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Cheap flights from Christchurch to Africa from $1,959

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 18/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — JNB
5 Dec — 12 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Christchurch to Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Christchurch to Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 5 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,959

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$3,342
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 18/2-23/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 62h 45m total
  • Christchurch to Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price ($163 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($86 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Christchurch to Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Christchurch to Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 5 November 2025.

Tue 18/1106:10CHC - JNB
2 stops37h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 29/1111:20JNB - CHC
1 stop38h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/11$2,192
Tue 18/1106:20CHC - JNB
2 stops45h 15mEmirates
Sat 29/1118:50JNB - CHC
2 stops32h 10mEmirates
Deal found 3/11$2,205
Tue 25/1109:15CHC - JNB
2 stops42h 20mEmirates
Sat 29/1122:20JNB - CHC
2 stops39h 05mEmirates
Deal found 3/11$2,289
Sun 9/1118:20CHC - CPT
2 stops52h 20mEmirates
Thu 13/1113:40CPT - CHC
2 stops37h 20mEmirates
Deal found 4/11$2,444
Tue 4/1115:55CHC - CPT
2 stops54h 45mEmirates
Fri 7/1113:40CPT - CHC
2 stops47h 45mEmirates
Deal found 3/11$2,467
Thu 4/1206:05CHC - JNB
1 stop19h 55mQantas Airways
Thu 4/1217:30JNB - CHC
1 stop19h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/11$2,658
Wed 3/1209:15CHC - CAI
2 stops30h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/1218:50CAI - CHC
2 stops41h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/11$2,788
Tue 4/1118:20CHC - CPT
3 stops53h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 7/1113:40CPT - CHC
2 stops47h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/11$2,806
Tue 25/1116:05CHC - JNB
2 stops37h 30mSingapore Airlines
Sat 29/1119:55JNB - CHC
1 stop40h 55mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 3/11$2,952
Thu 4/1214:20CHC - JNB
1 stop28h 05mCathay Pacific
Wed 10/1211:00JNB - CHC
1 stop38h 50mCathay Pacific
Deal found 3/11$3,060
Thu 4/1206:45CHC - JNB
2 stops35h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/1211:00JNB - CHC
1 stop38h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/11$3,086
Sun 9/1116:00CHC - CPT
3 stops28h 25mSingapore Airlines
Thu 13/1110:40CPT - CHC
3 stops58h 25mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 4/11$3,342

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Christchurch

Fly to

Africa

Route

Departure

Return

Price

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Wed 18/2

16:05-06:10

2 stops25h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/3

19:55-14:30

2 stops31h 35m

$1,959

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Tue 18/11

06:10-08:20

2 stops37h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 29/11

11:20-12:50

1 stop38h 30m

$2,192

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Tue 18/11

06:20-16:35

2 stops45h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 29/11

18:50-14:00

2 stops32h 10m

$2,205

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Tue 25/11

06:05-16:35

2 stops45h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 29/11

18:50-14:00

2 stops32h 10m

$2,295

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Wed 18/2

06:20-10:25

3 stops39h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/3

13:25-14:00

2 stops37h 35m

$2,312

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Thu 4/12

06:05-15:00

1 stop19h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/12

17:30-23:55

1 stop19h 25m

$2,658

ChristchurchNairobi

CHC - NBO

CHCNBO

Christchurch

Thu 19/3

06:05-21:40

3 stops49h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 23/3

23:35-23:55

3 stops62h 20m

$2,783

ChristchurchCairo

CHC - CAI

CHCCAI

Christchurch

Wed 3/12

09:15-05:10

2 stops30h 55m

Cairo

Wed 10/12

18:50-23:05

2 stops41h 15m

$2,788

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Tue 25/11

16:05-18:35

2 stops37h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 29/11

19:55-23:50

1 stop40h 55m

$2,952

ChristchurchNairobi

CHC - NBO

CHCNBO

Christchurch

Thu 19/3

15:15-00:50

2 stops43h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 23/3

13:40-23:05

2 stops47h 25m

$3,018

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Best time to book a flight from Christchurch to Africa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Christchurch to Africa

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Christchurch to Africa?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to Africa (average of $1,293). Flying from Christchurch to Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,044). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CHC to AF?

Find hourly flight availability from Christchurch to Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 5 November 2025.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 28% on flights from Christchurch to Africa by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Christchurch to Africa?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Christchurch to Africa. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Christchurch to Africa flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Africa. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Africa. Reviews last updated 5 November 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Christchurch to Africa, such as Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andCathay Pacific. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,402 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,402 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,402 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,391 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,402 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,052 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,402 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
927 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,402 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,285 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,402 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Christchurch to Africa?

    Most people fly from Christchurch (CHC) if they book a flight from Christchurch to Africa. Christchurch is conveniently located just 9.5 km from Christchurch’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Christchurch to Africa?

    Singapore Airlines, Emirates, and British Airways can get you from Christchurch to Africa in just under 25h 05m. Your travel time can differ by up to 24h 30m. There are 11450 km between Christchurch and Africa. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from Christchurch to Africa?

    Most travellers choose Christchurch - Johannesburg OR Tambo, Christchurch - Cape Town Intl or Christchurch - Cairo when deciding on the best route from Christchurch to Africa.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Christchurch to Africa that include hotel bookings?

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Christchurch to Africa?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to Africa (average of $1,293). Flying from Christchurch to Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,044). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 6 airlines flying from Christchurch to Africa

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Christchurch to Africa. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 5 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapest$920Average$2,626FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,706Average$2,534FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,715Average$2,116FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,823Average$2,793FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,940Average$3,159FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$2,380Average$2,904FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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