - 13:05SYD-CHC
16h 20m1 stop
06:35 - 08:15CHC-SYD
3h 40mdirect
$458Air New Zealand
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Fri, 4 Apr - Sun, 6 Apr
12:05 - 17:20MEL-CHC
3h 15mdirect
06:00 - 07:55CHC-MEL
3h 55mdirect
Sat, 22 Mar - Sat, 29 Mar
18:55 - 00:20MEL-CHC
3h 25mdirect
08:50 - 10:40CHC-MEL
3h 50mdirect
Thu, 13 Mar - Sun, 23 Mar
17:30 - 23:55BNE-CHC
3h 25mdirect
06:20 - 07:10CHC-BNE
3h 50mdirect
$580Qantas Airways
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Sun, 2 Mar - Fri, 7 Mar
07:50 - 12:55SYD-CHC
3h 05mdirect
17:45 - 19:05CHC-SYD
3h 20mdirect
$580Emirates
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Sun, 1 Jun - Sat, 28 Jun
18:55 - 00:15MEL-CHC
3h 20mdirect
06:05 - 08:00CHC-MEL
3h 55mdirect
$582Qantas Airways
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Thu, 20 Mar - Thu, 27 Mar
18:55 - 00:15MEL-CHC
3h 20mdirect
06:05 - 08:00CHC-MEL
3h 55mdirect
$586Emirates
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Thu, 20 Mar - Thu, 27 Mar

Flights to Christchurch - Travel Insights & Trends

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

What is the cheapest flight to Christchurch?

These are the best round-trip prices found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
In the last 3 days, the cheapest flight deal to Christchurch was found on the route from Sydney, at $692 return. The most popular connection is from Melbourne to Christchurch and KAYAK users have found return deals for as low as $413 in the last 3 days.

How much is a flight to Christchurch?

The average and cheapest price for all round-trip flights to Christchurch from each origin found by users searching on KAYAK in the last month.
A flight to Christchurch costs $485 on average. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks cost $208 and departed from Coolangatta. The most popular routes on KAYAK are Melbourne to Christchurch which costs $523 on average, and Sydney to Christchurch, which costs $557 on average.
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What is the cheapest day to fly to Christchurch?

The average price of all round-trip flights to Christchurch clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to Christchurch is Thursday where round-trip tickets can be as cheap as $658. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Monday, where round-trip prices are $779 on average.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Christchurch?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights 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 to Christchurch is August, where tickets cost $614 on average for return flights. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and October, where the average cost of tickets from Australia is $936 and $722 respectively. For one-way flights, the best month to travel is May with an average price of $448.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Christchurch?

The average price for all round-trip flights to Christchurch depending on the time of departure, clicked by users on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.
The cheapest time of day to fly to Christchurch is generally in the evening, when round-trip flights cost $589 on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Christchurch is generally in the morning, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $640.

What is a good deal for flights to Christchurch?

If you’re looking for cheap airfare to Christchurch, 25% of our users found tickets to Christchurch for the following prices or less: From Melbourne Airport $410 return, from Sydney $535 return, from Brisbane $676 return.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights 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, you should book around 4 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 16 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low season

August

High season

December

Cheapest flight

$282
Best time to beat the crowds (7% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (23% more expensive on average)
Flight from Sydney to Christchurch

FAQs - booking Christchurch flights

  • How can I travel from Christchurch Airport to the city centre using public transport?

    If you wish to travel from the airport by public transport, you can use one of the Metro Red bus lines available from outside International Arrivals. The Purple Line and Number 29 both go to the city centre, with a travel time of around 30 minutes. The bus ticket costs NZ$8.5 (about AU$8) one-way and NZ$15 (about AU$14) for a two-way ticket.

  • How can I travel from Christchurch Airport to the city centre using a taxi?

    If you prefer traveling by taxi to get straight to your accommodation, you’ll find the taxi rank outside International Arrivals. The travel time to the city centre is about 15-20 minutes and the taxi fare depends on the taxi company, however you should expect to pay between NZ$45 (about AU$43) and NZ$65 (about AU$62).

  • Are there any on-site airport hotels at Christchurch Airport?

    While there is no hotel inside the airport, Sudima Hotel Christchurch Airport is just 700m from the terminals. It is the closest hotel to the airport and offers a free airport shuttle on request. You can call the hotel from the Freephone in the International Arrivals Lounge. There are five other hotels within five minutes of the airport, all also offering free airport shuttles.

  • Where can I go to freshen up at Christchurch Airport?

    If you need to freshen up after your flight to Christchurch, the airport offers free showers in International Arrivals, with soap and towels available for a fee. There is also a Stretch and Relaxation Area in the International Terminal, equipped for those wishing to practice yoga or pilates or just do some stretching.

  • What is the cheapest flight to Christchurch?

    In the last 3 days, the cheapest flight deal to Christchurch was found on the route from Sydney, at $692 return. The most popular connection is from Melbourne to Christchurch and KAYAK users have found return deals for as low as $413 in the last 3 days.

  • How far is Christchurch Airport from central Christchurch?

    There are 10 km between Christchurch city centre and Christchurch Airport.

  • What is the name of Christchurch’s airport?

    Christchurch is served by Christchurch Airport, also commonly referred to as Christchurch or Christchurch Intl. The airport code is CHC.

  • How much is a flight to Christchurch?

    On average, a flight to Christchurch costs $485. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks cost $208 and departed from Coolangatta Gold Coast Airport.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights 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 to Christchurch.

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

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

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

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

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight 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 up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • How many direct flights to Christchurch are there each week?

    Each week there are around 639 direct flights from within Australia to Christchurch. The most common day for departures is Friday, with 16% of flights taking off on this day.

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Top tips for finding cheap flights to Christchurch

  • Looking for cheap airfare to Christchurch? 25% of our users found return tickets to Christchurch for the following prices or less: From Melbourne $356, from Sydney $440, from Brisbane $526
  • Book at least 2 weeks before departure in order to get a below-average price.
  • High season is considered to be January, November and December. The cheapest month to fly from Australia is May.
  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Christchurch flight deals.
  • For people traveling with children, baby care rooms are available in both the Domestic and International Terminals at Christchurch Airport, offering a quiet space to change and feed infants. Head to the Kids’ Zone in International Arrivals if you need to keep your kids entertained, or go to one of the information desks to request a Mini Explorer Passport Activity Book and crayons. You could also walk to the International Antarctic Centre, which offers an interactive experience for the whole family.
  • Luggage storage is available at Christchurch Airport at Luggage Solutions, located on the ground floor. Travellers can store luggage, bicycles or sports equipment, and long term discounts are offered if you’re using the service for more than seven days. Luggage wrapping, bubble wrapping and wine boxes are also available.
  • If you wish to rent a car after your flight to Christchurch, there are six vehicle rental companies at the airport, located at International Terminal Arrivals. They offer cars and camper vans, and you can pre-book your vehicle online or rent it on the spot. A shuttle service is available to pick up and drop customers off at the depot where rental cars are parked.
  • Should you need a quiet space to hold a last minute meeting, head to South Bar and Café on Level 1. The establishment has meeting rooms available to hire; The Canterbury Room seats up to 12 people, is IT-equipped and has catering available upon request for an extra fee.
  • Christchurch Airport has two Air New Zealand lounges located in the Domestic and International Terminals, both accessible to passengers with a lounge membership. Manaia Lounge in International Departures is accessible to passengers who have a Priority Pass, which gives you access to over 1,000 lounges in the world. All lounges at Christchurch Airport offer beverages, newspapers, business facilities and showers.
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Prefer to fly direct to Christchurch?

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

Direct departures

Australia to Christchurch

Monday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +26 more

ANA, Air Canada, +27 more

Tuesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air Chathams, +27 more

ANA, Air Canada, +28 more

Wednesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +28 more

ANA, Air Canada, +29 more

Thursday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +26 more

ANA, Air Canada, +27 more

Friday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +27 more

ANA, Air Canada, +28 more

Saturday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +26 more

ANA, Air Canada, +27 more

Sunday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +27 more

ANA, Air Canada, +28 more

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Direct returns

Christchurch to Australia

Monday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +26 more

ANA, Air Canada, +27 more

Tuesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air Chathams, +27 more

ANA, Air Canada, +28 more

Wednesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +28 more

ANA, Air Canada, +29 more

Thursday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +26 more

ANA, Air Canada, +27 more

Friday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +27 more

ANA, Air Canada, +28 more

Saturday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +26 more

ANA, Air Canada, +27 more

Sunday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +27 more

ANA, Air Canada, +28 more

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Top 4 airlines serving from Australia to Christchurch

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying to Christchurch. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline from Australia to Christchurch. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with 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.
8.1
EmiratesOverall score based on 3279 reviews
8.3Crew
8.1Boarding
8.0Comfort
8.2Entertainment
7.9Food
Airline reviews

It was great, a little more leg room would have been better particularly since we were in premium economy

8.0 ExcellentJessica, Feb 2025JFK - DXB
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It was great, a little more leg room would have been better particularly since we were in premium economy

Good flight overall. Good options of food on NY-Dubai-Mumbai leg. Not that good reversing back. The flight crew is courteous and professional as always. The seating was much more comfortable going into Mumbai than coming back. Cheers!

Comfort poor, little leg room, cabin temperature too hot. No free entertainment. No complementary drinks. Overal experience poor and would not travel with them again.

The plane was clean and well maintained the crew members were professionals and friendly and the food was good

Flight left on time. Bags came quickly. Crew was nice. But internet never worked and the food was awful.

Flight was delayed by and hour but were informed beforehand

Comfort and customer service from most if the crew was great. The crew reassigning passengers should consider the presence of infants when reassigning seats. Unfortunately a couple of oversized passengers were relocated next to us, making this segment a bit uncomfortable, as there was not only extra leg space required. I ended up swapping seats with my husband so our baby wouldn't be impacted. My husband travelled quite uncomfortable as the reassigned neighbour shoulder and arm ended up on my husband's seat

Amazing and great experience, crew was available and took great care of my parents. Food was nice and so was the service. Aircraft from Dubai to Mumbai was not so great and was a big showdown of the aircraft service

The service was excellent. We flew coach on this leg of our trip and it was still very pleasant.

Business class on this plane was adequate, service, amenities, swag, and crew was amazing!

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

Major hassle with the weight of carryon luggage Having to repack bags at airport Not an issue in most of world Ridiculous issue considering the 400 pound gentleman sitting behind us

Overall experience was poor. In general crew was polite in speaking but that was all about it. I am vegetarian so I always carry a cup noodle box with me just in case. So I pressed "CALL" button for hot water for my cup noodle on my seat and waited for 10-15 minutes but nobody came. I personally took the box and went all the way to back of the plane. When I requested stewardess to put hot water in my cup noodle she refused as it was a "safety" hazard. I told her that you always serve coffee and tea these are also hot. But she still refused. I went back to my seat and from the seat I ordered hot water and it was brought to me without any problem. I poured THAT hot water in my cup noodle and ate. I was sitting in seat 36A, which was 2nd row in economy class. After eating my noodle I took the box and went 2 rows in the front where there was a kitchen to throw it. Again the stewardess there told me she didn't have a waste bin there and asked me to go back of the plane and throw it there. Tell me if above experiences are 'ok' for your airline??

Everything very good except the sofa couch not as comfortable as expected.

Liked the non-stop option, can always use more leg room!

Wonderful Airlines…our American Airlines could learn from ANZ. From boarding to landing everyone was professional and gracious. Kiwi’s really are the nicest of all people! Thank you

typical long haul economy flight. Food was mediocre, inflight service was average. Offered in flight snacks but in seat ordering didn't work. Entertainment was good.

Would have been nice to have decaf coffee as an option, and perhaps a scone

It’s a two prop flight so I had problems with my ears on re- entering ! But otherwise fine

I love flying with Qantas. There was no onscreen entertaining on this flight, and only a snack provided (not a meal) but still better than Jetstar or Virgin (in my opinion) so still happy.

Wheelchair assistance to move through the terminals and to/from the plane door was excellent. No vegan snack on the flight, only something with salami and cheese in it.

The old Plane had not been cleaned properly in a long time.

Planes was old - business class seats looked like they were installed in the 80s

Our baggage didn’t arrive with us on the plane. Need I say more?

I got upgraded from economy to business, and the experience was outstanding

I have taken this flight many times. It is ALWAYS late. Every time there is significant delay (1-3 hours) before boarding. It’s very consistent. Even after boarding the expected landing time was delayed twice. The seats are very narrow and cramped. Food is barely editable. Considering an economy ticket often costs about $2,000 it’s one of the worst services ever.

Boarding was over 3 hrs late and we didn’t land until almost 1:30am

Good communication regarding any updates time of flight and flight delayed. The fight was delayed by two and half hours at eleventh hour. That was unexpected, especially when you international passenger.

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

I like that fare is cheap but because there's no amenities whatsoever. You get what you paid for.

There's a reason why fare is cheap, no amenities.

It is what it is - nothing more, nothing less. No entertainment onboard but one kinda knows that when buying a ticket on a no frills airline. I choose Jetstar only because of price.

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