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Cheap flights from Christchurch to Australia from $183

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 21/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — SYD
2 Jan — 9 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Christchurch to Australia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Christchurch to Australia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 3 December 2025.

Tue 23/1216:10CHC - OOL
Nonstop3h 35mJetstar
Tue 30/1217:40OOL - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 2/12$677
Fri 19/1206:00CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 20/112:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/12$688
Mon 22/1216:10CHC - OOL
Nonstop3h 35mJetstar
Tue 30/1217:40OOL - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 2/12$691
Wed 24/1216:10CHC - OOL
Nonstop3h 35mJetstar
Sun 28/1217:40OOL - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 1/12$709
Thu 25/1216:10CHC - OOL
Nonstop3h 35mJetstar
Tue 30/1217:40OOL - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 2/12$733
Mon 8/1206:05CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 55mQantas Airways
Mon 8/1218:50MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 1/12$735
Tue 9/1206:20CHC - BNE
Nonstop3h 45mQantas Airways
Fri 12/1217:55BNE - CHC
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 2/12$735
Tue 23/1216:10CHC - OOL
Nonstop3h 35mJetstar
Wed 31/1217:40OOL - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 2/12$735
Wed 3/1208:10CHC - OOL
1 stop9h 20mJetstar
Tue 16/1217:40OOL - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 2/12$737
Sat 20/1216:10CHC - OOL
Nonstop3h 35mJetstar
Fri 26/1217:40OOL - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 1/12$749
Sat 20/1216:10CHC - OOL
Nonstop3h 35mJetstar
Thu 25/1217:40OOL - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 1/12$754
Mon 29/1209:15CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Sat 10/112:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 1/12$772

Find flight deals from Christchurch to Australia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Christchurch to Australia flight deals. Data was last updated 3 December 2025.

Round-trip from

$485

One-way from

$183

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$749

Good round-trip deal

$510 or less

Good one-way deal

$190 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 2/2-12/2
  • Nonstop
  • 7h 00m total
  • Christchurch to Australia
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 21/1
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 35m total
  • Christchurch to Australia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($77 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($15 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Christchurch to Australia that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 3 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Christchurch to Australia that are best for you.

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Christchurch

Fly to

Australia

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Departure

Return

Price

ChristchurchCoolangatta

CHC - OOL

CHCOOL

Christchurch

Thu 26/3

16:10-16:45

Nonstop3h 35m

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Sun 29/3

10:55-20:25

1 stop6h 30m

$553

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Sat 28/2

07:00-08:10

1 stop27h 10m

Melbourne

Sun 15/3

18:55-00:20

Nonstop3h 25m

$588

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Fri 1/5

06:10-08:05

Nonstop3h 55m

Melbourne

Tue 5/5

09:10-14:35

Nonstop3h 25m

$590

ChristchurchBrisbane

CHC - BNE

CHCBNE

Christchurch

Thu 14/5

12:55-19:15

1 stop8h 20m

Brisbane

Mon 18/5

23:55-08:40

1 stop6h 45m

$602

ChristchurchCairns

CHC - CNS

CHCCNS

Christchurch

Mon 16/2

08:20-10:55

Nonstop5h 35m

Cairns

Thu 26/2

07:15-15:10

Nonstop4h 55m

$606

ChristchurchBrisbane

CHC - BNE

CHCBNE

Christchurch

Mon 9/2

08:45-09:40

Nonstop3h 55m

Brisbane

Wed 18/2

18:10-00:40

Nonstop3h 30m

$614

ChristchurchBrisbane

CHC - BNE

CHCBNE

Christchurch

Mon 9/2

08:45-09:40

Nonstop3h 55m

Brisbane

Tue 17/2

18:10-00:40

Nonstop3h 30m

$614

ChristchurchCoolangatta

CHC - OOL

CHCOOL

Christchurch

Tue 17/3

11:50-17:05

1 stop8h 15m

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Tue 31/3

17:35-08:40

1 stop12h 05m

$625

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Fri 6/3

06:05-08:00

Nonstop3h 55m

Melbourne

Mon 16/3

18:50-10:10

2 stops13h 20m

$635

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Fri 23/1

06:05-08:00

Nonstop3h 55m

Melbourne

Mon 26/1

12:05-17:20

Nonstop3h 15m

$639

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Best time to book a flight from Christchurch to Australia

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to Australia (average of $246). Flying from Christchurch to Australia in January is currently the most expensive (average of $417). 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 AU?

Find hourly flight availability from Christchurch to Australia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 3 December 2025.

When flying from Christchurch to Australia, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 43% versus a flight at midday.

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

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

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

Weekly flight availability from Christchurch to Australia

Explore weekly flight availability from Christchurch to Australia. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 3 December 2025.

The most flights from CHC to AU0 are scheduled on a Monday (29 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (29 on average).

How often are flights from Christchurch to Australia delayed?

About 15% of weekly flights between Christchurch and Australia have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 104 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Christchurch to Australia flights?

Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Sunday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Tuesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Christchurch to Australia flights?

Over the past year, Emirates have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 3% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Australia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Australia. 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 Australia. Reviews last updated 3 December 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Christchurch to Australia, such as Emirates, Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,432 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,432 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,432 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
542 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,432 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
947 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,432 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Jetstar
6.6
Okay
488 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,432 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Christchurch to Australia. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Christchurch (CHC), located 9.5 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Christchurch to Australia.

  • How popular is this Christchurch to Australia flight route?

    Flights from Christchurch to Australia have been viewed 15,124 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from Christchurch to Australia?

    Air New Zealand, Jetstar, and Qantas Airways can get you from Christchurch to Australia in just under 8h 20m. Your travel time can differ by up to 18h 50m. The distance from Christchurch to Australia is about 2494 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Christchurch to Australia one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $165 on Jetstar. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air New Zealand from $200 and Qantas Airways from $223 one-way.

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

    While some choose either Christchurch - Melbourne or Christchurch - Brisbane, Christchurch - Sydney Kingsford Smith is the most popular route from Christchurch to Australia.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Christchurch to Australia?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Christchurch to Australia are Air Canada (73%), Asiana Airlines (73%) and United Airlines (73%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Christchurch to Australia?

    On average you can expect to pay $2,225 for a flight from Christchurch to Australia. The cheapest flight overall is $279 while the most popular route, (Christchurch - Sydney Kingsford Smith) is currently priced at $578.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on Christchurch to Australia flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Christchurch to Australia?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Christchurch to Australia.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Christchurch to Australia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Christchurch to Australia by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to Australia (average of $246). Flying from Christchurch to Australia in January is currently the most expensive (average of $417). 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 4 airlines flying from Christchurch to Australia

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Christchurch to Australia. 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 3 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$296Average$752FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest$401Average$926FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$483Average$852FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$490Average$950FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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