Which airlines fly to Christchurch?

There may be other airlines that fly to Christchurch from Australia, but the most popular among our users are Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, Jetstar and Emirates. These airlines should offer flights to Christchurch on a routine basis if you’re flying from one of the more popular airports in Australia.

Emirates Flights to Christchurch

52 Emirates flights head to Christchurch on average each week. Most will be flying from Auckland Intl to Christchurch, the most popular route that Emirates operates to Christchurch. Prices vary based on when and where you fly from - the cheapest Emirates flight to Christchurch found in the past 3 days on momondo was $343, departing from Adelaide. Emirates is the most popular choice on momondo for this route and has been scored 8.1/10 by 3,394 of our users.

Air New Zealand Flights to Christchurch

Air New Zealand flies to Christchurch 83 times per week usually, making it a popular airline to fly with, particularly when heading to Christchurch from Auckland Intl. Air New Zealand (rating: 8.0, 520 reviews) varies in price depending on when and where you want to fly to Christchurch from. The best Air New Zealand ticket price found on momondo to Christchurch was from Adelaide ($330 return).

How long does it take to fly to Christchurch?

The average flight duration from Australia to Christchurch depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Christchurch is 3h on average, while flying from Melbourne to Christchurch is 3h 15m on average. Christchurch is the most popular airport in Christchurch.

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17:40 - 00:05OOL-CHC

3h 25mdirect

16:10 - 16:45CHC-OOL

3h 35mdirect

$426Jetstar

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Fri, 12 Dec - Tue, 16 Dec

12:05 - 17:20MEL-CHC

3h 15mdirect

09:15 - 11:00CHC-MEL

3h 45mdirect

$428Jetstar

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Sun, 1 Mar - Mon, 16 Mar

08:30 - 20:35OOL-CHC

9h 05m1 stop

16:10 - 16:45CHC-OOL

3h 35mdirect

$444Jetstar

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Wed, 28 Jan - Sat, 14 Feb

12:05 - 17:20MEL-CHC

3h 15mdirect

09:15 - 11:00CHC-MEL

3h 45mdirect

$458Jetstar

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Tue, 3 Mar - Mon, 16 Mar

17:40 - 00:05OOL-CHC

3h 25mdirect

08:00 - 17:40CHC-OOL

12h 40m1 stop

$487Multiple Airlines

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Fri, 12 Dec - Tue, 16 Dec

17:40 - 00:05OOL-CHC

3h 25mdirect

05:45 - 09:45CHC-OOL

7h 00m1 stop

$535Multiple Airlines

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Fri, 12 Dec - Fri, 19 Dec

18:25 - 23:50MEL-CHC

3h 25mdirect

06:10 - 08:05CHC-MEL

3h 55mdirect

$550Air New Zealand

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Sat, 25 Apr - Sat, 2 May

18:25 - 23:50MEL-CHC

3h 25mdirect

06:10 - 08:05CHC-MEL

3h 55mdirect

$553Air New Zealand

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Sat, 25 Apr - Sat, 2 May

17:55 - 00:25BNE-CHC

3h 30mdirect

15:55 - 16:40CHC-BNE

3h 45mdirect

$581Qantas Airways

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Thu, 26 Feb - Thu, 12 Mar

18:55 - 23:55SYD-CHC

3h 00mdirect

18:20 - 19:40CHC-SYD

3h 20mdirect

$634Qantas Airways

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CoolangattaChristchurch

OOL - CHC

OOLCHC

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Fri 12/12

17:40-00:05

Nonstop3h 25m

Christchurch

Tue 16/12

16:10-16:45

Nonstop3h 35m

$426

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Sun 1/3

12:05-17:20

Nonstop3h 15m

Christchurch

Mon 16/3

09:15-11:00

Nonstop3h 45m

$428

CoolangattaChristchurch

OOL - CHC

OOLCHC

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Wed 28/1

08:30-20:35

1 stop9h 05m

Christchurch

Sat 14/2

16:10-16:45

Nonstop3h 35m

$444

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Tue 3/3

12:05-17:20

Nonstop3h 15m

Christchurch

Mon 16/3

09:15-11:00

Nonstop3h 45m

$458

CoolangattaChristchurch

OOL - CHC

OOLCHC

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Fri 12/12

17:40-00:05

Nonstop3h 25m

Christchurch

Tue 16/12

08:00-17:40

1 stop12h 40m

$487

CoolangattaChristchurch

OOL - CHC

OOLCHC

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Fri 12/12

17:40-00:05

Nonstop3h 25m

Christchurch

Fri 19/12

05:45-09:45

1 stop7h 00m

$535

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Sat 25/4

18:25-23:50

Nonstop3h 25m

Christchurch

Sat 2/5

06:10-08:05

Nonstop3h 55m

$550

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Sat 25/4

18:25-23:50

Nonstop3h 25m

Christchurch

Sat 2/5

06:10-08:05

Nonstop3h 55m

$553

BrisbaneChristchurch

BNE - CHC

BNECHC

Brisbane

Thu 26/2

17:55-00:25

Nonstop3h 30m

Christchurch

Thu 12/3

15:55-16:40

Nonstop3h 45m

$581

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 13/2

18:55-23:55

Nonstop3h 00m

Christchurch

Mon 2/3

18:20-19:40

Nonstop3h 20m

$634

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Christchurch?

The cheapest month to fly to Christchurch from Australia is in May. Flight prices, which tend to average around $544, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit Christchurch in May, then you should wait until March to fly from Australia, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $546.

What is the absolute cheapest flight to Christchurch?

Users booking trips to Christchurch from Wellington found flights 75% cheaper than the average price of flights to Christchurch. To find the cheapest price to Christchurch from your area, use momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Christchurch?

The cheapest day to depart from Australia to Christchurch is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $598. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Friday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Christchurch on Friday is $637.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Christchurch?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Christchurch is in the afternoon. Flights from Australia to Christchurch during this time can be as low as $597. Flights in the evening are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of $785.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Christchurch from Australia when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Christchurch for around $616 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Christchurch from Australia for as low as $547 on momondo.

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CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO CHRISTCHURCH FROM SYDNEY	May	12% cheaper	Flying from Sydney to Christchurch costs on average just $544 in May
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO CHRISTCHURCH FROM SYDNEY	December	32% more expensive	It costs about $817 for flights to Christchurch from Sydney in December
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO CHRISTCHURCH FROM SYDNEY	December	382% more users visited	More momondo users searched in flights to Christchurch from Sydney in December than any other month

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Summary info about Christchurch flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	$227
Best Round-Trip Price	$426
Fastest flight time	3h 10m
Popular in	December

The best one-way flight price to Christchurch from Australia in the last 72 hours is $227 (Cairns to Christchurch).

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The best round-trip flight price to Christchurch from Australia in the last 72 hours is $426 (Coolangatta Gold Coast to Christchurch).

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The fastest flight to Christchurch from Australia takes 3h 10m (Sydney Kingsford Smith to Christchurch).

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December has the highest demand for flights to Christchurch, with a 6% price increase on average.

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Frequently asked questions about flying to Christchurch

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

The ideal time to book your flight to Christchurch is 84 days in advance, when prices tend to average $616.

Is there an alternative airport near Christchurch?

Finding an alternative and possibly cheaper destination airport near Christchurch is possible. If you are planning a flight to Christchurch, consider booking flights to Timaru Airport (141 km from Christchurch city centre) or Kaikoura Airport (151 km from Christchurch city centre).

Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into Christchurch?

The cheapest airport near Christchurch is typically Timaru Airport, with an average price of $361/person. These prices vary based on where travellers are coming from. It is suggested that travellers looking to save money try momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Christchurch Airport?

Prices for flights to Christchurch Airport refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Christchurch Airport?

There are 6 operators available for flights to Christchurch Airport as of October 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly to Christchurch Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel to Christchurch Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Christchurch Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Christchurch Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Christchurch Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Flights to Christchurch with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

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