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Cheap flights from Christchurch to California from $585

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 23/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — LAX
14 Dec — 21 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Christchurch to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Christchurch to California flight deals. Data was last updated 14 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,174

One-way from

$585

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,346

Good round-trip deal

$1,822 or less
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 9/3-19/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 05m total
  • Christchurch to California
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Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 23/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 50m total
  • Christchurch to California
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($131 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($56 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Cheapest flights from Christchurch to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Christchurch to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 14 November 2025.

Mon 22/1213:45CHC - LAX
1 stop19h 45mQantas Airways
Mon 29/1221:25LAX - CHC
1 stop21h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/11$1,208
Thu 25/1216:00CHC - LAX
1 stop16h 15mAir New Zealand
Mon 29/1220:10LAX - CHC
1 stop18h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/11$1,234
Mon 22/1217:00CHC - LAX
1 stop15h 15mAir New Zealand
Mon 29/1219:05LAX - CHC
2 stops18h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 10/11$1,277
Sun 28/1213:45CHC - SFO
1 stop23h 10mQantas Airways
Sun 4/120:15SFO - CHC
1 stop22h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 13/11$1,392
Wed 24/1206:15CHC - LAX
1 stop21h 45mAmerican Airlines
Thu 8/123:45LAX - CHC
1 stop17h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$1,393
Sat 27/1215:05CHC - LAX
1 stop16h 35mAir New Zealand
Sat 3/119:05LAX - CHC
1 stop16h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 12/11$1,416
Fri 12/1214:15CHC - SFO
Nonstop13h 00mUnited Airlines
Sun 28/1223:25SFO - CHC
Nonstop14h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 13/11$1,510
Fri 12/1216:35CHC - SFO
1 stop20h 20mQantas Airways
Sun 28/1220:15SFO - CHC
1 stop19h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 13/11$1,632
Fri 12/1206:05CHC - SFO
1 stop30h 50mAmerican Airlines
Sun 28/1207:09SFO - CHC
2 stops33h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 13/11$1,672
Fri 14/1116:35CHC - SFO
1 stop20h 20mQantas Airways
Tue 18/1120:15SFO - CHC
1 stop22h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/11$1,697
Mon 29/1217:00CHC - SAN
2 stops27h 37mAir New Zealand
Mon 5/111:12SAN - CHC
2 stops27h 13mAir New Zealand
Deal found 13/11$1,764
Mon 29/1206:15CHC - SAN
2 stops29h 19mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/116:25SAN - CHC
3 stops23h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 13/11$1,792

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Christchurch to California that are best for you.

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Christchurch

Fly to

California

Route

Departure

Return

Price

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Mon 9/3

14:10-12:50

1 stop18h 40m

Los Angeles

Thu 19/3

23:45-13:10

1 stop17h 25m

$1,176

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Mon 22/12

13:45-12:30

1 stop19h 45m

Los Angeles

Mon 29/12

21:25-15:25

1 stop21h 00m

$1,208

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Wed 21/1

15:55-14:30

1 stop19h 35m

Los Angeles

Wed 4/2

21:25-15:25

1 stop21h 00m

$1,261

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Thu 25/12

14:00-11:15

2 stops18h 15m

Los Angeles

Mon 29/12

19:05-09:55

1 stop17h 50m

$1,266

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Mon 9/3

15:55-15:30

1 stop19h 35m

Los Angeles

Thu 19/3

22:25-15:25

1 stop21h 00m

$1,289

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Mon 26/1

06:05-07:25

1 stop22h 20m

Los Angeles

Fri 6/2

20:50-14:55

1 stop21h 05m

$1,289

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Mon 26/1

14:00-10:40

2 stops17h 40m

Los Angeles

Fri 6/2

20:10-10:25

1 stop17h 15m

$1,294

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Mon 9/3

14:40-12:15

2 stops17h 35m

Los Angeles

Thu 19/3

21:10-09:05

1 stop15h 55m

$1,294

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Wed 4/2

06:00-08:25

1 stop23h 25m

San Francisco

Wed 18/2

23:25-10:35

Nonstop14h 10m

$1,358

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Thu 5/2

06:00-08:25

1 stop23h 25m

San Francisco

Wed 18/2

23:25-10:35

Nonstop14h 10m

$1,358

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Best time to book a flight from Christchurch to California

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to California (average of $964). Flying from Christchurch to California in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,247). 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 CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Christchurch to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 14 November 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Christchurch to California in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 9% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

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

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Christchurch to California flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings 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 California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated 14 November 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Christchurch to California, such as Fiji Airways, Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
209 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
209 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
209 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
526 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
209 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
934 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
209 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,016 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
209 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,450 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
209 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 9.5 km from the city centre, Christchurch (CHC) is the airport most travellers will use when flying to California from Christchurch.

  • How long is the flight from Christchurch to California?

    A quick flight from Christchurch to California can take about 18h 15m. Fiji Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,266. There are 11082 km between Christchurch and California. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $585 on Fiji Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air Canada from $611 and Qantas Airways from $615 one-way.

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

    When deciding which route to take from Christchurch to California, consider Christchurch - Los Angeles, Christchurch - San Francisco or Christchurch - San Diego, as they are the most popular.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Christchurch to California 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 California?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to California (average of $964). Flying from Christchurch to California in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,247). 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 California

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Christchurch to California. 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 14 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$969Average$1,351FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,094Average$1,281FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,102Average$1,335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,103Average$1,752FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,162Average$1,792FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,391Average$1,826FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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