Cheap flights from Christchurch to Cape Town from $1,398

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 15/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — CPT
6 Sep — 13 Sep1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Christchurch to Cape Town Intl are usually found in October or February, booked 49 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Saturday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Christchurch to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Christchurch (CHC) to Cape Town (CPT). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 1 September 2025.

Round-trip from

$2,185

One-way from

$1,398

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$2,741
Emirates
  • Emirates
  • 14/10-21/10
  • 4 total stops
  • 84h 25m total
  • Christchurch to Cape Town
Emirates
  • Emirates
  • 15/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 45m total
  • Christchurch to Cape Town
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($203 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($85 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025

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Cheapest flights from Christchurch to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Christchurch to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 1 September 2025.

Di 14/1016:40CHC - CPT
2 stops35h 10mEmirates
Di 21/1013:05CPT - CHC
2 stops49h 15mEmirates
Deal found 30/8$2,185
Mi 15/1016:40CHC - CPT
2 stops35h 10mEmirates
Mi 22/1013:05CPT - CHC
2 stops38h 40mEmirates
Deal found 31/8$2,186
So 9/1115:55CHC - CPT
2 stops54h 45mEmirates
Do 13/1113:40CPT - CHC
2 stops37h 20mEmirates
Deal found 29/8$2,371
Di 14/1018:20CHC - CPT
3 stops37h 10mMultiple Airlines
Di 21/1013:05CPT - CHC
2 stops49h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/8$2,381
Mo 15/916:40CHC - CPT
2 stops32h 45mEmirates
Do 18/918:25CPT - CHC
2 stops43h 34mEmirates
Deal found 31/8$2,497

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Christchurch to Cape Town 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 1 September 2025.
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Christchurch

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Cape Town

Route

Departure

Return

Price

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Di 14/10

16:40-16:50

2 stops35h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Di 21/10

13:05-01:20

2 stops49h 15m

$2,185

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Mi 15/10

16:40-16:50

2 stops35h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Mi 22/10

13:05-14:45

2 stops38h 40m

$2,186

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

So 9/11

15:55-11:40

2 stops54h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Do 13/11

13:40-14:00

2 stops37h 20m

$2,371

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Di 14/10

18:20-20:30

3 stops37h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Di 21/10

13:05-01:20

2 stops49h 15m

$2,381

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Mo 15/9

16:40-15:25

2 stops32h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Do 18/9

18:25-23:59

2 stops43h 34m

$2,497

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Mo 15/9

16:40-15:25

2 stops32h 45m

$1,398

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Mo 15/9

17:45-18:15

3 stops58h 30m

$1,561

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 31/8

Best time to book a flight from Christchurch to Cape Town

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Christchurch to Cape Town

How far ahead should I book a flight from Christchurch to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Christchurch to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 29 August 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Christchurch to Cape Town, you should look to book at least 49 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to Cape Town (average of $1,210). Flying from Christchurch to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,740). 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 CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from Christchurch to Cape Town. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 1 September 2025.

When flying from Christchurch to Cape Town, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 38% versus a flight at midday.

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. 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 Cape Town. Reviews last updated 1 September 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andSouth African from Christchurch to Cape Town by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Christchurch to Cape Town?

    There are many flights that can get you from Christchurch to Cape Town in 35h 10m. Fly via Emirates to get the fastest option. There are 10997 km between Christchurch and Cape Town.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Christchurch to Cape Town round-trip?

    Currently priced at $1,711, Singapore Airlines will fly you from Christchurch to Cape Town and back. In addition to Singapore Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Qantas Airways and Emirates - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,833 and $1,967, respectively. Users have found that Singapore Airlines is 27% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Christchurch to Cape Town?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Christchurch to Cape Town 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 Cape Town?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to Cape Town (average of $1,210). Flying from Christchurch to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,740). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,712Average$2,147FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,833Average$2,366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,970Average$2,498FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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South AfricanCheapest$2,064Average$2,494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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