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Cheap flights from Christchurch to Cape Town from $2,302

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 16/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — CPT
4 May — 11 May1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Christchurch to Cape Town Intl are usually found in February or August, 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 29 April 2025.

Round-trip from

$2,302

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,369
Emirates
  • Emirates
  • 16/5-20/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 82h 20m total
  • Christchurch to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($226 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($87 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 29 April 2025.

Fri 16/506:20CHC - CPT
2 stops44h 30mEmirates
Fri 20/613:05CPT - CHC
2 stops37h 50mEmirates
Deal found 28/4$2,302
Fri 16/506:20CHC - CPT
3 stops39h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 20/613:05CPT - CHC
2 stops37h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/4$2,476
Fri 16/506:05CHC - CPT
3 stops37h 20mSingapore Airlines
Fri 20/610:40CPT - CHC
3 stops50h 25mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 28/4$2,874

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

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ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Fri 16/5

06:20-16:50

2 stops44h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 20/6

13:05-12:55

2 stops37h 50m

$2,302

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Fri 16/5

06:20-11:35

3 stops39h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 20/6

13:05-12:30

2 stops37h 25m

$2,476

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Fri 16/5

06:05-09:25

3 stops37h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 20/6

10:40-23:05

3 stops50h 25m

$2,874

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Deals found on 28/4

Best time to book a flight from Christchurch to Cape Town

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cape Town from Christchurch with our price prediction graph.
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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 25 April 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to Cape Town (average of $1,235). 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 29 April 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.

Rainfall in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cape Town ranges from 20.0 - 100.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Cape Town when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

Temperature in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cape Town, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 12.0 C).

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 29 April 2025.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,213 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Related info for your journey

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

    Currently priced at $2,302, Emirates will fly you from Christchurch to Cape Town and back. In addition to Emirates, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on Singapore Airlines for as low as $2,874. Users have found that Emirates is 4% 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to Cape Town (average of $1,235). 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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Top 3 airlines flying from Christchurch to Cape Town

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Christchurch to Cape Town. 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 29 April 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,700Average$2,127FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,814Average$2,310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest$2,021Average$2,648FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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