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$100 Find Cheap Flights from Christchurch to Queenstown

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Christchurch to Queenstown departing on 22/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheap Flight Deals from Christchurch to Queenstown (CHC-ZQN)

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

KAYAK's recommended return flight deals from the most popular airlines that fly from Christchurch to Queenstown.
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Air New Zealand Logo
07:10 - 08:25CHC-ZQN
1h 15mdirect
Air New Zealand Logo
10:25 - 11:20ZQN-CHC
0h 55mdirect
$153Air New Zealand
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Thu, 22 May - Thu, 29 May
Air New Zealand Logo
07:10 - 08:25CHC-ZQN
1h 15mdirect
Air New Zealand Logo
10:25 - 11:20ZQN-CHC
0h 55mdirect
$154Air New Zealand
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Thu, 22 May - Thu, 29 May
Air New Zealand Logo
07:10 - 08:25CHC-ZQN
1h 15mdirect
Air New Zealand Logo
10:25 - 11:20ZQN-CHC
0h 55mdirect
$156Air New Zealand
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Thu, 22 May - Thu, 29 May
Air New Zealand Logo
07:10 - 08:25CHC-ZQN
1h 15mdirect
Air New Zealand Logo
10:25 - 11:20ZQN-CHC
0h 55mdirect
$170Air New Zealand
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Mon, 26 May - Thu, 29 May
Air New Zealand Logo
07:10 - 08:25CHC-ZQN
1h 15mdirect
Air New Zealand Logo
10:25 - 11:20ZQN-CHC
0h 55mdirect
$175Air New Zealand
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Thu, 22 May - Thu, 29 May
Air New Zealand Logo
07:10 - 08:25CHC-ZQN
1h 15mdirect
Air New Zealand Logo
10:25 - 11:20ZQN-CHC
0h 55mdirect
$177Air New Zealand
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Mon, 26 May - Thu, 29 May
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18:10 - 09:50CHC-ZQN
15h 40m1 stop
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16:10 - 17:20ZQN-CHC
1h 10mdirect
$207
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Sat, 24 May - Sat, 31 May
Jetstar Logo
20:30 - 10:10CHC-ZQN
13h 40m1 stop
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10:50 - 21:15ZQN-CHC
10h 25m1 stop
$317Jetstar
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Mon, 26 May - Thu, 29 May
Jetstar Logo
10:30 - 16:10CHC-ZQN
5h 40m1 stop
Jetstar Logo
10:50 - 17:35ZQN-CHC
6h 45m1 stop
$330Jetstar
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Sat, 24 May - Sat, 31 May
Jetstar Logo
18:10 - 09:20CHC-ZQN
15h 10m1 stop
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10:50 - 17:35ZQN-CHC
6h 45m1 stop
$342Jetstar
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Thu, 22 May - Thu, 29 May

KAYAK's insights & trends for Christchurch to Queenstown flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Christchurch to Queenstown 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 Christchurch to Queenstown?

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

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Christchurch to Queenstown, 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 Christchurch to Queenstown is June, where tickets cost $249 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are April and October, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $377 and $349 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Christchurch to Queenstown, 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 Christchurch to Queenstown, you should book around 10 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 16 weeks before departure.
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Good to know

Low season

November

High season

January

Cheapest flight

$100
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 7% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (3% more expensive on average)
Flight from Christchurch to Queenstown

When to book flights from Christchurch to Queenstown

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Christchurch to Queenstown based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
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FAQs for booking flights from Christchurch to Queenstown

  • What is the cheapest flight from Christchurch to Queenstown?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Christchurch to Queenstown was $57 for a one-way ticket and $87 for a return.

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

    The ATR 72-201 / 202 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Christchurch to Queenstown flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Christchurch to Queenstown?

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

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

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

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

    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 Christchurch to Queenstown.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Queenstown from Christchurch 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 Christchurch to Queenstown?

    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 Queenstown with an airline and back to Christchurch with another airline.

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

    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 Queenstown from Christchurch 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 Christchurch to Queenstown

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $239 or less one-way and $166 or less round-trip.

Prefer to fly direct from Christchurch to Queenstown Intl?

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

Direct departures

Christchurch to Queenstown Intl

Monday

Air New Zealand, Etihad Airways, Qantas Airways, +1 more

Air New Zealand, Etihad Airways, +2 more

Tuesday

Air New Zealand, Etihad Airways, Qantas Airways, +1 more

Air New Zealand, Etihad Airways, +2 more

Wednesday

Air New Zealand, Etihad Airways, Qantas Airways, +1 more

Air New Zealand, Etihad Airways, +2 more

Thursday

Air New Zealand, Etihad Airways, Qantas Airways, +1 more

Air New Zealand, Etihad Airways, +2 more

Friday

Air New Zealand, Etihad Airways, Qantas Airways, +1 more

Air New Zealand, Etihad Airways, +2 more

Saturday

Air New Zealand, Etihad Airways, Qantas Airways, +1 more

Air New Zealand, Etihad Airways, +2 more

Sunday

Air New Zealand, Etihad Airways, Qantas Airways, +1 more

Air New Zealand, Etihad Airways, +2 more

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Direct returns

Queenstown Intl to Christchurch

Monday

Air New Zealand, Etihad Airways, Qantas Airways

Air New Zealand, Etihad Airways, +1 more

Tuesday

Air New Zealand, Etihad Airways, Qantas Airways

Air New Zealand, Etihad Airways, +1 more

Wednesday

Air New Zealand, Etihad Airways, Qantas Airways

Air New Zealand, Etihad Airways, +1 more

Thursday

Air New Zealand, Etihad Airways, Qantas Airways

Air New Zealand, Etihad Airways, +1 more

Friday

Air New Zealand, Etihad Airways, Qantas Airways

Air New Zealand, Etihad Airways, +1 more

Saturday

Air New Zealand, Etihad Airways, Qantas Airways

Air New Zealand, Etihad Airways, +1 more

Sunday

Air New Zealand, Etihad Airways, Qantas Airways

Air New Zealand, Etihad Airways, +1 more

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Top airline flying from Christchurch to Queenstown

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Christchurch to Queenstown. 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 Christchurch to Queenstown? 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 463 reviews
7.2Food
8.2Boarding
8.5Crew
7.4Entertainment
8.0Comfort
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

Everything you need to know for your flight from Christchurch to Queenstown

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Queenstown (ZQN)
Christchurch (CHC)

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