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 05m. Fly via Emirates to get the fastest option. There are 10997 km between Christchurch and Cape Town. Find deals

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

Currently priced at $1,696, 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 $1,817 and $1,920, respectively. Users have found that Singapore Airlines is 27% cheaper than the other options available to this destination. Find deals

What is the cheapest day to fly from Christchurch to Cape Town?

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Christchurch to Cape Town flight should consider departing on Thursday 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.

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.

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).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Christchurch to Cape Town?

Before booking your flight from Christchurch to Cape Town, check out the most popular airlines for this route: Emirates, Qantas Airways or South African.

What is the cheapest day to fly return from Christchurch to Cape Town?

It’s generally more expensive to depart on a Wednesday, if you have to leave on this day you can still search on Cheapflights to find great options that meet your needs.

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

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 50 days in advance, which can save you up to 27% on flights from Christchurch to Cape Town compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 50 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $2,373. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $2,393.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Christchurch to Cape Town?

The best pricing can be found in the month of October. Prices to Cape Town from Christchurch average $2,344. You can even find prices in October for less than $2,344, as users have found deals to Cape Town from as low as $1,704. The month of December appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Cape Town from Christchurch. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 22%.

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.

$2,349+ Cheap Flights from Christchurch to Cape Town

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

Round-trip from	$2,349
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	October
Average price	$2,717

Emirates
25/10-1/11
4 total stops
75h 45m total
Christchurch to Cape Town

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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($200 potential increase over avg. return price).

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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($84 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 12 September 2025.

Sat 25/1016:40CHC - CPT

2 stops35h 05mEmirates

Sat 1/1113:40CPT - CHC

2 stops40h 40mEmirates

Deal found 10/9$2,349

Sun 9/1106:05CHC - CPT

2 stops45h 40mEmirates

Thu 13/1113:40CPT - CHC

2 stops37h 20mEmirates

Deal found 8/9$2,430

Sat 25/1018:20CHC - CPT

3 stops38h 55mMultiple Airlines

Sat 1/1113:40CPT - CHC

2 stops47h 30mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/9$2,453

Sun 9/1116:00CHC - CPT

3 stops52h 25mSingapore Airlines

Thu 13/1110:40CPT - CHC

3 stops51h 00mSingapore Airlines

Deal found 10/9$2,776

Sun 14/1209:15CHC - CPT

2 stops42h 30mEmirates

Mon 26/118:30CPT - CHC

2 stops35h 50mEmirates

Deal found 11/9$3,053

Best flights from Christchurch to Cape Town
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Sat 25/1016:40CHC - CPT

2 stops35h 05mEmirates

Sat 1/1113:40CPT - CHC

2 stops40h 40mEmirates

Deal found 10/9$2,349

Sat 25/1018:20CHC - CPT

3 stops38h 55mMultiple Airlines

Sat 1/1113:40CPT - CHC

2 stops47h 30mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/9$2,453

Sun 9/1116:00CHC - CPT

3 stops52h 25mSingapore Airlines

Thu 13/1110:40CPT - CHC

3 stops51h 00mSingapore Airlines

Deal found 10/9$2,776

Sun 9/1106:05CHC - CPT

2 stops45h 40mEmirates

Thu 13/1113:40CPT - CHC

2 stops37h 20mEmirates

Deal found 9/9$2,435

Sun 14/1209:15CHC - CPT

2 stops61h 25mEmirates

Tue 27/118:30CPT - CHC

2 stops35h 50mEmirates

Deal found 11/9$3,053

Last-minute flights from Christchurch to Cape Town
Discover last-minute flight deals from Christchurch to Cape Town. Data last updated 12 September 2025 and is based on user searches.

Sat 25/1016:40CHC - CPT

2 stops35h 05mEmirates

Sat 1/1113:40CPT - CHC

2 stops40h 40mEmirates

Deal found 10/9$2,349

Sat 25/1018:20CHC - CPT

3 stops38h 55mMultiple Airlines

Sat 1/1113:40CPT - CHC

2 stops47h 30mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/9$2,453

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CHC - CPT

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Christchurch

Sat 25/10

16:40-16:45

2 stops35h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 1/11

13:40-17:20

2 stops40h 40m

$2,349

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Sun 9/11

06:05-16:45

2 stops45h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 13/11

13:40-14:00

2 stops37h 20m

$2,435

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Sat 25/10

18:20-22:15

3 stops38h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 1/11

13:40-00:10

2 stops47h 30m

$2,453

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Sun 9/11

16:00-09:25

3 stops52h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 13/11

10:40-00:40

3 stops51h 00m

$2,776

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Sun 14/12

09:15-11:40

2 stops61h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 27/1

18:30-17:20

2 stops35h 50m

$3,053

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

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 $1,200). Flying from Christchurch to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,727). 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?

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 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.

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,334 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

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

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,334 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,334 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

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

Singapore Airlines

8.1

Very Good

1,365 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,334 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

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

South African

7.6

Good

44 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,334 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

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

Qantas Airways

7.5

Good

905 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,334 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

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

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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 05m. 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 $1,696, 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 $1,817 and $1,920, 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to Cape Town (average of $1,200). Flying from Christchurch to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,727). 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 Cape Town

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Singapore Airlines	Cheapest$1,696	Average$2,097	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time81%	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	Cheapest$1,817	Average$2,346	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Qantas Airways flights
Emirates	Cheapest$1,920	Average$2,459	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Emirates flights
South African	Cheapest$2,047	Average$2,472	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%	Search South African flights

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Cheap flights from Christchurch to Cape Town from $2,349

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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

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

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.

Cheapflights Insights

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?

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

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CHC to CPT?

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

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.

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