Cheap flights from Christchurch to California from $676

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 30/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — LAX
14 Nov — 21 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

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 15 October 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,337

One-way from

$676

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,456

Good round-trip deal

$1,638 or less
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 30/1-21/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 58h 33m total
  • Christchurch to California
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 30/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 24h 03m total
  • Christchurch to California
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($101 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($55 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in October 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 15 October 2025.

Thu 27/1114:05CHC - LAX
1 stop18h 45mFiji Airways
Thu 4/1222:45LAX - CHC
1 stop17h 25mFiji Airways
Deal found 13/10$1,598
Thu 27/1114:05CHC - LAX
1 stop18h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/1222:45LAX - CHC
2 stops21h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/10$1,682
Fri 28/1107:00CHC - LAX
2 stops24h 40mAir New Zealand
Fri 5/1219:05LAX - CHC
2 stops19h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 14/10$1,785
Thu 27/1106:00CHC - LAX
2 stops29h 56mUnited Airlines
Thu 4/1213:33LAX - CHC
2 stops26h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 13/10$1,819
Fri 28/1106:05CHC - LAX
1 stop22h 20mQantas Airways
Fri 5/1218:35LAX - CHC
1 stop22h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 14/10$1,831
Fri 28/1106:00CHC - LAX
2 stops27h 27mUnited Airlines
Fri 5/1209:00LAX - CHC
2 stops28h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 14/10$1,854
Wed 29/1015:55CHC - SFO
2 stops23h 38mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/1117:09SFO - CHC
2 stops24h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/10$1,864
Fri 14/1116:35CHC - SFO
1 stop20h 20mAmerican Airlines
Tue 18/1120:15SFO - CHC
1 stop30h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$1,870
Fri 28/1105:45CHC - SFO
1 stop22h 20mAir New Zealand
Fri 5/1223:25SFO - CHC
Nonstop14h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 14/10$1,878
Sun 14/1214:15CHC - SFO
Nonstop13h 00mAir New Zealand
Sat 10/119:50SFO - CHC
2 stops20h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 12/10$1,901
Sun 14/1214:10CHC - SFO
1 stop19h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/121:45SFO - CHC
2 stops22h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$1,905
Thu 11/1206:00CHC - LAX
1 stop21h 50mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/118:35LAX - CHC
1 stop19h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$1,910

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

Fly from

Christchurch

Fly to

California

Route

Departure

Return

Price

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Fri 30/1

06:10-11:48

2 stops26h 38m

Los Angeles

Sat 21/2

18:10-23:05

2 stops31h 55m

$1,337

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Mon 26/1

08:45-11:48

2 stops24h 03m

Los Angeles

Fri 6/2

14:10-00:40

2 stops37h 30m

$1,347

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Sun 1/2

15:05-10:40

1 stop16h 35m

Los Angeles

Mon 16/2

19:05-08:05

1 stop16h 00m

$1,545

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Mon 9/3

14:40-11:40

2 stops17h 00m

Los Angeles

Thu 19/3

21:10-11:40

2 stops18h 30m

$1,607

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Fri 30/1

15:05-11:15

1 stop17h 10m

Los Angeles

Thu 5/2

20:10-11:25

1 stop18h 15m

$1,624

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Thu 22/1

13:45-20:10

2 stops27h 25m

San Francisco

Fri 23/1

20:15-15:25

1 stop22h 10m

$1,673

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Sun 1/2

06:10-13:24

2 stops28h 14m

Los Angeles

Mon 16/2

18:10-23:05

3 stops31h 55m

$1,694

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Thu 22/1

13:00-07:05

1 stop15h 05m

San Francisco

Fri 23/1

22:45-12:25

1 stop16h 40m

$1,719

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Thu 15/1

19:50-10:40

2 stops35h 50m

Los Angeles

Tue 20/1

20:10-15:25

1 stop22h 15m

$1,768

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Thu 22/1

06:10-10:39

2 stops25h 29m

San Francisco

Fri 23/1

19:01-20:25

3 stops28h 24m

$1,817

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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 $958). Flying from Christchurch to California in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,237). 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 15 October 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Christchurch to California in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 17% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

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 15 October 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.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 16
6.0
Good

Christopher,Jun 2025

LAX - NAN

No attempt to make you comfortable. All they care about is how can they pack more people on the plane and how can they charge you for as much as possible. I find it invasive and discriminatory that you weigh my carryon (or any of my naggage frankly). If I physically weighed 15kilos more and my bag weighed under your stupid and arbitrary weight limit I would not be charged... but if I'm a person who is skinny and weighs less, well heaven forbid my bag is 1 kilo heavier than you wish!! $$$ VERY VERY DISCRIMINATORY POLICY!! NEXT TIME I'LL TRY TO EAT MY BAGGAGE SO THAT I CAN TAKE ON AS MUCH WEIGHT AS I WANT! Yeah... sounds ridiculous doesn't it!? No more ridiculous than you charging more for people who bring more baggage weight while letting obese people carry on all the weight they want! It just proves it has absolutely nothing to do with safety, or even your operating costs... Just squeezing as much money out of us as possible!!

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 16
6.0
Good

Christopher,Jun 2025

LAX - NAN

No attempt to make you comfortable. All they care about is how can they pack more people on the plane and how can they charge you for as much as possible. I find it invasive and discriminatory that you weigh my carryon (or any of my naggage frankly). If I physically weighed 15kilos more and my bag weighed under your stupid and arbitrary weight limit I would not be charged... but if I'm a person who is skinny and weighs less, well heaven forbid my bag is 1 kilo heavier than you wish!! $$$ VERY VERY DISCRIMINATORY POLICY!! NEXT TIME I'LL TRY TO EAT MY BAGGAGE SO THAT I CAN TAKE ON AS MUCH WEIGHT AS I WANT! Yeah... sounds ridiculous doesn't it!? No more ridiculous than you charging more for people who bring more baggage weight while letting obese people carry on all the weight they want! It just proves it has absolutely nothing to do with safety, or even your operating costs... Just squeezing as much money out of us as possible!!

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 16
6.0
Good

Christopher,Jun 2025

LAX - NAN

No attempt to make you comfortable. All they care about is how can they pack more people on the plane and how can they charge you for as much as possible. I find it invasive and discriminatory that you weigh my carryon (or any of my naggage frankly). If I physically weighed 15kilos more and my bag weighed under your stupid and arbitrary weight limit I would not be charged... but if I'm a person who is skinny and weighs less, well heaven forbid my bag is 1 kilo heavier than you wish!! $$$ VERY VERY DISCRIMINATORY POLICY!! NEXT TIME I'LL TRY TO EAT MY BAGGAGE SO THAT I CAN TAKE ON AS MUCH WEIGHT AS I WANT! Yeah... sounds ridiculous doesn't it!? No more ridiculous than you charging more for people who bring more baggage weight while letting obese people carry on all the weight they want! It just proves it has absolutely nothing to do with safety, or even your operating costs... Just squeezing as much money out of us as possible!!

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 16
6.0
Good

Christopher,Jun 2025

LAX - NAN

No attempt to make you comfortable. All they care about is how can they pack more people on the plane and how can they charge you for as much as possible. I find it invasive and discriminatory that you weigh my carryon (or any of my naggage frankly). If I physically weighed 15kilos more and my bag weighed under your stupid and arbitrary weight limit I would not be charged... but if I'm a person who is skinny and weighs less, well heaven forbid my bag is 1 kilo heavier than you wish!! $$$ VERY VERY DISCRIMINATORY POLICY!! NEXT TIME I'LL TRY TO EAT MY BAGGAGE SO THAT I CAN TAKE ON AS MUCH WEIGHT AS I WANT! Yeah... sounds ridiculous doesn't it!? No more ridiculous than you charging more for people who bring more baggage weight while letting obese people carry on all the weight they want! It just proves it has absolutely nothing to do with safety, or even your operating costs... Just squeezing as much money out of us as possible!!

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 16
6.0
Good

Christopher,Jun 2025

LAX - NAN

No attempt to make you comfortable. All they care about is how can they pack more people on the plane and how can they charge you for as much as possible. I find it invasive and discriminatory that you weigh my carryon (or any of my naggage frankly). If I physically weighed 15kilos more and my bag weighed under your stupid and arbitrary weight limit I would not be charged... but if I'm a person who is skinny and weighs less, well heaven forbid my bag is 1 kilo heavier than you wish!! $$$ VERY VERY DISCRIMINATORY POLICY!! NEXT TIME I'LL TRY TO EAT MY BAGGAGE SO THAT I CAN TAKE ON AS MUCH WEIGHT AS I WANT! Yeah... sounds ridiculous doesn't it!? No more ridiculous than you charging more for people who bring more baggage weight while letting obese people carry on all the weight they want! It just proves it has absolutely nothing to do with safety, or even your operating costs... Just squeezing as much money out of us as possible!!

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 16
6.0
Good

Christopher,Jun 2025

LAX - NAN

No attempt to make you comfortable. All they care about is how can they pack more people on the plane and how can they charge you for as much as possible. I find it invasive and discriminatory that you weigh my carryon (or any of my naggage frankly). If I physically weighed 15kilos more and my bag weighed under your stupid and arbitrary weight limit I would not be charged... but if I'm a person who is skinny and weighs less, well heaven forbid my bag is 1 kilo heavier than you wish!! $$$ VERY VERY DISCRIMINATORY POLICY!! NEXT TIME I'LL TRY TO EAT MY BAGGAGE SO THAT I CAN TAKE ON AS MUCH WEIGHT AS I WANT! Yeah... sounds ridiculous doesn't it!? No more ridiculous than you charging more for people who bring more baggage weight while letting obese people carry on all the weight they want! It just proves it has absolutely nothing to do with safety, or even your operating costs... Just squeezing as much money out of us as possible!!

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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 16h 35m. Air Canada provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,545. 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 $676 on Air Canada. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air New Zealand from $809 and United Airlines from $824 one-way.

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

  • 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.

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    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 $958). Flying from Christchurch to California in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,237). 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$961Average$1,341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,086Average$1,266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,094Average$1,325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,094Average$1,738FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,153Average$1,825FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,383Average$1,825FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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