How much are direct flights to Christchurch?

On average, a one-way direct flight to Christchurch will cost users approximately $208. If you're looking for a direct return flight to Christchurch, you can expect to pay around $466.

Which airlines fly direct to Christchurch?

At the moment, Jetstar, Air New Zealand, Sounds Air, Fiji Airways, Emirates offer direct flights to Christchurch. Jetstar is currently the most popular airline that flies direct to Christchurch.

How long is a direct flight to Christchurch?

While the flight duration depends heavily on the origin, travellers can expect non-stop flights to Christchurch to last approximately 1h 21m on average. The quickest direct flight to Christchurch at this time departs from Wellington (0h 50m), while the longest leaves from Tauranga (2h 05m).

What is the best time of year to fly direct to Christchurch?

If you're seeking the lowest price on a direct flight to Christchurch, September is worth consideration, as prices are usually at their lowest, on average. September may be most appealing to users looking for the quietest time to visit Christchurch, when demand is typically at its lowest.

What is the most popular direct flight origin to Christchurch?

Currently, the most popular direct flight origin to Christchurch is Auckland. A return direct flight from Auckland to Christchurch typically costs around $137.

At the moment, the best time to book a non-stop flight to Christchurch is in May with an average price of $97. If you're looking to fly direct to Christchurch in November, expect to pay the most, with an average price of $187. Keep in mind that different factors like airlines, departure airports, and times can affect the cost of your flight, so it's a good idea to compare these to find the best deal.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Christchurch ranges from 40.0 - 60.0 mm per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Christchurch when rainfall is around 40.0 mm.

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Tue 12/806:25AKL - CHC

Nonstop1h 25mJetstar

Wed 20/820:30CHC - AKL

Nonstop1h 20mJetstar

Deal found 1/7$127

Sat 30/815:00AKL - CHC

Nonstop1h 25mAir New Zealand

Sat 6/917:00CHC - AKL

Nonstop1h 25mAir New Zealand

Deal found 2/7$159

Sat 19/714:30AKL - CHC

Nonstop1h 25mMultiple Airlines

Mon 21/709:40CHC - AKL

Nonstop1h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 2/7$166

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Tue 12/806:25AKL - CHC

Nonstop1h 25mJetstar

Wed 20/820:30CHC - AKL

Nonstop1h 20mJetstar

Deal found 1/7$127

Sat 30/815:00AKL - CHC

Nonstop1h 25mAir New Zealand

Sat 6/917:00CHC - AKL

Nonstop1h 25mAir New Zealand

Deal found 2/7$159

Sat 19/714:30AKL - CHC

Nonstop1h 25mMultiple Airlines

Mon 21/709:40CHC - AKL

Nonstop1h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 2/7$166

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Wed 9/711:40AKL - CHC

Nonstop1h 25mJetstar

Wed 16/706:15CHC - AKL

Nonstop1h 20mJetstar

Deal found 2/7$261

Mon 7/721:15AKL - CHC

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Mon 14/720:30CHC - AKL

Nonstop1h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 30/6$296

Thu 10/720:00AKL - CHC

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Sun 13/708:05CHC - AKL

Nonstop1h 25mAir New Zealand

Deal found 30/6$436

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Route

Departure

Return

Price

AucklandChristchurch

AKL - CHC

AKLCHC

Auckland Intl

Sat 19/7

16:10-17:35

Nonstop1h 25m

Christchurch

Mon 21/7

09:40-11:00

Nonstop1h 20m

$127

AucklandChristchurch

AKL - CHC

AKLCHC

Auckland Intl

Sat 30/8

15:00-16:25

Nonstop1h 25m

Christchurch

Sat 6/9

17:00-18:25

Nonstop1h 25m

$159

AucklandChristchurch

AKL - CHC

AKLCHC

Auckland Intl

Sat 19/7

14:30-15:55

Nonstop1h 25m

Christchurch

Mon 21/7

09:40-11:00

Nonstop1h 20m

$166

AucklandChristchurch

AKL - CHC

AKLCHC

Auckland Intl

Tue 9/9

18:30-19:55

Nonstop1h 25m

$58

AucklandChristchurch

AKL - CHC

AKLCHC

Auckland Intl

Sun 24/8

21:15-22:40

Nonstop1h 25m

$99

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Reviews of airlines flying non-stop to Christchurch

Read through reviews of airlines serving New Zealand, such as Air New Zealand and Jetstar. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very Good

486 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Anonymous,May 2025

AKL - SFO

It was a United plane, the seating was too tight.

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very Good

486 reviews

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very Good

486 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Anonymous,May 2025

AKL - SFO

It was a United plane, the seating was too tight.

Jetstar

6.5

Okay

455 reviews

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very Good

486 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Anonymous,May 2025

AKL - SFO

It was a United plane, the seating was too tight.

Temperature and rainfall in Christchurch by month

CHC Temperature	6 - 17 °C

CHC

Temperature

6 - 17 °C

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Christchurch, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 6.0 C).

FAQ about direct flights to Christchurch

How much are direct flights to Christchurch?
On average, a one-way direct flight to Christchurch will cost users approximately $208. If you're looking for a direct return flight to Christchurch, you can expect to pay around $466.
Which airlines fly direct to Christchurch?
At the moment, Jetstar, Air New Zealand, Sounds Air, Fiji Airways, Emirates offer direct flights to Christchurch. Jetstar is currently the most popular airline that flies direct to Christchurch.
How long is a direct flight to Christchurch?
While the flight duration depends heavily on the origin, travellers can expect non-stop flights to Christchurch to last approximately 1h 21m on average. The quickest direct flight to Christchurch at this time departs from Wellington (0h 50m), while the longest leaves from Tauranga (2h 05m).
What is the best time of year to fly direct to Christchurch?
If you're seeking the lowest price on a direct flight to Christchurch, September is worth consideration, as prices are usually at their lowest, on average. September may be most appealing to users looking for the quietest time to visit Christchurch, when demand is typically at its lowest.
What is the most popular direct flight origin to Christchurch?
Currently, the most popular direct flight origin to Christchurch is Auckland. A return direct flight from Auckland to Christchurch typically costs around $137.

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